The Writings On The Walls
Facebook Observations12 total reviews
Comment from Pearl Edwards
After reading this very well alliterated poem I would say your muse is definitely back again. I rarely go onto Facebook but the comparison to the witch trials is very apt I'd say. Good to see your name come up again Wendy, even though I'm late getting to it.
cheers,
valda
reply by the author on 15-Oct-2018
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After reading this very well alliterated poem I would say your muse is definitely back again. I rarely go onto Facebook but the comparison to the witch trials is very apt I'd say. Good to see your name come up again Wendy, even though I'm late getting to it.
cheers,
valda
Comment Written 14-Oct-2018
reply by the author on 15-Oct-2018
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Hello Pearl, nice to see you are still here. I appreciate the sixth and hope to jump in on a regular basis after the leaf changing season ends and the stream of guests slows down. Looking forward to lots of catching up. - Wendy
Comment from BeasPeas
Hi Wendy. Welcome back. I missed reading your work. You have picked a "hot" time to come back to comment on the hateful mob who is destroying civility. I haven't gone onto FB in ages. It is a one-way street with that antisocial media. The vileness posted will surely end badly. Marilyn
reply by the author on 13-Oct-2018
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Hi Wendy. Welcome back. I missed reading your work. You have picked a "hot" time to come back to comment on the hateful mob who is destroying civility. I haven't gone onto FB in ages. It is a one-way street with that antisocial media. The vileness posted will surely end badly. Marilyn
Comment Written 10-Oct-2018
reply by the author on 13-Oct-2018
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Hello Marilyn, I have missed you all too. Too busy, too tired to write and read and I needed a bit of a break . . .which turned into a year. I hope to get back in the habit. October is the busiest for me, but I will dive into the read and review as soon as the leaves have all fallen off the trees. Thanks for the review. - Wendy
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Good to have you back. :) Marilyn
Comment from kiwisteveh
Hi, Wendy - good to see you back aboard. Let's hope you don't get seasick!
Interesting form - a kind of blank verse sonnet, although with 12 syllables per line rather than 10 and just the occasional hint of a rhyme...
The emotive words and images explode with some of the anger you obviously feel. Facebook can certainly make you feel that way - it is the perfect outlet for hate-mongers and -ists of all kind. However, if you can wade through all the muck with your eyes shut and avoid being drawn in, there is a lot of good stuff there too.
Metaphors may get a little mixed in stanza 2, but apart from this I love the passion and power of your message.
Steve
reply by the author on 13-Oct-2018
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Hi, Wendy - good to see you back aboard. Let's hope you don't get seasick!
Interesting form - a kind of blank verse sonnet, although with 12 syllables per line rather than 10 and just the occasional hint of a rhyme...
The emotive words and images explode with some of the anger you obviously feel. Facebook can certainly make you feel that way - it is the perfect outlet for hate-mongers and -ists of all kind. However, if you can wade through all the muck with your eyes shut and avoid being drawn in, there is a lot of good stuff there too.
Metaphors may get a little mixed in stanza 2, but apart from this I love the passion and power of your message.
Steve
Comment Written 10-Oct-2018
reply by the author on 13-Oct-2018
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Hello Steve. Glad to see you are still here. As to the format, the words and phrases just kind of tumbled out in the 12 syllable form and when I realized it needed breaking up, I ended up with two extra lines. Not trying to be a sonnet, not trying not to be one. As to the rhyme, well, I just can't help myself. Love the sixth but mostly I'm glad you liked the result as your opinion is one I truly respect. Got a book out yet? - Wendy
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Hi, Wendy. Yes, I did really like this.
And yes, I did get my book finished earlier this year. It's just a tiny volume of about 30 poems - some of my more serious ones. It;s called "Life Love and Other Disasters" and it's on Amazon if you want to take a peek. Not selling at all any more after the initial flush. I don't have the time or energy to do promotion etc and no confidence to advertise on FanStory like some others have taken to doing.
I am planning another one called "Forty-Four Fabulous Funnies" but again I need time to collate it and organise it, even though the poems are already written. One day!
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Hooray for you. I have finally completed my writings on my book, "Just Like Me From "A" To "Z". That I did the rough drafts as part of the NAPO stuff 2 April's ago. Illustrator working on the 26 illustrations. Hope to have something early next year. I am with you about the promotion stuff. I am so bad about the follow up once the writing is done. True artist's temperament, right? I will not only head over to Amazon to take a peek, but will be added to your October sales list. Love what you do too much not to start a collection.
