Solace After the Storm
With nature, so too with man:44 total reviews
Comment from Ulla
Wow, this looks positively wintry to me. Is it still like this? I shiver just to look at the picture and from reading your beautiful words. I think you've done an awesome job with this poem. Not an easy form to flow naturally. But I think you've managed just that. Good luck in the contest. All the best. Ulla:)))
reply by the author on 19-Apr-2018
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Wow, this looks positively wintry to me. Is it still like this? I shiver just to look at the picture and from reading your beautiful words. I think you've done an awesome job with this poem. Not an easy form to flow naturally. But I think you've managed just that. Good luck in the contest. All the best. Ulla:)))
Comment Written 18-Apr-2018
reply by the author on 19-Apr-2018
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Hello Ulla,
The sun is shining today! And by the weekend, temperatures should be nearing 50s! Hooray!
Thank you for your excellent rating and complimentary review!
diane
Comment from Katya
This is VERY nice! It is truly inspirational without being mawkish, and it is a really clever and sustained use of the ABC format. And the picture goes well with it.
reply by the author on 19-Apr-2018
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This is VERY nice! It is truly inspirational without being mawkish, and it is a really clever and sustained use of the ABC format. And the picture goes well with it.
Comment Written 18-Apr-2018
reply by the author on 19-Apr-2018
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Hello Katya,
So pleased you enjoyed!
Thank you for your excellent rating and complimentary review!
diane
Comment from Dorinda Palmisano
Love your descriptive words. They put me in the picture and I felt the cold, wintry wind. This is a wonderful piece. Thank you. Dorinda
reply by the author on 19-Apr-2018
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Love your descriptive words. They put me in the picture and I felt the cold, wintry wind. This is a wonderful piece. Thank you. Dorinda
Comment Written 18-Apr-2018
reply by the author on 19-Apr-2018
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Hello Dorinda,
So pleased you enjoy!
Thank you for your excellent rating and complimentary review!
diane
Comment from Dorothy Farrell
Hi Diane, this is a really good ABC poem - a double, very well written. I like the personification of the trees 'heaving heavy sighs while sustaining ice-laden injuries; afterwards, nature's noble sentinels, along this scarred woodland route,' - good enjambment maintained throughout the poem and the content is very good. How fortunate is the last line from Corinthians - and it fits perfectly. A well deserved six. Good luck in the contest. Warm regards Dorothy x
reply by the author on 18-Apr-2018
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Hi Diane, this is a really good ABC poem - a double, very well written. I like the personification of the trees 'heaving heavy sighs while sustaining ice-laden injuries; afterwards, nature's noble sentinels, along this scarred woodland route,' - good enjambment maintained throughout the poem and the content is very good. How fortunate is the last line from Corinthians - and it fits perfectly. A well deserved six. Good luck in the contest. Warm regards Dorothy x
Comment Written 18-Apr-2018
reply by the author on 18-Apr-2018
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Good Morning, Dorothy,
This is my first attempt - to my knowledge - of an ABC poem. I thought it was a perfect vehicle for me to attempt to capture the essence of the ice storm that befell our area and what individuals could take away from the perseverance of the trees. I don't handle acrostics very well at all, but this form was challenging and rewarding. I love attempting to new forms!
Thank you for your exceptional rating and thoughtful review.
Think spring!
diane
Comment from dragonpoet
This is a nicely done double ABC poem which uses trees in a storm as a metaphor for staying strong while facing life's hardships.
Good luck in the contest.
Keep writing
dragonpoet
reply by the author on 18-Apr-2018
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This is a nicely done double ABC poem which uses trees in a storm as a metaphor for staying strong while facing life's hardships.
Good luck in the contest.
Keep writing
dragonpoet
Comment Written 18-Apr-2018
reply by the author on 18-Apr-2018
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Hello dragonpoet,
So very pleased that you enjoyed my poem.
Thank you for your excellent rating and complimentary review!
diane
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Hi, Diane.
I did enjoy it. It was my pleasure to read it.
