Comment from AnnieDawn

Excellent

I enjoyed reading your poem and was able to get some meaning out of it. I was not able to connect the photo to your writing however. For me the two just do not connect. If the poem was able to pull in the spirit of native history then it would have made sense but that is just my view. Good construction and I do like the way you have written your poem though.

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reply by the author on 31-Dec-2015

Hi. A good point. The picture depicts what can happen and the picture at the end reflects the reality of what is really there. You're right, the couple in the picture belong together. They are, but they're letting things that don't matter get in the way. Anyway, there's my picture explanation. :))
It's often said to just let the words speak for themselves, but we throw in some pretty pictures 'cause they're available and spiff things up.
I am pleased you enjoyed this. It's best to ignore the artwork. It's often a distraction that sends people off in the wrong direction. Your interpretation of the words was what I was going for.
Anyway, thanks for the great review and pointing that at. See, you have me thinking about it at least. mikey

Comment from William Ross

Excellent

Very good, so well written great job on this really.Thanks for sharing this wonderful piece. Have a safe and Happy new Year ahead.

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reply by the author on 31-Dec-2015

Hey, thanks so much. I'm pleased you enjoyed. A great New Year to you as well, mikey

Comment from brenda bickers

Excellent

Hi I do not pretend to fully understand your free verse but I get the feeling there is a message there that we should all be listening to. I like the words and how they flow but my ignorance stops me from understanding. Great writing and one day hope to write like this. Would you kindly read my poem " You left my Heart out on the rain" and tell me what you think. Your opinion would be gratefully appreciated.
Brenda

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reply by the author on 31-Dec-2015

You're too kind. Sometimes a free verse like this is more to make you feel a certain way. The style often makes the exact meaning hard to grasp. You do get used to it after a while and it makes more sense as you encounter more of it. Just takes time. I loved your poem by the way and gave you a long-winded review. :)) Thanks so much, mikey

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Comment from dragonpoet

Excellent

Yes love is a beautiful joyful emotion but isn't always perfect. Sometimes words spoken (or yelled) cause bigger wells of sadness and loss then were meant. It is true would in the heart take a longer time to heal and make the second time around harder to start.

Keep writing

Happy New Year

dragonpoet

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reply by the author on 31-Dec-2015

Yes, I like your insights on this. Right on the money. Thanks for the cool comments and great review. Have an awesome New Year. I guess we'll do this all again next year, yes? mikey

reply by dragonpoet on 31-Dec-2015

You're welcome. I am glad you liked my thoughts.

Joan

Comment from Sandra du Plessis

Excellent

Our souls meet with other souls long before we meet in person. Most people I meet the first time, I immediately can feel a deeper not understandable connection. A happy new year to you and your family.

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reply by the author on 31-Dec-2015

I believe the same thing. Thanks for your insights and great review. A wonderful New Year to you and yours as well. And, of course, I'll see ya here next year! mikey

Comment from chcbeck

Excellent

A very powerful poem about listening to your soul. The pictures used are captivating, though the red and black seemed extremely harsh, for me personally. Overall a very thought provoking piece with a clear message.

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 Comment Written 31-Dec-2015

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reply by the author on 31-Dec-2015

I took your advice and toned down the color of the font. I like that red for some reason, but it is harsh I admit. Thanks for the tip and the great review. mikey

Comment from ellie6

Excellent

I'm glad something told you to go on posting. This is a fantastic and insightful poem. We all get communication fatigue from time to time. Just keep on sending poems like that one.
ellie

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reply by the author on 31-Dec-2015

How very nice of your to say. I have a time problem with my work which makes it difficult to answer reviews and return them. So, I'm trying to post much less so I can be a better citizen in our little family. :))
Thank you so much. mikey

Comment from nordicgirl

Exceptional

You never cease to amaze me. This may be your best. I thought you were not going to post anymore. Well, if this isnt posting then carry on. This is poetry. Lovely.

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reply by the author on 31-Dec-2015

I guess I wanted to go out with something other than a zombie story. Hahaha. You are much too kind. I appreciate the great compliment and all the stars. I can't thank you enough. mikey