Into the Poetic Fray
Learn. Remember. Write. Repeat...24 total reviews
Comment from evesayshi
In my opinion, a thoroughly charming write, striking in verse and presentation and plaintive in its distress, but then, we have all been there, haven't we, and I can easily say, you have often won the praise of your admiring readers, including me. But, this poem fits the bill and complies fully with the prompt. I wish you continued success...
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In my opinion, a thoroughly charming write, striking in verse and presentation and plaintive in its distress, but then, we have all been there, haven't we, and I can easily say, you have often won the praise of your admiring readers, including me. But, this poem fits the bill and complies fully with the prompt. I wish you continued success...
Comment Written 24-May-2018
Comment from LateBloomer
Hello Mrs. KT, your poem is heartfelt, and many FS members have been in your shoes. I believe your poem(s) are/were beautiful and contest worthy. I also believe, in my humble unproven opinion, that when it comes to the voting booth, many vote for the poem(s) of their favorite fan, or they vote for the poem that they think will not win. Objective to eliminate strong competition. All of this is just a theory. Your poem is beautifully penned, albeit sad. I believe you to be a determined and strong woman, and I think that you will have a win real soon. Perhaps, this poem will be a contest winner. Your subject matter is certainly one of keen interest. I enjoyed reading your poem. It made me want to give you a hug.
Of special note:
In the aftermath of unanimous rejection,
I found myself open to inner contemplation.
I could have disappeared without a trace,
Freefalling flat on my not so anonymous face.
And yet, I knew there was only one thing to do:
Compose another poem for the world to view.
Take up my pen and pray that my recalcitrant muse
Would again color my words with appreciated hues.
(You are determined, and I know that you will do it.)
As this is a contest entry, I wish you good luck. LateBloomer
reply by the author on 23-May-2018
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Hello Mrs. KT, your poem is heartfelt, and many FS members have been in your shoes. I believe your poem(s) are/were beautiful and contest worthy. I also believe, in my humble unproven opinion, that when it comes to the voting booth, many vote for the poem(s) of their favorite fan, or they vote for the poem that they think will not win. Objective to eliminate strong competition. All of this is just a theory. Your poem is beautifully penned, albeit sad. I believe you to be a determined and strong woman, and I think that you will have a win real soon. Perhaps, this poem will be a contest winner. Your subject matter is certainly one of keen interest. I enjoyed reading your poem. It made me want to give you a hug.
Of special note:
In the aftermath of unanimous rejection,
I found myself open to inner contemplation.
I could have disappeared without a trace,
Freefalling flat on my not so anonymous face.
And yet, I knew there was only one thing to do:
Compose another poem for the world to view.
Take up my pen and pray that my recalcitrant muse
Would again color my words with appreciated hues.
(You are determined, and I know that you will do it.)
As this is a contest entry, I wish you good luck. LateBloomer
Comment Written 23-May-2018
reply by the author on 23-May-2018
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Hello Friend,
Oh my goodness! Thank you for your heartfelt and kind review.
I have surely won my fair share of site and member contests.
The prompt called to write about the aftermath of an event or situation that touched the writer deeply. This poem has to do with my entering a contest that required specific poetic formats. I was dismayed when a number of the winning entries did not submit accurate poetic forms, but the voters aligned themselves with the poets' message vs technicalities. It was a hard lesson to learn. It was a humbling lesson to learn. I thought technical merit was just as important as the message. In this case, it wasn't. So...pick up my pen and write again!
Thank you for your review!
diane
Comment from Joy Graham
HI Diane,
I can relate to the theme of this poem. Before we were allowed to vote for ourselves, I'd be the one at the dusty end of the pile with no votes. Now I at least get one vote since I can vote for myself. I don't seem to have what voters are looking for. They'll vote for the one about adorable kittens or about the person that struggled with cancer. I only enter the site contests since they are free. They are more like a writing prompt to me than anything. I rarely get the nod in those contests, but since it's free there's not much to lose.
You are a seasoned poet, and one loss is peanuts compared to the amount you have won. Keep writing to us. We love what you have to share.
Joy xx
reply by the author on 23-May-2018
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HI Diane,
I can relate to the theme of this poem. Before we were allowed to vote for ourselves, I'd be the one at the dusty end of the pile with no votes. Now I at least get one vote since I can vote for myself. I don't seem to have what voters are looking for. They'll vote for the one about adorable kittens or about the person that struggled with cancer. I only enter the site contests since they are free. They are more like a writing prompt to me than anything. I rarely get the nod in those contests, but since it's free there's not much to lose.
You are a seasoned poet, and one loss is peanuts compared to the amount you have won. Keep writing to us. We love what you have to share.
Joy xx
Comment Written 23-May-2018
reply by the author on 23-May-2018
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Oh, Joy!
You always make me smile!
Thank you!
diane
Comment from Artasylum
Mrs KT... your words are pitch perfect and need to be savored. As you say your words are being offered up for the dreaded scrutiny (my feeling when I push to post.) Thanks. Yours, diana
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Mrs KT... your words are pitch perfect and need to be savored. As you say your words are being offered up for the dreaded scrutiny (my feeling when I push to post.) Thanks. Yours, diana
Comment Written 23-May-2018
Comment from jenintorre
My thoughts entirely. I have actually started a poem with a very similar theme but I will abandon it now as you have said it all. Often the reverse happens as well, you write something that you don't really expect a good response from and you get rave reviews. Oh well hey ho. Best to take it all with a pinch of salt. Love Jen.
