Comment from Sefiros

Excellent

It's easy to forget the joy we do and focus on the negative. This poem set to re-focus on the positive in simple, child's terms. The message is meant for all of us, and its very creative to choose a clown as the symbol of the message.

 Comment Written 27-May-2016

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reply by the author on 29-May-2016

Thank you so much, Sefiros, for your kind and generous review. Warmest regards, Marijke :o)

Comment from BeasPeas

Excellent

A very well written and presented poem on Solo the clown. Great rhyming. I'm not a clown fan--sort of scary. Lots of little kids feel that way, too. However, I can't envision NOT having clowns and some people do rely upon them as funny pranksters that bring a smile. Marilyn

 Comment Written 27-May-2016

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reply by the author on 29-May-2016

Thank you so much, Marilyn, for your kind and generous review. Warmest regards, Marijke :o)

Comment from Gert sherwood

Excellent

Ah what a great story about the clown who was sad and how you told of how he changed his upside smile to a smile of joy.

Gert

 Comment Written 25-May-2016

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reply by the author on 26-May-2016

Thank you Gert, for your nice and generous review. Warmest regards, Marijke :o)

reply by Gert sherwood on 26-May-2016

You are welcome Marijke
Gert

Comment from Realist101

Excellent

Hi Marijke! LOL! I usually don't enjoy clowns, but this poem is fun. They've used them so often now in horror, they're ruined for me. But yes, it's better to smile as much as you can. I wish I could more often. ! :) Nice work! And best of luck in your contest too! x

 Comment Written 24-May-2016

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reply by the author on 24-May-2016

Hi Realist, and thank you for your fun and kind review of my clown poem. I collect clowns (not live ones!). They always remind me not to take myself and life to seriously! When I have a bad day, I look at them and put a smile on my face... usually works! Thanks and warmest regards, Marijke :o)

Comment from amada

Excellent

I like your clown. I like it a lot. It reflects so well what I have been reading and observing through the years, a happy face makes every one happy, including the bearer.

 Comment Written 23-May-2016

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reply by the author on 23-May-2016

Thank you so much, Amada, for your kind and generous comments and review. Warmest regards, Marijke :o)

Comment from jusylee72

Excellent

wonderful lively sad happy poem. Your wrote it beautifully and I felt compassion for the clown with the frown upside down. I think you told it well . Thank you , Judy

 Comment Written 23-May-2016

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reply by the author on 23-May-2016

Hi Judy, can you tell me how I can improve this poem, please, as you have given me a 4 star rating. I enjoy getting positive constructive criticism. Thanks for your kind comments, and warmest regards, Marijke:o)

reply by jusylee72 on 23-May-2016

I can because it was an accident I thought I gave you five stars. I loved the poem. ooops.

reply by jusylee72 on 23-May-2016

Fixed it , and that's only because I didn't have asix. I guess I slipped. So glad you asked me.

reply by the author on 23-May-2016

Hi Judy. Thank you. I wasn't upset, but do love to have feedback if I can improve. I've made slips myself at times... so pleased you gave me a virtual 'six'! Warmest regards, Marijke :o)

Comment from L.lora

Excellent

Thank you for sharing this
well metered and rhymed poem
with us. Your descriptive
words paint a great picture
and the message that it imparts
is such a good one; given in
a most pleasant read. kudos,
good luck with the contest. Lora

 Comment Written 23-May-2016

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reply by the author on 23-May-2016

Thank you so much, Lora, for your kind and generous review. Warmest regards, Marijke :o)

reply by L.lora on 24-May-2016

Marijke you are always welcome, it was a pleasure. Lora

Comment from Dutchie

Exceptional

Hi Marijke. Wonderful story in a poem you wrote. with a great message.
I think you were inspired by your collection of clowns
You are right, a frown does not solve your problems and you don't feel better by it.
So put a smile on your face and the whole world smiles with you.
Lots of love and happy smiles. Fietje xxxx

 Comment Written 23-May-2016

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reply by the author on 23-May-2016

Thank you so much, my dear friend, for your kind and generous six star review on this poem. I struggled with it for a little while, but then it all came together. I am pleased you enjoyed it, and that you got the message withing the words. Thanks again, Fietje. Miles of loving smiles, and warmest regards, Marijke :o)

Comment from AnnaLinda

Excellent

Marijke,

You have composed a delightful story in a poem about
SoLo the clown struggling with his gift. This has such
a nice rhythm, flow and rhyme to it. It was a pleasure
to read. It has a nice little lesson in it as well.

I find this form difficult, you make it look easy.

Linda

 Comment Written 23-May-2016

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reply by the author on 23-May-2016

Thank you so much, Linda, for your kind and generous review. Warmest regards, Marijke :o)

Comment from Douglas Paul

Excellent

This should be a good contest entry, Marijke. I like the message in this one and the poem flows smoothly making it a pleasant read. Good luck in the contest

 Comment Written 23-May-2016

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reply by the author on 23-May-2016

Thank you so much, Douglas, for your kind and generous review. Warmest regards, Marijke :o)