Our Grand Old House
We Love...10 total reviews
Comment from Gee
Verry nice poem.
Yes, my house was built in 1875.
It was the old county courthouse.
So, I know what you are dealing with.
But they are such wonderful homes.
I hope you do well in the contest.
Thanks for sharing
Gee
reply by the author on 28-Jan-2022
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Verry nice poem.
Yes, my house was built in 1875.
It was the old county courthouse.
So, I know what you are dealing with.
But they are such wonderful homes.
I hope you do well in the contest.
Thanks for sharing
Gee
Comment Written 28-Jan-2022
reply by the author on 28-Jan-2022
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Thanks for being a kindred spirit. Everything I said in the poem is true, but I wouldn't live anywhere else. Thanks for reading my poem. :)
Comment from Wendy G
Yes, it's the memories, and the love and laughter which make the difference between a house and a home. You have described yours beautifully. Best wishes for the contest.
Wendy
reply by the author on 28-Jan-2022
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Yes, it's the memories, and the love and laughter which make the difference between a house and a home. You have described yours beautifully. Best wishes for the contest.
Wendy
Comment Written 28-Jan-2022
reply by the author on 28-Jan-2022
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Thank you for this nice review, it's very appreciated. :)
Comment from dellsworthpoet
Lived in an old house as a child. A good description.
The poem flows well. The images are sharp. The words are simple and comfortable, befitting a home. The rhymes are unforced.
Thanks for a good read.
reply by the author on 28-Jan-2022
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Lived in an old house as a child. A good description.
The poem flows well. The images are sharp. The words are simple and comfortable, befitting a home. The rhymes are unforced.
Thanks for a good read.
Comment Written 28-Jan-2022
reply by the author on 28-Jan-2022
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Thanks for reading my poem and for this great review. :)
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You are welcome.
Comment from Ethan Vandervelden
I really enjoyed this poem. It actually reminds me of the house we live in now that we bought last year. Walled up fireplace, windows too big, and a backed up sewer even.
I liked the sentiment very much and the care you took describing it.
If I were to suggest anything it would be it's quite difficult to find a flowing rhythm in some sections. Removing some of the articles and a few less syllables could help smooth it out.
I loved the rhyming and the premise. Very good work!
reply by the author on 28-Jan-2022
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I really enjoyed this poem. It actually reminds me of the house we live in now that we bought last year. Walled up fireplace, windows too big, and a backed up sewer even.
I liked the sentiment very much and the care you took describing it.
If I were to suggest anything it would be it's quite difficult to find a flowing rhythm in some sections. Removing some of the articles and a few less syllables could help smooth it out.
I loved the rhyming and the premise. Very good work!
Comment Written 28-Jan-2022
reply by the author on 28-Jan-2022
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Thank you for reading my poem and for your great suggestions...I'll look it over. :)
Comment from Debra White
Hello :)
I really enjoyed reading your rhymed poem.
It is in good meter and the rhyme scheme is sound.
Home is where the heart is, and despite all the things that are wrong with it, this house is yours and it's home. All those memories made in the 30years you have lived there are gold, although I don't envy you the backed up sewer line!
Good luck in the contest.
Best wishes, Debra :)
reply by the author on 26-Jan-2022
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Hello :)
I really enjoyed reading your rhymed poem.
It is in good meter and the rhyme scheme is sound.
Home is where the heart is, and despite all the things that are wrong with it, this house is yours and it's home. All those memories made in the 30years you have lived there are gold, although I don't envy you the backed up sewer line!
Good luck in the contest.
Best wishes, Debra :)
Comment Written 26-Jan-2022
reply by the author on 26-Jan-2022
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Thanks for this nice review, it's so appreciated. :)
Comment from zanya
This house is depicted as having lots of character and history to boast about but maybe a few repairs needed here and there as time takes a toll, but is filled with love and happy memories - sound delightful actually!
reply by the author on 26-Jan-2022
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This house is depicted as having lots of character and history to boast about but maybe a few repairs needed here and there as time takes a toll, but is filled with love and happy memories - sound delightful actually!
Comment Written 25-Jan-2022
reply by the author on 26-Jan-2022
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Thank you for this nice review....I really have to get on those repairs! Have a wonderful evening. :)
Comment from the13thpoet
Hello Unnamed Poet a terrific Tuesday to you. Thank you for sharing your writing prompt entry, your poem was humorous and your rhymes were good. Good luck in the contest!
reply by the author on 25-Jan-2022
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Hello Unnamed Poet a terrific Tuesday to you. Thank you for sharing your writing prompt entry, your poem was humorous and your rhymes were good. Good luck in the contest!
Comment Written 25-Jan-2022
reply by the author on 25-Jan-2022
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Thank you for this great review. I could have said much more but it would have been too long....and it's all true! Thanks again.:)
Comment from Thatguypk
You are blessed to live in an old house filled with character and memories. Better that than the modern boxes that are more functional than exquisite.
We have a fairly modern country house, but we think of it as our mansion, and try to fill it with wonderful memories and nostalgic throw-backs to our own history. Maybe someday far into the future, someone will view it as a fine old mansion! Anyway, thank you for sharing this lovely piece of writing. :-)
PK
reply by the author on 25-Jan-2022
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You are blessed to live in an old house filled with character and memories. Better that than the modern boxes that are more functional than exquisite.
We have a fairly modern country house, but we think of it as our mansion, and try to fill it with wonderful memories and nostalgic throw-backs to our own history. Maybe someday far into the future, someone will view it as a fine old mansion! Anyway, thank you for sharing this lovely piece of writing. :-)
PK
Comment Written 25-Jan-2022
reply by the author on 25-Jan-2022
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Thank you for this nice review, and congratulations on winning the life contest...it's a terrific piece of writing. Have a great day. :)
Comment from WriterHeather
A house well lived in is a house well loved! Those memories you mentioned are what's important when you are talking about a home. I'm sure your children are very grateful!
reply by the author on 25-Jan-2022
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A house well lived in is a house well loved! Those memories you mentioned are what's important when you are talking about a home. I'm sure your children are very grateful!
Comment Written 25-Jan-2022
reply by the author on 25-Jan-2022
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Thank you very much, I'm thrilled that you like it. :)
Comment from Jannypan (Jan)
You did a great job describing the old house--your home. With all of its issues, I love the last lines about how much the family loved and grew up in it. That's what make a house a home. Your words are descriptive allowing readers to see everything you wrote. One important rule--No picture--so delete the picture then you can add it after the contest closes.
Best wishes in the contest.
Respectfully, Jan
reply by the author on 24-Jan-2022
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You did a great job describing the old house--your home. With all of its issues, I love the last lines about how much the family loved and grew up in it. That's what make a house a home. Your words are descriptive allowing readers to see everything you wrote. One important rule--No picture--so delete the picture then you can add it after the contest closes.
Best wishes in the contest.
Respectfully, Jan
Comment Written 24-Jan-2022
reply by the author on 24-Jan-2022
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Thank you for this nice review. Thanks aiso for the reminder about the picture, I really appreciate it. :)