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haiku (you're my better half)

haiku contest entry

34 total reviews 
Comment from Dolly'sPoems
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This is a clever write and we are much mightier in twos! A formidable pair and when split in two, much weaker! I love your catch 22 formula here, I am on board with you, love Dolly x

 Comment Written 08-Jul-2019


reply by the author on 13-Jul-2019
    Thank you for taking the time to send me your review of ?A Simple Formula For Love.? You?ve always been on-board with me.
    I?m 72 and have been ?in and out? of hospitals for the last few years. I joined FS this year in the hope I could use writing as a way to take my mind off pain. It?s worked. I know that the thoughtful critiques and feedback from people like you have been largely the reason for my success in pain management. Thank you.
    - Lobber
Comment from Thomas Bowling
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The Bible says for this reason, shall a man leave his mother and father and they two shall become one. Together a couple gains strength and become what God meant them to be.

 Comment Written 08-Jul-2019


reply by the author on 13-Jul-2019
    Dear Thomas,
    Thank you for taking the time to send me your review of ?A Simple Formula For Love.? You are right that together a couple gains strength.
    I?m 72 and have been ?in and out? of hospitals for the last few years. I joined FS this year in the hope I could use writing as a way to take my mind off pain. It?s worked. I know that the thoughtful critiques and feedback from people like you have been largely the reason for my success in pain management. Thank you.
    - Lobber

    P.S. - As a fellow writer who likes romantic poem you may want to check out 3 poems that I wrote earlier this year. I apologize if you reviewed any of the works earlier. Each received an award and/or Recognition: ?A Parting Romance?- ?A Fall Romance Begins? - ?Time After Time After Time After? ...enjoy the journey!
Comment from duchessofdrumborg
Exceptional
This work has reached the exceptional level

"A Simple Formula For Love" is short, succinct and very much to the point.
With a minimum of words, this talented poet has told it as it is. This is a true six. I look forward to seeing your next post.

 Comment Written 07-Jul-2019


reply by the author on 13-Jul-2019
    Dear duchessofdrumborg,
    Thank you for taking the time to send me your six-star review of ?A Simple Formula For Love.? I?m humbled that you find my work succinct and that of a talented poet.
    I?m 72 and have been ?in and out? of hospitals for the last few years. I joined FS this year in the hope I could use writing as a way to take my mind off pain. It?s worked. I know that the thoughtful critiques and feedback from people like you have been largely the reason for my success in pain management. Thank you.
    - Lobber

    P.S. - As a fellow writer who likes romantic poem you may want to check out 3 poems that I wrote earlier this year. I apologize if you reviewed the work(s) earlier. Each received an award and/or Recognition: ?A Parting Romance?- ?A Fall Romance Begins? - ?Time After Time After Time After? ...enjoy the journey!
Comment from brenda faye curtis
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This poem is clever and well-constructed, but I have counted 19 syllables, not 15. Also, I'm a little confused by your listing of contest rules at the bottom of the page. On the contest page, there's no listing of the requirement "Joe, you are the heartbeat of my life."

 Comment Written 07-Jul-2019


reply by the author on 16-Jul-2019
    Thank you for taking the time to send me your review of ?A Simple Formula For Love.? Actually the rules allow for either 17 or 19 syllables. My entry was accepted but unfortunately it was not a winner.
    I?m 72 and have been ?in and out? of hospitals for the last few years. I joined FS this year in the hope I could use writing as a way to take my mind off pain. It?s worked. I know that the thoughtful critiques and feedback from folks like you have been largely the reason for my success in pain management. Thank you.
    - Lobber
    P.S. - As a fellow writer who likes romantic poem you may want to check out 3 poems that I wrote earlier this year. Each received an award and/or Recognition: ?A Parting Romance?- ?A Fall Romance Begins? - ?Time After Time After Time After? ... enjoy the journey!
reply by brenda faye curtis on 17-Jul-2019
    You're welcome, and I'll check those poems out.
Comment from Neonewman
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Ha! What a wonderfully crafted little piece you have delivered for this particular writing contest prompt. Somewhat a riddle I suppose. I loved it.
God bless
Steve

 Comment Written 07-Jul-2019


reply by the author on 13-Jul-2019
    Dear Neonewman
    Thank you for taking the time to send me your review of ?A Simple Formula For Love.? I?m glad you like my riddle of a piece.
    I?m 72 and have been ?in and out? of hospitals for the last few years. I joined FS this year in the hope I could use writing as a way to take my mind off pain. It?s worked. I know that the thoughtful critiques and feedback from folks like you have been largely the reason for my success in pain management. Thank you.
    - Lobber

    P.S. - As a fellow writer who likes romantic poem you may want to check out 3 poems that I wrote earlier this year. Each received an award and/or Recognition: ?A Parting Romance?- ?A Fall Romance Begins? - ?Time After Time After Time After? ...enjoy the journey!
reply by Neonewman on 15-Jul-2019
    My pleasure Lobber. I find writing to heal many woes, my friend. It's a wonderful escape and bleeds one of the stressful days. Happy to hear it is working for you as well. Prayers for your pain management.
    God bless
    Steve
Comment from Sally Law
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I loved this mainly because I often describe my relationship with my husband and myself as "two halves of a whole." Without my lifelong love, life wouldn't add up. I enjoyed your poem and entry for the contest.
Sending you my best today as well,
Sally :+)

