Living and Working in Las Vegas
A Septolet8 total reviews
Comment from jaded831
I can relate. In New York, I lived twenty minutes away from Manhattan and twenty minutes away from the beach. It was fun being exposed to two different worlds. Now I live with city life, but that's all there is, the beach is two hours away.
reply by the author on 15-Feb-2024
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I can relate. In New York, I lived twenty minutes away from Manhattan and twenty minutes away from the beach. It was fun being exposed to two different worlds. Now I live with city life, but that's all there is, the beach is two hours away.
Comment Written 15-Feb-2024
reply by the author on 15-Feb-2024
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I am delighted you can relate. I was so surprised when I last visited Las Vegas and saw the contrast at night. Many thanks for sharing.
Comment from Wendy G
And I am sure the beauty of your moonlit home far surpassed the glaring neon lights of Las Vegas. An eloquent contrast, well expressed. Best wishes for your entry.
Wendy
reply by the author on 15-Feb-2024
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And I am sure the beauty of your moonlit home far surpassed the glaring neon lights of Las Vegas. An eloquent contrast, well expressed. Best wishes for your entry.
Wendy
Comment Written 15-Feb-2024
reply by the author on 15-Feb-2024
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I never lived in Vegas, but I visited a friend who did. I truly appreciate your praise for my poem, Wendy.
Comment from Mark D. R.
Nicely done Rod!
Do like the contrast between bright Vegas lights and moonlit desert home.
After the glittering stadium lights and ride to the Super Bowl, I doubt the SF 49ers like their return to their home base.
Mark
reply by the author on 13-Feb-2024
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Nicely done Rod!
Do like the contrast between bright Vegas lights and moonlit desert home.
After the glittering stadium lights and ride to the Super Bowl, I doubt the SF 49ers like their return to their home base.
Mark
Comment Written 13-Feb-2024
reply by the author on 13-Feb-2024
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Thank you very much, Mark. This was a new poetry form for me and I like to experiment.
That was a great game Sunday. I was rooting for both teams.
Comment from Yusita
I like how, with few words, you describe the stark contrast between your desert home and the city. I used to visit Las Vegas quite regularly as my grandparents lived there for many years before they passed. This brought back good memories.
reply by the author on 12-Feb-2024
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I like how, with few words, you describe the stark contrast between your desert home and the city. I used to visit Las Vegas quite regularly as my grandparents lived there for many years before they passed. This brought back good memories.
Comment Written 12-Feb-2024
reply by the author on 12-Feb-2024
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Ah, Yusita, you are very familiar with Vegas and its environs. It amazes me how quickly the glitz turns to desert when you leave that city. Many thanks for your kind praise.
Comment from jessizero
You have the correct word and line count, and you have them broken into two parts. I do think you painted a lovely picture with your poem. Thank you for sharing, and best wishes to you.
reply by the author on 12-Feb-2024
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You have the correct word and line count, and you have them broken into two parts. I do think you painted a lovely picture with your poem. Thank you for sharing, and best wishes to you.
Comment Written 12-Feb-2024
reply by the author on 12-Feb-2024
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Thank you very much, jessizero, for reviewing my poem. Glad you like the picture painted.
Comment from Baltimore Born
This is a well-crafted poem. This Septolet poem meets the requirements for this contest. Your 14-words does paint a picture of driving in Las Vegas. Your picture accentuates this poem well. Nice job.
reply by the author on 12-Feb-2024
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This is a well-crafted poem. This Septolet poem meets the requirements for this contest. Your 14-words does paint a picture of driving in Las Vegas. Your picture accentuates this poem well. Nice job.
Comment Written 12-Feb-2024
reply by the author on 12-Feb-2024
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Thank you very much, BB, for sharing and praising my poem.
Comment from XinaD
The juxtaposition of the lively, illuminated Vegas Strip and the quiet, sparse desert are portrayed well. Like two very different worlds, separated by one lousy commute. I like this, very well done!
reply by the author on 12-Feb-2024
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The juxtaposition of the lively, illuminated Vegas Strip and the quiet, sparse desert are portrayed well. Like two very different worlds, separated by one lousy commute. I like this, very well done!
Comment Written 12-Feb-2024
reply by the author on 12-Feb-2024
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Thank you so much, XinaD, for your marvelous review of my Septolet. You truly understand what I am trying to say.
Comment from Julie Helms
You use a great comparison between gleaming neon light and moonlit desert. Very effective contrast. Tacky v. Natural
You fit all the requirements for the contest, best of luck! Julie
reply by the author on 12-Feb-2024
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You use a great comparison between gleaming neon light and moonlit desert. Very effective contrast. Tacky v. Natural
You fit all the requirements for the contest, best of luck! Julie
Comment Written 12-Feb-2024
reply by the author on 12-Feb-2024
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Thank you, Julie, for your precise interpretation and review of my poem. Your praise is much appreciated.