Mirrors, Reflection or Refractio
Any reason I can't finish my title?64 total reviews
Comment from Heather Knight
You are right. There should be more space for the title. I have the same problem sometimes.
This poem is incredibly beautiful.
I like the very short lines and the smooth flow.
Very sad, but lovely.
Thanks for sharing.
reply by the author on 17-Jun-2019
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You are right. There should be more space for the title. I have the same problem sometimes.
This poem is incredibly beautiful.
I like the very short lines and the smooth flow.
Very sad, but lovely.
Thanks for sharing.
Comment Written 15-Apr-2019
reply by the author on 17-Jun-2019
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You have always been gracious with your reviews. I thank you. Doug
Comment from Pam (respa)
-I like the artwork
and your presentation, Victor.
-I like the style of your
poem and the thoughts
you express with effective imagery.
-It flows very well from
verse to verse.
-I like how you take
us from the portrait
on the floor to puzzles,
and end with the snow
covering you until you
"Paint
another portrait"
-Thanks for sharing.
reply by the author on 17-Jun-2019
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-I like the artwork
and your presentation, Victor.
-I like the style of your
poem and the thoughts
you express with effective imagery.
-It flows very well from
verse to verse.
-I like how you take
us from the portrait
on the floor to puzzles,
and end with the snow
covering you until you
"Paint
another portrait"
-Thanks for sharing.
Comment Written 15-Apr-2019
reply by the author on 17-Jun-2019
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Thank you for reading me, Pam.
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You are quite welcome.
Comment from Khurram1
The poem is good enough to puzzle the brain at first because of too concise expression but gradually, with a bit of focus, the puzzle could be resolved and one derive the absolute meaning of the poem. Thank you for sharing
reply by the author on 17-Jun-2019
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The poem is good enough to puzzle the brain at first because of too concise expression but gradually, with a bit of focus, the puzzle could be resolved and one derive the absolute meaning of the poem. Thank you for sharing
Comment Written 15-Apr-2019
reply by the author on 17-Jun-2019
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Thank you for reading.
Comment from C. Gale Burnett
This is such an interesting poem. I especially enjoyed the first four stanzas. I love the artwork you chose to represent the poem (excellent choice), and your color scheme (backdrop to your poem) blended well.
I look forward to reading more. Keep writing!
reply by the author on 17-Jun-2019
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This is such an interesting poem. I especially enjoyed the first four stanzas. I love the artwork you chose to represent the poem (excellent choice), and your color scheme (backdrop to your poem) blended well.
I look forward to reading more. Keep writing!
Comment Written 15-Apr-2019
reply by the author on 17-Jun-2019
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Thank you.
Comment from duchessofdrumborg
"Mirrors,Reflection or Refractio", is an extremely well-written and deftly descriptive piece. This talented poet's work was a pleasure to both read and review. To me, this is a true six. You KEEP WRITING and I'll KEEP READING. I look forward to seeing your next post.
reply by the author on 17-Jun-2019
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"Mirrors,Reflection or Refractio", is an extremely well-written and deftly descriptive piece. This talented poet's work was a pleasure to both read and review. To me, this is a true six. You KEEP WRITING and I'll KEEP READING. I look forward to seeing your next post.
Comment Written 15-Apr-2019
reply by the author on 17-Jun-2019
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Thank you, dear.
You're welcome kind Sir!
Comment from QC Poet
Reflection is good for healing many issues as long as we don't get caught up in a viscous circle doing it. Great captivating read. On the title question is could be limited to so many characters requiring you to drop the "or",
Blessings to you.
reply by the author on 15-Apr-2019
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Reflection is good for healing many issues as long as we don't get caught up in a viscous circle doing it. Great captivating read. On the title question is could be limited to so many characters requiring you to drop the "or",
Blessings to you.
Comment Written 14-Apr-2019
reply by the author on 15-Apr-2019
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Thank you, sir.
Comment from Sandra Elizabeth Williams
Hi Victor, I've read this about five or six times, trying to get it. Am I to understand that you tore down the paintings you painted? That they no longer reflect who you are? That you have not finished the title because you have lost faith or are tired and cold?
A poignant line I found here, "Snow
comes down
so politely", it seems to happen at a convenient time. You sound quite mysterious, but I like it.
reply by the author on 15-Apr-2019
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Hi Victor, I've read this about five or six times, trying to get it. Am I to understand that you tore down the paintings you painted? That they no longer reflect who you are? That you have not finished the title because you have lost faith or are tired and cold?
A poignant line I found here, "Snow
comes down
so politely", it seems to happen at a convenient time. You sound quite mysterious, but I like it.
