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Tanka:

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Comment from misscookie
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Amen
Your words were few but right on point. These thing I tried to teach to my family my children get it but Lord help the next two generation it's not the children fault it is the parents they don't teach time.
Cookie

 Comment Written 04-Sep-2016


reply by the author on 04-Sep-2016
    Hi Cookie I am glad you agree and this needs to be said to ensure humanity is not lost in this dog eat dog world. Cheers for your review
reply by misscookie on 05-Sep-2016
    It was my pleasure, Peace God be with you.
    Cookie
Comment from BeasPeas
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Very nicely done. I agree completely. The best deeds are done anonymously. No need to blow our own horn. Your poem is illustrated well to match your tanka. I enjoyed seeing the new photo in your profile. Marilyn

 Comment Written 03-Sep-2016


reply by the author on 04-Sep-2016
    Hi Marilyn, Thanks for your review I believe we think the same and it is always lovely to hear from you. I must check out myphoto wasn't sure if it had come through LOL. Cheers Christine😀😀
Comment from Cynthia1
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I like your definition of compassion. Very nice tanka that expresses a characteristic often seemingly lacking in today's world. Your tanka format is good. Syllable count is correct and I love the illustration chosen.
Cynthia1

 Comment Written 03-Sep-2016


reply by the author on 04-Sep-2016
    Hi Cynthia, Thanks so much for reading and reviewing my Tanka. I am pleased hour agreed with my definition of compassion it is not widely given out in these uncertain days more the pity. Many Cheers for your feedback Christine😀
reply by Cynthia1 on 04-Sep-2016
    My pleasure.
    Cynthia1
Comment from oliver818
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Nice poem with an important message in our modern world. a good rhythm too, very nice! Best of luck for the tanka poetry competition !

 Comment Written 03-Sep-2016


reply by the author on 03-Sep-2016
    Hi oliver818. Thanks for reading my Tanka and I hope the message did justice to this poetry form I appreciate your feedback Cheers Christine😀
Comment from Pam (respa)
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-Nice image and presentation.
-Good poem and topic.
-I like the philosophical aspect of it.
-It has a lot to say about compassion,
being kind, "without expecting reward."
-The world certainly needs more of that.
-Good luck in the contest.


 Comment Written 02-Sep-2016


reply by the author on 03-Sep-2016
    Hi respa1. Many thanks for your review and good luck wishes always appreciated and if only the world would take notice we would all be better off. Cheers my friend Christine😊
reply by Pam (respa) on 03-Sep-2016
    You are welcome. The world does need to take notice. Thanks for sharing.
Comment from rspoet
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This is a fine tanka entry for the contest
with exact syllables at 5-7-5-7-7
A continuous thought and message
of kindness done naturally
without thought of reward
Wonderful art work to match
your excellent poem
Nicely done
Best wishes in the contest

 Comment Written 02-Sep-2016


reply by the author on 03-Sep-2016
    Hi rspoet. Again thank you for reading my poem and for your freat feedback . I hope it meet Tanka criteria, still dabbling in the format but worth the try. Cheers Christine😄
Comment from mvbrooks
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What a great title that draws in the reader. The image gives a sense of movement. Both set the stage for the Tanka that "suggests" rather than "tells" the reader to be kind to strangers. Line and syllable count are accurate and the tone of the Tanka makes the message very effective.

 Comment Written 02-Sep-2016


reply by the author on 03-Sep-2016
    Hi mybrooks. Thank your for that comment re the title I thought of it after I wrote the poem and it just seemed a fitting title as compassion should be given just because and for no alterior motive. Much appreciation for your review Cheers Christne😀
Comment from rockinm76233
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Great words great message. Oh that our deeds were kind and reflective as well as our thoughts loving and good will toward strangers, and the final test, without expecting reward.

 Comment Written 02-Sep-2016


reply by the author on 03-Sep-2016
    Hi rockin 76233 Thanks for your review of my Tanka I am pleased your like my message and if only? The world would be a better place. Humanity is losing the race at times Cheers to you Christine😊
Comment from Gladys2013
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Very good philosophical thought. "Kill 'em with kindness" is such an important phrase. Kindness and compassion completely obliterate the hurt and suffering life can throw our way. Loved this

 Comment Written 02-Sep-2016


reply by the author on 04-Sep-2016
    Hi Gladys2013. Thanks for stopping by for a read and for your lovely review for my Tanka, much apprreciated Cheer Christine😀
Comment from Heather Knight
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Well, I agree with your philosophical thought. Compassion is only true when nothing is expected in return. But that's difficult to achieve.
Good luck in the competition.

 Comment Written 02-Sep-2016


reply by the author on 04-Sep-2016
    Hi MJ .Thanks for your feedback and comments and compassion can be done without reward just a simple act of kindness done spontaneously is all it takes to make a difference. Thanks for your good luck wishes much appreciated Cheers Christine😄