Comment from Bichon

Excellent

I don't smush my words thankfully, it annoys me because there's no punctuation haha. Your poem proves a very good point and was fun to read, Great job!

 Comment Written 23-Apr-2019

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reply by the author on 23-Apr-2019

Thank you, Bichon. I appreciate your feedback very much.

Comment from Mrs. KT

Excellent

Hah! Rachelle!
I have never heard of "word smushing," but I am in your court! So annoying, but I would have to add that expressions like "fam," "lol," "bff," etc. are right up there with "word smushing." And when "educated" individuals employ such expressions, I would enjoy "smushing their faces!"
Thank you!

diane

 Comment Written 23-Apr-2019

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reply by the author on 23-Apr-2019

HAHAHAHA!! Why, Mrs. KT! I believe it bothers you even more than it does me!!! (I invented the term in order to write this poem, by the way. So that's why you'd never heard of it before.)

Thanks for this terrific review. xo

Comment from Y. M. Roger

Excellent

LOL! It's almost like they're in such a hurry that they just 'press the button' of three different words/greetings offered by the texting/typing app they're using.... that way they don't have to think about it! ;) ;) A fun one that makes those of us who are a bit older laugh and think.... it may make the insane 'youth' laugh and think: you all just need to get with the program...we were 'nice' weren't we? LOL! :) ;) And yeah, they do it verbally too.... hear them saying goodbye after school:
"TextMeTheLinkSeeYaLaterBye" ...... amazing.. :) :) Yvette

 Comment Written 23-Apr-2019

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reply by the author on 23-Apr-2019

Exactly!! You totally understand! Thanks for this validating review. xo

Comment from victor 66

Excellent

"Are you someone guilty of thoughtless word smushing?" yes I am. And I make up my own words too. Perhaps I do it when I get tired and the replies have not been answered. I still feel the need to respond in a timely fashion. This is not a rationalization, it's just my answer to your question.

 Comment Written 23-Apr-2019

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reply by the author on 23-Apr-2019

Well, but Victor, we are ALL guilty of that one on here...and for the same reason. My main pet peeve is when things are said without sincerity. Here you are, going the distance to be appreciative of other members' reviews. That is the ANTITHESIS of insincerity or appreciation.

Thanks for the delightful review. xo

reply by victor 66 on 23-Apr-2019

You are most welcome, Rachelle. You're always a pleasure to read.

Comment from Lance S. Loria

Excellent

I've never thought about smushes but now that I have, I agree! So thank you so much that was the best! No edits or adjustments necessary from me.

 Comment Written 23-Apr-2019

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reply by the author on 23-Apr-2019

Ohhhh, you cruel, cruel (but amusing) reviewer, you! xo

Comment from Sugarray77

Excellent

Cute verse, Rachelle. I like your point and think your delivery of a mild rebuke about this offensive way of communicating was fun and to the point. Great job on this one.

Melissa

 Comment Written 23-Apr-2019

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reply by the author on 23-Apr-2019

This was such a nice way of putting it, Melissa. Thank you for the reassurance that I didn't sound like a nag. xo

Comment from Sanku

Excellent

This reminded me of my husband who hates usages like 'fact of the matter is..' why can't one just say, the fact is....
but I am quite a person to speak without weighing the words.!
I hate 'last but not the least...'
And i find unnecessary shortening is insincere .Is it so difficult to say 'thank you' instead of thanks? 'congrats' instead of' congratulations"
I liked the poem very much very unusual theme .

 Comment Written 23-Apr-2019

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reply by the author on 23-Apr-2019

Thanks, Sanku. This was a really good review - interesting and well-considered. I appreciate the time and thought that went into it. xo

Comment from Jeffrey L. Michaux

Excellent

This is really good Rachelle. I love the message of this and how superbly you've brought it forth. Words are powerful as you've stated and we should be careful how we use them. Great job and well done!

 Comment Written 22-Apr-2019

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reply by the author on 22-Apr-2019

Thank you, Jeffrey, for understanding this exactly the way it was intended. That is an aspiring writer's dream come true!! xo

Comment from Raul1

Excellent

These are very strong words. I think that you're talking about a person who is trying to be happy. I think. This poem doesn't have any mistakes. I like it. Thanks for sharing!

 Comment Written 22-Apr-2019

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reply by the author on 22-Apr-2019

Thanks, Raul.

reply by Raul1 on 22-Apr-2019

You're welcome

Comment from royowen

Excellent

In my country we have a greeting such as, "G'day, how are you?" Of course the question is rhetorical. But then, I don't think we want to know, really. But I do do understand. But you're right, there's a lot of words that fill up space I suppose. Beautifully written, making a good point, blessings, Roy

 Comment Written 22-Apr-2019

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reply by the author on 22-Apr-2019

Thanks, Roy. For me, it's all about the sincerity of it and whether or not the people are actually thinking about what they're saying - or is it just knee-jerk.

Thanks for your nice review...and G'day! [sorry...]

reply by royowen on 23-Apr-2019

My pleasure cobber, (Aussie - friend)