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Desert Fortitude

A 2-4-6-8 contest entry

8 total reviews 
Comment from Bill Schott
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This 2-4-6-8 poem, Desert Fortitude, has the proper formatting and sends the wishe of a hopeful readership to the desert and the bark of a bent-but-unbroken tree.

 Comment Written 30-Aug-2021


reply by the author on 30-Aug-2021
    Thank you very much, Bill, for sharing and reviewing my poem. Rod
Comment from Wendy G
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The juniper is very resilient, and very deep rooted. Perhaps a parallel for us regarding life itself. Cleverly written, invites the reader to think. Beautiful presentation. Very best wishes for your entry in the contest.
Wendy

 Comment Written 28-Aug-2021


reply by the author on 28-Aug-2021
    Thank you very much, Wendy, for this lovely review.
Comment from LisaMay
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The old juniper tree is just proving that to survive to old age we need to be flexible to weather life's storms. You've provided us with a thoughtful and enjoyable presentation.

 Comment Written 28-Aug-2021


reply by the author on 28-Aug-2021
    I am pleased you enjoyed my metaphorical Rispetto, Lisa.
reply by the author on 28-Aug-2021
    I am pleased you enjoyed my metaphorical poem, Lisa.
Comment from rspoet
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This is an excellent poem and entry for the 2-4-6-8 poem contest
with very good imagery of the wind and the old tree.
Some trees survive in the harshest conditions,
like some people.
Well done.
Best wishes.
Robert

 Comment Written 27-Aug-2021


reply by the author on 27-Aug-2021
    Thank you very much for sharing my poem, Robert, and your insightful review.
Comment from Anne Johnston
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"wind-whipped
relentlessly
its branches tossed awry
age-old juniper withstands all"
Your well-chosen words accurately describe the picture of the tree standing alone, strong through all the storms.

 Comment Written 27-Aug-2021


reply by the author on 27-Aug-2021
    Thank you very much, Anne, for sharing my poem and your kind praise.
reply by Anne Johnston on 27-Aug-2021
    You are welcome
Comment from zanya
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A juniper tree, though windswept in the storm, stands tall and survives the onslaught - a metaphor, perhaps, for those storms we all encounter on our life journey.

 Comment Written 27-Aug-2021


reply by the author on 27-Aug-2021
    A very insightful review! Thank you so much, zanya, for sharing my poem.
Comment from Dolly'sPoems
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It always amazes me how steadfast plants and trees are when the wind tries to uproot them with their strong force, your brought the scene to life here, love Dolly x

 Comment Written 27-Aug-2021


reply by the author on 27-Aug-2021
    Thank you very much, Dolly.
Comment from mermaids
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Your vivid use of words captures clearly the feel and scene of the desert. "Age old juniper withstands all" shows the strength of this tree and the forces it withstands, Excellent use of words to capture an image of nature.

 Comment Written 27-Aug-2021


reply by the author on 27-Aug-2021
    Thank you very much, mermaids, for your high praise of my poem.