• The Note

    The Note

    Dribble Flash Fiction - 52 words
    from 13 reviews.
    Letters and Diary  Fiction

  • A Fall With Grace

    A Fall With Grace

    Haiku x 4
    from 17 reviews.
    General  Poetry

  • Living

    Living

    Cinquain - 2,4,6,8,2 (3rd place)
    from 25 reviews.
    Biographical  Poetry


FanStory wrote to PoemsOfDD: Living finished third in the contest "Cinquain Poetry"
    PoemsOfDD: Thank you, Karenina ☺️. The place was a pleasant surprise to my day. ~D🌸 -
    Sally Law: Congratulations, DD! Awesome accomplishment! Sal XOs -
    PoemsOfDD: Thank you, Helen. I appreciate the support :-) ~D🌸xo -


FanStory wrote to PoemsOfDD: The Woe Of A Poet finished third in the contest "Alone Writing Contest"
    PoemsOfDD: Thank you so much Lyenochka & Karenina. Your support and acknowledgement means alot to me, as does the wonderful reviews I received on this short story. :-) ~D🌸 -


FanStory wrote to PoemsOfDD: Done And Dusted finished second in the contest "Lune Poetry Contest"
    Sugarray77: Congratulations on placing!! Well deserved, DD!

    Melissa -
    PoemsOfDD: Thanks so much Debra, Julia and Melissa. I appreciate the thoughtful comments and support :-) ~D🌸xo -
    PoemsOfDD: Thank you so much, Helen. ~D🌸xo -


FanStory wrote to PoemsOfDD: World Peace finished second in the contest "5-7-5 Poetry Contest"
    Debra White: Congratulations! I knew this was a good one! :) -
    PoemsOfDD: Thank you so much. Your encouragement is a real booster. ~D🌸 -
    PoemsOfDD: Thank you, Helen. I really appreciate your support.
    ~D🌸xo -


FanStory wrote to PoemsOfDD: Embracing Life finished third in the contest "Nonet Poetry Contest"
    Sally Law: Congratulations, dear DD! Sal XOs... -
    PoemsOfDD: Thank you for your super support my friends. As always, I am truly grateful. ~DD🌸xo -


FanStory wrote to PoemsOfDD: Congratulations! On A Windy Day won the contest "5-7-5 Poetry Contest"
    Sugarray77: Way to Go DD!!! So well deserved. I loved your poem!

    Melissa -
    juliaSjames: Congratulations! A clever write!

    Julia
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    MissMerri: It is easy to see why this was the winning selection DD. It is cleverly written and beautifully presented. Congratulations! I think this was an excellent choice. -
    karenina: Hey-hey, happy day! Congrats! -
    PoemsOfDD: Thank you all for the thoughtful and supportive comments and for the congratulations. I am deeply grateful. ~DD🌸xo -
    Sally Law: Congratulations, dear DD! Sal XOs -
    PoemsOfDD: I feel humbled and happy to read all your supportive messages. Thank you so much. You guys are my added inspiration. ~DD🌸xo -


FanStory wrote to PoemsOfDD: Body Of Time finished second in the contest "3-6-9 Poem"
    Mrs. KT: Congratulations!

    diane -
    PoemsOfDD: Thank you so much for your supportive comments. I'm truly grateful ~DDxo -


FanStory wrote to PoemsOfDD: Dreaming finished third in the contest "3 Line Poetry Contest"
    Sally Law: Congratulations, dear DD! Sal XOs -
    Mrs. KT: Congratulations!

    diane -
    Senyai: Amazing little poem, DD. Congratulations 🎉 -
    PoemsOfDD: Thank you so much everyone.
    I truly appreciate your uplifting support. ~DD🌸xo -


FanStory wrote to PoemsOfDD: Escapism finished second in the contest "Cinquain Poetry"
    Mrs. KT: Congratulations!

    diane -
    juliaSjames: Well done. Clever, charming write.

    Julia
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    PoemsOfDD: Many thanks y'all, for your supportive comments. They are very much appreciated. ~DDxo -
    lyenochka: I knew this would do well! Congratulations, Diana!
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    Senyai: Congratulations, Diana! 🎉 -


FanStory wrote to PoemsOfDD: Congratulations! ~ Forces of Nature ~ won the contest "Lune Poetry Contest"
    BeasPeas: Congratulations on your win, DD. Hugs, Marilyn -
    Sugarray77: So well done, Congrats, DD.

