Little Poems
Viewing comments for Chapter 274 "Kensington Runestone"Small and Specialty Poems
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Comment from dmt1967
This poem was a good history lesson and story my friend. The picture matches the poem and I think if kids learned history like this they would learn more. Good luck in the contest and thank you for sharing.
reply by the author on 25-Jun-2015
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This poem was a good history lesson and story my friend. The picture matches the poem and I think if kids learned history like this they would learn more. Good luck in the contest and thank you for sharing.
Comment Written 25-Jun-2015
reply by the author on 25-Jun-2015
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Thank you Darlene. I love history. So much there to learn
Comment from Bill Schott
There is so much that could and might be actual activity captured in this etched testament that time forgot. it fuels the imagination with possibilities.
reply by the author on 25-Jun-2015
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There is so much that could and might be actual activity captured in this etched testament that time forgot. it fuels the imagination with possibilities.
Comment Written 25-Jun-2015
reply by the author on 25-Jun-2015
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Thank you Bill. I appreciate the review and observations.
Comment from Pam (respa)
-A really tremendous story told in your poem.
-It is easy to follow and very interesting.
-I like your use of some rhyme in the poem.
-The use of the years and the events in that year are written well, even though the poem is fictional.
-I find the use of "Ave Maria" appealing.
-You certainly have good author notes and a good photo of the Runestone.
reply by the author on 25-Jun-2015
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-A really tremendous story told in your poem.
-It is easy to follow and very interesting.
-I like your use of some rhyme in the poem.
-The use of the years and the events in that year are written well, even though the poem is fictional.
-I find the use of "Ave Maria" appealing.
-You certainly have good author notes and a good photo of the Runestone.
Comment Written 24-Jun-2015
reply by the author on 25-Jun-2015
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Thank you respa1 for a detailed and wonderful review.
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You are very welcome. It was an honor to have had your poem in the contest.
Comment from sweetwoodjax
this is an excellent write, mystery writer, thank you for the author notes, they were interesting and education. great imagery presented in the poem. good luck in the contest.
reply by the author on 24-Jun-2015
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this is an excellent write, mystery writer, thank you for the author notes, they were interesting and education. great imagery presented in the poem. good luck in the contest.
Comment Written 24-Jun-2015
reply by the author on 24-Jun-2015
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Thank you Sweetwoodjax.
Comment from Joan E.
I regret the delay in reading and reviewing this poem, but it and your notes were long and I wanted to do the post justice. I was unfamiliar with the Runestone, potentially from "Vinland," and was amazed by the translation of the runes from 1362. It seems reasonable to assume that the Mandans were descendants from Swedish explorers. Thank you for sharing your research and the fascinating story poem that you created. Your speaking in the first person in the voice of Paul Knudson added to the immediacy of the tale. I liked the notion of his "notes" leaving a "permanent trail" and your random rhymes in this free verse. (I think "pointed" lost its "ed" in stanza 26.) Also, the "Ave Maria" echoes, like a chant, were very effective. Best wishes in the historical fiction contest with this tour de force- Joan
reply by the author on 23-Jun-2015
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I regret the delay in reading and reviewing this poem, but it and your notes were long and I wanted to do the post justice. I was unfamiliar with the Runestone, potentially from "Vinland," and was amazed by the translation of the runes from 1362. It seems reasonable to assume that the Mandans were descendants from Swedish explorers. Thank you for sharing your research and the fascinating story poem that you created. Your speaking in the first person in the voice of Paul Knudson added to the immediacy of the tale. I liked the notion of his "notes" leaving a "permanent trail" and your random rhymes in this free verse. (I think "pointed" lost its "ed" in stanza 26.) Also, the "Ave Maria" echoes, like a chant, were very effective. Best wishes in the historical fiction contest with this tour de force- Joan
Comment Written 23-Jun-2015
reply by the author on 23-Jun-2015
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Thank you very much Joan. I am beaming from your response. The stars and comments touch me deeply.
