Comment from squid152

Excellent

Very creative acrostic poem you have penned here. I liked, the teasing, taunting phrases call in tints and hues of unrefined.-Gary

 Comment Written 08-Dec-2012

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reply by the author on 08-Dec-2012

Thanks, Gary. I am glad you enjoyed it. I had a lot of fun playing with the words as you can tell. I appreciate your taking a look at it and of course, the stars--Wendy

Comment from 9999pool

Excellent

Painters like writers are artist of a different kind, same genre, same deep thoughts and expressions plus sensitivity. As the painters paint the vivid imagery of a poet's writings, by the same token, a poets paints the imagery of the painters in our minds. The last two lines can be " Deep metaphor and assonance; Prose carefully, a scene unfurls" best describe this poem. Good write, imagery and the way painters paint is like the way we write. Good expressions. Cheers.

 Comment Written 08-Dec-2012

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reply by the author on 08-Dec-2012

Thank you for taking the time to read and review my words. I agree about the art. The local artist's guild, about 150 paintbrushes strong, is painting to my poems for their winter assignment. It occurred to me that the painting really goes both ways views from words and words from views and voila, a poem had begun to germinate and grow. I am glad you enjoyed the piece.

reply by 9999pool on 08-Dec-2012

Welcome. Cheers. Ritchie.

Comment from visionary1234

Excellent

Wendy, this is a brilliant acrostic! I worship at your feet! And if I had a six, it would surely be yours - much deserved - and good luck in this competition! :) Sharyn

 Comment Written 08-Dec-2012

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reply by the author on 08-Dec-2012

Thanks Sharyn. I will accept your sixth-in-absentia honor and add a big smile. I am thrilled that you liked it so much.--Wendy

Comment from Starlit Ink

Excellent

A love for writing and poetry shines through this fine acrostic. You chose unique wording to go with the colorful theme you presented. This is a unique entry, with rich colorful imagery. Good luck in the contest.

 Comment Written 08-Dec-2012

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reply by the author on 08-Dec-2012

I do love it, even when it drives me crazy. Thanks for taking the time to read and review my words and for the fun stars.--Wendy

Comment from Mrs Happy Poet

Excellent

Yes my friend this is very well written a creative and colorful poem using this form well done my friend and good luck in the contest regards Jill

 Comment Written 08-Dec-2012

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reply by the author on 08-Dec-2012

Thanks Jill. I appreciate the good wishes and the pun on colorful.--Wendy

Comment from Perp Ihebom

Excellent

I love the comparison between poetry and painting. The ideas blend beautifully in the acrostic poem. I think you did a great job with this work. cheers

 Comment Written 08-Dec-2012

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reply by the author on 08-Dec-2012

Thank you for taking the time to read and review my words. I'm so glad you enjoyed it.

Comment from Bryana

Exceptional

Absolutely lovely poem, your pen can paint as beautiful as any artist. I love the rhyme, rhythm and flow of your poem. I've read several times and like it better every time.

I wish you luck in the contest.

 Comment Written 08-Dec-2012

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reply by the author on 08-Dec-2012

Thank you so much Bryana for the R and R and the thorough read of my work. I have a thing about both rhyme and rhythm and so I appreciate doubly your mention of both.--Wendy

Comment from Joan E.

Excellent

Wow, that's quite an illustration, with the original and a contemporary Mona Lisa! I relished your acrostic with its additional rhymes and excellent flow, as you described the "metered paintbrush"--a great metaphor. I admired your "Gestault" reference and "pearls" simile as well. This must be a contest winner! Cheers--I'm only sorry I don't have a six this poem deserves- Joan

 Comment Written 08-Dec-2012

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reply by the author on 08-Dec-2012

Thanks so much Joan for the thorough read and review of my words. I accept your sixth-in-absentia star and I am humbled. I do respect your opinion and your work.--Wendy

reply by Joan E. on 08-Dec-2012

Thank you for your gracious response and valuing the virtual six-stars. Your support is much appreciated. Hugs and happy weekend- Joan

Comment from Sandra Stoner-Mitchell

Excellent

I've no 6 left but this is definately worth one, this is brilliant! You really have painted a picture with your words, as it is said, a picture paints a thousand words, it also applies the other way round but with emotion and feeling. I know paintings are said to do that, but I am not into art that way, lol, a picture is a picture, might be lovely to look at but words paint a different picture, they can reach the soul. Good luck in the contest! xsx Sandra

 Comment Written 08-Dec-2012

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reply by the author on 08-Dec-2012

Thank you Sandra for the thorough read and review of my words. I accept your sixth-star-in-absentia with great humility as I respect your work and your opinion. I hope things are going well for your book sales and that Christmas brings your joyful words into a multitude of homes and hearts.--Wendy

Comment from snemes

Excellent

Your poem about writing was so well-written! The teasing, taunting phrases call. Every writer has had this maddening experience where you know you are so close to the right words. I loved the last line. If we're lucky, we succeed in doing this. Thanks for sharing.

 Comment Written 08-Dec-2012

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reply by the author on 08-Dec-2012

Thank you for taking the time to read and review my words. Yes, it is extremely difficult to be so close to the right word--and there always is one- and realize you haven't found it yet. --Wendy