 Comment Written 07-Jul-2019


reply by the author on 13-Jul-2019
    your review of ?A Simple Formula For Love.? I find it interesting that you describe your relationship with your husband as "two halves of a whole."
    I?m 72 and have been ?in and out? of hospitals for the last few years. I joined FS this year in the hope I could use writing as a way to take my mind off pain. It?s worked. Kahpot, I know that the thoughtful critiques and feedback from folks like you have been largely the reason for my success in pain management. Thank you.
    - Lobber

    P.S. - As a fellow writer who likes romantic poem you may want to check out 3 poems that I wrote earlier this year. Each received an award and/or Recognition: ?A Parting Romance?- ?A Fall Romance Begins? - ?Time After Time After Time After? ...enjoy the journey!
reply by Sally Law on 14-Jul-2019
    Thank you, Lobber. I will check them out as soon as I am able. I am near blind and have only 4 percent of my central vision remaining. When my eyes get tired, I have to stop reading and writing for a while. Thank you for the kind invitation.
    Sal :+)
Comment from kahpot
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What a clever poem, about your loved one, this is very well written short poem, the artwork is wonderful, an excellent presentation, very well done, best wishes for your contest****kahpot

 Comment Written 07-Jul-2019


reply by the author on 13-Jul-2019
    Dear kahpot,
    Thank you for taking the time to send me your review of ?A Simple Formula For Love.? I?m pleased you like my work including the artwork and presentation. I?m 72 and have been ?in and out? of hospitals for the last few years. I joined FS this year in the hope I could use writing as a way to take my mind off pain. It?s worked. Kahpot, I know that the thoughtful critiques and feedback from folks like you have been largely the reason for my success in pain management. Thank you.
    - Lobber

    P.S. - As a fellow writer who likes romantic poem you may want to check out 3 poems that I wrote earlier this year. Each received an award and/or Recognition: ?A Parting Romance?- ?A Fall Romance Begins? - ?Time After Time After Time After? ...enjoy the journey!
Comment from Bichon
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Oh, I really like this one. You have used clever word manipulation to explain how love feels to you, and you have done a great job. Best of luck in the contest!

 Comment Written 07-Jul-2019


reply by the author on 13-Jul-2019
    Dear Bichon
    Thank you for taking the time to send me your review of ?A Simple Formula For Love.? I?m pleased you like my work. I?m 72 and have been ?in and out? of hospitals for the last few years. I joined FS this year in the hope I could use writing as a way to take my mind off pain. It?s worked. Bichon, I know that the thoughtful critiques and feedback from folks like you have been largely the reason for my success in pain management. Thank you.
    - Lobber

    P.S. - As a fellow writer who likes romantic poem you may want to check out 3 poems that I wrote earlier this year. Each received an award and/or Recognition: ?A Parting Romance?- ?A Fall Romance Begins? - ?Time After Time After Time After? ...enjoy the journey!
Comment from Jannypan (Jan)
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I enjoyed your contest entry, Lobber. Good job with the prompt. Your 3 lines, as required, are cleverly written. I like how they all revolve around a few words in different order to tell of how much 2 people mean to each other. Good job and best wises. Jan

 Comment Written 07-Jul-2019


reply by the author on 13-Jul-2019
    Dear Jan,
    Thank you for taking the time to send me your review of ?A Simple Formula For Love.? I?m pleased you enjoyed the work even though, as you point out, it revolves around a few words. I?m 72 and have been ?in and out? of hospitals for the last few years. I joined FS this year in the hope I could use writing as a way to take my mind off pain. It?s worked. Jan, I know that the thoughtful critiques and feedback from folks like you have been largely the reason for my success in pain management. Thank you.
    - Lobber

    P.S. - As a fellow writer who likes romantic poem you may want to check out 3 poems that I wrote earlier this year. Each received an award and/or Recognition: ?A Parting Romance?- ?A Fall Romance Begins? - ?Time After Time After Time After? ...enjoy the journey!
reply by Jannypan (Jan) on 13-Jul-2019
    My comment on the length was to emphasize the fact that a few words spoke what some take volumes to say. Take care.
Comment from Mystic Angel 7777
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This meets the contest requirements beautifully with a clear and DEEP sense of relational emotions, as well as correct line and syllable count. I applaud you for putting something of such high caliber out there for the mind to digest and consume. It is certainly not a simple read, but it is very much worth pondering. Good luck in the judging and thank you very much for sharing it.

 Comment Written 07-Jul-2019


reply by the author on 13-Jul-2019
    Dear Mystic Angel 7777,
    Thank you for taking the time to send me your review of ?A Simple Formula For Love.? I?m pleased you feel that the work is of high caliber and awarded me 5 stars. I?m 72 and have been ?in and out? of hospitals for the last few years. I joined FS this year in the hope I could use writing as a way to take my mind off pain. It?s worked. I know that the thoughtful critiques and feedback from folks like you have been largely the reason for my success in pain management. Thank you.
    - Lobber

    P.S. - As a fellow writer who likes romantic poem you may want to check out 3 poems that I wrote earlier this year. Each received an award and/or Recognition: ?A Parting Romance?- ?A Fall Romance Begins? - ?Time After Time After Time After? ...enjoy the journey!