Comment from Phoenix Rysing

Exceptional

This is beautifully written, and I hope it does resonate with each reader. Everything seamlessly works with each other here, the photo, coloring, words...its all beautiful. Well done and thank you for sharing. I look forward to reading more of your work.

 Comment Written 26-Mar-2016

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reply by the author on 27-Mar-2016

Hello, Lizbo. Thank you so much for the generosity of both your review and encouraging insights. The kindness behind the words comes through clearly for me.

:) Bev

Comment from babyross

Excellent

Love the formatting in this write, helping the reader to focus on each stanza and follow through with clean visual lines. of course the art didn't gel well with "me" for this write, however it did not hinder it either. Well written.

 Comment Written 26-Mar-2016

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reply by the author on 26-Mar-2016

Thanks, babyross. Your kind review is very much appreciated!

:) Bev

Comment from w.j.debi

Exceptional

Excellent depth to your profound questioning. Very thought provoking ending and author notes. Superb formatting and presentation. Each word is well placed, and the line breaks give emphasis and pause in effective places. I admire free verse that is so well done.

That last line really resonates, especially

The power of a singular glorious cell.

Great work, Bev.

Debi

 Comment Written 26-Mar-2016

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reply by the author on 26-Mar-2016

Hi, Debi

Thank you so very much for your most kind and generous review. As you know, I'm a real fan of your poetic abilities, so your insights and comments mean a lot to me. I wondered about the last three lines as another reviewer said he didn't think it necessary. So, getting your opinion is especially helpful. Everyone brings something fresh to the table LoL.

Happy Easter!

Hugs, Bev

reply by w.j.debi on 26-Mar-2016

Hi Bev,

You're right, everyone sees something different when they read a poem. The main thing is to be true to yourself. Personally, I like this piece just the way it is.

Thank you for the nice comments about my poetry. You have every right to be proud of your own.

I am looking forward to a few more chapters in you novels, too.

Have a wonderful Easter!

Debi

Comment from Dean Kuch

Excellent

As if
the poet's prophetic pen
isn't mightier than the assassins sword...

Do warriors achieve more with a pure heart than they do when armed with soulless steel? I'd like to think so, Bev

This is a powerfully profound poetic proclamation portraying the plight of one single, as yet identified cell, whose fate lies in the hands of a fathomless merciless few. And that fathomless few are we, the human race.

How eager man is to decimate, destroy and defile almost everything pure and perfect that he can lay his hands on.

Nicely done, Bev...

~Dean

 Comment Written 26-Mar-2016

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reply by the author on 26-Mar-2016

Hello, Dean

As always, you've offered me a poignant review and your usual great insights. It's always fun to trade ideas with other thoughtful folks.

Thanks for your loyal support and encouragement, my friend.

Happy Easter,

Bev

reply by Dean Kuch on 26-Mar-2016

Anytime, Bev.
I hope you and your family have a happy Easter as well.
~Dean

reply by Anonymous Member on 28-Mar-2016

Anytime, Bev.
I hope you and your family have a happy Easter as well.
~Dean

Comment from Edgar Terrance

Excellent

WHOAAAA! I truly loved this poem and am inspired by it! You have already impacted me and I'm starting to think more. This definitely resonates with me and I was hooked from the first few lines. I like how you used the word "As" to start off each line or stanza. Very excellent work.

 Comment Written 26-Mar-2016

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reply by the author on 26-Mar-2016

Hi, Edgar

I so appreciate your enthusiastic and very generous review. It's always great to connect with a reader on a more-than-superficial level.

Thanks for taking time to read my post this evening. You've definitely made me smile.

:) Bev

Comment from Realist101

Excellent

How interesting Bev! This resonates with me, as I've heard Native American's speak of this...in different words of course. I don't know the truth of life, all I can do is exist. And hope for the best. Nice work Bev...! x

 Comment Written 26-Mar-2016

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reply by the author on 26-Mar-2016

Hi, Susan. I'm so glad this post resonated with you. I think the Native American culture is probably one of the biggest influences on my life, as well. So, I'm honored by the comparison.

Great to hear from you, my friend. And thanks for the generosity and support.

reply by Realist101 on 26-Mar-2016

Did you hear Bernie Sanders speak of how he would be more aware of Native American relations? I like him, but don't think his plan for free stuff will help. We pay for enuff. :/

reply by the author on 26-Mar-2016

I hadn't read that, Suze. You have to give him points for sensitivity to the people we stole this country from. xx

reply by Anonymous Member on 29-Mar-2016

Did you hear Bernie Sanders speak of how he would be more aware of Native American relations? I like him, but don't think his plan for free stuff will help. We pay for enuff. :/

reply by the author on 29-Mar-2016

I don't think the Native American peoples WANT anything free. I think they just want what was originally theirs in the first place.

Comment from Janet Foor

Exceptional

A thought provoking piece of poetry in your free style musings. I liked the "As If" phrase beginning each stanza. Grounding and pulling the reader back each time.
We are all moving and changing and hopefully growing.

Well done.
Blessings and Happy Easter.
Janet

 Comment Written 26-Mar-2016

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reply by the author on 26-Mar-2016

Thank you very much for your most generous review, Janet. I like your comment on how 'we are all moving and changing'. I think the emphasis of late on negative attitudes and cruel actions causes us to lose sight of the bigger picture. More cancers than ever are being cured and that's just a small part of all the gifts of knowledge and technology.

I really appreciate your support and encouragement.

Happy Easter to you as well... Bev

Comment from rjuselius

Excellent

this is a profound piece of poetry dear writingfundimension! talking about the well going presidential campaigns, it does leave me a bit weary that a multi-millionare can actually step into these boots. it's like a damn cult following.
anyhoo, thank you for sharing!
blessings!
rebekka x

 Comment Written 26-Mar-2016

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reply by the author on 26-Mar-2016

Thank you very much for your review, J. I appreciate you taking the time to read my post.

:) Bev

Comment from Wabigoon

Excellent

Writing--
I don't think I need the info on the cell to find this a really exciting exercise. Not really a poem but linked aphorisms. All of which cause thought like a good Zen slap should do. Don't feel the need for the last three lines.

Probably have given it a six but have none.

Thanks
Jeff

 Comment Written 26-Mar-2016

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reply by the author on 26-Mar-2016

Thank you very much, Jeff, for your generous review and your usual honest insights. I am quite a fan of Zen buddhism so you made me smile with that reference.

:) Bev

Comment from nancyrabbrose

Excellent

If I had 6 stars available, I would give them to you for this masterful poem. I agree with every word. Thank you, thank you, thank you.
So many thoughtful and profound phrases...wow!
Well done.

 Comment Written 26-Mar-2016

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reply by the author on 26-Mar-2016

Hi, Nancy. Thank you very much for this most kind and generous review. Your encouragement is just as good as an extra star for me. I appreciate the thought!

:) Bev