Comment Written 14-Apr-2019
reply by the author on 15-Apr-2019
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First, I thank you for rendering that much time to contemplation of my work. How many times must all of us pick ourselves up again? Glue back together our portrait, ourselves, our life? I probably should not listen to Karen Carpenter, or Diana Krall late at night. But then...living is always on the right side. The magic side. I think Pygmalion knew full well what to do.
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I see, I see. Pretty interesting.
Comment from Jesse James Doty
Wow. You mention puzzles, and I believe your stream of consciousness is thoughtful, has several meanings, and is puzzling all in the same poem. I agree you ought to be able to finish your title. What's up with that? I love the artwork you chose for this piece. It suits the title, and thus the poem, extremely well. I am guessing that the mirrors and self portraits are one, and the same. One, being a metaphor, for the other. I love the way you start out. "There...they lay, my yesterdays" and then, each line adds to the image, of your thoughts laid out for everyone to see. "Colours Contours Scattered Little pieces I thought were me." Such lovely poetic alliterations; and deep meanings, most of them known only to you. Clever lines like "Snow comes down so politely" I can imagine the polite snow as it covers you, "When I just can't Paint another portrait." Whether you are literally painting self portraits or, imagining the different parts of yourself, it all makes complete sense to me. This is very well written and thought provoking, for me, as well as for you. Thank you for sharing your self insights with the rest of us.
Take care, Jesse
reply by the author on 15-Apr-2019
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Wow. You mention puzzles, and I believe your stream of consciousness is thoughtful, has several meanings, and is puzzling all in the same poem. I agree you ought to be able to finish your title. What's up with that? I love the artwork you chose for this piece. It suits the title, and thus the poem, extremely well. I am guessing that the mirrors and self portraits are one, and the same. One, being a metaphor, for the other. I love the way you start out. "There...they lay, my yesterdays" and then, each line adds to the image, of your thoughts laid out for everyone to see. "Colours Contours Scattered Little pieces I thought were me." Such lovely poetic alliterations; and deep meanings, most of them known only to you. Clever lines like "Snow comes down so politely" I can imagine the polite snow as it covers you, "When I just can't Paint another portrait." Whether you are literally painting self portraits or, imagining the different parts of yourself, it all makes complete sense to me. This is very well written and thought provoking, for me, as well as for you. Thank you for sharing your self insights with the rest of us.
Take care, Jesse
Comment Written 14-Apr-2019
reply by the author on 15-Apr-2019
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Jesse, I don't know how I would go on without your reviews. I have mentioned this, yes. You have been supportive, yes. But I cherish two things the most. One-you really do seem to understand my writing. Sometimes, well enough, that I learn from your gut interprets. And two, you review with genuine kindness. Effortlessly. Because it is not forced, it is true. And in this lifetime, Kindness is a gift. Thank you.
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Thank you so much. I treasure your responses to my reviews, and delight that I seem to understand you. As for my kindness, yes, it comes from me freely. I appreciate you saying that my kindness is a gift. You give freely of yourself in your writing. I enjoy it very much.
Jesse
Comment from tfawcus
An interesting poem with much that is said between the lines. The metaphors are strong and aptly used. The short lines are effective in slowing the reading of this so that no word is missed.
reply by the author on 15-Apr-2019
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An interesting poem with much that is said between the lines. The metaphors are strong and aptly used. The short lines are effective in slowing the reading of this so that no word is missed.
Comment Written 14-Apr-2019
reply by the author on 15-Apr-2019
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Awe, two of my favorite reviewers, back to back. Thank you. Everything ok at the B&B?
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Yes, the B&B is going fine. Always busy with a succession of interesting guests. Thanks for asking. Best wishes to you, Tony
Comment from pome lover
Is this meant to be taken literally?
Are you a frustrated artist?
Tired artist - too tired to type "n"?
Maybe you're a figment?
The word "mirrors" is a noun. "Reflection" is, too, but it's also what mirrors give.
Me? - I give up. Why can't you?
pome lover
reply by the author on 15-Apr-2019
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Is this meant to be taken literally?
Are you a frustrated artist?
Tired artist - too tired to type "n"?
Maybe you're a figment?
The word "mirrors" is a noun. "Reflection" is, too, but it's also what mirrors give.
Me? - I give up. Why can't you?
pome lover
Comment Written 14-Apr-2019
reply by the author on 15-Apr-2019
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The "n" was one letter too long for the FS parameters apparently. Am I frustrated? Oh, most definitely. If I could be granted one last wish as I was "passing on," it would be just one word. Though, it would be applied to all. "Justice."
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frustrated.
Justice. hmmmm.
am still unable to figure out the picture with your post, which also
leaves me with questions. Is that your intent? If you'd rather not answer any of this, just say.
pome lover
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I can answer, just need time. Thanks.
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sure