Comment from l.raven
HI Wendy, my daughter was on Facebook for a short time...but she said there was so much trash and anger on there...she got off...I have never been on there...and have no wish to...so glad to see you again...your poem is very well written...and so very true...love Linda xxoo
reply by the author on 10-Oct-2018
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HI Wendy, my daughter was on Facebook for a short time...but she said there was so much trash and anger on there...she got off...I have never been on there...and have no wish to...so glad to see you again...your poem is very well written...and so very true...love Linda xxoo
Comment Written 09-Oct-2018
reply by the author on 10-Oct-2018
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Hi Linda, I am glad you found it both relevant and true. Thanks for the review. - Wendy
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you are so welcome Wendy...always...xxoo love
Comment from Irish Rain
It didn't use to be this way. Too many think that all manner of ignorance is acceptable to justify their viewpoint. What are these behaviors teaching children I wonder? Great poem, such a shame it had to be written, but you did it wonderfully.
Blessings...
reply by the author on 10-Oct-2018
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It didn't use to be this way. Too many think that all manner of ignorance is acceptable to justify their viewpoint. What are these behaviors teaching children I wonder? Great poem, such a shame it had to be written, but you did it wonderfully.
Blessings...
Comment Written 09-Oct-2018
reply by the author on 10-Oct-2018
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I used to love scrolling down Facebook and seeing what my friends were doing and watching Cat Videos. Now it is all Cat Fights. I appreciate the stars. - Wendy
Comment from Cindy McIntyre
Oh...I love your topic and can so relate to the distaste of the political bashing happening on social media right now. I have to limit myself to only so much. Your poems clever words were very well-written!
reply by the author on 10-Oct-2018
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Oh...I love your topic and can so relate to the distaste of the political bashing happening on social media right now. I have to limit myself to only so much. Your poems clever words were very well-written!
Comment Written 09-Oct-2018
reply by the author on 10-Oct-2018
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Thank you Cindy. I appreciate your taking the time to read and review my rant. I do hope things get better. - Wendy
Comment from Dolly'sPoems
I think social media is a place where people vent and get rid of their anger on others, I don't even go there! To be among the poets is a much more tranquil ride, your pome is shocking reality, love Dolly x
reply by the author on 10-Oct-2018
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I think social media is a place where people vent and get rid of their anger on others, I don't even go there! To be among the poets is a much more tranquil ride, your pome is shocking reality, love Dolly x
Comment Written 09-Oct-2018
reply by the author on 10-Oct-2018
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I go to facebook to see what my kids and grandkids are doing, but I am amazed at the slugfest it has turned into. Thanks for the review. - Wendy
Comment from Tina Crute
I never heard your former poetic voice, but I will bargain that you found your poetic voice again! This is so spot-on it's unbelievable. You expressed the drama of the situation, the severity of it, without sounding hateful or hopeless. Nice writing for sure! I love your use of vocabulary.
reply by the author on 10-Oct-2018
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I never heard your former poetic voice, but I will bargain that you found your poetic voice again! This is so spot-on it's unbelievable. You expressed the drama of the situation, the severity of it, without sounding hateful or hopeless. Nice writing for sure! I love your use of vocabulary.
Comment Written 09-Oct-2018
reply by the author on 10-Oct-2018
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Hello Tina, I have been away awhile and it is nice to see a new name. I have written a lot on FS, but it usually has a gentler tone - and if you choose to take a peek at my portfolio, you will find I am an unrepentant rhyme and rhythm lover. But some times I just have to let go and dip my toe into the unrhymed pool. You might note that the rhythm remained consistent since old habits are hard to break :] - Wendy
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I just now went back
and read the poem again
and you are right there
is a sing song Rhythm to it,
and I like it! I honestly
have not posted that much
poetry but I do tend to be
rhythmic, and mostly
rhyming although like you
I sometimes play around
with not rhyming.
Congrats on a great comeback poem!
Comment from Mitchell Brontė
Hi Wendy, couldn't agree more with the sentiments of your words, an excellent piece of writing that flows effortlessly. A gutsy write that has me doffing my cap.
Excellent
Mitchell
reply by the author on 10-Oct-2018
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Hi Wendy, couldn't agree more with the sentiments of your words, an excellent piece of writing that flows effortlessly. A gutsy write that has me doffing my cap.
Excellent
Mitchell
Comment Written 09-Oct-2018
reply by the author on 10-Oct-2018
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Thanks Mitchell. It wasn't a fun topic, but I am glad to be back on FS - Wendy
Comment from Sandra du Plessis
A very well-written poem about the influence of social media on people that use it as a platform to spew hatred and divides people in many ways, Sometimes we get attacked by someone we don't even know.
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reply by the author on 10-Oct-2018
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A very well-written poem about the influence of social media on people that use it as a platform to spew hatred and divides people in many ways, Sometimes we get attacked by someone we don't even know.
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Comment Written 09-Oct-2018
reply by the author on 10-Oct-2018
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Hi Sandra, Thanks for the review. - Wendy