Comment from ProjectBluebook
I been eyeballing this masterpiece. I say.. that this is a winner! To me-- it stands alone in a field of poppies, lovely but poppies can be poisonous. the author notes sold me on this ballad epic of an object. great imagination at play here -- and you orchestrated the words beautifully. Now I know where this object is. 1356 is a long time ago... I never heard of this object of history. Humm.. wonder what else is ready to be found in this area where the Vikings roamed? Minnesota. I need to research this (Ave Virgen Maria). Got me curious. This is well written. Looks like a winner to me. I will read up on this stone.
reply by the author on 23-Jun-2015
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I been eyeballing this masterpiece. I say.. that this is a winner! To me-- it stands alone in a field of poppies, lovely but poppies can be poisonous. the author notes sold me on this ballad epic of an object. great imagination at play here -- and you orchestrated the words beautifully. Now I know where this object is. 1356 is a long time ago... I never heard of this object of history. Humm.. wonder what else is ready to be found in this area where the Vikings roamed? Minnesota. I need to research this (Ave Virgen Maria). Got me curious. This is well written. Looks like a winner to me. I will read up on this stone.
Comment Written 23-Jun-2015
reply by the author on 23-Jun-2015
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Thank you Wackydo, Wikipedia covers it very well. There are also several other articles about it. I'm glad you liked the story.
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yep, I follow that Viking stuff. I wish you luck in the contest. Kind of reminds me of that story of Joseph Smith (MORMON) finding them gold plates (book of Mormon)in New York state.
Comment from His Grayness
wojw, what an amazing journey through such arcane and obscure history that most of us would never have had the opportunity to experience! This was very well done and much appreciated! Many thanks to the author: His Grayness
reply by the author on 23-Jun-2015
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wojw, what an amazing journey through such arcane and obscure history that most of us would never have had the opportunity to experience! This was very well done and much appreciated! Many thanks to the author: His Grayness
Comment Written 22-Jun-2015
reply by the author on 23-Jun-2015
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Thank you very much His Grayness.
Comment from royowen
What a fascinating entry in this free verse historical contest, you have done very well in writing this account in an epic free verse poem with occasional rhyme. The fictional account you've given could well have been a factual with the evidence of blue eyed blonde Indians, well written in fine descriptive language, engaging and absorbing, well researched and done. Blessings, Roy.
reply by the author on 23-Jun-2015
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What a fascinating entry in this free verse historical contest, you have done very well in writing this account in an epic free verse poem with occasional rhyme. The fictional account you've given could well have been a factual with the evidence of blue eyed blonde Indians, well written in fine descriptive language, engaging and absorbing, well researched and done. Blessings, Roy.
Comment Written 22-Jun-2015
reply by the author on 23-Jun-2015
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Thank you very much Roy. I appreciate your taking the time to review and comment.
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Most welcome
Comment from Gypsy Blue Rose
I enjoyed reading your historical fiction free verse poem, Kensington Runestone, you did a great job developing the characters and the plot; also, I like the attractive format and picture of the runes stone. Good job!
reply by the author on 23-Jun-2015
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I enjoyed reading your historical fiction free verse poem, Kensington Runestone, you did a great job developing the characters and the plot; also, I like the attractive format and picture of the runes stone. Good job!
Comment Written 22-Jun-2015
reply by the author on 23-Jun-2015
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Thank you very much Gypsy Blue Rose.
Comment from bayforesthimankush
It was a fantastic story of adventures vikings used to take in the ancient time, about 7 centuries ago. There was no recorded history of that time. There was no present day technology to guide a traveler through sea and land. They are great people to me, so much courage, faith, and believe. I recount my journey to this land, America, alone; decided to take journey when none in family and my society did tell me who I am and how I should lead my life. It was unthinkable to find that I have finished Master degree and have found a job. After reading this poem I think that I must have got viking blood. Landing In America alone I have lost money and became homeless. I have revived and am standing here as one of the strong man in the whole world, still alone.
reply by the author on 23-Jun-2015
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It was a fantastic story of adventures vikings used to take in the ancient time, about 7 centuries ago. There was no recorded history of that time. There was no present day technology to guide a traveler through sea and land. They are great people to me, so much courage, faith, and believe. I recount my journey to this land, America, alone; decided to take journey when none in family and my society did tell me who I am and how I should lead my life. It was unthinkable to find that I have finished Master degree and have found a job. After reading this poem I think that I must have got viking blood. Landing In America alone I have lost money and became homeless. I have revived and am standing here as one of the strong man in the whole world, still alone.
Comment Written 22-Jun-2015
reply by the author on 23-Jun-2015
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Thank you very much for your review and sharing your story a bit. Sounds just as exciting as the Vikings.
