Comment from bob cullen

Excellent

I can see why this won, it is simply stunning in the mind picture it presents.

Though not a fan of free verse, poems of this quality may well change my opinion.

 Comment Written 11-Jul-2012

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reply by the author on 12-Jul-2012

Thank you so much, Bob, for such an encouraging and thoughtful review. Like you, I've never been a big fan of free verse either, but I think you should give it a try. You might like it! Thanks again. Connie

Comment from MissMerri

Exceptional

I read this awesome poem and said to myself, "Self... see what you miss when you don't come to FanStory?" I missed this and might never have seen it (horrid thought!) if you hadn't won first place in this contest. I am so delighted... for both of us! You won a second time, and I got to read a truly beautiful, breathtaking, visual poem so wonderfully written. I'm truly thankful to have found it, and of course, truly thrilled that your poem won. Congratulations and huge hugs from a loyal and devoted fan. :D

 Comment Written 10-Jul-2012

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reply by the author on 10-Jul-2012

What a wonderful review, Adonna! Thank you, my sweet friend. You have always been an inspiration for me to try to improve my writing--honestly, you have been just that! I must admit I was pretty shocked to have won this. I never think my poetry is as good as many on this site, you included. But I will certainly not turn away the winnings! I think of you as a little angel who is always doing good things for others, but often behind the scenes. And the next time we meet for lunch, I will be more specific about that. Thank you again, and thank you for the six stars too! Love, Connie

Comment from phill doran

Excellent

Hello there
I can see clearly why this is rated so highly: an excellent piece of writing. I also battle a bit with 'free verse' which is all the more reason why I find this piece impressive - it flows and builds a warm and understated picture of your environment and your place in it.
Really, an excellent work this - I wish you well with you future writing.
Cheers
phill

 Comment Written 10-Jul-2012

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reply by the author on 10-Jul-2012

Thank you, Phil, for all those nice comments about my poem. I truly appreciate it.
Connie

reply by the author on 10-Jul-2012

Thank you, Phil, for all those nice comments about my poem. I truly appreciate it.
Connie

Comment from marilyo

Excellent

My warmest congratulations for a lovely piece which truly deserved to win! I enjoyed the moment in time at the wetlands which you ably captured in words. A photo would have immortalized the moment, yes, but as your poem says, the vision of the moment is etched forever in your heart. Well done.

 Comment Written 09-Jul-2012

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reply by the author on 10-Jul-2012

Thank you so much for such a warm and encouraging review.
Connie

reply by the author on 10-Jul-2012

Thank you so much for such a warm and encouraging review.
Connie

reply by marilyo on 10-Jul-2012

My pleasure

Comment from fluffnstuff

Exceptional

congratulations on the obviously, well received and thought about poem of yours. I am so determined to hang in there until i can achieve such honors. i do enjoy your writes connie. dianne

 Comment Written 09-Jul-2012

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reply by the author on 10-Jul-2012

Thank you, Dianne, for such a thoughtful review and for the six-star rating as well. I'm still a little shocked that I won. Connie :>)

reply by the author on 10-Jul-2012

Thank you, Dianne, for such a thoughtful review and for the six-star rating as well. I'm still a little shocked that I won. Connie :>)

Comment from anabellapongasi

Excellent

Congratulations! A very well deserved win. I love the breathtaking imagery you have painted with your words in this beautifully penned free verse. I totally enjoyed reading this. Great job. Kudos!
Anabella

 Comment Written 09-Jul-2012

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reply by the author on 09-Jul-2012

Thank you so much, Anabella, for your lovely review.
Connie

reply by anabellapongasi on 09-Jul-2012

you're welcome:)

Comment from jarrenh718

Exceptional

This is an awesome poem. I aspire to write in this way--with imagery that transports the reader to a different world, an exhilarating one. Simple and highly effective. Thanks for the inspiration.
Jarren

 Comment Written 08-Jul-2012

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reply by the author on 08-Jul-2012

Thank you so much, Jarren, for such a wonderful review and a six-star rating. I am truly honored. Connie

Comment from mermaids

Excellent

Congrats on winning the contest. I enjoy nature poetry and here you create a vivid scene of teh wetlands. I like the mention of the sparrows, geese and yellow finches that live there.

 Comment Written 08-Jul-2012

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reply by the author on 08-Jul-2012

Thank you so much for your lovely review and for the congratulations. I truly appreciate it. Connie

Comment from nancyjam

Excellent

Congratulations on your win. I can certainly see why it won.
You capture the scene beautifully with vividly described
images both visual and sensory.
Well done. Nancy

 Comment Written 08-Jul-2012

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reply by the author on 08-Jul-2012

Thank you so much, Nancy, for your thoughtful review and for the congratulations too. I am thrilled (and surprised) to have won the contest. Connie

Comment from Jean Lutz

Excellent

First of all congratulations on the win. Also I thank you as one all too familiar with the wetlands. I live near the Louisiana coast where the wetlands have taken too many beatings from hurricanes and more recently the oil spill. Not sure how much longer they will be there.

 Comment Written 08-Jul-2012

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reply by the author on 08-Jul-2012

Thank you, Jean, for your congratulations and your feedback. How sad it is that the wetlands of Louisiana could disappear. My husband and I drove all the way from California to Louisiana a few months ago, and it is beautiful there. I hope you get to keep those wetlands. Connie