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Viewing comments for Chapter 6 "Reprieve"My 2019 NaPoWriMo poetic exploration.
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Comment from James W. Reynolds
I like the imagery in this poem, particularly the jitterbug faeries. Maybe it is the reference to the faeries and the walk in the quiet woods, but the poem strikes me as being a tribute to Yeats. Nice job.
reply by the author on 11-Apr-2019
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I like the imagery in this poem, particularly the jitterbug faeries. Maybe it is the reference to the faeries and the walk in the quiet woods, but the poem strikes me as being a tribute to Yeats. Nice job.
Comment Written 10-Apr-2019
reply by the author on 11-Apr-2019
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Hi James,
What a marvel to be compared to WB Yeats. Thank you for the wonderful comments. I appreciate you taking the time to read and review.
Kim
Comment from Sandra du Plessis
A very well-written ABC poem. It is always a wonderful experience when we can take time off to go for a walk in nature and enjoy all the beauty and the fresh air.
reply by the author on 11-Apr-2019
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A very well-written ABC poem. It is always a wonderful experience when we can take time off to go for a walk in nature and enjoy all the beauty and the fresh air.
Comment Written 10-Apr-2019
reply by the author on 11-Apr-2019
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Hi Sandra,
I think Spring is really here (early for us!) but I don't want to jinx it, just in case it snows again lol I joined a weekly walking group that met for the first time today. I did this last year, it is called Couch to 10K, and on the solstice weekend in June we will participate in a 10K called the Midnight Sun Run (although, I just plan to walk.) I set that as a goal last year and consider it an awesome achievement for me. I'd only done 2 5K's previous to that one. I'm not into the running, but walking at brisk pace works just fine for me. It sure felt good to get out in the sunshine today, though it was a bit breezy. Can't wait to get some nature walks in soon!
Thanks,
Kim
Comment from Gloria ....
A most cool, ABC poem. Walks through the woods are always refreshing unless it's too hot, but in this case there are many nice things to see.
It's a very nice poem and I wish you much luck with the Contest Committee. :)
Gloria
reply by the author on 10-Apr-2019
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A most cool, ABC poem. Walks through the woods are always refreshing unless it's too hot, but in this case there are many nice things to see.
It's a very nice poem and I wish you much luck with the Contest Committee. :)
Gloria
Comment Written 10-Apr-2019
reply by the author on 10-Apr-2019
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Hi Gloria!
Thank you for stopping by today! It has been awhile, so great to hear from you. :)
Kim
Comment from lyenochka
So very true - that an hour walking in the woods does so much more healing than pills and other remedies. I like that you even added a touch of magic with fairies, too!
reply by the author on 10-Apr-2019
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So very true - that an hour walking in the woods does so much more healing than pills and other remedies. I like that you even added a touch of magic with fairies, too!
Comment Written 09-Apr-2019
reply by the author on 10-Apr-2019
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Hi Helen!
Tomorrow I'm starting up my weekly walking for Midnight Sun Run (I'll walk it, I'm sure lol) 10K in June. It is really something to look forward as the snow melts away. I've found that walking is just a peaceful thing, even at a brisk pace. Thanks for the kind comments.
Kim
Comment from Sasha
This is another excellent addition to your book. It is also a great ABC, something you seem to have a talent for. Great work with this one and I wish you all the best in this contest.
reply by the author on 10-Apr-2019
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This is another excellent addition to your book. It is also a great ABC, something you seem to have a talent for. Great work with this one and I wish you all the best in this contest.
Comment Written 09-Apr-2019
reply by the author on 10-Apr-2019
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Hi Sasha,
I appreciate all of your support, especially on the NaPoWriMo project each year. Your encouragement is priceless! Thank you!
Kim
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It is a challenging project but I enjoy reading the entries.
Comment from Barb Hensongispsaca
You did an excellent piece for the contest using ABC form with a great fantasy idea but also did a rhyming piece with excellent flow and rhyming words
reply by the author on 10-Apr-2019
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You did an excellent piece for the contest using ABC form with a great fantasy idea but also did a rhyming piece with excellent flow and rhyming words
Comment Written 09-Apr-2019
reply by the author on 10-Apr-2019
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Hi Barb,
You know I love my rhymes lol Thanks for the lovely comments.
Kim
Comment from Pantygynt
This rhythm, a mixture of dactylic and anapaestic works well in this short ABC poem. Would it be worth going that extra mile and try to get a set line length?
Jitterbug faeries [all] dance with the leaves...
that hour's a gift (I'd) [I would] love to receive.
So, whether the lines are headless anapaests or catalectic dactyls all become tetrameters.
reply by the author on 10-Apr-2019
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This rhythm, a mixture of dactylic and anapaestic works well in this short ABC poem. Would it be worth going that extra mile and try to get a set line length?
Jitterbug faeries [all] dance with the leaves...
that hour's a gift (I'd) [I would] love to receive.
So, whether the lines are headless anapaests or catalectic dactyls all become tetrameters.
Comment Written 09-Apr-2019
reply by the author on 10-Apr-2019
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Jim,
As always, your suggestions are brilliant and spot on! Thank you so much for sharing an interest in my poetry. I made the edits :)
Kim
Comment from Pam (respa)
-Great photo, Kim.
-A good poem with
vivid imagery and good rhyme.
-I can picture the birch trees
and think about taking
a walk through them.
-There is a peaceful and
joyful mood as the "faeries dance."
-A good concluding line, too.
-Good luck in the contest.
reply by the author on 10-Apr-2019
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-Great photo, Kim.
-A good poem with
vivid imagery and good rhyme.
-I can picture the birch trees
and think about taking
a walk through them.
-There is a peaceful and
joyful mood as the "faeries dance."
-A good concluding line, too.
-Good luck in the contest.
Comment Written 09-Apr-2019
reply by the author on 10-Apr-2019
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Hi Pam!
The picture was a prompt put forth by a friend of mine from our local poetry group. I'm so happy that you enjoyed it. I truly to do love walking in the wooded area of Creamer's Field here in Fairbanks.
Kim
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Thanks for sharing about your picture, Kim. It is nice to walk in the woods and appreciate nature.
Comment from heavenempress
hi, fairly piece of work. I enjoy an outing where I am in contact with nature. it makes me feel whole. I could imagine walking in the walk as presented in your poetry and image too. nice work and good poem presentation. excellent selection of words. all the best.
reply by the author on 10-Apr-2019
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hi, fairly piece of work. I enjoy an outing where I am in contact with nature. it makes me feel whole. I could imagine walking in the walk as presented in your poetry and image too. nice work and good poem presentation. excellent selection of words. all the best.
Comment Written 09-Apr-2019
reply by the author on 10-Apr-2019
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Hi Pam -
In my local poetry group we were given the picture as a prompt and asked to come up with something. This is mine. I'm so happy you've enjoyed it, too! Thank you.
Kim
Comment from tfawcus
I like your jitterbug fairies! I think I could believe in them. LOL
Your rhyming of this takes the emphasis off the ABC format, which is a considerable advantage in my view.
reply by the author on 10-Apr-2019
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I like your jitterbug fairies! I think I could believe in them. LOL
Your rhyming of this takes the emphasis off the ABC format, which is a considerable advantage in my view.
Comment Written 09-Apr-2019
reply by the author on 10-Apr-2019
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Hi Tony -
You know how I love to dabble in many different forms. Rhyme always seems to make them a bit more my own. Thank you for the wonderful comments!
Kim
