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BOOK OF RENGA POEMS

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Renga is a collective poets Japanese poem

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Comment from barbara.wilkey
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I have read a few of the renga poems and want to let you know, I still have no clue about the mechanics of them, BUT I do know I enjoy reading them and your poem was fun to read. Thank you for that.

 Comment Written 03-Dec-2024


reply by the author on 03-Dec-2024
    Hi Barb, thanks so much for the awesome review and comments for my North Country Magic. I appreciate it so much, my dear friend. Love, Debi
Comment from Ric Myworld
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Oh, when winter comes along, snow falling, and reindeer prancing, it won't be long before the magical mystery of the big and jolly Santa will travel the world bringing joy. :-) Thanks for sharing.

 Comment Written 03-Dec-2024


reply by the author on 03-Dec-2024
    Aha, you are very perceptive, Ric. I was hoping to be only slightly obvious, but you nailed me on this one. LOL. I love your reaction. Thank you so much for having some fun with me on this one. Love, Debi
Comment from Marilyn Hamilton
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Debi, this seems like something new for you or at least something I haven't seen much from you. I like it. :-) could the magic in the air be the fact that these reindeer belong to Santa? Good job.

 Comment Written 03-Dec-2024


reply by the author on 03-Dec-2024
    Hi Marilyn, thanks so much for the awesome review and comments for my North Country Magic. I appreciate it so much, my dear friend. Every once in a while I love to try something different, like I did with Cornfield Frankenstein. Love, Debi
Comment from nomi338
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They know and anticipate Santa's call. The sturdiest ones have been preparing all year for that special summons. Eating all the proper foods, drinking lots of water, shedding any unnecessary fat. They are fit and ready for the upcoming task. The young ones take note hoping to learn so that one day they might replace one or more of the elder ones who are ready to retire.

 Comment Written 03-Dec-2024


reply by the author on 03-Dec-2024
    Hi Nomi, you are so funny. Thanks so much for the awesome review and comments for my North Country Magic. I appreciate it so much, my dear BBBB. Love, Debi
Comment from karenina
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You've chosen two 7/7 lines that seem to snuggle nicely right after Debbie's 5/7/5. This collaborative form is enticing and I'm enjoying seeing so many participating and "finishing" Renga after Renga in the 5/7/5 then 7/7 form.

I read somewhere that traditional renga often involved collaborating with one hundred authors!

Your reference to magic brings forth the beauty of nature and the spirit of the Christmas season.

The image is delightful -- and HUGE!

Karenina

 Comment Written 03-Dec-2024


reply by the author on 03-Dec-2024
    Thanks so much, K. I appreciate it so very much. Do you think I should cut the picture down a bit? Maybe that would help. I have done that for others where I thought it was too big. Thanks so much for your very lovely review of my Renga. Love,, Debi
reply by karenina on 03-Dec-2024
    It's a tad overwhelming for the two lines, in my opinion. Maybe decreasing the size would balance it out?
reply by the author on 03-Dec-2024
    Well I cut it down and twelve times I tried to put the new one in and it keeps coming back as the big one. That happens to me all the time. I will keep trying tho.
reply by karenina on 04-Dec-2024
    Grrr. I have had the same problem...

    Maybe it is just to pretty to make smaller!

reply by the author on 04-Dec-2024
    There are some goodies in your email and stupidity in your PM and you will haves more as the day goes on.
reply by karenina on 04-Dec-2024
    I saw my PM and joined you in your fun!
    Thanks...

    I'll go check my email now...
Comment from patcelaw
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This is beautifully written for the book of poems that it belongs with. I wish you the very best with all of your writing. I also wish you a very good day and may God bless you. Patricia.

 Comment Written 03-Dec-2024


reply by the author on 03-Dec-2024
    Hi Patricia, and thanks so much for the awesome review and comments for my North Country Magic. I appreciate it so much, my dear friend. Love, Debi
Comment from Sally Law
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Just beautiful, my friend. You must be the 7-7 syllable poem of the Renga book. I have a thing for reindeers and think they're mystical creatures. Stunning imagery and perfect for the book of poems, my friend.
Sending you my best today as always and Blessings for Christmas!
Love,
Sal XOs

 Comment Written 03-Dec-2024


reply by the author on 03-Dec-2024
    Hi Sally, yes, mine is a 7-7 poem in the Renga poem book. The 5-7-5 alternates each time with the 7-7. Thanks for the lovely review and words, my dear friend.
    Love, Debi
Comment from Kayte Ray
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I like the picture you have chosen. It gives the reader a jumping off point for the mental image. I would love to see you continue this, it feels like you could go any of several directions. Nice write.

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 Comment Written 03-Dec-2024


reply by the author on 03-Dec-2024
    Hi Kayte, a Renga poem is only two lines of seven syllables each, so can't be expanded on. Thank you for reading it though.
    Debi
Comment from Y. M. Roger
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Oh, what a lovely vision your words create for the reader... no pic even necessary! ;) Great presentation and fulfillment of the club Renga here -- thanx for sharing! ;)

 Comment Written 03-Dec-2024


reply by the author on 03-Dec-2024
    YM, you are so kind and I so appreciate your awesome review and comments so very much. Thanks again, my friend. Love, Debi
Comment from Gayla putnam
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The picture grabbed my attention and your words were perfect. I liked the use of lowercase letters. In a few words, you captured the essence. A nice poem for the season. gayla

 Comment Written 03-Dec-2024


reply by the author on 03-Dec-2024
    Gayla, you are so kind and I so appreciate your awesome review and comments so very much. Thanks again, my friend. Love, Debi