    Melissa -
    Sally Law: Congratulations DD! Way to go, dear friend! Always, Sally xo -
    PoemsOfDD: Thank you all so much for your supportive wishes. I am very honored and appreciate all who took the time to review my poem. Thank you for your encouragement. I appreciate it. ~DD -
    PoemsOfDD: Thank you so much to everyone for being so supportive. It means a lot to me. ~DDxx -


FanStory wrote to PoemsOfDD: Haiku (rain drop falls) finished third in the contest "Write A Haiku"
    PoemsOfDD: Thank you Dean, I very much appreciate your comment. ~DD -


FanStory wrote to PoemsOfDD: Love ~ For My Father finished third in the contest "3 Line Poetry Contest"
    PoemsOfDD: Thank you so much for your thoughts Irish Rain. I very much appreciate you and all those that also reviewed my poem. Thank you. ~DD -


FanStory wrote to PoemsOfDD: Congratulations! Haiku (sentinel trees) won the contest "Haiku Poetry Contest"
    Mrs. KT: Stunning!
    Congratulations! -
    judiverse: Congratulations on your contest win. A beautiful Haiku. judiverse -
    rspoet: Congratulations DD! Well deserved. -
    BeasPeas: Congratulations, DD. Marilyn -
    PoemsOfDD: Thank you everyone for your most supportive comments. I am very honored. Thank you also to all that reviewed my haiku poem. I am always grateful. ~DD -
    krys123: You're number one DD Marilyn.
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    Alx -
    PoemsOfDD: I feel so honored. Thank you guys. I am truly grateful for your supportive comments. ~DDxx -


FanStory wrote to PoemsOfDD: Haiku (silent dew drop clings) finished second in the contest "Haiku Poetry Contest"
    rama devi: Congrats! Nice image and theme! -
    rspoet: Congratulations, DD! Well done! -
    BeasPeas: How wonderful. Congratulations on your win. Marilyn -
    PoemsOfDD: Thank you everyone for your kind comments and support. I am truly grateful. ~DD🌸 -
    Mark D. R.: DD,

    Apparently, the overwhelming "viewpoint" of your verse IS outstanding. Congrats on this achievement.

    Mark -


FanStory wrote to PoemsOfDD: ~ Proudly Loud ~ finished third in the contest "3 Line Poetry Contest"


FanStory wrote to PoemsOfDD: Congratulations! ~ Without A Trace ~ won the contest "5-7-5 Poetry"
    PoemsOfDD: Thank you so much. I truly appreciate your support and well wishes. ~DD🌸 -
    lyenochka: Congratulations, DD!! Beautifully done! -
    krys123: Love the realistic metaphor, DD, and congratulations.
    Alx -
    BeasPeas: Congratulations, DD, for winning the contest. Marilyn -
    PoemsOfDD: Thank you so much everyone. Your encouragement and support inspires me further. I am always grateful. ~DD🌸 -


FanStory wrote to PoemsOfDD: ~ Ripples ~ finished third in the contest "Six Word Poetry Contest"
    PoemsOfDD: Thank you Rama. I appreciate your comment : -) ~DD -
    karenina: Congrats on an inspiring write...in six words! I didn't think it was possible!--Karenina -
    BeasPeas: Congratulations on placing in the contest, DD.
    Marilyn -
    PoemsOfDD: Thank you all for your support and encouragement. ~DD🌸 -


FanStory wrote to PoemsOfDD: ~ Novel Pursuit ~ finished second in the contest "Nonet Poetry Contest"
    PoemsOfDD: Thank you Ginnygray. I appreciate your comments. ~DD -
    rspoet: Congratulation. Well done. -
    karenina: Good show! Congratulations! Very original!--Karenina -
    PoemsOfDD: Thank you so much for your supportive comments. It is very much appreciated. ~DD -


FanStory wrote to PoemsOfDD: Congratulations! Haiku (dry autumn leaves crunch) won the contest "Haiku Poetry Contest"
    rama devi: Congrats! Great entry! Lovely presentation too. -
    JennaG: Congratulations to you, DD! :) -
    PoemsOfDD: Thank you so much for your kind wishes RD, JG, G. I am ever so grateful for this honour and to all those who took the time to review my haiku poem. I truly appreciate the encouragement. ~DD -
    BeasPeas: Concratulations DD for your win. Wonderful. Marilyn -
    MissMerri: Congratulations DD! I?m so proud of you! Your poem was especially beautiful. -
    PoemsOfDD: Thank you, thank you...I am very grateful for your encouragement, always. ~DD -


FanStory wrote to PoemsOfDD: ~ Live Life Loved ~ finished second in the contest "5-7-5 Poetry Contest"
    BeasPeas: Congratulations, DD. This is wonderful. Marilyn -
    PoemsOfDD: Thank you so much guys and to all that reviewed my poem. I am truly grateful. ~DD -


