Comment from jandeck

Exceptional

The gift of poetry helps tie humanity together, as we realize that we experience common joys, regrets, and sorrows. Your lovely poem is a perfect example of this. Well done!

 Comment Written 14-Sep-2014

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reply by the author on 15-Sep-2014

Thanks for the kind words and the six stars

Steve

Comment from Giddy Nielsen-Sweep

Exceptional

This is another winner, for me, Steve. We all ask ourselves these questions, but very few can put it into rhyme so expertly. Most enjoyable, very good wishes for the competition, Giddy

 Comment Written 14-Sep-2014

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reply by the author on 15-Sep-2014

Thanks, Giddy, for the six stars and the kind words - not too confident about this one's chances against stiff opposition.

Steve

Comment from Glasstruth

Excellent

I see this as another nice version of Frost's 'The Road Not Taken' which most can relate to. Wondering what if? Is something we all do. Flows really smoothly. Reads well. Thanks for sharing. Les

 Comment Written 14-Sep-2014

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reply by the author on 15-Sep-2014

Thanks for the kind words.

Steve

Comment from RYME4U

Excellent

Excellent ! You chose the right words when you chose the right road!Very well rhymed,The pentameter is excellent and the flow of words is a delight to read. I love the message expressed in this poem.

 Comment Written 14-Sep-2014

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reply by the author on 15-Sep-2014

Thanks for the kind words.

Steve

Comment from JudyS

Excellent

I really enjoyed this read. Super writing, it got me thinking, what if. Excellent job and very good entry in the contest. Best of luck, Judy

 Comment Written 14-Sep-2014

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reply by the author on 15-Sep-2014

Thanks for the kind words, Judy

Steve

Comment from nancyjam

Exceptional

I love your reference to Frost's poem "The Road Not Taken"
for your entry using the rhyme and meter of another Frost poem.
Yours sounds as though it could have been written by Poe. He
would be proud of you and you should win this contest hands down!
Nancy

 Comment Written 14-Sep-2014

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reply by the author on 15-Sep-2014

Nancy, thanks so much for the thoughtful review and the six stars.

Nothing hands down about this contest - too many other good entries.

Steve

reply by nancyjam on 15-Sep-2014

I just reread my comments and realize I said it sounds as though it could have been written by "Poe" I meant to say Frost. So sorry. It's a great poem. Nancy

Comment from sgalletti

Excellent

Excellent poem and entry in this challenging contest with some serious writers, for sure, Steve. You followed all the guidelines to a T and I especially appreciated how you built in the end rhymes while employing enjambment which worked very well in this poem. Loved the take on "the road less-travelled." Best of luck in the contest. Sue

 Comment Written 14-Sep-2014

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reply by the author on 15-Sep-2014

Thanks, Sue - glad you enjoyed. I thought if we were supposed to be writing like Frost, I might as well reference him...

Steve

Comment from Dawny53

Excellent

I am really impressed with your writing, it's so thoughtful and intelligent. I honestly wouldn't dare recommend you to change a thing, one of the few poems I've enjoyed today

 Comment Written 14-Sep-2014

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reply by the author on 15-Sep-2014

Thanks for the kind words.

Steve

Comment from misscookie

Excellent

I love the artwork you choose for your poem
It is a perfect match.
Your words I sure many have thought what if.... well only God knows for sure.

 Comment Written 14-Sep-2014

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reply by the author on 15-Sep-2014

Thanks for the kind words.

Steve

reply by misscookie on 15-Sep-2014

You're very welcome, until next time have a nice day.
Cookie

Comment from steevie

Excellent

there is not a soul alive that hasn't wondered what their life would be like if they had made different choices along life's journey ...

the photo atop your poem is ideal for the message that you convey

well done

steve

 Comment Written 14-Sep-2014

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reply by the author on 15-Sep-2014

Thanks for the kind words.

Steve