Comment from l.raven

Excellent

HI Leslie, I am so sorry I am so far behind...I hope to catch up by the year 2020...LOL...I have been off and on the site...at my mothers and she doesn't have to net...got a break at my daughters...I love your deep dark poem...and no I haven't traded my soul in...God still holds it...very well written sweet girl...and so glad to see you...Luff Linda xxoo

 Comment Written 02-Nov-2015

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reply by the author on 05-Nov-2015

Hi Linda, I had been wondering how you were because I hadn't seen you around here for quite a while. I'm glad you are o.k. and just visiting family. Thanks for your review and glad you've still got your soul - knew you would! I enjoyed writing this one as it was the first time challenge of writing a dark poem. But truthfully, After writing the second one for Dean's book, right after this one, I grossed myself out - and I found out I really don't like writing dark poetry, especially if they are too realistic ones. I do like Halloween, fantasy though. I've been off here for a few days myself and need to take a few more before I can get back on. I feel bad about not reviewing a number of poems, especially those I fanned and follow. I think I'll post a comment on my profile since I just dropped out. Nice to hear from you. ((((hugs))))

reply by l.raven on 07-Nov-2015

hugs back sweet girl...there is life after Fanstory...LOL...like you ...I didn't mind writing darl once in awhile...but just not all the time...Dean is the King of Horror...LOL...you are so very welcome...and I hope to be back more now...love ya Linda xxoo

Comment from Mystic Angel 7777

Excellent

Your words could not be truer as to be lost in avarice and envy is to wrench the essence of life from your own soul. The rhyme and meter are fluid throughout. The imagery is vivid and powerful drawing the reader into your dark world or torment. Nicely done and I thank you very much for sharing it.

 Comment Written 30-Oct-2015

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reply by the author on 31-Oct-2015

Thank you Mystic Angel. I hope it was not too disturbing. Some people do seem to have the Midas touch naturally and some do very good things with their money for the benefit of others, including, including giving it away. For others it is a ego game and they guard it jealousy and it is never enough. Have a good weekend!

Comment from Joan E.

Exceptional

I have not "traded" my soul, but I admired your timely quatrains and mono-verse rhyme. Your artwork and colored text were the perfect accents. Happy Halloween season- Joan

 Comment Written 29-Oct-2015

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reply by the author on 29-Oct-2015

Thank you Joan for this exceptional and generous six star review. I'm glad you haven't sold your soul (I didn't think you had) and I appreciate your complimentary comments. Have a good day. ((((hugs))))

Comment from rspoet

Excellent

A fine entry in the darkness of poetry
Dark in tone, bright, blood red in font
Very good use of mono-rhyme
they don't usually work for me,
but you have used them well
The poem reads nicely
Excellent imagery of darkness in the devil's lair
and a fine finishing couplet
Great for Halloween or any dark celebration
Well done

 Comment Written 28-Oct-2015

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reply by the author on 28-Oct-2015

Thank you rspoet for your excellent review. I do like mono-rhyme and fortunately they seem to work for me.

Comment from Dean Kuch

Excellent

Well done, Leslie. It's a theme many have pondered at least once over their careers, I think. Well, at least those whose sole purpose for existing is to seek fame, fortune and stardom. I mean, having true talent is the catalyst that takes you where you need to go in life. The Devil can create nothing but pain, chaos and suffering.

He is very good at creating that.

As you stated, be very careful what you wish for and who your wish is granted by. You might get a whole heck of a lot more than you bargained for, and not in a positive light either.

Great addition to Shifting Shadows Thanks so much for contributing to the book.

With admiration and gratitude.

~Dean

 Comment Written 28-Oct-2015

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reply by the author on 28-Oct-2015

Thanks, Dean. I'm glad you lied it and did not find the need to "Kill" it. It was fun and different for me to write since dark poems are not my usual genre. Thanks for expanding my view.

reply by the author on 28-Oct-2015

Thanks, Dean. I'm glad you lied it and did not find the need to "Kill" it. It was fun and different for me to write since dark poems are not my usual genre. Thanks for expanding my view.

reply by Dean Kuch on 28-Oct-2015

Thank you once again for your contribution, Leslie.
I've said it before, and I'll say it again. Just because someone writes dark poetry does not make them evil or a "bad person." It simply means they find beauty in even the darkness, as well as the light. Writing such poetry is very liberating to the soul. It's a sort of cleansing, if you will, and purges those thoughts from our minds.

Thanks again, Leslie.

With respect and admiration
~Dean

Comment from lightink

Excellent

What a scary descriptive imagery about "sleeping with the devil" and losing who we are as a result of greed - pursuing money without caring for anything and anyone else! Very timely topic! Also, it definitely sets the Halloween mood!

 Comment Written 28-Oct-2015

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reply by the author on 28-Oct-2015

Thanks lightink. I think a number have made the deal, especially in governments. If not for money, then maybe made for power and control.

Comment from OnyxSapphire78

Excellent

Wow! First of all that is scary artwork! This is so intense and your rhyme scheme worked great with this style. The flow was magnificent. This is a really great poem. Good luck and happy writing!

 Comment Written 27-Oct-2015

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reply by the author on 27-Oct-2015

Thank you very much OnyxSapphire for your great review. I'm glad you liked it and found the poem to have strong impact.

Comment from Gypsy Blue Rose

Excellent

Hello :)

Funny to find this poem for Dean's book, I just finished a chapter too. I like your poem very much. It's definitely dark and a little scary. It will make a fine addition to the book.
Gypsy

 Comment Written 27-Oct-2015

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reply by the author on 27-Oct-2015

Thank you gypsy Blue Rose. I'll have to look yours up tomorrow.

reply by Gypsy Blue Rose on 27-Oct-2015

My poem is called Eternal Night but it has not been published yet. I sent it to Dean to get his blessing LOL It should be published soon.

reply by the author on 27-Oct-2015

I'm sure it great. I look forward to reading it.

Comment from Teri7

Excellent

I wish I had six stars to give you for this great poem you have penned. I sure don't want to go to see satan anytime at all. Very good wording and great art work. hugs, Teri

 Comment Written 27-Oct-2015

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reply by the author on 27-Oct-2015

Thanks, Teri, I appreciate your review and six star wish.