Comment from frogbook

Excellent

Nice use of words that seemed to go very well together -blaze, glow and fiery. Made for a very lovely and cohesive thought of the season. Best of luck.

 Comment Written 23-Sep-2016

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reply by the author on 23-Sep-2016

Thank you

Comment from Sandra du Plessis

Excellent

A very well-written autumn poem. Orange ripe pumpkins are synonym with harvest and autumn time. October is right around the corner too.

 Comment Written 23-Sep-2016

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reply by the author on 23-Sep-2016

Thank you for the review

Comment from Mystic Angel 7777

Excellent

This meets the contest requirements beautifully with a correct line, syllable count, and theme. Your imagery is superb and well connected with even a touch of alliteration for added enjoyment. The last line ties the whole package together wonderfully with a bright orange bow. I wish you all the best in the voting and thank you very much for sharing it.

 Comment Written 23-Sep-2016

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reply by the author on 23-Sep-2016

Thank you for the very well thought out review.

Comment from Gypsy Blue Rose

Excellent

Hello, my friend, I don't believe we have met before. You must know that I love haiku and other short poetry so whenever I see a contest I always vote.

Let's see ...
presentation= great job it is so darn cute! small but big enough to enjoy. The colors are very halloweenie. LoL
syllable count= 5/7/5 good job! This is an important part in this contest.
senses= sight
suggestion= take off the white line beneath your picture. You can do it with the windows program-Paint. If you need help let me know. This is just my taste and it doesn't take away from the awesomeness of your poem. :)

good job and good luck, sweetie pie.

gypsy

 Comment Written 22-Sep-2016

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reply by the author on 23-Sep-2016

Thank you for the suggestion and lovely well thought review. I won't be making any changes, but will look into this paint program in the future. Val

Comment from Domino 2

Excellent

I love the 1st and 3rd lines, Val - 'blaze/fiery', are very dramatic, effective and visual.

My one minor reservation, with respect, is the middle line seems too 'congested', and all you've cleverly packed in seems to slightly take away from the 'OOMPH'. Maybe just delete, 'golden', as we all already know that's the effect.

No probs if you disagree, and it's only meant to be a friendly and humble observation.

Excellent as is.

Good luck and best wishes, Ray xx

 Comment Written 22-Sep-2016

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reply by the author on 22-Sep-2016

Thanks Ray, I did change it slightly and feel it reads better. I changed "moon" to "moon's" , and believe me I appreciate any suggestions. I'm glad you liked it. Hugs Val

reply by Domino 2 on 22-Sep-2016

Thanks for your gracious reply, Val. I just realised it needs to be a 575, so my suggestion to just drop a word was rubbish. :-) xx

reply by the author on 22-Sep-2016

No it wasn't rubbish, as the sentence was clunky and it needed attention. You just pointed that out. I like the way it reads much better now, and you made me think. Thank you

Comment from CALLAHANMR

Excellent

Hi Val:)
Your 5/7/5 poem extols two of autumn's most inspiratioal sights; the soft glow of a full moon and the blazing orange from a field of ripe pumpkins.

Love and Irish Hugs for good luck in the contest, Roger

 Comment Written 21-Sep-2016

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reply by the author on 22-Sep-2016

Thank you so much for the lovely review.

Comment from LateBloomer

Excellent

Hello Val Crisson, A lovely autumn poem. Good 5-7-5 format and imagery. I especially liked:

Orange pumpkins blaze

(I can see it)

Good complementary artwork choice. As this is a contest entry, I wish you good luck. LateBloomer

 Comment Written 21-Sep-2016

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reply by the author on 21-Sep-2016

thank you for the review

Comment from Alan K Pease

Excellent

Your 5-7-5 poem, "Pumpkins Ablaze," fits the constraints of this form of poetry in an excellent fashion. Good luck in the writing prompt contest.

 Comment Written 21-Sep-2016

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reply by the author on 21-Sep-2016

Thank you for the lovely review

Comment from l.raven

Excellent

HI Val, I can't believe tis the season sweet girl....they already have pumpkins for sale all over up here...it is wonderful...it is beautiful...very nicely written...love ya Linda xxoo

 Comment Written 21-Sep-2016

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reply by the author on 21-Sep-2016

Thank you, Linda, and yes I feel they really rush us through the seasons. But I really do have a great love for the pumpkin, as that was always a special time form my Dad and I. Hugs

reply by l.raven on 21-Sep-2016

it does go fast...you are always soooo welcome Val...smile...love ya Linda xxoo

Comment from William Ross

Excellent

very good, the pumpkins ready to go are a sure sign of autumn. Great job and thought on this, should do well on this. have a wonderful day.

 Comment Written 21-Sep-2016

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reply by the author on 21-Sep-2016

Thank you for the lovely review, Willam