Rainbows (Tableau Poem)
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Comment from ukonqueen
Beautiful imagery in your prose; and choice of art. Transports us there to that place at the end of the rainbow. Wavelengths of light suggest the speed of such a natural wonder. Gone as fast as it appears.
reply by the author on 23-Jun-2017
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Beautiful imagery in your prose; and choice of art. Transports us there to that place at the end of the rainbow. Wavelengths of light suggest the speed of such a natural wonder. Gone as fast as it appears.
Comment Written 23-Jun-2017
reply by the author on 23-Jun-2017
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Thank you so very much for your kind comments.
Comment from catch22
Hello Poet, I liked the concept of the poem but fear the meaning might have gotten lost in the science jargon. For instance, you say iridescent, but what does that really mean? Rainbows are not necessarily iridescent because the colors do not change upon the viewing angle. They are a dispersion of incident light like how a prism works.
With all the science confusion, I am a bit lost about what you are really trying to say. What does it have to do with a rainbow's beauty?
Also, you need an apostrophe for the possessive of Nature.
If you address these issues, I would gladly reread and rerate.
reply by the author on 23-Jun-2017
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Hello Poet, I liked the concept of the poem but fear the meaning might have gotten lost in the science jargon. For instance, you say iridescent, but what does that really mean? Rainbows are not necessarily iridescent because the colors do not change upon the viewing angle. They are a dispersion of incident light like how a prism works.
With all the science confusion, I am a bit lost about what you are really trying to say. What does it have to do with a rainbow's beauty?
Also, you need an apostrophe for the possessive of Nature.
If you address these issues, I would gladly reread and rerate.
Comment Written 23-Jun-2017
reply by the author on 23-Jun-2017
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My friend, I don't know what to tell you if you do not see beauty in a Rainbow. The beauty of nature, as well as poetry, is in the eyes of the beholder they say. Although I did not have to trouble myself to do this for you; here is a copy paste clip from "National Geographic News:
Iridescent clouds, known as "fire rainbows" or "rainbow clouds," occur when sunlight diffracts off water droplets in the atmosphere. And the recipe for these heavenly sights is actually pretty simple.
Like common cloud-to-ground rainbows, iridescent clouds usually accompany thunderstorms. According to atmospheric phenomena expert Les Cowley, they often appear in the late afternoon, on very hot and humid days. This stems from the fact that most rainbow clouds form on top of cumulus clouds?the fluffy cotton-ball-shaped clouds we often see in children's drawings.
You will have to research the science of it yourself from here since you're obviously hung up on this piece of poetry's explanations.
Don't you just wish Shakespeare was available for questions, that would be lovely!
Have a great day!
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Iridescent clouds are a special type of rainbow and the physics is quite different than an ordinary rainbow. I think this is a lovely idea but it is lost on the poem, at least for me without sensory description. That is what can tie your words to poetry. Just an opinion. Rainbows are pretty, but how do you capture that in a poem?
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Friend, This is poetry, not a classroom. You either enjoy it or you don't. Have a wonderful weekend.
Comment from poetsteve15
This is very will done. I never seen this type poem before, so it is new to me, I do like what you did with it. The artwork goes very will with the poem. As to how fix it I have no idea because I never seen this type before.
reply by the author on 23-Jun-2017
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This is very will done. I never seen this type poem before, so it is new to me, I do like what you did with it. The artwork goes very will with the poem. As to how fix it I have no idea because I never seen this type before.
Comment Written 23-Jun-2017
reply by the author on 23-Jun-2017
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Thank you so much, my friend. Your review is much appreciated.
Comment from jusylee72
Beautiful description of rainbows including the science part of the phenomenon. I think you capture the essence of this miracle of life with your words. Thanks for brightening the sky of my world today.
reply by the author on 23-Jun-2017
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Beautiful description of rainbows including the science part of the phenomenon. I think you capture the essence of this miracle of life with your words. Thanks for brightening the sky of my world today.
Comment Written 23-Jun-2017
reply by the author on 23-Jun-2017
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That is very sweet, I am happy to brighten your day. I appreciate your kind words.
Comment from ZainaSaif
Your poem on rainbows is really good! I love the deep meaning and the line where it says, "Rain's phenomenon" because a rainbow is a Rain's phenomenon. I also love the picture of the double rainbows.
Keep Writing,
-Zaina
reply by the author on 23-Jun-2017
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Your poem on rainbows is really good! I love the deep meaning and the line where it says, "Rain's phenomenon" because a rainbow is a Rain's phenomenon. I also love the picture of the double rainbows.
