History and Myth
Viewing comments for Chapter 37 "Gu Brath An Ar Gradh"Poems that tell stories of long ago
17 total reviews
Comment from adewpearl
solid use of abab rhyming in the quatrains
lovely alliteration in your opening line and throughout
vivid descriptive detail with strong appeal to senses not limited to the visual
beautifully expressive, filled with compassion and support and admiration for our friend :-) Brooke
reply by the author on 08-Nov-2014
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solid use of abab rhyming in the quatrains
lovely alliteration in your opening line and throughout
vivid descriptive detail with strong appeal to senses not limited to the visual
beautifully expressive, filled with compassion and support and admiration for our friend :-) Brooke
Comment Written 08-Nov-2014
reply by the author on 08-Nov-2014
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Thank you Brooke. Thats an awesome review.
Comment from Neonewman
Beautifully crafted piece for this Beautiful young lady. So many prayers sent and heard for Maureen and the Zooters. God bless!
reply by the author on 07-Nov-2014
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Beautifully crafted piece for this Beautiful young lady. So many prayers sent and heard for Maureen and the Zooters. God bless!
Comment Written 06-Nov-2014
reply by the author on 07-Nov-2014
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Thank you Neonewman .
Comment from Dr. Nad
I may be a newbie,(Less than one week), but I know what I like in Poetry. I haven't figured out much about this site but I believe I have found friends who not only get each others work but like it. I have never seen anything like this site for encouragement outside of close friends and family. B U T . . . My purpose is to rate "Gu Brath An Ar Gradh" This Poem is so flawless from beginning to end. It starts with the title and tells us a story succinctly and cleanly. There is nothing superfluous or contrived in it: Boom, Boom, Bam!
reply by the author on 07-Nov-2014
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I may be a newbie,(Less than one week), but I know what I like in Poetry. I haven't figured out much about this site but I believe I have found friends who not only get each others work but like it. I have never seen anything like this site for encouragement outside of close friends and family. B U T . . . My purpose is to rate "Gu Brath An Ar Gradh" This Poem is so flawless from beginning to end. It starts with the title and tells us a story succinctly and cleanly. There is nothing superfluous or contrived in it: Boom, Boom, Bam!
Comment Written 06-Nov-2014
reply by the author on 07-Nov-2014
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Thank you very much Dr. Nad. I appreciate you taking the time to stop by and read, then leaving a wonderful observation. Welcome to the site.
Comment from ProjectBluebook
This poem will make the angels take an awkward pause. Evidently, you were close to the Celtic warrior, more than most. A heap of research must had went into this masterpiece. A lot of things that i did not know. This is a truly learning experience for me. I do have some Scottish ancestry from the clan of Fondren. I must say, this even surpasses my poem I dedicated to her. 'Tango Dancer'I called it. My nickname for Maureen was Tango Dancer. She once told me that she took dancing classes and did a mean tango. From that point on I called her Tango Dancer. She called me wacky. I only got five stars to give, but if I had twelve hundred, you and she would get them. She is out of her coma, and I hope for a speedy recover, and I hope she does not have to suffer. This poem is one of a kind. You took boo coo loads of time with this poem. Personal things I did not know of. You are a dedicated knight of the castle she abides. This is a jewel, in my mind... wacky
reply by the author on 05-Nov-2014
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This poem will make the angels take an awkward pause. Evidently, you were close to the Celtic warrior, more than most. A heap of research must had went into this masterpiece. A lot of things that i did not know. This is a truly learning experience for me. I do have some Scottish ancestry from the clan of Fondren. I must say, this even surpasses my poem I dedicated to her. 'Tango Dancer'I called it. My nickname for Maureen was Tango Dancer. She once told me that she took dancing classes and did a mean tango. From that point on I called her Tango Dancer. She called me wacky. I only got five stars to give, but if I had twelve hundred, you and she would get them. She is out of her coma, and I hope for a speedy recover, and I hope she does not have to suffer. This poem is one of a kind. You took boo coo loads of time with this poem. Personal things I did not know of. You are a dedicated knight of the castle she abides. This is a jewel, in my mind... wacky
Comment Written 05-Nov-2014
reply by the author on 05-Nov-2014
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Thank you Wackydo. I really appreciate that I had to do a great deal of research on this one, but Maureen is worth it.
