Lines, Lines, Everywhere Lines
The many lines we might see in one day.41 total reviews
Comment from karenina
Hah! Amazingly original theme! Maybe THIS is why they teach us from toddler-hood to "color between the lines"--little did we know we'd be chasing, standing in, observing, blocked by "lines" for the rest of our lives! You made me smile... I endorse this poem! What line should I sign on?
(LOL)---Karenina
reply by the author on 01-Aug-2020
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Hah! Amazingly original theme! Maybe THIS is why they teach us from toddler-hood to "color between the lines"--little did we know we'd be chasing, standing in, observing, blocked by "lines" for the rest of our lives! You made me smile... I endorse this poem! What line should I sign on?
(LOL)---Karenina
Comment Written 15-Jul-2020
reply by the author on 01-Aug-2020
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Karenina: This idea came from a Free Versers Club prompt. Once I began writing, I realized that I could go on forever with line things . . .so I ended it at 27 lines. It was fun to write! Linda
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The smiles came through...a really endearing poem!--Karenina
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Karenina: the idea to write this came from a prompt in the free versers club. Once I got started on it, I quickly realized just how many 'line' things there are! It felt like I could go on forever but stopped at 27 lines! Linda
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My oldest granddaughter just got her learners permit for driving a few weeks ago. I had my first chance at being her "instructor" (giving her parents a break)----she was swaying out to the middle of the road a bit much and I remember saying: "Madison, it's just like when I taught you to color--STAY BETWEEN THE LINES!"--We had a good laugh... Karenina
Comment from Susan Larson
You captured life very well in your lines of poetry here. It does make me stop and think of all the lines we have to deal with in so many different ways, even as tots with our first coloring book! It certainly fits the philosophical category!
reply by the author on 01-Aug-2020
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You captured life very well in your lines of poetry here. It does make me stop and think of all the lines we have to deal with in so many different ways, even as tots with our first coloring book! It certainly fits the philosophical category!
Comment Written 13-Jul-2020
reply by the author on 01-Aug-2020
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Thank you, Susan! Keep safe. Linda
Comment from l.raven
HI Dos, I never would've thought about it...but that is so true...there are lines in every aspect of our lives...even the unseen...toll the line...very unique...I love your poem sweet girl...and love your picture...now that's some power lines...very well thought of...and very well written...love you...Linda xxoo
how have you been???...have you gotten out much at all???...things here have started opening...what's left to open...sigh...take care my wonderful friend... be safe...xxoo
reply by the author on 01-Aug-2020
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HI Dos, I never would've thought about it...but that is so true...there are lines in every aspect of our lives...even the unseen...toll the line...very unique...I love your poem sweet girl...and love your picture...now that's some power lines...very well thought of...and very well written...love you...Linda xxoo
how have you been???...have you gotten out much at all???...things here have started opening...what's left to open...sigh...take care my wonderful friend... be safe...xxoo
Comment Written 13-Jul-2020
reply by the author on 01-Aug-2020
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Thanks for the six stars. This poem was fun to write. I get out two to three times per month. But, I don't go far nor around a lot of people. I have stopped going to Wal-Mart (I think it is probably a petri dish of germs). I have had two hair cuts over the last seven months and made sure the hair salons had good measures for safety. I've been to my credit union 3 or 4 times and they, also, have good distancing and sanitizing measures. I've been to CVS twice. When I go out I always wear a mask and have 8 of them now. I also carry hand sanitizer and use it frequently during my outing. I order my groceries on-line and Publix delivers them to me. I order food from any restaurant and they deliver to me through Grub-Hub, etc. My church is closed but Rev. Catherine has a mini church service with music, Bible readings, messages and sermons on-line. She also holds necessary meetings on Zoom and 3 times per week has a group (therapy?) meeting just to keep us connected and be able to see each other (from a distance). My children and grandchildren aren't talking much these days. They think this pandemic is overly reacted to and don't promote nor wear masks. I do not want to bury one of them! My youngest step-brother up in Michigan had covid-19. Was in the hospital using a ventilator as his own oxygen level kept dropping. But, he kicked it and is back home recooperating. Time for my nap so must go. Keep safe. Linda
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Hi Dos, I do get out...but where they say have a mask on...I will put one on...I believe a lot of it is overly reacted as well...I believe the cure will be Nov.3...I never thought I would see times like this in my life...it's crazy...
our church is closed as well...will be half opened soon...but only so many people will be aloud inside at a time...but I do my bible study at home....I listen to the audio of the Bible...and when I get through it...I will do it again...you miss so much of it...I said after I read it...I would audio it...I really like it...it says all the names I could never have read....LOL...
