Comment from Louise Michelle

Excellent

Hi Dean,

I always loved that song and love your poem as well. As always, your images enhance your words and make it so much fun to read.

Hugs,
Lou

 Comment Written 06-Jun-2014

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reply by the author on 06-Jun-2014

Thanks, Lou. I appreciate that.

Comment from Muffins

Excellent

This poem is brilliant (a word I use a lot about your work) in its beauty and savagery regarding having, holding and keeping the faith. Johnny's heart for the lord is meticulously expressive and proves once again that good triumphs evil every time.
A powerful poem. Your rhyming is complex and reads like a story you can't put down. This deserves a six but I don't have any, so a five will have to do.

 Comment Written 06-Jun-2014

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reply by the author on 06-Jun-2014

Well, I don't know about brilliance, Muffins, but I'm really glad you think so, LOL.

Thanks for the positive feedback. I's much appreciated!

Comment from Dorothy Farrell

Exceptional

This is quite a tour de force and great pictures. I really like the song 'The devil went DOWN to Georgia' - This reminded me of that song - and reading your author notes I'm sure Charlie Daniels would think it great. CD did not write or play the first version of this song - I love it. Regards Dorothy

 Comment Written 06-Jun-2014

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reply by the author on 06-Jun-2014

Thanks so much for a wonderfully complimentary review, Dorothy. I'm much obliged!

Comment from Andrewajgblue

Exceptional

Absolutely brilliant, a fantastic follow up, it flowed so well, I loved your internal rhyme and great end ryhmes, you are so talented it's without doubt the best I've read for a long time, and as always the most fantastic presentation , you really are in a league of your own,
Andrew

 Comment Written 06-Jun-2014

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reply by the author on 06-Jun-2014

Thanks, Andrew, I really appreciate that! While there are a few that don't agree with you, at least you think so, and that's enough for me!

I sincerely appreciate your positive feedback, my friend. Take care.

Comment from emrpoems

Exceptional

Even if I didn't want to I would have to give you this six. you are certainly talented with words and you know how to show them off in the form of poetry.Well done as usual

 Comment Written 06-Jun-2014

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reply by the author on 06-Jun-2014

Well, thank you, emrpoems...I think? No, seriously, I appreciate what you've said, and I am very grateful for your wonderful review and sixth star.

Comment from Phyllis Stewart

Excellent

Dumb ole devil never learns, does he? Just too damn stuck on himself and can't back up words with talent. VEry good story poem and a nice addition to the legendary song. :)

 Comment Written 06-Jun-2014

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reply by the author on 09-Jun-2014

Thanks.

Comment from James Dooney

Exceptional

I love this work mate. The first thing that came to my head aftr it was "Rime of the ancient mariner"- my favorite poem ever. YOur work just has so much balls and strength to it in my opine. Great job.

 Comment Written 06-Jun-2014

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reply by the author on 09-Jun-2014

Thanks.

Comment from michaelcahill

Exceptional

Yes, of course, I had my guitar out singing this!!! Awesome piece. I won't be surprised if I hear this on the radio. Great follow up, every bit the quality of the original. Perhaps a bit better to be honest. But, you did have some inspiration going in. You never cease to amaze! Mikey

 Comment Written 06-Jun-2014

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reply by the author on 09-Jun-2014

Thanks.

Comment from c_lucas

Excellent

You did an excellent job with your rendition of Charlie Daniels song. This is very well written with a smooth flow of words, making for a very good read.

 Comment Written 06-Jun-2014

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reply by the author on 09-Jun-2014

Thanks.

reply by c_lucas on 09-Jun-2014

You're welcome, Dean. Charlie

Comment from country ranch writer

Excellent

Everyone knows Charlie Daniels and his band so I do not think he will be put out by your rendition of his song. I think it came out beautifuly

 Comment Written 05-Jun-2014

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reply by the author on 09-Jun-2014

Thanks.

reply by country ranch writer on 09-Jun-2014

did you read my story is it to bland?

reply by the author on 09-Jun-2014

I did read it, CRW. I thought it was very good, and has humor in it too. I enjoyed it, but I'm waiting until the contest actually begins to do reviews.

reply by country ranch writer on 09-Jun-2014

Hey, no problem I do not expect to win I just wanted your approval it was ok for a horror story. There are better writers with more experience at this stuff than I. I consider myself the new kid on the block when it comes to this genere