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CSP: A Collection of Poems

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A collection of poetry

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Comment from skye
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Great poem about cruelty and its effects.
Your poem follows the form and structure very well...
wonderful choice of color and artwork.
Well done.

 Comment Written 09-Mar-2009

Comment from fayesh
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A great definition of "cruel" in poetic terms. The line "neverminding the aftermath" usually does happen when cruelty is in play. Nice job

 Comment Written 09-Mar-2009

reply by the author on 10-Mar-2009
    Yes, they just walk away and leave wreckage in their wake. Thanks very much for your very generous review. With regards, Sue
Comment from Dreamdancer
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Hello my friend,
Another excellent write and one that holds a true to life message. There are a lot of cruel people out in the world. Excellent write and thanks for sharing.... Dreamdancer

 Comment Written 09-Mar-2009

reply by the author on 10-Mar-2009
    Dreamdancer!!! I have been thinking of you a lot! Am so very glad to hear from you. Was so surprised to see your name here. Missing your writing very much. Thank you for your very kind review, Sue
Comment from c_lucas
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For missing the contest's dead line, fifty lashes with a dangling participle. For writing a beautiful poem, a thousand Kudos. Very well written with good imagery and descriptive scheme.

 Comment Written 09-Mar-2009

reply by the author on 10-Mar-2009
    AHHH!!!! A dangling participle! LOL!! Now THAT is hilarious! You're a scream. Thanks so much for your very kind (and funny) review! Sue :-))
reply by c_lucas on 10-Mar-2009
    You're welcome, Sue. Charlie
Comment from DecrepitOldBag
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Oh no! Not another deadline missed! Whatever is happening? This would definitely be a winner. Once again, you have caught, in few words the essence of something. It is a brave subject to tackle too. Great writing.
All the best.
Kat

 Comment Written 09-Mar-2009

reply by the author on 09-Mar-2009
    Yep! I'm a fool - ha! I thought Sunday was the deadline. Anyway, got in the rict mood and stayed in it, so posted. Thanks very much for your generous review. Always, Sue
Comment from Nescher Pyscher
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Freaking HATE rictameters - along with MOST forms of structure, metered poetry - but I think you pulled this one off, too.

:0)

 Comment Written 09-Mar-2009

reply by the author on 09-Mar-2009
    C'mon...tell me what you really feel! HA! What I love about highly structured forms is that it is fantastic practice at being highly selective with word choice (for all my poetry). A great tool. And, without the need for rhyme, it's (dare I say it?) almost like being able to do free-verse! Arghh! Don't take away a star from me for saying that!! LOL! Thanks for TRYING to like this. Sue :-))
Comment from Perp Ihebom
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This i9s a nice poem that has a hard-hitting message, especially to all those who enjoy tormenting others either emotionally or physically. The arrangement of the lines is artfully done. kudos

 Comment Written 09-Mar-2009

Comment from sharon fallis
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This is a very well done rictameter! I enjoyed reading this, and liked what it had to say. Great imagery. Good word choices and usage. Sharon

 Comment Written 09-Mar-2009

reply by the author on 09-Mar-2009
    Sharon, thank you for your very nice compliments on this piece and for your kind review. With regards, Sue
Comment from bluefly
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Hi Sue,
It sure is a shame you missed the contest with this poem. This is really good! Such a "cruel" turn of fate, eh?...sorry, I couldn't resist. LOL. But seriously, this really is a great piece.
Scott

 Comment Written 09-Mar-2009

reply by the author on 09-Mar-2009
    Ah...yes! Such a cruel turn of fate. Ha! Glad you liked this piece. And thanks for your very generous review. Sue
Comment from Joan E.
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Wow, this form is a natural for your theme. It is so succinct and packed with emotion. I especially liked the line "damaged swath of pain" and the wordplay with "aftermath". I'm so sorry you missed the deadline because this would have been a fabulous entry.

 Comment Written 08-Mar-2009

reply by the author on 09-Mar-2009
    Hi Joan, I'm assuming you're back home from Philadelphia. I'm sure the service was a beautiful tribute. So glad you really liked this piece. Thanks very much for your great review. Warmest regards, Sue
reply by Joan E. on 09-Mar-2009
    Yes, we're back--it was in the 60's to 70's, warmer than So Cal, and 7 French horns played at the church--both remarkable. Actually, the family reunion was wonderful. Thanks for thinking about me.