FanStory wrote to PoemsOfDD: ~ Simple Pleasures ~ finished second in the contest "ABC Poetry Contest"
    PoemsOfDD: I'm very grateful...thank you so very much. ~DDx -
    BeasPeas: Congratulations, DD, for your second place win. A wonderful poem. Marilyn -
    PoemsOfDD: Thank you guys. I truly love your support. ~DDxox -


FanStory wrote to PoemsOfDD: Congratulations! ~ Quietest Moments ~ won the contest "Nonet Poetry Contest"
    BeasPeas: Hi DD, congratulations on winning first. Way to go. Marilyn -
    Hitcher: Congratulations DD, well deserved friend : ) -
    RGstar: Well done. I didn't see this one as read a couple I thought could be winners. This worthy. Well done. -
    Dean Kuch: Oh, I'm so excited I peed myself!
    Congrats, DD...
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    PoemsOfDD: Thank you all so very much for your supportive and kind comments. I'm still in shock but I'm so truly grateful more than you know. ~DDxx -


FanStory wrote to PoemsOfDD: Tanka (cocoon of spun silk) finished third in the contest "Tanka Poetry Contest"
    rama devi:
    Kudos and congrats. Much deserved!
    -
    PoemsOfDD: Thank you so much everyone for your most appreciated support...and to all those that reviewed my poem. I'm always grateful. ~DD -


FanStory wrote to PoemsOfDD: ~ Our Messaging ~ finished third in the contest "Acrostic Poetry Contest"
    BeasPeas: Hi DD. Congratulations. Marilyn -
    PoemsOfDD: Thank you so much for all the kind comments and to all those that reviewed my poem. I truly appreciate the encouragement. ~DDoxo -


FanStory wrote to PoemsOfDD: Lifeless finished third in the contest "A poem about any type of key"
    PoemsOfDD: Thank you Boo ghost for your supportive comments and to all those that reviewed my poem. I am grateful. ~DD -


FanStory wrote to PoemsOfDD: Congratulations! ~ Lingering Questions ~ won the contest "Palindrome Poetry"
    JennaG: Congratulations, DD! :) -
    Kerry Robinson : Congratulations!!! An outstandingly tragic write. Truly wonderful. -
    rspoet: Congratulations on a great win. Well done! -
    PoemsOfDD: Thank you so very much for your warm comments and support.
    Thank you also to everyone that reviewed my poem. I am honored for this win more than you know. I can also thank the inspiration I get from other poets on this site. I am truly grateful. ~DD😘 -
    BeasPeas: This is wonderful, DD. Congratulations on your win. Marilyn -
    RGstar: Well done, excellent -
    PoemsOfDD: Thank you again for your sincere and supportive comments. I receive them with warmth and gratitude. ~DDx -
    Mustang Patty: You did a great job on this poem - a definite winner. -


FanStory wrote to PoemsOfDD: ~ Red Carp ~ finished second in the contest "Etheree Poetry"
    BeasPeas: Hi DD. Congratulations for your win in the Etheree contest. Just wonderful. Marilyn -
    PoemsOfDD: Thank you all so much for your wonderful wishes and to all the reviewers that took the time to read my Etheree poem. Your encouraging is very much appreciated. ~DDx -


FanStory wrote to PoemsOfDD: Congratulations! ~ Tree Of Life ~ won the contest "Lune Poetry Contest"
    BeasPeas: Congratulations, DD. I loved this poem. Great job. Marilyn -
    PoemsOfDD: Thank you everyone for your wonderful messages. I'm blown away by my win and honored by the response. Thank you also to all that have read and reviewed my Lune poem. It is very much appreciated. ~DD -
    MissMerri: I'm happy for your first place win, DD! That's wonderful! You can be very proud of this one. MM -
    PoemsOfDD: Thank you Patty and MM. I'm still seeing stars from my win and truly appreciate the encouraging comments :-) ~DDx -


FanStory wrote to PoemsOfDD: ~ Refugees ~ finished third in the contest "Lanturne Poetry"
    PoemsOfDD: Thank you Irish Rain and all those that reviewed my poem. I'm very grateful ~DD -


FanStory wrote to PoemsOfDD: ~ Wishing Upon A Star ~ finished second in the contest "Tanka Poetry Contest"
    PoemsOfDD: Thank you very much Irish Rain and to all those that reviewed my poem. I am very grateful. ~DD -


