Comment from patcelaw

Excellent

This is a very good metaphor for light. Darkness can never overdome light when the light is burning brightly. Happy New Year, Patricia

 Comment Written 27-Dec-2016

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reply by the author on 27-Dec-2016

Thank you so much for taking the time to read and review, and a very bright New Year to you~

Comment from robyn corum

Excellent

Darren,

This is truly bright. Heehee But - I do mean it. It's an insightful poem that we should all take heed to! We should all be letting our light shine, not just at this time of year, but all the year through! Thanks for the reminder!

 Comment Written 27-Dec-2016

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reply by the author on 27-Dec-2016

Thank you for taking the time to read and review, it is always a pleasure to hear from you. Blessings

Comment from Gert sherwood

Excellent

Hello Badger_29
Your haiku gave men image of how if one has faith in one's self is like a burning candle even in the darkest of time of our life will forever burn

I like you haiku very much.
Gert

 Comment Written 27-Dec-2016

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reply by the author on 27-Dec-2016

Thank you so much for taking the time to read and review. Bright Blessings to you and yours, Brother Badger

reply by Gert sherwood on 27-Dec-2016

You are welcome
Gert

Comment from Bill Schott

Excellent

This haiku, The Lonely Light, uses its seventeen syllables to personify this sole incandescence, which is sometimes what remains as hope when all else has gone dark. Nice poem.

 Comment Written 27-Dec-2016

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reply by the author on 27-Dec-2016

Thank you for taking the time to read and review, I appreciate your comments. Blessings, Brother Badger

Comment from heyjude

Excellent

Badger, very well done. You've said so much in this short poem. This world is a dark place and sometimes we feel as if we're the solitary candle in the dark

 Comment Written 27-Dec-2016

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reply by the author on 27-Dec-2016

Thank you so much for taking the time to read and review. Blessings to you and yours for a bright New Year, Brother Badger

Comment from RGstar

Excellent

Nicely done, Badger...and nicely in tune with the image of which you give thanks to its provider.
Good imagery, good separation and then the relation.
Good work.
My best wishes.
Have a great 2017
RGstar

 Comment Written 27-Dec-2016

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reply by the author on 27-Dec-2016

Thank you for taking the time to read and review. I always enjoy hearing from you. Happy New Year, Brother Badger

Comment from nancyrabbrose

Excellent

This is a beautiful haiku, perfect for this dark time of year. And, such a precious poem to memorialize your friend. Well done. In addition, thank you for your comments, especially informing me of the phrase "Shine on you Crazy Diamond". Reading your haiku encourages the reader to remember to shine no matter how dark the surroundings may appear.

 Comment Written 27-Dec-2016

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reply by the author on 27-Dec-2016

Thank-you so much for taking the time to read and review. Roger Waters wrote that song for Sydney Barret, who was the previous drummer for Pink Floyd.
I appreciate your comments. Happy New Year to you and yours, Brother Badger

Comment from JACK2

Good

I like the message I just think that it should not have two words that in ly near the end. I think the word brightly should of just been bright just settles better with the reader.great poem great picture that represents what your poem is portraying. coop

 Comment Written 27-Dec-2016

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reply by the author on 27-Dec-2016

Thanks for taking the time to read and review, I sincerely appreciate your input. It is nice to get good reviews, but more helpful to hear where it can be improved. Thanks for the honest review! Happy New Year, Brother Badger

reply by the author on 27-Dec-2016

Hey JACK2, I really appreciate your input. I have edited keeping the syllable count, and I like the new version better. Thanks again for the beneficial advice.

Comment from MelB

Excellent

A well written Haiku. Great use of alliteration in the last line. Wonderful description and imagery. Excellent syllable count.

 Comment Written 26-Dec-2016

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reply by the author on 27-Dec-2016

Thanks for taking the time to read and review, I appreciate your comments. Happy New Year to you and yours, Brother Badger

Comment from Mrs Happy Poet

Excellent

Yes this is well written so much said using very descriptive words adds to the feeling of the poem I enjoyed well done regards Jill

 Comment Written 26-Dec-2016

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reply by the author on 26-Dec-2016

Thank you Mrs. Happy, I always enjoy hearing from you. I appreciate your comments. B Badger