Comment from rjuselius

Excellent

this is such a beautiful piece of poetry that it makes me go aawwww :)
the imagery is breathtaking and the underlying story is delightful! you have captured a moment in time yet something that will forever grow in your heart.
thank you for sharing!
virtual six..
blessings!
rebekka x

 Comment Written 03-Sep-2016

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reply by the author on 04-Sep-2016

Rebekka,
Your review of my work is so supportive! I do appreciate the lovely words that are so affirmative! Blessings to you.
Cynthia1

Comment from bichonfrisegirl

Excellent

This is a lovely poem, Cythia1, and serves a great remembrance for you of your time in Bulgaria.

The flow and rhyming are great, and you paint a vivid picture for your reader. My favourite line is "the table strewn with food and flower" ... to me, that just spells WELCOME!

Very nice!

Connie

 Comment Written 03-Sep-2016

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reply by the author on 03-Sep-2016

Thank you, Connie. I am glad that you liked the poem.Blessings....
Cynthia1

Comment from seaglass

Excellent

This is such a beautiful poem about a country I know nothing about. Your descriptions paint an interesting picture of a simple, natural place with warm, gracious people. It made me wish I could visit there.

 Comment Written 03-Sep-2016

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reply by the author on 03-Sep-2016

Thank you so very much. I am glad that you enjoyed the poem.
Cynthia1

Comment from write hand blue

Excellent

I've never been to Bulgaria, but understand that it's very nice. You obviously like it and it has made an impression on you. This is a beautiful poem and gives a warm feeling when it is read...

~Mel~

 Comment Written 03-Sep-2016

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reply by the author on 03-Sep-2016

Thank you for the nice review.
Cynthia1

reply by write hand blue on 04-Sep-2016

My pleasure...

reply by the author on 04-Sep-2016

Comment from nancyjam

Excellent

The love you have for this country really comes through in your beautiful descriptive lines.
the reader gets a real sense of the beauty of Bulgaria through the lovely images
you present.
Great rhyme and strong meter add to the pleasure of reading your poem.
Nancy

 Comment Written 03-Sep-2016

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reply by the author on 03-Sep-2016

Thank you so much, Nancy. I do appreciate the positive comments, and I am glad you enjoyed reading the poem.
Cynthia1

Comment from Jackarrie

Exceptional

I am so pleased to have a six for this well-written poem, I have never visited Bulgaria, but I got a strong emotional response to your well-articulated words, The poppy field is a lovely image to include

The camaraderie at dinner hour
the table strewn with food and flower
The lilting laughter hiding fears
the dancing feet that wipe out tears

Well done, Mary

 Comment Written 03-Sep-2016

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reply by the author on 03-Sep-2016

Mary,
Thank you so much for the lovely stars!! I do appreciate your kind remarks and support.
Cynthia1

Comment from Sandra du Plessis

Excellent

A very beautiful poem about your memories of Bulgaria. Often there is a place that makes a deep impression in our minds that we will always treasure.

 Comment Written 03-Sep-2016

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reply by the author on 03-Sep-2016

Thank you, Sandra. Your words are very encouraging and I do appreciate the review!
Cynthia1

Comment from Joan E.

Excellent

Many thanks for sharing your impressions of Bulgaria and selecting the splendid artwork of the poppies to reinforce your memories. I enjoyed your rhymed couplets in these rhythmic quatrains. I could see the "spirals to the clouds" and the "dancing feet". Cheers- Joan

 Comment Written 03-Sep-2016

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reply by the author on 03-Sep-2016

Joan, thank you for the wonderful comments. I am glad that you enjoyed the poem and that you could visualize certain aspects
of that special place.
Cynthia1

Comment from Heather Knight

Excellent

I have enjoyed reading your poem. My hairdresser is from Bulgaria and she often tells me about her country. It does sound like an amazing place.

 Comment Written 03-Sep-2016

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reply by the author on 03-Sep-2016

Thank you, MJ. Please share the poem with your hairdresser if you wish. It is always good to see how others see you.
Thank you,
Cynthia1

reply by Heather Knight on 03-Sep-2016

That's a good idea, but I' don't think she understands English. I'll have to ask her.

reply by the author on 03-Sep-2016

I understand.
Cynthia1

Comment from mvbrooks

Excellent

This poem reflects a love and respect for Bulgaria and for the experiences you had there. Interesting that the descriptions are of the countryside with its monasteries and fields of poppies and roses. It sets a positive tone. After reading it, one wonders--what about the cities?

 Comment Written 03-Sep-2016

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reply by the author on 03-Sep-2016

Thank you for this thoughtful review. I was more intrigued by the countryside, I guess. It still has so much of the yesterday feeling. The cities are also unique; however, there is evidence of the years of oppression. Progress is being made.
Cynthia1