Joy vs Happiness
Happiness is afraid of sorrow; Joy is not.20 total reviews
Comment from Heather Knight
Hello John,
Even though is short, your poem is thought-provoking.
Besides, the combination of your words and your picture make me happy.
The quote you've chosen for your notes is the perfect one.
Good luck in the contest.
reply by the author on 04-Dec-2022
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Hello John,
Even though is short, your poem is thought-provoking.
Besides, the combination of your words and your picture make me happy.
The quote you've chosen for your notes is the perfect one.
Good luck in the contest.
Comment Written 04-Dec-2022
reply by the author on 04-Dec-2022
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Thank you, Heather. Your review prompted me to read some of your work. Your words are beautiful and full of meaning. I'm honored that you would take time to read mine. Thank you and God bless.
John
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Thanks for reading me. Take care.
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You, as well.
Comment from amahra
Your word choice is awesome. Such a powerful statement and so few words. You didn't say who your artwork was from, but those broad stokes remind me of a Van Gogh painting.
reply by the author on 03-Dec-2022
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Your word choice is awesome. Such a powerful statement and so few words. You didn't say who your artwork was from, but those broad stokes remind me of a Van Gogh painting.
Comment Written 03-Dec-2022
reply by the author on 03-Dec-2022
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Thank you for your review and kind words. I found the artwork on the internet. You're right; it does have a Van Goghish appearance.
Comment from Bill Schott
This essence poem, Joy vs Happiness, has the proper formatting and allows that happiness is at odds with sorrow, where the Joy of God paves over all else.
reply by the author on 03-Dec-2022
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This essence poem, Joy vs Happiness, has the proper formatting and allows that happiness is at odds with sorrow, where the Joy of God paves over all else.
Comment Written 03-Dec-2022
reply by the author on 03-Dec-2022
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I like your wording: "...the Joy of God paves over all else." It's a very vivid description. Thanks for your review and comments. John
Comment from John Ciarmello
This says so much with so few words, which should be the intent of these shorts. Some passages are forgettable and have meaning only to the writer, primarily due to not thinking out the words. Then some are wonderfully thought out and retainable. You have achieved the latter with high honors, John! Well done! Best, JohnC
reply by the author on 03-Dec-2022
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This says so much with so few words, which should be the intent of these shorts. Some passages are forgettable and have meaning only to the writer, primarily due to not thinking out the words. Then some are wonderfully thought out and retainable. You have achieved the latter with high honors, John! Well done! Best, JohnC
Comment Written 03-Dec-2022
reply by the author on 03-Dec-2022
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Thank you, John. I try to convey my thoughts in few words. Sometimes, as a result, I'm not sure I've achieved my goal. Your review gave me confidence that I did in this case. I really appreciate your insight. John
Comment from June Sargent
You are so right! Happiness can be affected by external circumstances- and quickly disappear. On the other hand, joy is internal snd will not allow circumstances to touch it. We will smile through it all...
reply by the author on 03-Dec-2022
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You are so right! Happiness can be affected by external circumstances- and quickly disappear. On the other hand, joy is internal snd will not allow circumstances to touch it. We will smile through it all...
Comment Written 03-Dec-2022
reply by the author on 03-Dec-2022
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That is so succinctly and well put. Thank you for your review and kind comments. John
Comment from Mitchell Brontė
Hi
What a wonderful 2 line poem.
Which describes joy v happiness with such vivid imagination.
The word play is fantastic which marries with your imagery brilliantly.
and a great picture to accompany
Mitchell.
reply by the author on 03-Dec-2022
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Hi
What a wonderful 2 line poem.
Which describes joy v happiness with such vivid imagination.
The word play is fantastic which marries with your imagery brilliantly.
and a great picture to accompany
Mitchell.
Comment Written 03-Dec-2022
reply by the author on 03-Dec-2022
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Thank you, Mitchell. I really appreciate your compliments and review.
John
Comment from Sandra Nelms-Ludwig
This is a good two-lined poem. The text is a great size. The message is clearly stated and is uplifting. There is always the opportunity for tomorrow to be a day of renewed joy. The visual fits well. Good luck in the contest.
reply by the author on 03-Dec-2022
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This is a good two-lined poem. The text is a great size. The message is clearly stated and is uplifting. There is always the opportunity for tomorrow to be a day of renewed joy. The visual fits well. Good luck in the contest.
Comment Written 03-Dec-2022
reply by the author on 03-Dec-2022
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I love your response and review. Thank you very much.
John
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You are welcome.
Comment from Rachelle Allen
You said a lot in your mere two lines, and that makes this a wonderful entry for the contest! I bet it will do well because even the accompanying artwork conveys a lot of creativity and sentiment. May you boogie down to the winner's circle!!
reply by the author on 02-Dec-2022
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You said a lot in your mere two lines, and that makes this a wonderful entry for the contest! I bet it will do well because even the accompanying artwork conveys a lot of creativity and sentiment. May you boogie down to the winner's circle!!
Comment Written 02-Dec-2022
reply by the author on 02-Dec-2022
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Thank you. I'm honored that someone so accomplished would review my poem. I appreciate your kind words.
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Oh, please! You had me at "thank you."
Comment from Karyn2
This is such a revelation! Joy and happiness can be easily exchanged, one replaced for another but I love this thought that you challenge in two shorts lines! Happiness is more an outward state perhaps that makes us smile and feel temporary satisfaction while pure joy knows an inner contentment and satisfaction that will not fade with tears and suffering and sorrow as it knows its true home and identity. Powerful!! I don't think 2 short lines could be improved in any way. The image is a wonderful accompaniment.
reply by the author on 02-Dec-2022
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This is such a revelation! Joy and happiness can be easily exchanged, one replaced for another but I love this thought that you challenge in two shorts lines! Happiness is more an outward state perhaps that makes us smile and feel temporary satisfaction while pure joy knows an inner contentment and satisfaction that will not fade with tears and suffering and sorrow as it knows its true home and identity. Powerful!! I don't think 2 short lines could be improved in any way. The image is a wonderful accompaniment.
Comment Written 02-Dec-2022
reply by the author on 02-Dec-2022
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I don't think I have read a more eloquent or better explanation of my poem than you have just written. If I had to explain what I was trying to say, I could quote your review; that's how perfectly you have stated it. I'm truly grateful. John
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Thank you for your review of my review! I?m glad we see eye to eye!
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Me too.
Comment from Joanne Gill-Maddick
This is a nicely written two line rhyming poem. I love your artwork and the Angel it's very colourful it compliments your words quite nicely. Very well done.
reply by the author on 02-Dec-2022
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This is a nicely written two line rhyming poem. I love your artwork and the Angel it's very colourful it compliments your words quite nicely. Very well done.
Comment Written 02-Dec-2022
reply by the author on 02-Dec-2022
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Thank you, Joanne. I really appreciate your sweet review and kind words. John