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My thoughts entirely. I have actually started a poem with a very similar theme but I will abandon it now as you have said it all. Often the reverse happens as well, you write something that you don't really expect a good response from and you get rave reviews. Oh well hey ho. Best to take it all with a pinch of salt. Love Jen.
Comment Written 23-May-2018
Comment from June Sargent
When you think of it, submitting a poem in a contest is like going off to unknown shores in a war. You may survive the war, but there will be wounds! Bruised egos can heal very slowly. Lol. I have to remind myself all the time- I'm here to write, not simply to win. Well done.
reply by the author on 23-May-2018
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When you think of it, submitting a poem in a contest is like going off to unknown shores in a war. You may survive the war, but there will be wounds! Bruised egos can heal very slowly. Lol. I have to remind myself all the time- I'm here to write, not simply to win. Well done.
Comment Written 23-May-2018
reply by the author on 23-May-2018
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Hi June!
I love your analogy of what submitting a poem is truly like.
No. It's not all about winning, but it is about maintaining a balance between form and message when writing and reviewing. If the technical aspects are lacking, it's like serving a Thanksgiving dinner without having read any of the recipes and hoping that the feast will taste aok!
Thank you!
diane
Comment from meeshu
very well written KT. your form and verse match so well it makes for a very smooth and fluid read. a message of hope in hard times.........meeshu
reply by the author on 23-May-2018
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very well written KT. your form and verse match so well it makes for a very smooth and fluid read. a message of hope in hard times.........meeshu
Comment Written 23-May-2018
reply by the author on 23-May-2018
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Morning, meeshu!
So pleased you enjoyed!
Thank you,
diane
Comment from krys123
Cheers Mrs. KT;
-I have read all of the ones like these in the contest and with no further ado I'm voting for you. I felt that the rhythm of your enjambment because of the contingent rhyming, with each rhyming word is contingent and supported to the meaning and concept of each line.
-Your enjambment is easy to follow because it's fluidity is due to the rhyming and the rhythm of your poetry along with the meter of your format. Having your enjambment easy-to-follow makes understanding your conceptual theme, just as easy.
-A great contemplative picture that is supportive and relative to your conceptual theme.
-And the presentation that's plausibly easy to read without using a magnifying glass and trying to differentiate between the colors of the font in the background. Yours is easy to read.
-I'm off to vote so take care and have a good one and good luck in the contest and take care and have a good one especially we can find it.
Alex
reply by the author on 23-May-2018
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Cheers Mrs. KT;
-I have read all of the ones like these in the contest and with no further ado I'm voting for you. I felt that the rhythm of your enjambment because of the contingent rhyming, with each rhyming word is contingent and supported to the meaning and concept of each line.
-Your enjambment is easy to follow because it's fluidity is due to the rhyming and the rhythm of your poetry along with the meter of your format. Having your enjambment easy-to-follow makes understanding your conceptual theme, just as easy.
-A great contemplative picture that is supportive and relative to your conceptual theme.
-And the presentation that's plausibly easy to read without using a magnifying glass and trying to differentiate between the colors of the font in the background. Yours is easy to read.
-I'm off to vote so take care and have a good one and good luck in the contest and take care and have a good one especially we can find it.
Alex
Comment Written 22-May-2018
reply by the author on 23-May-2018
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Hello Alex,
So pleased you enjoyed!
Take care,
diane
Comment from Knighteagle
I really enjoyed this, both because of how elegantly written and that I have felt exactly the same a time or two. Hopefully this one does well with the voting for you, it has my vote. Best of luck with the contest.
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I really enjoyed this, both because of how elegantly written and that I have felt exactly the same a time or two. Hopefully this one does well with the voting for you, it has my vote. Best of luck with the contest.
Comment Written 22-May-2018
Comment from Gloria ....
Ha, yep I know exactly how you feel, Diane. Well not exactly but close. No votes is not the best feeling which is why it's nice to be able to vote for yourself at least now, even though it amounts to the same thing.
Your poetry is always wonderful, with a beautiful presentation, deep insight and a delight to read, so keep on keeping on. And you have won some site contests which is always a good sign.
A most entertaining poem, and I guess I must've missed the contest, but you're always a winner in my books. Best wishes to you in the contest. :)
Gloria
reply by the author on 22-May-2018
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Ha, yep I know exactly how you feel, Diane. Well not exactly but close. No votes is not the best feeling which is why it's nice to be able to vote for yourself at least now, even though it amounts to the same thing.
Your poetry is always wonderful, with a beautiful presentation, deep insight and a delight to read, so keep on keeping on. And you have won some site contests which is always a good sign.
A most entertaining poem, and I guess I must've missed the contest, but you're always a winner in my books. Best wishes to you in the contest. :)
Gloria
Comment Written 22-May-2018
reply by the author on 22-May-2018
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Hah! Gloria,
Thanks so much for stopping by.
It was really cathartic to write this small offering. (And it rhymes = not my forte!)
It's not so much about the lack of votes in a contest as it is the lack of adherence to technical aspects of required prompts that take second place to how poems make readers feel. And I get it. Marshall Mcluhan once wrote, "The medium is the message."
Message supersedes format for many readers/reviewers. But...when so many formats/contests require specific syllabic count or meter, I expect poets to adhere to following that format. I expect writers to employ spell check or correct usage. I expect readers to review the authenticity of those formats along with the message of the poem and its resonance. And I find it discouraging when the above is not adhered to, yet writers not only win contests but are incredibly offended when the errors are pointed out to them... (I know. Too many expectations.)
So...I wrote this poem.
Write on!
Thank you again!
diane
