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The Narrow Ladder of Success

A consideration of our definition of success

15 total reviews 
Comment from Ricky1024
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This Kyrielle had presence of mind to succeed or be left in the dust of those whom attain.
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It read and Flowed well with no Grammar Issues.
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Doctor Ricky 1024

 Comment Written 18-Jul-2020


reply by the author on 18-Jul-2020
    Thank you so much for your thoughtful review.
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    Thank you so much once again.
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    Thank you so much. I think I?m getting duplicates from you.
Comment from Cindy Decker
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Nice Kyrielle poem. I like it because you tell the truth: the ladder of success is narrow. But I'm also a believer that it's the journey, not the goal that is the most important aspect of life and success. If you said this in your poem, I'm sorry I missed it. I am still on that journey. And my goal is to effect small changes in the world around me.
Good luck in all your writing contests,
Best wishes,
Cindy

 Comment Written 18-Jul-2020


reply by the author on 18-Jul-2020
    Thank you so much, Cindy, for a very thoughtful review. I myself prefer the terraces image, which evokes a much pleasanter journey with a broader definition of success. Thanks for your thoughts and good wishes.
reply by Cindy Decker on 18-Jul-2020
    You?re welcome, Mary.
Comment from harmony13
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I like the title of this poem. The author's words are interesting,
descriptive and creative. I thought about success and how it depends
on so many factors. The poem flows and connects well. The artwork is
perfect and compliments this poem. Have a great weekend!

 Comment Written 18-Jul-2020


reply by the author on 18-Jul-2020
    Thank you so much for your thoughtful review.
Comment from Frank Jauregui
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Blessings Mary, your poem reminded me of the strait gate and narrow way of Matthew 7:14 that leads to life, and few are they that find it. Your poem rhmes beautifully and flows smoothly, just like that ladder of succes.

 Comment Written 17-Jul-2020


reply by the author on 17-Jul-2020
    Thank you so much for a very kind review.
Comment from Bill Schott
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This kyrielle, The Narrow Ladder of Success, has the proper formatting and points to the way that must be trod in order to keep from stumbling.

 Comment Written 17-Jul-2020


reply by the author on 17-Jul-2020
    Thank you so much for the kind words.
Comment from Janice Canerdy
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So many things--good and bad--happen to those climbing that ladder. Many ruin lives and friendships stepping on one another while ascending!
Your poem is excellent--skillfully-written and thought-provoking.

 Comment Written 16-Jul-2020


reply by the author on 16-Jul-2020
    Thank you for your thoughtful review.
Comment from Sandra du Plessis
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A very well-written Kyrielle about the narrow ladder to success where only one can go at a time. It is lonely climb that have great rewards when we reach the top.

 Comment Written 16-Jul-2020


reply by the author on 16-Jul-2020
    Thank you so much. Thank you so much.
Comment from Jeffrey L. Michaux
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I think that as you've so eloquently stated, success is acquired that will last by the method you've stated. Rung by rung. Thanks for sharing this inspirational and well written work. Well done!

 Comment Written 16-Jul-2020


reply by the author on 16-Jul-2020
    Thank you so much for your thoughtful review.
Comment from Marjon van Bruggen
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A perfect kyrielle. The form, the rhyme scheme, the repetition, the syllable count. They are all flawless.
The theme: an interesting one. The narrow ladder of success. It makes the reader think (which, according to me, is something a poet should always aim for, weather it is amusement, sadness, irritation, thoughtfulness, anything that provokes the reader's attention.)
In this poem it made me wonder whereabouts I should place myself on this ladder of success. After many years of writing, I know or I hope to have reached a certain level of success. I can only measure it on the reactions I get when I post my poems or stories. But still...what exactly is success? I would like to have some books published, poetry and stories, but I don't feel the energy to really pursue the endeavour of finding a publisher, do the publicity and promotion, feeling the anxiety of possible failure, etc.
So it keeps me stuck somewhere halfway on your ladder of success.

Thanks for this poem. A good entry.
Success!

 Comment Written 16-Jul-2020


reply by the author on 16-Jul-2020
    Thanks for a most thoughtful and interesting review.
reply by Marjon van Bruggen on 16-Jul-2020
    Welcome! A pleasure.
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Comment from Lobber
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Hi there,
one rung at a time is how most people climb ladders, but steps and stairs can be done 2 or 3 at a time. My neighbour has long legs for clinbing, but he's still pretty stupid.
- Lobber

 Comment Written 16-Jul-2020


reply by the author on 16-Jul-2020
    Thank you so much for a fun and interesting review.