Comment from PoemsOfDD

Excellent

Don, I really like your diamanté poem. You have given it an interesting twist comparing Putin and Obama. Very creative. Best of luck with your entry. ~DD

 Comment Written 10-Dec-2016

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reply by the author on 10-Dec-2016

Thanks for your support, DD!1
he poem wasn't popular with the voters. Apparently, it's considered politically incorrect these days, given Trump's bromance with Putin.
Don

reply by PoemsOfDD on 10-Dec-2016

Yes, I see the CIA have been checking out his bromance and voting shenanigans.

Comment from aryr

Excellent

I think I can safely say you have managed the format very well. Your notes were well appreciated, especially with the examples. I am glad you are the poet not me because I would still be trying to figure it all out, thanks.

 Comment Written 09-Dec-2016

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reply by the author on 10-Dec-2016

You are too modest, I'm sure, Aryr. I like your taste in literature and writers ( ;-) ) so, obviously, you''ve got lots of smarts.
More than the insular contest voters. The poem wasn't their cup of tea. Apparently, it's leanings are considered politically incorrect these days, given Trump's bromance with Putin.
Thanks again for your continuing support!!
Don

reply by aryr on 10-Dec-2016

You are so welcome Don, I think one of the things you frequently offer as does one other writer here is an explanation or even example in the notations. How awful regarding voting, I would think people should have an open mind and view. Do take care and keep writing.

Comment from RYME4U

Excellent

Well done diamante!The antonym s are good .You chose a unique subject and the descriptive words you chose are very appropriate. Good job!

 Comment Written 09-Dec-2016

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reply by the author on 09-Dec-2016

Thanks again, Rhymer! I thought of you when I devised the rhymes, but I don't believe they were noticed. Not even calmer for Obama. C'est la vie.

Comment from rama devi

Excellent

I've never been a fan of this form (too list-like) but this is a great one given the subject. Very well done. Apt word choices that fit the form well. One spag suggestion:

Dogmatic, autocratic, charismatic, Democratic

No cap on democratic


Good luck in the contest. This should prove a contender.

Warmly, rd

 Comment Written 09-Dec-2016

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reply by the author on 09-Dec-2016

Thank you for the terrific review, RD!
I use a cap because the word refers to the Democratic party, emphasizing the contrast.
Thanks again!

reply by rama devi on 09-Dec-2016

Ah yes, that makes sense!

:-))