Joan
Comment from evesayshi
In my opinion, this is an absolutely lovely poem - the initial descriptive verbal images are enchanting and the spiritual reflections warming, despite the wintery and striking photograph...
reply by the author on 18-Apr-2018
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In my opinion, this is an absolutely lovely poem - the initial descriptive verbal images are enchanting and the spiritual reflections warming, despite the wintery and striking photograph...
Comment Written 18-Apr-2018
reply by the author on 18-Apr-2018
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Hello Eve!
So pleased you enjoyed!
Thank you for your excellent rating and complimentary review.
diane
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Hello, Diane,
I did - it was reminiscent of winters in Toronto, Canada, most beautiful and warm memories - thank you for sharing, and you are so welcome...Eve
Comment from G.B. Smith
Hey there Diane
I love wintery scenes like this. I am a huge fan of evergreens. This is very well written with a smooth flow of words, making for a very inspiring read. There is very good imagery.
Bear
reply by the author on 18-Apr-2018
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Hey there Diane
I love wintery scenes like this. I am a huge fan of evergreens. This is very well written with a smooth flow of words, making for a very inspiring read. There is very good imagery.
Bear
Comment Written 18-Apr-2018
reply by the author on 18-Apr-2018
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Wait!
Glen "BEAR" Smith!
Hello!!!!!
I remember you from back in 2007 when I first joined, and then took a rather long hiatus for more than a few years!
So good to hear from you and to know that my poem resonated with you!
Thank you for your excellent rating and complimentary review!
diane
Comment from ScarletAffliction
Just when I thought there weren't anymore schemes to be learned, I learn a new one. Where do you find these things, Mrs. KT? You're undeterred by any scheme, no matter how constricting. I'm impressed. :) Way to go on this one. Made me think of Idaho back home.
reply by the author on 18-Apr-2018
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Just when I thought there weren't anymore schemes to be learned, I learn a new one. Where do you find these things, Mrs. KT? You're undeterred by any scheme, no matter how constricting. I'm impressed. :) Way to go on this one. Made me think of Idaho back home.
Comment Written 18-Apr-2018
reply by the author on 18-Apr-2018
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Hello Friend!
I am having so much fun attempting to capture moments and thoughts through different poetic formats. There are so many out there that I have yet to discover and attempt! I thought that this latest storm to hit our area was the perfect subject matter for me to express my thoughts using an ABC format... Challenging but rewarding!
Thank you for your excellent rating and complimentary review! So appreciated!
diane
Comment from GWinterwin
Enjoyed your poem along with the picture very much. I like the message of how you relate the trees in winter to human life. I love how you used scripture at the end to show your belief in God.
reply by the author on 18-Apr-2018
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Enjoyed your poem along with the picture very much. I like the message of how you relate the trees in winter to human life. I love how you used scripture at the end to show your belief in God.
Comment Written 18-Apr-2018
reply by the author on 18-Apr-2018
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Hello Friend,
I am so honored by your exceptional rating and complimentary review.
Thank you for your kind words. I am so pleased my work resonated with you!
diane
Comment from Gloria ....
What a wonderfully vivid ABC poem, Diane. Ice snow is the worst and causes such lasting damage to trees and woodlands.
You've so eloquently stated this in your additional stanza and the sage advice to stand strong and be courageous.
Beautiful and best wishes to you in the contest. :)
Gloria
reply by the author on 18-Apr-2018
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What a wonderfully vivid ABC poem, Diane. Ice snow is the worst and causes such lasting damage to trees and woodlands.
You've so eloquently stated this in your additional stanza and the sage advice to stand strong and be courageous.
Beautiful and best wishes to you in the contest. :)
Gloria
Comment Written 17-Apr-2018
reply by the author on 18-Apr-2018
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Hello Gloria,
My sincere appreciation for your excellent rating and complimentary review.
This type of storm is truly wreaking havoc on the lives of the birds who migrate to northern Michigan for spring. Hoping the snow and ice melt soon.
Thank you again!
diane
