Decisions
A poem about making decisions.30 total reviews
Comment from harmony13
The author's words are so true. They are engaging, descriptive and
creative. I found this poem thought provoking and agree very much with
the theme and words of this poem. Thank you for the author's notes - I found these words complimenting this well written poem. Great Poem!
reply by the author on 11-Oct-2023
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The author's words are so true. They are engaging, descriptive and
creative. I found this poem thought provoking and agree very much with
the theme and words of this poem. Thank you for the author's notes - I found these words complimenting this well written poem. Great Poem!
Comment Written 10-Oct-2023
reply by the author on 11-Oct-2023
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Thanks, Maria. I wish I played chess as well as I write poems.
Comment from Debbie D'Arcy
An original and finely expressed take on the way of life! You've captured the intricacies involved in your neatly rhyming verse which I enjoyed reading. Also well illustrated. Thanks for sharing and good luck! Debbie
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An original and finely expressed take on the way of life! You've captured the intricacies involved in your neatly rhyming verse which I enjoyed reading. Also well illustrated. Thanks for sharing and good luck! Debbie
Comment Written 10-Oct-2023
reply by the author on 11-Oct-2023
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Thanks, Debbie. Chess is easy. Life is hard.
Comment from dragonpoet
This is so true of most of our lives and is a good metaphor.
Keep writing and stay healthy.
Good luck with the contest.
Have a good rest of the week.
Joan
reply by the author on 11-Oct-2023
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This is so true of most of our lives and is a good metaphor.
Keep writing and stay healthy.
Good luck with the contest.
Have a good rest of the week.
Joan
Comment Written 10-Oct-2023
reply by the author on 11-Oct-2023
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Thanks, Joan. I just got back from northern Maine. The rest of the week doesn't stand a chance.
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No problem, Paul.
Sounds like you had a good vacation.
Joan
Comment from Emily Zampetti
As a struggling chess player myself, I can entirely relate to this poem. I like the simplicity and think the rhymes work well. I might make a few adjustments in wording.
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reply by the author on 11-Oct-2023
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As a struggling chess player myself, I can entirely relate to this poem. I like the simplicity and think the rhymes work well. I might make a few adjustments in wording.
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Comment Written 10-Oct-2023
reply by the author on 11-Oct-2023
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Thanks for the review, Emily. I'll take a look at the wording.
Comment from Janet Foor
Like in chess, we need to look to the next move and the next and pray we make the right move. Life's Divisions often have consequences just like in the game.
Well done.
Blessings
Janet
reply by the author on 11-Oct-2023
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Like in chess, we need to look to the next move and the next and pray we make the right move. Life's Divisions often have consequences just like in the game.
Well done.
Blessings
Janet
Comment Written 10-Oct-2023
reply by the author on 11-Oct-2023
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Thanks, Janet. I can usually look a few moves ahead in chess, but sometimes it's hard to look one move ahead in life.
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That is definitely a true statement.
Comment from Cathy M
I had to give this six stars. You encapsulated life in these short lines. When we work it's always trying to make life choices and make it work with work choices. Sometimes the pawn must be sacrificed. Then you get to retirement age and the stress of life can, if you let it, go away. Very well done.
reply by the author on 11-Oct-2023
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I had to give this six stars. You encapsulated life in these short lines. When we work it's always trying to make life choices and make it work with work choices. Sometimes the pawn must be sacrificed. Then you get to retirement age and the stress of life can, if you let it, go away. Very well done.
Comment Written 10-Oct-2023
reply by the author on 11-Oct-2023
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Thanks, Cathy. You have hit the nail on the head with your comment on life choices and work choices. I have probably made more than a few bad ones.
Comment from Dolly'sPoems
I love the game of chess and we can learn a lot about life with this game. We have to think of our forward moves before making a decision, what would be the consequences of our actions as we could lose our Queen! A fine post, much enjoyed, good luck with the contest, love Dolly x
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I love the game of chess and we can learn a lot about life with this game. We have to think of our forward moves before making a decision, what would be the consequences of our actions as we could lose our Queen! A fine post, much enjoyed, good luck with the contest, love Dolly x
Comment Written 10-Oct-2023
reply by the author on 11-Oct-2023
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Thanks, Christine. You are my queen.
Comment from Ginda Simpson
A clever way to describe the choices and decisions we must make as we move through life. Hopefully there are enough good ones to move us towards a win. This is excellent writing.
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A clever way to describe the choices and decisions we must make as we move through life. Hopefully there are enough good ones to move us towards a win. This is excellent writing.
Comment Written 10-Oct-2023
reply by the author on 11-Oct-2023
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Thanks, Ginda. Sometimes it's tough choosing the good ones.
Comment from Tom Horonzy
As astute as your words could have been, the story as told reminds me of a game of darts wherein a dart was thrown but missed the bullseye. I suggest, with no ill intent intended, you massage this piece to a better end. The idea is brilliant but the entry has a lot of chop, as waves bouncing a skiff, for me.
reply by the author on 11-Oct-2023
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As astute as your words could have been, the story as told reminds me of a game of darts wherein a dart was thrown but missed the bullseye. I suggest, with no ill intent intended, you massage this piece to a better end. The idea is brilliant but the entry has a lot of chop, as waves bouncing a skiff, for me.
Comment Written 10-Oct-2023
reply by the author on 11-Oct-2023
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Thanks, Tom. How about mate in three?
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If you have not changed a thing I may have mistakenly critique it in err as I read it again and brilliantvremains.
Comment from Terry Broxson
This is a nicely written poem and does provide some insights into life using chess as a metaphor. The other thing chess requires is a strategy in the attempt to win. Combining the strategy and the right decisions determines the outcome. Well done. Terry.
reply by the author on 11-Oct-2023
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This is a nicely written poem and does provide some insights into life using chess as a metaphor. The other thing chess requires is a strategy in the attempt to win. Combining the strategy and the right decisions determines the outcome. Well done. Terry.
Comment Written 10-Oct-2023
reply by the author on 11-Oct-2023
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Come on, Terry. You mean I've got to have a strategy, too?
LOL, only if you want to win!