Risk
a three-line poem in 5-7-516 total reviews
Comment from BeasPeas
I got a kick out of this, Bill. Some risk more than others I guess, especially when the contest is blind. Maybe it levels the playing field. Best of luck in the contest. Marilyn
reply by the author on 28-Aug-2019
  |
I got a kick out of this, Bill. Some risk more than others I guess, especially when the contest is blind. Maybe it levels the playing field. Best of luck in the contest. Marilyn
Comment Written 28-Aug-2019
reply by the author on 28-Aug-2019
-
Thank you, Marilyn, fo4 giving this a look.
Comment from susand3022
His ego eh, Bill? Well, if not winning... or placing... in a contest is going to crush an ego then I wouldn't have one left! I did win one once, a complete surprise to me! I couldn't believe it! I was completely flabbergasted. It was for a write a script contest. I'd never written one at all before. What a surprise! Of course, that was a while back and I haven't placed anything since... I don't think. Not surprising. :)
reply by the author on 25-Aug-2019
|
His ego eh, Bill? Well, if not winning... or placing... in a contest is going to crush an ego then I wouldn't have one left! I did win one once, a complete surprise to me! I couldn't believe it! I was completely flabbergasted. It was for a write a script contest. I'd never written one at all before. What a surprise! Of course, that was a while back and I haven't placed anything since... I don't think. Not surprising. :)
Comment Written 25-Aug-2019
reply by the author on 25-Aug-2019
-
I have only won or placed when the usual suspects haven?t entered. I exaggerate the angst here, but have to wince at frequent flyers winning all the time.
Comment from kahpot
Never let your ego get the better of your pen, we all know we can't please everybody, but if you give into that just think of how many of us (people) you will be denying your words keep on writing for writings sake****kahpot
reply by the author on 24-Aug-2019
|
Never let your ego get the better of your pen, we all know we can't please everybody, but if you give into that just think of how many of us (people) you will be denying your words keep on writing for writings sake****kahpot
Comment Written 24-Aug-2019
reply by the author on 24-Aug-2019
-
Thank you for the kind words in you4 review.
-
I missed that bit about 4review
Comment from nomi338
Anyone with thin skin that has the balls to put his attempts at writing on public display, opens himself up to multiple attacks, but at the same time is set up for possible surprise validation and adulation. Go for it.
reply by the author on 24-Aug-2019
|
Anyone with thin skin that has the balls to put his attempts at writing on public display, opens himself up to multiple attacks, but at the same time is set up for possible surprise validation and adulation. Go for it.
Comment Written 24-Aug-2019
reply by the author on 24-Aug-2019
-
Sticks and stones may break my bones, but words will flay me, roast me over an open flame, and bury me alive. I may be exaggerating a bit.
-
Ya think?
Comment from Mystic Angel 7777
LOL! This meets the contest requirements splendidly as you deliver a technically sound 3 Line Poem. The content will speak to pretty much the entire FS audience as we have all been there and done that. Good luck in the judging and thank you very much for sharing it.
reply by the author on 24-Aug-2019
|
LOL! This meets the contest requirements splendidly as you deliver a technically sound 3 Line Poem. The content will speak to pretty much the entire FS audience as we have all been there and done that. Good luck in the judging and thank you very much for sharing it.
Comment Written 24-Aug-2019
reply by the author on 24-Aug-2019
-
Thanks, MA
Comment from Earl Corp
We all put our egos at risk when we enter a contest. Trying to win is hard, but putting a pice up for review can be just as hard. Good luck in the contest.
reply by the author on 24-Aug-2019
|
We all put our egos at risk when we enter a contest. Trying to win is hard, but putting a pice up for review can be just as hard. Good luck in the contest.
Comment Written 24-Aug-2019
reply by the author on 24-Aug-2019
-
Thanks, Earl
Comment from JudyE
I relate so well to this. We all put our egos on the line every time we enter a piece, whether it's a poem or story. I suppose we all need to develop thicker skins. :)
reply by the author on 24-Aug-2019
|
I relate so well to this. We all put our egos on the line every time we enter a piece, whether it's a poem or story. I suppose we all need to develop thicker skins. :)
Comment Written 24-Aug-2019
reply by the author on 24-Aug-2019
-
There can only be one, someone said. We know, of course, who that is. Others will know someday as well. : )
Comment from judiverse
That happens to me time after time. I don't seem to learn from experience. You do risk bruising your ego when you enter and find yourself at the bottom of the heap. Excellent topic, and you sum up the situation nicely. Best of luck in the contest. judi
reply by the author on 23-Aug-2019
|
That happens to me time after time. I don't seem to learn from experience. You do risk bruising your ego when you enter and find yourself at the bottom of the heap. Excellent topic, and you sum up the situation nicely. Best of luck in the contest. judi
Comment Written 23-Aug-2019
reply by the author on 23-Aug-2019
-
Thanks, Judi.
-
You're very welcome. judi
Comment from Teri7
Bill, This is a very interesting 3 Line poem you have penned in the 5-7-5 format for the contest. You used very good words and really neat imagery from the art work you chose. Best wishes in the contest. Blessings, Teri
reply by the author on 23-Aug-2019
|
Bill, This is a very interesting 3 Line poem you have penned in the 5-7-5 format for the contest. You used very good words and really neat imagery from the art work you chose. Best wishes in the contest. Blessings, Teri
Comment Written 23-Aug-2019
reply by the author on 23-Aug-2019
-
Thanks, Teri
Comment from Loren .
All I can say is that your ego (your self worth is far more than what this is being promoted for. Believe in yourself, Bill. Yes, I know it's expensive and I completely understand. On the other hand, great work is recognized regardless of the book-binding it is presented in. I do hope this does well. It certainly sends a great message. Loren
reply by the author on 23-Aug-2019
|
All I can say is that your ego (your self worth is far more than what this is being promoted for. Believe in yourself, Bill. Yes, I know it's expensive and I completely understand. On the other hand, great work is recognized regardless of the book-binding it is presented in. I do hope this does well. It certainly sends a great message. Loren
Comment Written 23-Aug-2019
reply by the author on 23-Aug-2019
-
Not my ego, Loren. The guy in this poem. Thank you for the vote of confidence though.
-
Okay, I'll remember that. Have a great evening. Loren
