Desultory Drifting
The Golden Shovel poetry form...54 total reviews
Comment from JennStar
I liked the poem. This has a very interesting format that I haven't run across before. I like the idea of using the poem inspiring poem in the works and giving it credit. The poem itself is good I didn't find any issues with formatting and the flow was good for me.
reply by the author on 23-Aug-2021
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I liked the poem. This has a very interesting format that I haven't run across before. I like the idea of using the poem inspiring poem in the works and giving it credit. The poem itself is good I didn't find any issues with formatting and the flow was good for me.
Comment Written 23-Aug-2021
reply by the author on 23-Aug-2021
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Thanks! It was a new form for me. Emily D. Is my favorite poet so using her first two lines as end words was a challenge I delighted in!
Karenina
Comment from Wendy G
I love those lines from Emily Dickinson! The form of this poetry looks quite difficult - but interesting, despite the challenge. I enjoyed your poem -it takes a few readings. I particularly like the expression "A frozen spike of ice is hope", as it seems to imply something brittle, which must be protected from breakage, as hope is fragile and must be protected. ell written.
I hope that you are continuing to make good progress each day. Prayers for a quick recovery, and hugs.
Wendy
reply by the author on 23-Aug-2021
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I love those lines from Emily Dickinson! The form of this poetry looks quite difficult - but interesting, despite the challenge. I enjoyed your poem -it takes a few readings. I particularly like the expression "A frozen spike of ice is hope", as it seems to imply something brittle, which must be protected from breakage, as hope is fragile and must be protected. ell written.
I hope that you are continuing to make good progress each day. Prayers for a quick recovery, and hugs.
Wendy
Comment Written 23-Aug-2021
reply by the author on 23-Aug-2021
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Thank you Wendy! I like your interpretation of my first line...hope can, indeed be fragile!
Karenina
Comment from Seshadri_Sreenivasan
I am in awe with the Golden Poetry form. Never heard about it till now. I think it needs intellectual acumen and a command over the language to write it. Unfortunately, my brain is frozen now even to comment on your poem:) All I can say is I will read your poem a couple of times, and find out if I can come anywhere near its class. Cheers!
reply by the author on 23-Aug-2021
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I am in awe with the Golden Poetry form. Never heard about it till now. I think it needs intellectual acumen and a command over the language to write it. Unfortunately, my brain is frozen now even to comment on your poem:) All I can say is I will read your poem a couple of times, and find out if I can come anywhere near its class. Cheers!
Comment Written 23-Aug-2021
reply by the author on 23-Aug-2021
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Thanks so much! A new form for me as well! The challenge sparked my long overdue muse. Thanks for the six stars! I hope you give this a try...
Karenina
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I have never been a serious student of English. Can you please suggest a poem to enable me to make an attempt?
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Google Robert Frost, perhaps? "Stopping By Woods on a Snowy Evening" is a classic . Remember, you can choose as little as one single line!
Be sure to cite the poem title and the author in your notes!
Karenina
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Great. I love it. I have done quite a few landscapes inspired by 'The woods are lovely...... I'll start working on it. Thanks alot.
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I look forward d to your post!
Karenina
Comment from Paul McFarland
Great job on the this most difficult form, but you, like Emily most of the time, leave me at a loss for most of the poem. I'm sure that Emily would be proud.
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reply by the author on 23-Aug-2021
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Great job on the this most difficult form, but you, like Emily most of the time, leave me at a loss for most of the poem. I'm sure that Emily would be proud.
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The highest and the lowest rating are not included in calculations.
Comment Written 22-Aug-2021
reply by the author on 23-Aug-2021
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Not everyone's cup of tea, I understand. Thanks for reviewing.
Karenina
Comment from duchessofdrumborg
"Desultory Drifting", is an extremely well-written and delightfully descriptive piece. Penned with craft and skill. This talented poet's work was a privilege to both read and review. To me this is definitely a six. I'm so pleased to read your work again.
reply by the author on 23-Aug-2021
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"Desultory Drifting", is an extremely well-written and delightfully descriptive piece. Penned with craft and skill. This talented poet's work was a privilege to both read and review. To me this is definitely a six. I'm so pleased to read your work again.
Comment Written 22-Aug-2021
reply by the author on 23-Aug-2021
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Thank you for your lovely comments and these six stars! Much appreciated!
Karenina
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Karenina, you certainly deserved them.
God bless you and take care,
the Duchess
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Stay well!