FanStory wrote to PoemsOfDD: Something So Simple finished third in the contest "Quasi-Triolet"
    Selina Stambi: Impressive string of ribbons, DD. Congratulations! -


FanStory wrote to PoemsOfDD: ~ The Birthday Invite ~ finished second in the contest "Monorhyme"


FanStory wrote to PoemsOfDD: Mindless Judgement finished third in the contest "10 Word Poem"


FanStory wrote to PoemsOfDD: Honesty finished third in the contest "2-4-2"


FanStory wrote to PoemsOfDD: ~ Beneath the Surface ~ finished second in the contest "Septolet"
    Ogden: Congratulations, DD!! Great message, very nicely expressed! -
    PoemsOfDD: Thank you Don and to all that voted for my septolet poem. I'm very grateful. ~DD -
    honeytree: Great and good on you.

    Honeytree -


FanStory wrote to PoemsOfDD: Being finished third in the contest "Quiet"


FanStory wrote to PoemsOfDD: Kitten Caboodle finished second in the contest "Kittens!"
    BeasPeas: Congratulations on placing in the contest. :) Marilyn -


FanStory wrote to PoemsOfDD: Congratulations! ~~ Starry, Starry Night ~~ won the contest "Palindrome Poetry"
    mfowler: A wonderful effort truly deserving of the win. Excellent. Congratulations. -
    MissMerri: Yay! DD... I told you you were a poet, didn't I? Congratulations on this great win! You have a winning way, that's for sure! -
    PoemsOfDD: Wow guys, thank you so much for your support and encouraging comments. I'm very honored for the win. I know there were some great entries to compete against. Thank you also to everyone that also reviewed my poem. ~DDx -
    Dean Kuch: Congrats, DD.
    Well done.
    ~Dean photo 4_17_51_zpswnoawaso.gif -
    PoemsOfDD: Thank you guys. I truly appreciate it. ~DDx -


FanStory wrote to PoemsOfDD: Lively Living finished second in the contest "Tyburn Poetry"


FanStory wrote to PoemsOfDD: ~~ Over Time ~~ finished third in the contest "3 Line Poem"


FanStory wrote to PoemsOfDD: Earth Endangered finished third in the contest "Without the trimmings"


FanStory wrote to PoemsOfDD: BIRD On The WING finished first in the contest "Bye Bye Blackbird"
    PoemsOfDD: Thank you so much Irish Rain and to those who voted for me :-) ~DD -


FanStory wrote to PoemsOfDD: Chocoholic finished third in the contest "Obsession"


FanStory wrote to PoemsOfDD: There's No Mistake finished second in the contest "Mono-rhyme"


FanStory wrote to PoemsOfDD: Wise Donkey finished second in the contest "Be Really Funny!"


FanStory wrote to PoemsOfDD: Life finished second in the contest "Under Ten Competition"


FanStory wrote to PoemsOfDD: Life's Dance finished first in the contest "Four line poem"
    PoemsOfDD: Thank you for your kind congratulations and -
    thank you to all those who voted for my four line poem. Much appreciation :-) ~DD -
    BeasPeas: Congratulations, DD, on your first place win. :) Marilyn -


FanStory wrote to PoemsOfDD: Reflective Moment finished first in the contest "Icicles"
    BeasPeas: Congratulations, DD, for winning the contest. Hugs, Marilyn -
    PoemsOfDD: Thank you Marilyn and way to go on your win too :-)

    Thank you also to those that voted for my poem. I'm very grateful. -


FanStory wrote to PoemsOfDD: Congratulations! ~~ Road Trip ~~ won the contest "Free Verse Poetry Contest"
    tfawcus: Congratulations on your win! -
    PoemsOfDD: Tony, thank you for your thoughts and thank you to all those that took time to read my free verse poem. I'm happy to have taken you on my Road Trip journey :-) ~DD -
    BeasPeas: Hi DD. Congratulations on winning the contest. Very nice indeed. Hugs, Marilyn -
    judiverse: Congratulations on winning the free verse poetry contest. Write on! judiverse -
    PoemsOfDD: Thank you so much for your wishes. I'm feeling very honored. Big hugs all round. ~DDx -
    Lovinia: Congratulations on your win. I enjoyed your road trip very much. Hugs - Lovi xoxo -


FanStory wrote to PoemsOfDD: Sweet Dreams finished second in the contest "Acrostic Poetry"
    PoemsOfDD: I appreciate all those that voted in the competition and related to my poem. ~DD -


FanStory wrote to PoemsOfDD: The Life of a Human Homeless finished first in the contest ""The Life of a............""
    PoemsOfDD: Thank you to those that voted for my poem, I am very grateful. I also count my blessings and am thankful to be able to sleep in a warm bed at night. ~DD -


