Precedent
Do not howl.14 total reviews
Comment from Bill Schott
This political 5-7-5, Precedent, has the proper formatting and reminds the readers that the Presidency is a position that is not just a power spot, but one requiring immense responsibility.
reply by the author on 26-Jul-2024
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This political 5-7-5, Precedent, has the proper formatting and reminds the readers that the Presidency is a position that is not just a power spot, but one requiring immense responsibility.
Comment Written 26-Jul-2024
reply by the author on 26-Jul-2024
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Well put. Thank you. If you read my poetry book, "Love...Light...Life" and really like it, I would be thrilled if you write an online review of it. And your words, "immense responsibility" hit the spot, Bill.
Comment from Sally Law
A good one, Stuart Witt, and a kind word to boot. Imagine, a kind word being shared at the Presidential debates? I'm waiting with bated breath!
Sending you my best today as always, and my good wishes in the upcoming vote.
Sally Law :))
reply by the author on 26-Jul-2024
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A good one, Stuart Witt, and a kind word to boot. Imagine, a kind word being shared at the Presidential debates? I'm waiting with bated breath!
Sending you my best today as always, and my good wishes in the upcoming vote.
Sally Law :))
Comment Written 26-Jul-2024
reply by the author on 26-Jul-2024
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Kindness, not harshness, has the capacity to build better structured and more decent individuals, families, countries, and world.
If you read my poetry book, "Love...Light...Life", and if your really like it, write an online review, that would surely be kindness, Sally.
Comment from Gypsy Blue Rose
Hello, Good job with your entry for the political 5/7/5. Good syllable count but you can improve the flow by connecting the lines grammatically so it doesn't sound like a list. Good luck!
reply by the author on 26-Jul-2024
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Hello, Good job with your entry for the political 5/7/5. Good syllable count but you can improve the flow by connecting the lines grammatically so it doesn't sound like a list. Good luck!
Comment Written 25-Jul-2024
reply by the author on 26-Jul-2024
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Gypsy Blue Rose, thank you. I get your point. Still, the poem's staccato quality was meant to show that, in reality, our political dialogue is too often disconnected and selfish. I wonder if you would consider reading my book, "Love...Light...Life". (If yes, your reaction to the book?)
Comment from estory
Nice echoing 'eye' sounds reinforce the upbeat tone of this piece that admonishes the politicians of today to be a bit more kinder in their rhetoric. I think we're all tired of the politics in this country. Most people seem to want other candidates than what we've got on our plate. estory
reply by the author on 26-Jul-2024
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Nice echoing 'eye' sounds reinforce the upbeat tone of this piece that admonishes the politicians of today to be a bit more kinder in their rhetoric. I think we're all tired of the politics in this country. Most people seem to want other candidates than what we've got on our plate. estory
Comment Written 25-Jul-2024
reply by the author on 26-Jul-2024
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Story, can I appreciate you good observations without my appearing egotistical? Thank you. Oh, if you read my poetry book "Love...Light...Life" and if you really like it, write an online review for it, that would be a kind act. All the best, Stuart
Comment from Aussie
Referring to the three wise men. They could never be kind to each other, face to face in front of public, maybe. Trump isn't kind to anyone and would kick a man, when that man was down. Biden is kind, religious and finally realised he can't run the country. I was fond of Obama and his lovely wife. That was too long ago. Thanks for sharing and good luck with the writing prompt. K xx
reply by the author on 26-Jul-2024
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Referring to the three wise men. They could never be kind to each other, face to face in front of public, maybe. Trump isn't kind to anyone and would kick a man, when that man was down. Biden is kind, religious and finally realised he can't run the country. I was fond of Obama and his lovely wife. That was too long ago. Thanks for sharing and good luck with the writing prompt. K xx
Comment Written 25-Jul-2024
reply by the author on 26-Jul-2024
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Aussie,Thank you for sharing your thoughts and feelings concerning kindness and politics. Perhaps you would enjoy reading my poetry book, "Love...Light...Life". If you really like it, perhaps you would write an online review about it. All the best, Stuart.