Karenina
Comment from Cindy Decker 2
Karenina,
I am so glad you are writing again. I hope you are feeling better.
I really like this form of poetry; it is very creative
Your poem is excellent. I love your words, your photo, the author you like. I just started reading Dickinson, her words are simple, and deep.
I hope to see more of your poems.
Best wishes.
Good luck with all you do.
reply by the author on 23-Aug-2021
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Karenina,
I am so glad you are writing again. I hope you are feeling better.
I really like this form of poetry; it is very creative
Your poem is excellent. I love your words, your photo, the author you like. I just started reading Dickinson, her words are simple, and deep.
I hope to see more of your poems.
Best wishes.
Good luck with all you do.
Comment Written 22-Aug-2021
reply by the author on 23-Aug-2021
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Thanks for reading! The form intrigued me...
It was nice to post again, even if my daughter had to do the typing!
Karenina
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You?re welcome, Karenina.
Comment from Begin Again
I give you my stars for being you, for the effort you put forth, and for the lovely words (which I must admit were far over my head). I am thrilled to see you showing the world that you will not disappear into the night....for you are strong and determined to be our shing light.
Love you, girlfriend. Take care of yourself and keep showing them who's boss.
Smiles and hugs, Always, Carol
reply by the author on 23-Aug-2021
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I give you my stars for being you, for the effort you put forth, and for the lovely words (which I must admit were far over my head). I am thrilled to see you showing the world that you will not disappear into the night....for you are strong and determined to be our shing light.
Love you, girlfriend. Take care of yourself and keep showing them who's boss.
Smiles and hugs, Always, Carol
Comment Written 22-Aug-2021
reply by the author on 23-Aug-2021
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It had been so long between posts that when I came upon this form I humgered to try it...
Thank you, as always, for your encouragement and for the six stars!
Karenina
Comment from Sally Law
Magnificent, dear girl. I'm so pleased to read this and see your offering. A sign of better days. Writing always brings me around. Stunning art and presentation. I love the form too. Sending you my best today and love and blessings always,
Sally xoxo
reply by the author on 23-Aug-2021
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Magnificent, dear girl. I'm so pleased to read this and see your offering. A sign of better days. Writing always brings me around. Stunning art and presentation. I love the form too. Sending you my best today and love and blessings always,
Sally xoxo
Comment Written 22-Aug-2021
reply by the author on 23-Aug-2021
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It sure felt good to post something again. The form inspired me! Thanks for six shiny stars and your fine comments!
Karenina
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You are most welcome! Blessings dear,
Sal xoxo
Comment from Robert Zimmerman
Hello K.
I am familiar with Miss Dickinson's poem. I like her poetry because she relies on rhyme and meter to convey her message. I am not familiar with "the golden shovel" style. that's another new one on me.
Your first stanza is super-duper in my opinion. Your first four lines describe the ice and your last line tells of its demise. The phrasing is very creative. That is outstanding in my opinion.
Z
reply by the author on 23-Aug-2021
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Hello K.
I am familiar with Miss Dickinson's poem. I like her poetry because she relies on rhyme and meter to convey her message. I am not familiar with "the golden shovel" style. that's another new one on me.
Your first stanza is super-duper in my opinion. Your first four lines describe the ice and your last line tells of its demise. The phrasing is very creative. That is outstanding in my opinion.
Z
Comment Written 22-Aug-2021
reply by the author on 23-Aug-2021
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Thanks so much Z. This review and your six stars mean so much to me. It was so nice to post again!
Karenina
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You're very welcome K. Keep healing!
Z
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Thanks! -K
Comment from Elizabeth Emerald
SSSSSStunning. Brilliant incorporation of words from the inspirational poem--doesn't sound forced into the form. I've read this seven times, to fully appreciate the imagery and metaphor--becomes richer with each reading! SSSSSSuperb. CheerSSSSSS. LIZ
reply by the author on 23-Aug-2021
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SSSSSStunning. Brilliant incorporation of words from the inspirational poem--doesn't sound forced into the form. I've read this seven times, to fully appreciate the imagery and metaphor--becomes richer with each reading! SSSSSSuperb. CheerSSSSSS. LIZ
Comment Written 22-Aug-2021
reply by the author on 23-Aug-2021
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Thanks Liz! Reworking Emilyn let's words in any fashion is intimidating! The form screamed out to me to try! Your fabulous review and six stars are great for what ails me!
Karenina