Keep Writing,
-Zaina
Comment Written 23-Jun-2017
reply by the author on 23-Jun-2017
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Thank you so very much, my friend. I am happy you enjoyed it.
Comment from lyenochka
I love the mixture of poetry and the science of light in this poem! I wonder if the first word "Natures" should be "Nature's" to show possessive? Rainbows inspire "iridescent awe!"
reply by the author on 23-Jun-2017
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I love the mixture of poetry and the science of light in this poem! I wonder if the first word "Natures" should be "Nature's" to show possessive? Rainbows inspire "iridescent awe!"
Comment Written 23-Jun-2017
reply by the author on 23-Jun-2017
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Thank you, my friend. I am trying to figure out the apostrophe myself, lol. Some have said to put it, but when I did, I was told to remove it. So this is unclear still. Hopefully, I figure it out before I reach the end of the rainbow:)))
Comment from Taffspride
A rainbow painted in words, I love it. I have never come across this form before, but it it is perfect for a rainbow.
The only little nit is, I believe nature is possessive here, so it should be nature's
Great job, thanks for sharing.
Iechyd da
Ann
reply by the author on 23-Jun-2017
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A rainbow painted in words, I love it. I have never come across this form before, but it it is perfect for a rainbow.
The only little nit is, I believe nature is possessive here, so it should be nature's
Great job, thanks for sharing.
Iechyd da
Ann
Comment Written 23-Jun-2017
reply by the author on 23-Jun-2017
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Thank you so very much, my friend, I appreciate it.
Comment from kathleenspalding
Very nice Tableau Poem flows well and captures the essence of rainbows eloquently. Excellent use of artwork and colors. Great job! (Grammatically, it should be Nature's. I know punctuation's often not used in poetry, but wanted to make sure you know about it just in case.)
reply by the author on 23-Jun-2017
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Very nice Tableau Poem flows well and captures the essence of rainbows eloquently. Excellent use of artwork and colors. Great job! (Grammatically, it should be Nature's. I know punctuation's often not used in poetry, but wanted to make sure you know about it just in case.)
Comment Written 23-Jun-2017
reply by the author on 23-Jun-2017
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Thank you, Kathleen. Ya know, actually, some have told me to take out my apostrophe, and some had said put it in, I have been back and forth putting it in and out. Hmmm. Someone has said if the word "is" does not fit there don't put it. So honestly I am unclear now. lol
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I know, right? Poetry's so confusing, and I guess it's all about verbal and visual flow. The 'is' thing would be for a contraction (Nature is - Nature's), but in this case the apostrophe would be used to show possession (Nature's rebellion). Without an apostrophe, Natures is plural - more than one Nature. But...poetry, LOL, so the decision is yours. (Lucky you! LOL.) But I figure it's better to let the writer know about the little nits I see, since that's what I like reviewers to do for me. All the best.
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lol, I do appreciate it. Someone recommend to look it up on Google if unsure. The Google God knows all, right? lol Thanks my friend, you did teach me something in your notes, I appreciate it.
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LOL! Right! One of the best investments I've made is the English 101 course I took at the local community college & the $35 Bradford Handbook (has all the rules) that I had to buy for the course. ;-D But, Google's faster :-D
Comment from kiwigirl2821
Hi Kerry, What a stunning presentation to act as a book case to display your beautiful poetry. I loved the format and the impact each word gives your reader as they actively participate in your adventure. Grand piece. Good luck. xoxo Kiwi
reply by the author on 23-Jun-2017
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Hi Kerry, What a stunning presentation to act as a book case to display your beautiful poetry. I loved the format and the impact each word gives your reader as they actively participate in your adventure. Grand piece. Good luck. xoxo Kiwi
Comment Written 23-Jun-2017
reply by the author on 23-Jun-2017
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Thank you so very much, Kiwi ox, I appreciate your kind comments.
Comment from Kingsland
Somewhere over the rainbow is one of my favorite songs. Jimi Hendrix plays a great version of it on the guitar. You have written this poem with colorful words that bring out the beauty of a rainbow. This is an excellent piece of poetic art to have read and written this response for... John
reply by the author on 23-Jun-2017
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Somewhere over the rainbow is one of my favorite songs. Jimi Hendrix plays a great version of it on the guitar. You have written this poem with colorful words that bring out the beauty of a rainbow. This is an excellent piece of poetic art to have read and written this response for... John
Comment Written 23-Jun-2017
reply by the author on 23-Jun-2017
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Thank you so very much, my friend. I love that song, as well. I appreciate your kind comments.
