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The Shepherd

A Sijo Poem 3,4,4,4,3,4,4,4,3,5,4,3

20 total reviews 
Comment from karenina
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It is reverential, contemplative, rises above a mere earthly experience and hints at that experience as the whole of the universe and each of our actions within it. --Karenina

 Comment Written 15-Jul-2020


reply by the author on 15-Jul-2020
    Thank you, Karenina. I always appreciate your time and valuable feedback.

    Hugs

    Gypsy
Comment from Ulla
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Hola, Guapa, this is an unusual poetic form and one I would like to try my hand on. I think you've written a wonderful poem within the restriction. I loved it. Un abrazo de tu amiga. Espero que todo te vaya bien. Ulla xx

 Comment Written 11-Jul-2020


reply by the author on 11-Jul-2020
    Thank you very much, amiga mia, I really appreciate your valuable time and priceless review. Have a wonderful weekend.

    Gypsy
Comment from Y. M. Roger
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What a beautiful poetry form and such a soothing message you've delivered with this one, Gypsy -- love that I could just close my eyes and feel a spiritual calmness! ;) thanx for sharing ! ;) Yvette

 Comment Written 11-Jul-2020


reply by the author on 11-Jul-2020
    Thank you very much, Yvette, I really appreciate your valuable time and priceless review. Have a wonderful weekend.

    Gypsy
Comment from sherrygreywolf
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Another new form for me - but I believe I understand this one. Your words seem to meet all the requirements correctly and the read was enjoyable - easily understood, with a clear theme. Thank you for furthering my education this evening in such an enjoyable fashion.

 Comment Written 11-Jul-2020


reply by the author on 11-Jul-2020
    Thank you very much, Sherry. Have a great weekend.

    Gypsy
Comment from Janice Canerdy
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This lovely, vividly descriptive poem creates a calm, peaceful scene that makes me smile. This makes me think of John, chapter 10, one of my favorite Bible passage (Jesus, the Good Shepherd).

 Comment Written 10-Jul-2020


reply by the author on 10-Jul-2020
    Thank you very much for your review and kind words :) have a great weekend
Comment from Janetsue
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I'm not familiar with this form of poetry but it is very beautiful. Your word message and gorgeous photograph compliment each other, and lead the reader into a feeling of peace. Very nice!!!

 Comment Written 09-Jul-2020


reply by the author on 09-Jul-2020
    Thank you very much for your excellent review and kind words.

    Peace and love,

    Gypsy
Comment from zanya
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An interesting poetic format, Sijo, creating a quiet, contemplative poem here, inducing stillness and calm at the close of day, while allowing for just a little self-aggrandisement ' full of pride'

 Comment Written 09-Jul-2020


reply by the author on 09-Jul-2020
    Thank you very much for your excellent review and kind words.

    Peace be with you,

    Gypsy
Comment from estory
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Nice job with the alliterations in this poem, I liked the echoing effects of all those 'e' sounds in the opening and the 'h' sounds towards the end. It also has a nice oriental feel to it. estory

 Comment Written 09-Jul-2020


reply by the author on 09-Jul-2020
    Thank you very much for your excellent review and kind words.

    Peace be with you,

    Gypsy
Comment from Sandra du Plessis
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A very well-written Sijo about the shepherd looking after his sheep and never leads them into harm's way. He let them eat from the greenest grass to feed them well until they return safely home.

 Comment Written 09-Jul-2020


reply by the author on 09-Jul-2020
    Thank you, Sandra
Comment from Dolly'sPoems
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I have not heard of this form before and your words here flowed like a dream and brought to my senses the comfort of home and the safety we all feel when we are at home, much enjoyed, love Dolly x

 Comment Written 09-Jul-2020


reply by the author on 09-Jul-2020
    Thank you very much for your excellent review and kind words.

    Peace be with you,

    Gypsy