Comment from --Turtle.

Excellent

Hi, Craig...

I read this poem, wanted to let you know, though I'm coming to a full brain shut down on what to say.

I thought it was cute... using examples of phases that are antimetaboles to give the sense of what an antimetabole is. It's one of those concepts that sound way more complicated than it actually is... making it appropriate that the poem acts like the voice of the poem is raving nonsense, when really, it's dancing around antimetaboles.

 Comment Written 22-Jan-2018

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reply by the author on 22-Jan-2018

Hi Turtle,

I'm concerned here. This is what I'm churning out after 20 days... imagine the gibberish after 365! Oh well, maybe I'll settle for a month ;-)

Thanks for reviewing this bit of silliness, and be warned - it only gets worse :)

Cheers,
Craig

Comment from Gloria ....

Excellent

I think this is great good fun, Craig. Of course your metre is pristine and the contest utterly authentic and original. And antimetabole is one of those words that just flows off the tongue in perfect iambic metre.

Can't wait for today's offering. This is a great book!

Gloria

 Comment Written 21-Jan-2018

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reply by the author on 21-Jan-2018

Thanks, Gloria. Today is almost over, and I haven't even looked up the word yet.I found it difficult enough when it was a poem a day for a month... what was I thinking? Cheers, Craig :)

Comment from Barb Hensongispsaca

Excellent

The whole is not the part, nor part the whole.

This is a unique piece and it was a confusing...but in a nice way...piece that I had to chuckle. Great rhyme and flow

 Comment Written 20-Jan-2018

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reply by the author on 20-Jan-2018

Thanks for the kind comments.Unique works for me :) Cheers, Craig

Comment from Sharon Haiste

Excellent

Very nicely done.
I like your antimetabole poem and your use of the word to create it.
Well written, it flows nicely and is fun.
Thank you for sharing this with us.
Sharon

 Comment Written 20-Jan-2018

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reply by the author on 20-Jan-2018

Thank you for the kind words, Sharon. Much appreciated - Craig

Comment from Teri7

Excellent

Craig, I must say you wrote a good poem, but I still can't pronounce that word! lol You used very good wording and was enjoyable to read! Blessings, Teri

 Comment Written 20-Jan-2018

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reply by the author on 20-Jan-2018

Thanks very much for the kind comments, Teri. Much appreciated - Craig

Comment from bichonfrisegirl

Excellent

I'm sorry I'm out of sixers, such a clever write is this, Craig! I love it!

This poem is written with such finesse. You demonstrate the meaning of the word "antimetabole" in such a fun way to your reader. Love the humor in this poem. "And yet there's little wrong inside my bean; I mean that which I say, my friend, I mean." ... hahaha!

So very well written and presented. You gave me a good chuckle with my morning coffee. :)

Suggestion ... Perhaps in your author notes show the reader how to pronounce the word of the day? I'm wondering if it's pronounced (an-tee-met-a-bowl) or (an-tie-met-a- bowl). I suppose I could look it up myself, but I'm too lazy this morning. ~~ Connie

 Comment Written 20-Jan-2018

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reply by the author on 20-Jan-2018

I'm guessing with this word, the answer to the question is settled by whether you say an-tee-clock-wise or an-tie-clock-wise. There may never be a consensus lol. I could do what you suggest for some words, Connie, but not all - as the book doesn't contain pronunciation guidelines for every one. Thanks for the lovely review, and I'm glad it gave you a laugh :) Craig

reply by bichonfrisegirl on 20-Jan-2018

An-tee-met-a-bowl it is then, as I would say an-tee-clock-wise. Thanks! :)

Comment from James H. Oldfield

Excellent

Very clever, I really liked that.

I love the self-awareness of the poem, the playful nature of the closing, in particular.

A really enjoyable read.

Great job, take care.

-James

 Comment Written 20-Jan-2018

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reply by the author on 20-Jan-2018

Thanks very much for the kind review. Just a bit of silliness - I really didn't know how else to approach the subject word. Cheers, Craig

Comment from Wetbelly01

Excellent

HaHaHa!!... I Like It!!... This poem is chock full of 'Antimetaboles'!...
I'm impressed how you cleverly incorporated them into this poem!...
The only 'glitch' I've seen is in line 3... I believe there's too many 'mys'...
Otherwise, this is a great poem... My compliments!!

 Comment Written 20-Jan-2018

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reply by the author on 20-Jan-2018

Thank you for the lovely review. Thanks also for catching the typo - the result of a failed edit. It's fixed now. Much appreciated :) Craig

Comment from Sandra du Plessis

Excellent

A very well-written poem with antimetabolic antics which seems you got it all right. There is one line that seems to have something missing.
Possible typo
I'm not the type to leave my (my) panic showing,

 Comment Written 20-Jan-2018

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reply by the author on 20-Jan-2018

Thanks so much for catching that typo, Sandra - it was the result of a failed edit - fixed now. I appreciate the kind and helpful remarks - Craig

Comment from MaryAnnie

Excellent

As much as I want to write a review, review in antimetabole, I am at at my wit's end, the end of my rope to figure out how to do it well. As well.

CD, I was not familiar with this linguistic treat, so thank you for the introduction. And the wisdom teeth explanation. The personal writing challenge you've given yourself - I applaud. And I might be a wee jealous.

All the best!
MaryAnnie

 Comment Written 20-Jan-2018

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reply by the author on 20-Jan-2018

Thank you for the fun review, MaryAnnie. I see you've worked it out - worked it out you have (now I just sound like Yoda). Have a great day! Craig

reply by MaryAnnie on 20-Jan-2018

I?m not sure how or why I thanked you for the wisdom teeth explanation.

That?s just weird.

My apologies. LOLOL