History and Myth
Viewing comments for Chapter 9 "Sun Dance"Poems that tell stories of long ago
16 total reviews
Comment from pyrrhonest
Cannot say that I have much respect for American Indian cultures, but I haven't studied them. I take my attitude second hand from Mark Twain who wrote of their savage actions, and likened them to the French who he deplored.
However, your poem is a pleasure to read and I must award you your due: excellent.
reply by the author on 11-Jul-2013
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Cannot say that I have much respect for American Indian cultures, but I haven't studied them. I take my attitude second hand from Mark Twain who wrote of their savage actions, and likened them to the French who he deplored.
However, your poem is a pleasure to read and I must award you your due: excellent.
Comment Written 11-Jul-2013
reply by the author on 11-Jul-2013
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Thank you Pyrrhonest. Interesting perspective.
Comment from Brocha1
This is a very interesting poem rich in history and meaning. The shape of the poem leads the reader through the wonderful flow of the poem.
reply by the author on 11-Jul-2013
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This is a very interesting poem rich in history and meaning. The shape of the poem leads the reader through the wonderful flow of the poem.
Comment Written 11-Jul-2013
reply by the author on 11-Jul-2013
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Thank you Brocha1
Comment from Capricorn30
I, too have a great interest in Native American culture;
I so like the concept of your well-penned poem written to resemble a totem pole;
Creativity and a fine dedication to the important elements of nature are finely expressed.
reply by the author on 30-Apr-2013
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I, too have a great interest in Native American culture;
I so like the concept of your well-penned poem written to resemble a totem pole;
Creativity and a fine dedication to the important elements of nature are finely expressed.
Comment Written 30-Apr-2013
reply by the author on 30-Apr-2013
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Thank you Capricorn. A work I thoroughly enjoyed.
Comment from 9999pool
A good totam poem with the still statue in animated action. The story of the American native told in a very bold and superb way.
Well done on this short totem poem.
Cheerio, Ritchie.
reply by the author on 29-Apr-2013
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A good totam poem with the still statue in animated action. The story of the American native told in a very bold and superb way.
Well done on this short totem poem.
Cheerio, Ritchie.
Comment Written 29-Apr-2013
reply by the author on 29-Apr-2013
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Thank you Ritchie. I knew you would appreciate the format.
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I did like the shape and many would call this a shape poem so let's called it a Totem Shape poem.
The other shape poem I like is the Teardrop Shape - really stunning and beautiful. Maybe I should get creative again Tom?
Ritchie.
Comment from Winslow
Dear Treischel,
Nice shape poem. Are you part Native American? I see you live in St Paul. Have you visited the Effigy Mounds Monument near McGregor, Iowa? It is quite inspiring. This verse flows very well and brings to mind the worship of our heavenly father.
Warm regards,
Winslow
reply by the author on 28-Apr-2013
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Dear Treischel,
Nice shape poem. Are you part Native American? I see you live in St Paul. Have you visited the Effigy Mounds Monument near McGregor, Iowa? It is quite inspiring. This verse flows very well and brings to mind the worship of our heavenly father.
Warm regards,
Winslow
Comment Written 28-Apr-2013
reply by the author on 28-Apr-2013
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Thank you Winslow. No I haven't visited there, but I'll add it to my wish list. Not Native American, but have worked with many as a Small Business advocate in my carrpeer.
Comment from mikenbel
What a beautiful poem honoring life...Mother Earth...and the Self. I really enjoyed the flow and the energy that seems to reverberate through the abdomen with this piece.
reply by the author on 28-Apr-2013
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What a beautiful poem honoring life...Mother Earth...and the Self. I really enjoyed the flow and the energy that seems to reverberate through the abdomen with this piece.
Comment Written 28-Apr-2013
reply by the author on 28-Apr-2013
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Thank you mikenbel. Makes you want to dance along too. Love it!
Comment from Black_Oxygen
I like the way that the words are arranged on the page.
It has a cadence like a drumbeat and it is easy to read.
The attached photo is a mirror that reflects the message.
Thank You for your creation.
reply by the author on 28-Apr-2013
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I like the way that the words are arranged on the page.
It has a cadence like a drumbeat and it is easy to read.
The attached photo is a mirror that reflects the message.
Thank You for your creation.
Comment Written 28-Apr-2013
reply by the author on 28-Apr-2013
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Thank you Black_Oxygen, glad you got the beat and composition.
Comment from dmt1967
I like the way this poem is written and I like the picture and the brown background everything gels together thank you for sharing well done
reply by the author on 28-Apr-2013
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I like the way this poem is written and I like the picture and the brown background everything gels together thank you for sharing well done
Comment Written 28-Apr-2013
reply by the author on 28-Apr-2013
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Thank you dmt. I appreciate you enjoyment of the composition.
Comment from NicciFaye
Very, Very, very nice. different, like the style the definition of meaning in the poem. The dedication and appreciation for Native American culture. I could almost hear the dubs as I read it. Excellent poem. God bless.
reply by the author on 27-Apr-2013
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Very, Very, very nice. different, like the style the definition of meaning in the poem. The dedication and appreciation for Native American culture. I could almost hear the dubs as I read it. Excellent poem. God bless.
Comment Written 27-Apr-2013
reply by the author on 27-Apr-2013
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Thank you NicciFaye. I am smiling that you liked it so much.
Comment from Robin Gilmor
Grat take on the totem pole with your verse shape. I enjoyed the beat of the drum and could visualize the dance. When I lived in Lawton, Oklahoma we were able to see how the indians lived and their art as well. Great picture adds to your presentation. Smiles. Robin :)
reply by the author on 27-Apr-2013
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Grat take on the totem pole with your verse shape. I enjoyed the beat of the drum and could visualize the dance. When I lived in Lawton, Oklahoma we were able to see how the indians lived and their art as well. Great picture adds to your presentation. Smiles. Robin :)
Comment Written 27-Apr-2013
reply by the author on 27-Apr-2013
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Thanks Robin. Not an easy format to pull off.