Comment from Patty Mazzurco
This haiku really hits the mark with its message. The contrast between "smile" and "guile" is so striking and memorable, and it makes you think about how important it is to stay genuine. I love how you've captured the idea that chasing after desires can often lead us astray, but being kind is always the right choice. It's a powerful reminder to focus on sincerity and kindness, and it resonates deeply.
reply by the author on 26-Jul-2024
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This haiku really hits the mark with its message. The contrast between "smile" and "guile" is so striking and memorable, and it makes you think about how important it is to stay genuine. I love how you've captured the idea that chasing after desires can often lead us astray, but being kind is always the right choice. It's a powerful reminder to focus on sincerity and kindness, and it resonates deeply.
Comment Written 24-Jul-2024
reply by the author on 26-Jul-2024
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Patty, I sense that you have 'dived into this poem'. I hope you find it refreshing. If you read my poetry book, "Love...Light...Life" you might find that refreshing too. If so, you might write an online review about it. Thank you for sharing and for forwarding the discussion. All the best, Stuart.
Comment from jake cosmos aller
nicely done short political haiku about our current political situation. I like the images chosen and the feeling in the poem as well as the call to not howl in protest
reply by the author on 26-Jul-2024
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nicely done short political haiku about our current political situation. I like the images chosen and the feeling in the poem as well as the call to not howl in protest
Comment Written 24-Jul-2024
reply by the author on 26-Jul-2024
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Yes, Jake, to howl is foul. We need to step back and see whether or not our political (and other) dialogue is positive and productive.
If you are moved to read my poetry book, "Love...Light...Life", and if you really like it, you might write an online review for it. Best, Stuart
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where can i find your book on line?
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1. Red Penguin Books
2, Amazon
("Love...Light...Life", Stuart V. Witt)
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thanks I will look for it
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1. Red Penguin Books
2. Amazon
("Love...Light...Life", Stuart V. Witt)
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Thank you Jake.
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Thank you Jake.
Comment from Neonewman
This is one fine entry for this particular writing prompt, my friend. Kindness should be spread across the world to make it a better place.
God bless,
Steve
reply by the author on 24-Jul-2024
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This is one fine entry for this particular writing prompt, my friend. Kindness should be spread across the world to make it a better place.
God bless,
Steve
Comment Written 24-Jul-2024
reply by the author on 24-Jul-2024
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Thank you and God bless you as well. But can we really be blessed if we do not show kindness towards others (and towards ourselves)?
Comment from Pamusart
Hi, Stuart
I'm having trouble figuring out how your poem relates to political. You show all three candidates in your photo, but in your poem, which should stand alone from the photo you don't.
I think you're trying to say all politicians use smiles and you know those smiles are fake, hence the guile. It is a sad political situation
And then, of course, Trump is the only one who's had a trial and still is ahead in the polls. That's amazing to me. Hopefully the independence will decide the race in the swing states. He is so good at playing the victim and his followers think he really is a victim
I enjoyed reading your poem
Good job. Thank you for sharing.
reply by the author on 24-Jul-2024
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Hi, Stuart
I'm having trouble figuring out how your poem relates to political. You show all three candidates in your photo, but in your poem, which should stand alone from the photo you don't.
I think you're trying to say all politicians use smiles and you know those smiles are fake, hence the guile. It is a sad political situation
And then, of course, Trump is the only one who's had a trial and still is ahead in the polls. That's amazing to me. Hopefully the independence will decide the race in the swing states. He is so good at playing the victim and his followers think he really is a victim
I enjoyed reading your poem
Good job. Thank you for sharing.
Comment Written 23-Jul-2024
reply by the author on 24-Jul-2024
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In the political, silence, I think, is golden. Then, we are less likely to get tangled up in lies or in power struggles. Thank you for sharing your thinking.
Comment from CrystieCookie999
This political 5-7-5 has a correct syllable count. It sounds like sage advice, so to speak. I heard somewhere a few years ago that most of the better-known politicians only tell the truth about 50 percent of the time, but they are just as adamant about the lies as the truth. Being kind would be a better qualification. Nice share.
reply by the author on 24-Jul-2024
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This political 5-7-5 has a correct syllable count. It sounds like sage advice, so to speak. I heard somewhere a few years ago that most of the better-known politicians only tell the truth about 50 percent of the time, but they are just as adamant about the lies as the truth. Being kind would be a better qualification. Nice share.
Comment Written 23-Jul-2024
reply by the author on 24-Jul-2024
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I wonder how one would figure when to lie and when to tell the truth.