Comment from Louise Michelle

Excellent

This sentiment is something we can all relate to. All the what ifs could drive us crazy if we let them. Your last line brilliantly expresses this. Nicely written. Hugs, Lou

 Comment Written 14-Sep-2014

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reply by the author on 15-Sep-2014

.... and thanks again.

Steve

Comment from zanya

Excellent

Yes and there are so many times on our earthly journey when we wonder what would have happened if we had indeed 'gone the other way?'

 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 Pyrrho

Excellent

"Never look back. Something may be gaining on you." Satchel Page gave us that one and the never look back is good advice whether something is gaining or not. Smile here.

 Comment Written 14-Sep-2014

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reply by the author on 15-Sep-2014

Thank you.

Nice quote!

Steve

Comment from w.j.debi

Excellent

What if...?I think we all ask ourselves that question from time to time. Our choices make us who we are. Would a different path have changed us? A thought provoking look at life. The road less travelled has its benefits and its issues. It's not often we consider that is had its bumps too-- and the other road that we did not choose? We will never know.
Excellent rhymes. It looks like you met all the requirements for the contest. Best of luck.

 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 GracieAnn

Excellent

kiwi, this Serious Poets - Rhyme required contest entry beautifully plays off The Road Less Traveled with its own originality and engaging rhyme. All the best in the contest. :0 GracieAnn

 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 Jannypan (Jan)

Excellent

I like the message of your poem. You did a great job with the rhyme pattern. Your poem had great flow. I like the way you used ellipses, those . . . to show pause (more than a comma or dash). I enjoyed reading your poem more than once and even out loud to get the beat. I see nothing to change. Good job and good luck in the contest.

 Comment Written 13-Sep-2014

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reply by the author on 15-Sep-2014

Thanks for the kind words.

Steve

Comment from Linda England Bonam

Excellent

I love the way you wrote this! What a great entry for this contest! I love to write, but I don't have the flair that I see in so many writers on this site, and you are an exceptional writer from what I have seen. Good luck in the contest!

 Comment Written 13-Sep-2014

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reply by the author on 15-Sep-2014

.... and thanks again!

Steve

Comment from amahra

Excellent

I love this poem. I'm going to read them all, then vote. But this one really has a chance with me. I love the different paths of the road. Don't like the one less travel though. Maybe because I've watched too much spooky TV. LOL

 Comment Written 13-Sep-2014

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reply by the author on 15-Sep-2014

Thank you!

Steve

Comment from DSMalott

Excellent

Very good.
The theme is well presented is this quatrain form. The rhyme is simple, not over done and phrasing gives a feel of classic poetry to me. I particularly like the closing with the question that brought a strong element of self-reflection into focus.
Well done.

 Comment Written 13-Sep-2014

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reply by the author on 15-Sep-2014

Thanks for the kind words.

Steve

Comment from poetbear

Excellent

Great rhyme and flow.Super visual.
Beautifully written and crafted.
Makes you think.
Touches the heart and mind.
Well done!

 Comment Written 13-Sep-2014

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reply by the author on 15-Sep-2014

Thanks for the kind words.

Steve