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My Book of Poems 2010-2017

Viewing comments for Chapter 16 "Solitary"
a collection of my poetry

62 total reviews 
Comment from Janet Foor
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You did a wonderful job of describing what must be a lonely life but ending in a hopeful line, "serenity awaits".
Also, this Pleiades form Poem is spot on. The artwork is perfect to set the tone.

Well done.

Blessings
Janet

 Comment Written 05-Apr-2017


reply by the author on 05-Apr-2017
    Hi Janet; thank you so much for stopping by to read and review. I truly appreciate your positive feedback,
    ~patty~
Comment from dmt1967
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The empty room and the words of the poem paint a picture of loneliness. I suffer from a mental illness and feel shut in an empty room with no doors and windows most of the time. Thank you for sharing.

 Comment Written 05-Apr-2017


reply by the author on 05-Apr-2017
    Hi; thank you for stopping by to read and review. I, too, suffer from mental illness that keeps me from exploring the world outside my door. Within the last five minutes, I walked outside to put some mail in the outgoing box. For those brief moments, I felt exposed to the world. Please know that you are in my prayers as we navigate together,
    ~patty~
Comment from Mrs Happy Poet
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Yes my friend you have accomplished this form well you used descriptive strong words describing the feeling of being isolated shut in well done regards Jill

 Comment Written 05-Apr-2017


reply by the author on 05-Apr-2017
    Hi Jill; thank you for stopping by to read and review. I appreciate your thoughtful words of encouragement,
    ~patty~
Comment from Dean Kuch
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I think you've captured the feelings of loneliness and solitude quite well in your Pleiades poem, Patty (so sorry about the wanton alliteration there).
To read it, your poem flows very smoothly and reads very well aloud.
So much so in fact that you cannot tell you struggled at all in writing this.
Well done...
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 Comment Written 05-Apr-2017


reply by the author on 05-Apr-2017
    Hi Dean; thank you for your wonderful review. I always feel honored when you give my writing a compliment,
    ~patty~
reply by Dean Kuch on 05-Apr-2017
    As I do when you decide to do the same for me, Patty.
    You're welcome.
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Comment from rtobaygo
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Good morning, Patty

Great images. My guess is that an individual wonders if their loneliness will end by what awaits them on the other side of the door. Enjoyed.

Take care and stay safe,

Ray

 Comment Written 05-Apr-2017


reply by the author on 05-Apr-2017
    Hi Ray; thank you so much for stopping by to read and review. Poetry doesn't come as easy as a short story or novella, so I appreciate your stars and kind words,
    ~patty~
Comment from RGstar
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Beautifully done, beautifully said where the image plays much of a part. The block outside beds well for the prism the antagonist is in. The grey gives that feel of being closed in, whilst the bright colours inside echo calm in an effort to create well being , yet, resigned to solitude .

A lovely write.
Best wishes.
RGstar

 Comment Written 05-Apr-2017


reply by the author on 05-Apr-2017
    thank you so much for stopping by to read and review. Poetry doesn't come as easy as a short story or novella, so I appreciate your stars and kind words,
    ~patty~
Comment from Sis Cat
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A profound poem about being trapped inside by fear and habit. You make effective use of S alliteration as the character goes from

"Stuck on this couch alone,

to

"Simply walk to the door.
Suppose for a moment,
Serenity awaits."

Your poem is well structured and carries a positive message about getting off the couch and going out.

Thank you for sharing. I wish you success in the contest.


 Comment Written 05-Apr-2017


reply by the author on 05-Apr-2017
    thank you so much for stopping by to read and review. Poetry doesn't come as easy as a short story or novella, so I appreciate your stars and kind words,
    ~patty~
Comment from sue133
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This is really good. The format, in itself, is tricky but you have pulled it off so well. Your poem seems to talk of being alone. Maybe a loved one has gone and one is left all alone. It's a fear many have, including me, and your poem has expressed it simply yet meaningfully. Congratulations. Susan

 Comment Written 05-Apr-2017


reply by the author on 05-Apr-2017
    thank you so much for stopping by to read and review. Poetry doesn't come as easy as a short story or novella, so I appreciate your stars and kind words,
    ~patty~
Comment from Thal1959
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This is very nicely done, Patty. Oddly enough, a lot of people dread that time in their old age when they may be alone. I, personally, am looking forward to the peace and quiet.

 Comment Written 05-Apr-2017


reply by the author on 05-Apr-2017
    thank you so much for stopping by to read and review. Poetry doesn't come as easy as a short story or novella, so I appreciate your stars and kind words,
    ~patty~
reply by Thal1959 on 05-Apr-2017
    You're welcome - it's my pleasure, Patty.
Comment from MelB
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Hi Patty, you did a great job on this form. Excellent line and syllable count. You portrayed the silence and the loneliness of a self imposed shut-in well.

 Comment Written 04-Apr-2017


reply by the author on 05-Apr-2017
    thank you so much for stopping by to read and review. Poetry doesn't come as easy as a short story or novella, so I appreciate your stars and kind words,
    ~patty~