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Yep, she is. I recognized your extra effort. I have to do research on some projects. You need to -- to debunk some reviewers that are wrong. God bless you for your support! Always with respect, wackydo
Comment from alexisleech
Another beautiful testament to Maureen, a truly loved and inspirational lady. Dare I say I knew she could come back to us? I just hope and pray it is for a long, long time. Your wonderful poem lets her and her fantastic children know how much she is loved. Well done!
reply by the author on 05-Nov-2014
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Another beautiful testament to Maureen, a truly loved and inspirational lady. Dare I say I knew she could come back to us? I just hope and pray it is for a long, long time. Your wonderful poem lets her and her fantastic children know how much she is loved. Well done!
Comment Written 05-Nov-2014
reply by the author on 05-Nov-2014
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Thank you Alexis. She is amazing. I hope so too.
Comment from Joan E.
I have finally caught up for the moment. Thank you for your tribute to our Warrior Woman and your salute to her Celtic roots. I was thrilled to read that Maureen awoke from her coma--maybe, she heard your words--your references to her beloved "Highlands" and "The Shadow" have the power to do just that. Your rhymes and the Gaelic refrain are perfect and speak for all of us. Warm regards- Joan
reply by the author on 05-Nov-2014
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I have finally caught up for the moment. Thank you for your tribute to our Warrior Woman and your salute to her Celtic roots. I was thrilled to read that Maureen awoke from her coma--maybe, she heard your words--your references to her beloved "Highlands" and "The Shadow" have the power to do just that. Your rhymes and the Gaelic refrain are perfect and speak for all of us. Warm regards- Joan
Comment Written 05-Nov-2014
reply by the author on 05-Nov-2014
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Thank you Joan. I really appreciate your comments and am also thrilled about Maureen.
Comment from ravenblack
Yes, she has walked those cosmic pathways with a warriors stride, a battle that few of us could hope to survive. Maureen is a warrior in every sense of the word. Great use of Gaelic!
reply by the author on 04-Nov-2014
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Yes, she has walked those cosmic pathways with a warriors stride, a battle that few of us could hope to survive. Maureen is a warrior in every sense of the word. Great use of Gaelic!
Comment Written 04-Nov-2014
reply by the author on 04-Nov-2014
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Thank you ravenblack. She is amazing.
Comment from sweetwoodjax
this is a beautiful tribute to Maureen, treishchel , I was so happy to find out that she woke up and is talking and smiling. she just needs to grow stronger so they can give her something for pain.
reply by the author on 04-Nov-2014
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this is a beautiful tribute to Maureen, treishchel , I was so happy to find out that she woke up and is talking and smiling. she just needs to grow stronger so they can give her something for pain.
Comment Written 04-Nov-2014
reply by the author on 04-Nov-2014
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Thank you sweetwoodjax. Yes, i am delighted that she came through once mire.
Comment from Domino 2
Though I admit I never got to know Maureen very well, she is obviously a much loved person and gifted poet on site - proven by the numerous well-deserved and caring posts in her tribute.
With respect - 2nd line, maybe forget the perfect rhyme and go for the more grammatically correct proximate rhyme of 'tunes'.
Very thoughtful Gaelic terms to reflect her heritage.
Excellent post.
Best wishes, Ray.
reply by the author on 04-Nov-2014
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Though I admit I never got to know Maureen very well, she is obviously a much loved person and gifted poet on site - proven by the numerous well-deserved and caring posts in her tribute.
With respect - 2nd line, maybe forget the perfect rhyme and go for the more grammatically correct proximate rhyme of 'tunes'.
Very thoughtful Gaelic terms to reflect her heritage.
Excellent post.
Best wishes, Ray.
Comment Written 04-Nov-2014
reply by the author on 04-Nov-2014
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Thanks Ray. Yes, I could go either way with that.
Comment from Roxanna Andrews
Really beautiful tribute to Maureen. I think of her so often and pray for healing. I'm so glad her son keep posting for her. Thank you for sharing, this is very well done. Rox
reply by the author on 04-Nov-2014
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Really beautiful tribute to Maureen. I think of her so often and pray for healing. I'm so glad her son keep posting for her. Thank you for sharing, this is very well done. Rox
Comment Written 04-Nov-2014
reply by the author on 04-Nov-2014
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Thank you Rox. She has a wonderful family.
