Reviews from

Short Form Poetry

Viewing comments for Chapter 28 "Cheeks, turn, turn ..."
A Collection Of Short Form Poetry

20 total reviews 
Comment from krys123
Excellent
Not yet exceptional. When the exceptional rating is reached this is highlighted

Hi Mikey;
-I see that this writing takes on a political and humanistic approach to life's endurance with an adversary who is ruthless and unpredictable.
-Your 2/4/2 syllabic format is written with blood red curdling letters placed on a black background to give it a prolific tone to express your writing even further.
-Good luck in the contest and may the good Lord be with you always Mikey.
Alex

 Comment Written 04-Jan-2016


reply by the author on 05-Jan-2016
    Great take and analysis on this, Alex. It sure is an enemy who is everything you say here. Thank you so much. Blessings, mikey
reply by krys123 on 06-Jan-2016
    You are so welcome Mikey
Comment from nordicgirl
Exceptional
This work has reached the exceptional level

For such a wonderfully wordy guy, it amazes me how you come up with these perfect little gems. No easy task with this so called form.
A little room for contemplation of your last line as it has a bit of amgiuity to it. That only triggers contemplation. The message is clear. What else can be done? I think this is a possible winner! NG

 Comment Written 04-Jan-2016


reply by the author on 05-Jan-2016
    I'm so pleased by your response. I agree with your analysis. I know every time a video is seen, this is the response. Glad you caught the room for interpretation in the satori line. Just what I hoped for. Whew, love the stars. mikey
Comment from reconciled
Exceptional
This work has reached the exceptional level

"Bukhari" 52:220...Allah's apostle said: "I have been made victorious with terror" Quite a difference between " turn the other cheek". striking another in the cheek was considered an insult back in the day...what that really means...is if someone insults you...brush it off.
However...insult to point of decapitating our right to life. Forces the hand of God. I'm afraid some evil can only be overcome when met with same intensity. Love Michael


 Comment Written 04-Jan-2016


reply by the author on 05-Jan-2016
    We're right on the same page, Michael. What other response can there be. They don't seem open to a nice chit chat. :))
    What a great response and stars. WHOOOOOOOO HOOOOOOOO, LOVE YOU, to paraphrase. Ha! mikey
Comment from mbagby23
Excellent
Not yet exceptional. When the exceptional rating is reached this is highlighted

If only we could behead people like they did in the olden times. Their would be less crime everywhere. Good entry for the contest. Red colors express their boold.

 Comment Written 04-Jan-2016


reply by the author on 05-Jan-2016
    That's the simple truth. You're right on the money I think. Thank you so much. mikey
Comment from rama devi
Excellent
Not yet exceptional. When the exceptional rating is reached this is highlighted

Expressive and timely, dear Mikey. A good satirical commentary, making a fine entry for this 2-4-2 contest. It's quite a challenge to convey much in few words. This succeeds.

Good luck!

Warmly, rd

 Comment Written 04-Jan-2016


reply by the author on 05-Jan-2016
    So pleased you liked this. Yes, delighted you caught the satire running through this. Thanks so much, mikey
reply by rama devi on 05-Jan-2016
    :-))))
Comment from shelley kaye
Excellent
Not yet exceptional. When the exceptional rating is reached this is highlighted

heh-heh this was good.... it also makes me wonder which pair of cheeks you're referring too LOL!!

great entry! good luck in the contest and thank you for sharing :)


 Comment Written 04-Jan-2016


reply by the author on 05-Jan-2016
    HAHAHA! To be honest, I thought of both. Thanks so much. mikey
Comment from justafan
Excellent
Not yet exceptional. When the exceptional rating is reached this is highlighted

You hit the nail on the head here, Mikey. Great entry into this contest. A sentiment held by many.
Thanks for sharing and good luck :)

Always,
Missy

 Comment Written 04-Jan-2016


reply by the author on 05-Jan-2016
    I knew we'd be on the same page. Thanks for the great response. mikey
Comment from giraffmang
Excellent
Not yet exceptional. When the exceptional rating is reached this is highlighted

Hi Mikey,

Just wanted to enter the competition, eh? Good job with this.

ISIS are like all these organisations, even when the head is but off, they still go on. Just a bruised cheek for them.

I think that denouement line is exceptionally clever and I've thought on this for a little while since you posted. In addition to what I stated above, the bruised cheek could be an indictment of foreign policy, too long have we looked the other way and been hit time and time again. not just by ISIS but with other groups too.

Of course it could just be literal as the head bounces of the ground ... but I severely doubt it.

I think this is very clever.
G

 Comment Written 04-Jan-2016


reply by the author on 05-Jan-2016
    You're on the mark with your analysis. I did want some room to contemplate though, so I'm pleased you found that. Yeah, I can't think of any other way to stop them. mikey
Comment from Realist101
Excellent
Not yet exceptional. When the exceptional rating is reached this is highlighted

Yes! ISIS is a scourge, and spreading like cancer too. I don't know how they'll ever be wiped out. I don't think they will be. Not in our lifetime anyway. But good thoughts for this poem. I agree. :/ I get furious when I see photos or videos of them. Best of luck too Mikey! This is original.

This rating does not count towards story rating or author rank.
The highest and the lowest rating are not included in calculations.

 Comment Written 04-Jan-2016


reply by the author on 05-Jan-2016
    We agree completely. It just burns the heart to see what these so-called humans are capable of. So pleased it gave you pause. mikey
Comment from Pantygynt
Excellent
Not yet exceptional. When the exceptional rating is reached this is highlighted

Well I'm happy with the two cents. And I agree. Trouble is this thing is like the Hydra the more heads you chop off the more grow back. It is really hard to see where it will all end but I don't think it will be in my lifetime.

This rating does not count towards story rating or author rank.
The highest and the lowest rating are not included in calculations.

 Comment Written 04-Jan-2016


reply by the author on 05-Jan-2016
    It's certainly difficult to imagine anything but returning the favor as being effective. Sadly, I see no end in sight. Thanks so much. I'll promote from now on. I feel guilty folks were reviewing anyway. Grateful too though. Thanks so much, mikey