FanStory wrote to PoemsOfDD: Empty Nest finished first in the contest "Lonely Poem"


FanStory wrote to PoemsOfDD: A Rude Awakening finished first in the contest "Use These Words"
    PoemsOfDD: Thank you to all those who voted for my 'cheeky' little poem. I hope you had as much fun reading it as I did writing it. I still have a giggle thinking I actually wrote down and then shared such thoughts. Lol ~DD -
    michaelcahill: Hilarious. No one believes this isn't biographical. HAHAHA!!!!!!! -


FanStory wrote to PoemsOfDD: Karma finished first in the contest "1-7-1"
    PoemsOfDD: I'm still in shock - two wins in one day...what are the odds? Thank you to all those that voted for my 1-7-1 poem. Good Karma has come and smiled on me today. Thank you ~DD -
    Joy Graham: Congratulations! You're living proof that dreams can come true :) Happy for you! -
    MissMerri: DD, you are definitely on a roll!! I'm so happy for you. This is wonderful! -
    PoemsOfDD: Thanks guys. You're all wonderful! I appreciate your comments. ~DD -


FanStory wrote to PoemsOfDD: Congratulations! ~~ The Proposal ~~ won the contest "Palindrome Poetry"
    Gloria ....: Way to go, DD! A wonderful Palindrome. Congratulations to you. :)) -
    michaelcahill: What a super piece, DD. Whoo Hooo. Congrats to you. -
    ~Dovey: Congrats on your fantastic palindrome win! :) -
    PoemsOfDD: I am truly surprised and excited by my win. My Palindrome poem certainly made me work for it but I'm very grateful 'The Proposal' had a good result in the end ... for me and for Bob! I was inspired to write Eve's response because a few reviewers were curious to know what her reply would be. I'm grateful to those who asked as you inspired me to write and include her answer in my poem.
    Thank you also for the kind words of congratulations :-)~DD -
    Joy Graham: Congratulations! Will we be invited to the wedding? -
    Leineco: Congrats on the win DD :-)
    (AND the proposal ;-) -
    PoemsOfDD: Thank you everyone for your wonderful comments. I feel very honored. ~DD -


FanStory wrote to PoemsOfDD: Freedom finished second in the contest "Monorhyme"
    PoemsOfDD: The best poem won and so I'm thankful for this pretty ribbon :-) ~DD -


FanStory wrote to PoemsOfDD: Respect Her Please finished first in the contest "Earth Day 2016"
    michaelcahill: Great work. This was a tough form and you rocked the house. -
    PoemsOfDD: Thank you so much guys I've only just noticed your wonderful comments. I'm very honored. Thank you again ~DD -


FanStory wrote to PoemsOfDD: Congratulations! Honorable mention in the reviewing contest!
    michaelcahill: Wow. This is a reward for quality for sure. Congratulations. Well earned. -
    PoemsOfDD: Thanks everyone. I certainly didn't see this coming and so didn't expect anything. To get an honorable mention is very sweet :-) ~ DD🌸 -


FanStory wrote to PoemsOfDD: Congratulations! ~~ Date Night ~~ won the contest "Acrostic New Arrival Poetry"
    PoemsOfDD: My first reaction was WOW WEE!! I'd forgotten all about my entry into this Acrostic competition and now it has won. Such a delightful surprise especially given that it was my very first Acrostic poem attempt. Thank you very much for this recognition. I feel gratefully honored. -
    Gloria ....: Way to go, DD! Excellent acrostic, you. :)) -
    PoemsOfDD: Gloria..Thank you kindly my friend. D:-) I'm still elated. -
    Dean Kuch: Huge CONGRATULATIONS, DD.
    Way to go!
    ~Dean -
    PoemsOfDD: ~Dean, thank you for the congrats. I'm very thankful for the 'applause' and for the support. DD:-) -
    I am Cat: Yay! Gotta love those SEVEN Star Ratings! ;) Good job DD! ;) -
    BeasPeas: Hi DD. Congratulations! Marilyn -
    PoemsOfDD: Thank you all for the congratulation wishes. You are always so very supportive. I am most grateful and appreciative. DD🌸 -
    MissMerri: A standing ovation for your first acrostic, and your first place win! That's a super initiation to the site. You only joined four months ago, and you're already a huge success! Congratulations! -
    PoemsOfDD: Thank you MissMerri. To be given the opportunity to compose and share instead of hiding words in a journal that sat dormant for years is liberating creativity and refreshing personally. DD🌸 -