Winds of Change
a poem about darkness and light81 total reviews
Comment from mickbey
A poem well worth reading, interesting and mystical illustration that fits, I like the title and the message, the author notes gave a little context but the poem really illustrated that issue well, and in a creative way, lines flowed well, the whole poem serves as a good meditation and mantra, a nice piece of work with great value.
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A poem well worth reading, interesting and mystical illustration that fits, I like the title and the message, the author notes gave a little context but the poem really illustrated that issue well, and in a creative way, lines flowed well, the whole poem serves as a good meditation and mantra, a nice piece of work with great value.
Comment Written 28-Aug-2013
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thank you so much my friend
Comment from Jackarrie
This poem is one that I can truly identify with, it is a journey from the very dark place "The black Dog" as Winston Churchill called it. A lot of people resist taking medication, and it can be a life saver, if one had a broken leg they use crutches until they heal, the medication is the same for people who need it. In some cases to remain on the medication is giving a quality of life. There is nothing as bad as being clinically depressed, I prefer to have anything else than go back to that very dark place. Your poem covers it all, Thanks for sharing. Mary.
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This poem is one that I can truly identify with, it is a journey from the very dark place "The black Dog" as Winston Churchill called it. A lot of people resist taking medication, and it can be a life saver, if one had a broken leg they use crutches until they heal, the medication is the same for people who need it. In some cases to remain on the medication is giving a quality of life. There is nothing as bad as being clinically depressed, I prefer to have anything else than go back to that very dark place. Your poem covers it all, Thanks for sharing. Mary.
Comment Written 28-Aug-2013
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thank you Mary
Comment from Liilia
Wow. This poem really hit the mark for me. I love how you put very powerful, life-changing ideas into flowing rhymes and cadence. A great hope shines through as you go from line to line, each word becoming lighter, brighter, and gratitude for life is the magnificent reality. Sometimes depression can be the gateway to a more fabulous life that could be imagined. You certainly are an example of it with your powerful poem. Thank you for sharing. Love the image, too.
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Wow. This poem really hit the mark for me. I love how you put very powerful, life-changing ideas into flowing rhymes and cadence. A great hope shines through as you go from line to line, each word becoming lighter, brighter, and gratitude for life is the magnificent reality. Sometimes depression can be the gateway to a more fabulous life that could be imagined. You certainly are an example of it with your powerful poem. Thank you for sharing. Love the image, too.
Comment Written 28-Aug-2013
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thank you so much
Comment from eafournier
"Winds of Change" deals with a very difficult subject. You have portrayed the ups and downs of depression very well. The poem is well written with a strong abab rhyme scheme.
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"Winds of Change" deals with a very difficult subject. You have portrayed the ups and downs of depression very well. The poem is well written with a strong abab rhyme scheme.
Comment Written 28-Aug-2013
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thank you
Comment from Ben Colder
I concur with the poet toward the subject writing for meaning. This poem reveal someone I know who has fought this omen for several years. Very well done. I will make a copy and give it to her.
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I concur with the poet toward the subject writing for meaning. This poem reveal someone I know who has fought this omen for several years. Very well done. I will make a copy and give it to her.
Comment Written 28-Aug-2013
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thank you
Comment from Stephen Wolff
My fiance has been diagnosed with bi-polar so I relate to this. A well written and concise tale of struggle leading to a positive conclusion. No issues with the structure and a well chosen rhythm for the subject matter.
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My fiance has been diagnosed with bi-polar so I relate to this. A well written and concise tale of struggle leading to a positive conclusion. No issues with the structure and a well chosen rhythm for the subject matter.
Comment Written 28-Aug-2013
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Thank you Stephen bipolar is interesting to live with to say the least
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Nothing if not interesting!
Comment from Cookie333
The counselor in me applauds your write! You have depicted the struggle between the 'down and up' of depression so very well. I thank you for sharing this piece with all of us,
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The counselor in me applauds your write! You have depicted the struggle between the 'down and up' of depression so very well. I thank you for sharing this piece with all of us,
k
Comment Written 28-Aug-2013
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thanks so much for the review
Comment from LateBloomer
Hello Earthwriter, A poem of strength and courage expressed through the heart. Thank you for sharing a part of yourself with us, and keep looking toward the Light.
Of key note: Trading the past for present
Keep the blue waters of light and hope flowing. LateBloomer
reply by the author on 28-Aug-2013
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Hello Earthwriter, A poem of strength and courage expressed through the heart. Thank you for sharing a part of yourself with us, and keep looking toward the Light.
Of key note: Trading the past for present
Keep the blue waters of light and hope flowing. LateBloomer
Comment Written 28-Aug-2013
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thanks so much have an awesome day
Comment from bob cullen
This is a profound piece which I suspect may well be written from personal experience.
It provokes deep thought. The rhyme flows well throughout the poem.
I do however have one question. In the final line of the fourth verse you write; 'Reuniting with' I was wondering would it read better as; 'Reuniting within'
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This is a profound piece which I suspect may well be written from personal experience.
It provokes deep thought. The rhyme flows well throughout the poem.
I do however have one question. In the final line of the fourth verse you write; 'Reuniting with' I was wondering would it read better as; 'Reuniting within'
Comment Written 28-Aug-2013
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i will consider it Bob thank you very much
Comment from RPSaxena
Hello Earthwriter,
It's a thought provoking nice piece of poetry beautifully depicting how to enter brighter side of life by overcoming the darkness/ negative thoughts and feelings.
Its 3rd stanza is particularly worth noting which leads to the next stanzas as its logical outcome.
Its wording is simple, having smooth flow with nice rhyming scheme and imagery.
Excellent!
reply by the author on 28-Aug-2013
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Hello Earthwriter,
It's a thought provoking nice piece of poetry beautifully depicting how to enter brighter side of life by overcoming the darkness/ negative thoughts and feelings.
Its 3rd stanza is particularly worth noting which leads to the next stanzas as its logical outcome.
Its wording is simple, having smooth flow with nice rhyming scheme and imagery.
Excellent!
Comment Written 28-Aug-2013
reply by the author on 28-Aug-2013
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thank you so much my friend
