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CSP: A Collection of Poems

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A collection of poetry

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Comment from Judian James
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You will find short pieces are harder to review because the "editor" requires longer reviews than the actual piece!
This is very nice Sue. It's stark and hopeful. excellent

 Comment Written 03-Dec-2008


reply by the author on 03-Dec-2008
    Ahh, so true! ha! Thanks, Jude, for your very nice review and your specific comments. With regards, Sue
Comment from dportwood
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Sixteezkid,

I like the expression and power you have put into these 21 syllables. Strong imagery in 'The feeling's mutual'. Good luck in the contest.

Duane

 Comment Written 03-Dec-2008


reply by the author on 03-Dec-2008
    Funny...after I wrote this piece, it took just a second to get that title. I looked at these words which are relevant to me right now and I said to the canvas, "the feelings mutual". Ha!! So glad you enjoyed! With regards, Sue
Comment from Christina Steiner
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Four lines and a title. It tells the story of a moment. It reflects the mood I have sometimes when the words elude me. The last line is especially good because of the double meaning for sound Maybe it could be plural geniouses or a genius.

 Comment Written 03-Dec-2008


reply by the author on 03-Dec-2008
    Christina, I am SO appreciative of this "exceptional" review! Am so glad you liked this work!!

    I hear what you are saying about the plural or "a genius", but the double-entendre of "stroke of genius" is almost the essence of the work. BUT, I most certainly welcome any and ALL comments and suggestions. God only knows it has helped me grow so much here.

    Again, I am very honored you felt this piece deserved this esteemed review.
    Warmest regards, Sue
Comment from Minglement
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Ah, a lovely entry for the contest. Loved the theme and the implied parallels to other elements of life. Great illustration and the poem itself has a nice rythm. Good luck.

 Comment Written 03-Dec-2008


reply by the author on 03-Dec-2008
    minglement, thank you for pointing out how it can be applied to so many other aspects of life. Love hearing how readers have their own "take" on a piece. Your review is so appreciated. Regards, Sue
Comment from luna
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I like this. That's how I've been feeling about my writing lately, like the paper is just waiting there for me to write something on it. You expressed my feelings well.

Thank you.

Yours,

Luna *smile*

 Comment Written 03-Dec-2008


reply by the author on 03-Dec-2008
    Luna, don't we all love to know we are "not alone" -ha! It can be tough. I have not painted for a couple of weeks now and am, quiet literally, looking at a blank canvas. Maybe getting this out will help me (hopefully!!!). Your words will flow across that blank sheet very soon! with regards, Sue
Comment from rmdelta
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Sue,

What a great contest entry. So well worded and each of these great words carries its own powerful message. Good luck in this contest. You can certainly count on my vote.

Reggie

 Comment Written 03-Dec-2008


reply by the author on 03-Dec-2008
    rmdelta, thanks so much now for your "vote of confidence" in my work!!! I just had to enter this contest, as the challenge to learn this "new-to-me" genre was to irresistible. Makes one work very hard. Your review is most appreciated! With regards, Sue
Comment from jlsavell
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Sixteezkid, once again you have done it and with great imagery and flair..wonderful..appropriate artwork to acompany your naani....jlsavell

 Comment Written 03-Dec-2008


reply by the author on 03-Dec-2008
    jlsavell, your words are very encouraging for me to "keep at it" - ha!! And I want to thank you for your very generous review. With regards, Sue
Comment from wierdgrace
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what a wonderful poem and well structure and I see no errors or revisions this is perfect for the contest, images strong, emotional words for the color and the art. good luck

 Comment Written 03-Dec-2008


reply by the author on 03-Dec-2008
    weirdgrace, I thank you for your critique and specific comments. And for your very generous review. With regards, Sue
Comment from Margaret Snowdon
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This is a good piece of
freeverse, cleverly thoughtout,
and albeit short, the words speak
volumes.

Good luck with the contest,

Margaret.


 Comment Written 03-Dec-2008


reply by the author on 03-Dec-2008
    Margaret, thank you for your very kind review and specific comments. And for your well-wishing for the contest. There is a lot of good work in that one! Glad I signed up for it, as it taught me this new genre. Trying to develop a "no fear" attitude!! Ha!! With regards, Sue
Comment from Winslow
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Dear 16,

Ya, I guess even a blank canvass can dream. Excellent poem, it makes me think of a baby waiting to be taught by his parents. If only all parents were geniuses.

Warm regards,

Winslow

 Comment Written 03-Dec-2008


reply by the author on 03-Dec-2008
    Winslow, so glad you mentioned what you got out of this work. "a baby waiting to be taught". Very cool! Thank you very much for your very kind review. Much appreciated, Sue