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Reflections

reflecting on days gone by

54 total reviews 
Comment from CowboyToo
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A nice nostalgic look back at a scene which promised to always be pleasant and romantic. But the water moves on and so does the dream. Well written I believe.

 Comment Written 19-Feb-2014


reply by the author on 19-Feb-2014
    CowboyToo, thank you so much for your review and comments. They are greatly appreciated.
Comment from emrpoems
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quatrains with abcb rhymes. I loved your poem but it did leave me sad. So much is true about many friends. Disappointment comes when someone thinks that one person is in love with them and then finds out it is the other way round. Left me wondering if they got in touch with their old friend again. Very selfish if not.

 Comment Written 19-Feb-2014


reply by the author on 19-Feb-2014
    Empoems, thank you for your comments and great review. It is really appreciated.
Comment from TAB_that's me
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This is a great poem for the story poem contest. I can feel the emotion of sadness and longing in this past reflection. Good luck to you in the contest:)
~teresa~

 Comment Written 19-Feb-2014


reply by the author on 19-Feb-2014
    TAB, thank you so much for your comments, review and wishes for the contest. It is all greatly appreciated.
Comment from padumachitta
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Hello. looking back is always with differnt glasses. Thisis a good poem, thank you for the memories.

Three best friends our whole life through,
Never a care, just worry free.
Growing up wild in pure country air,
Just Nancy and Hank and good ole me.

 Comment Written 19-Feb-2014


reply by the author on 19-Feb-2014
    Padmachitta, thank you so much for your wonderful review and comments. They are greatly appreciated.
Comment from James Chaima Phiri
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It is true that reflecting on life can change as we get older. This is not only funny, but interesting and sometimes shocking. In this poem/story, you are shocked to remember that Nancy and Hank ran off together. It is interesting to see an adult sitting alone on the river bank reminiscing about the past. This is a nice story.

 Comment Written 19-Feb-2014


reply by the author on 19-Feb-2014
    James, thank you so much for your reflective comments and your wonderful rating. It is so appreciated.
Comment from vkmack
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What a great piece of prose/poetry. You did a wonderful job of sharing a story in a poem. This looks like a winner. The picture is such a fabulous accompaniment. I can see why it stirred those memories of your trio. Are they still together? Sounds like you had some great times as kids. You did enjoy a terrific childhood together.
Your tone is so wistful and reflective, and you use just the right language. I really liked your rhyme scheme; forever and river was a clever rhyme choice--different. The end was bittersweet. I hope you're happy, too, and that you found someone special as well.
One thing I noticed was that you put an apostrophe in ole. No need, as it indicates something is missing. It's not. You use it for fishin' and such, but no need in ole. You've got all your letters in there.
You did a great job, and this looks like a winner!
Good luck to you.

 Comment Written 19-Feb-2014


reply by the author on 19-Feb-2014
    Vkmack, what a wonderful, thoughtful review. It is so appreciated. Actually, it is not a personal story... I just based it on the picture and the story developed itself. LOL Thanks for the tip about the apostrophe. I will change it for sure. And thanks for the vote of confidence on the contest. Jerri
reply by vkmack on 20-Feb-2014
    Wow. You are a great writer! I got completely sucked in and just knew it was a true story. Awesome work. I didn't have another six. Sorry. You did a fantastic job though. Hope it's the winner!
    You are so welcome. Thanks for the great read, Jerri.
    Vista K
Comment from DonandVicki
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Your lovely composed poem brings back memories of my childhood. Funny how it all just stops one day and you go onto the next phase of your life. Don and Vicki

 Comment Written 19-Feb-2014


reply by the author on 19-Feb-2014
    Don and Vicki, thank you so much. Glad you enjoyed it and re-awakened memories of your own. Your comments and review are greatly appreciated.
Comment from angelface2
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Ah, how sweet. Reminds me of a crush I had on my brother's best friend. He never had an eye for me, though. Sigh. I still had a wonderful husband. Good job of writing. Miss Sally

 Comment Written 18-Feb-2014


reply by the author on 18-Feb-2014
    Miss Sally, thank you so much for your comments and great review. It is always greatly appreciated.
Comment from barleygirl
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This poem deserves rave reviews becuz it fits the "story in a poem" requirement more than most usually do. The story flows naturally & feels complete, within the mostly-well-constructed poetic devices used, such as rhyme & rhythm. Love this line, it delivers so much meaning: "Growing up wild in pure country air" . . . and the last line is not only a great conclusion, but it's also stated perfectly. Thanks for sharing & good luck in the contest, if it's still going.

 Comment Written 18-Feb-2014


reply by the author on 18-Feb-2014
    Barleygirl, thank you for your well wishes. Contest not ending for a couple more days, so hope it goes ok. Very much appreciate your ocmments and wonderful review.
Comment from c_lucas
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Three is a crowd. This is very well written with a smooth flow of words, making for a very good read,There is good imagery and descriptive scheme.

 Comment Written 18-Feb-2014


reply by the author on 18-Feb-2014
    C- as always, love hearing your comments and review on my work. It is so appreciated.
reply by c_lucas on 18-Feb-2014
    You're welcome. Charlie