you are so welcome for the six my sweet friend...you earned it...Ok...I'm going to get off here...maybe take a nap...stay safe you...and take care...much love...xxoo
Comment from Mastery
Hi Linda. Thanks for sharing this one. I liked every stanza, especially this one though:
"stopped into a church to pray
comforting way to end her day
to receive communion, will wait in another line"
Good write, my friend. : ) Bob
reply by the author on 13-Jul-2020
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Hi Linda. Thanks for sharing this one. I liked every stanza, especially this one though:
"stopped into a church to pray
comforting way to end her day
to receive communion, will wait in another line"
Good write, my friend. : ) Bob
Comment Written 12-Jul-2020
reply by the author on 13-Jul-2020
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Thank you, Bob! Linda
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: ) You are welcome. Bob
Comment from Mackenzie Schmidt
Your poem Lines, Lines, Everywhere Lines was very unique. I liked you use of Allusion in the title. The picture you use elevates your theme. I have no suggestions on how to improve it is very well done
reply by the author on 13-Jul-2020
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Your poem Lines, Lines, Everywhere Lines was very unique. I liked you use of Allusion in the title. The picture you use elevates your theme. I have no suggestions on how to improve it is very well done
Comment Written 12-Jul-2020
reply by the author on 13-Jul-2020
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Thank you so much for reading, your positive review and the six stars. Keep safe. Linda
Comment from Willie P. Smith
I really enjoyed your poem, it reminded me of my years in the military. Lines to eat, laundry, mail, pay. showers and many more. Comical but very true.
reply by the author on 13-Jul-2020
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I really enjoyed your poem, it reminded me of my years in the military. Lines to eat, laundry, mail, pay. showers and many more. Comical but very true.
Comment Written 12-Jul-2020
reply by the author on 13-Jul-2020
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Willie: when one stops to think about it, the list of 'lines' can go one forever, I fear! LOL Thank you for reading and commenting. Linda
Comment from Janet Foor
A clever and creative poem to put in perspective the lines we see and use and sometimes cross every day. I wonder where you would have gone if you hadn't stopped at 27. :)))))
Well done Linda.
Blessings and stay well
Janet
reply by the author on 13-Jul-2020
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A clever and creative poem to put in perspective the lines we see and use and sometimes cross every day. I wonder where you would have gone if you hadn't stopped at 27. :)))))
Well done Linda.
Blessings and stay well
Janet
Comment Written 12-Jul-2020
reply by the author on 13-Jul-2020
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Janet: one male reviewer pointed out to me about being in the military and you have to stand in line for everything. That would be an entire poem itself. There are lines on paper which we are taught as small children to write evenly on them, etc., etc. I think one could go on and on forever with this topic! Keep safe! Linda
Comment from richie b
Linda,
Your poem is very creative. Cleverly written
with everyday imagery. Your skills and wit are
evident in writing an excellent poem using the
word "line" as the subject. Thank you for sharing.
Blessings,
Richie b
reply by the author on 13-Jul-2020
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Linda,
Your poem is very creative. Cleverly written
with everyday imagery. Your skills and wit are
evident in writing an excellent poem using the
word "line" as the subject. Thank you for sharing.
Blessings,
Richie b
Comment Written 12-Jul-2020
reply by the author on 13-Jul-2020
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Thank you, Richie b! Keep you and your family safe, young man. Linda
Comment from Elizabeth Emerald
(typo: discrete s/b discreet) Clever theme==I see how you could have kept this going--see one line, see them everywhere. Loved the mix of literal road lines/dotted lines/stand in lines. Cheers. LIZ
reply by the author on 13-Jul-2020
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(typo: discrete s/b discreet) Clever theme==I see how you could have kept this going--see one line, see them everywhere. Loved the mix of literal road lines/dotted lines/stand in lines. Cheers. LIZ
Comment Written 11-Jul-2020
reply by the author on 13-Jul-2020
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Elizabeth: thank you for reading and commenting. My misspelling of discreet was not a typo . . .I just didn't realize I had spelled it wrong! LOL It's funny . . .I have read about 30 others reviews of this and no one else noticed it! Again, thank you. Keep safe. Linda
Comment from Pam (respa)
-Good image and
presentation, Linda.
-An interesting topic
that you thought of,
but you drew the line at 27!
-You have many good examples,
good rhyme, and ending
with a different meaning
of line each time.
-It is a creative idea.
-It is a very busy day, and
I like how you ended the poem, too...
"waiting in another line!"
reply by the author on 01-Aug-2020
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-Good image and
presentation, Linda.
-An interesting topic
that you thought of,
but you drew the line at 27!
-You have many good examples,
good rhyme, and ending
with a different meaning
of line each time.
-It is a creative idea.
-It is a very busy day, and
I like how you ended the poem, too...
"waiting in another line!"
Comment Written 11-Jul-2020
reply by the author on 01-Aug-2020
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Thank you, Pam for reading and for your positive comments. Linda
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You are welcome, Linda.
