All Those Puzzling Pieces
Viewing comments for Chapter 32 " One Pure Note"What makes a life? How do the pieces fit?
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Comment from RYME4U
This is well done. At first I thought "This is a very sad poem" but the hope and encourage at the end is very uplifting. It's all in seeing things in a different aspect. Great job!
reply by the author on 24-Nov-2012
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This is well done. At first I thought "This is a very sad poem" but the hope and encourage at the end is very uplifting. It's all in seeing things in a different aspect. Great job!
Comment Written 24-Nov-2012
reply by the author on 24-Nov-2012
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the idea is to take you on a journey - so thank you for coming along, my dear!
Comment from juliedickson55
Yes, quite uplifting, the offer of self to love's gentle hands...
flowing lovingly over the waves, sadly forlorn, but a pinch of hopeful.
I love this line:
"a beach of empty skulls
screaming gulls and madness"
reply by the author on 24-Nov-2012
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Yes, quite uplifting, the offer of self to love's gentle hands...
flowing lovingly over the waves, sadly forlorn, but a pinch of hopeful.
I love this line:
"a beach of empty skulls
screaming gulls and madness"
Comment Written 24-Nov-2012
reply by the author on 24-Nov-2012
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thx so much julie!
Comment from mshirachot
While my husband would totally agree with you about the exquisite nature of an operatic voice, I (since opposites attract) would have been further sunk to despair over what I consider "screeching". LOL I hope my SIX stars soften my humor.
When I first started reading this, I thought...this is not very encouraging. It actually seemed rather glum, but you turned it around rather nicely (even if you did use opera LOL)!
This is quite lovely how you have from despair and depression brought forth joy and hope. Wonderful writing. I wish you the best with the writing prompt entry.
Blessings to you!
Marsha
ps...you got my last SIX this week!
reply by the author on 24-Nov-2012
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While my husband would totally agree with you about the exquisite nature of an operatic voice, I (since opposites attract) would have been further sunk to despair over what I consider "screeching". LOL I hope my SIX stars soften my humor.
When I first started reading this, I thought...this is not very encouraging. It actually seemed rather glum, but you turned it around rather nicely (even if you did use opera LOL)!
This is quite lovely how you have from despair and depression brought forth joy and hope. Wonderful writing. I wish you the best with the writing prompt entry.
Blessings to you!
Marsha
ps...you got my last SIX this week!
Comment Written 24-Nov-2012
reply by the author on 24-Nov-2012
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wow! Marsha, I'm honored to receive your last six for the week! Glad you enjoyed this one - no screeching required, promise! :)
Comment from ernesto escarro
One note
At the beach, thinking of how lonely you are.
many ti,e you see your end. Like when you sink into water and lost your breath. But you come to overflowing to get rescued.
To notice there is one more note to sing for being alive.
Give thanks to God for saving you.
reply by the author on 24-Nov-2012
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One note
At the beach, thinking of how lonely you are.
many ti,e you see your end. Like when you sink into water and lost your breath. But you come to overflowing to get rescued.
To notice there is one more note to sing for being alive.
Give thanks to God for saving you.
Comment Written 24-Nov-2012
reply by the author on 24-Nov-2012
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thx so much ee!
Comment from Deorre Leonard
Happiness is not a myth not always twisted,,,I like the smooth flow of this. The structure is good the picture adds to the presentation,nicely done.
reply by the author on 24-Nov-2012
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Happiness is not a myth not always twisted,,,I like the smooth flow of this. The structure is good the picture adds to the presentation,nicely done.
Comment Written 24-Nov-2012
reply by the author on 24-Nov-2012
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thx so much Deorre!
Comment from GarthL
Love the image, color palette and shape the text creates on the page. The story is indeed one of exultation and coming back to the miracle that is us, with gratitude and in awe of the wondrous glories that abound, within the sound, of eternity. Your images are strong and make compelling and enjoyable reading, thank you. Good luck in the contest.
I think you'd enjoy my song/poems The Harvest, Always Remember and Burning which speak to the same theme.
Love and peace be with you, stay safe, Garth
reply by the author on 24-Nov-2012
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Love the image, color palette and shape the text creates on the page. The story is indeed one of exultation and coming back to the miracle that is us, with gratitude and in awe of the wondrous glories that abound, within the sound, of eternity. Your images are strong and make compelling and enjoyable reading, thank you. Good luck in the contest.
I think you'd enjoy my song/poems The Harvest, Always Remember and Burning which speak to the same theme.
Love and peace be with you, stay safe, Garth
Comment Written 24-Nov-2012
reply by the author on 24-Nov-2012
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thx so much Garth! I'll take a peek at those, too! :)
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You're very welcome, thank you and good luck!
Tread lightly, Garth
Comment from Ekim777
Grand music can do this. If we are condemned to suffer pain, great music can not only relieve us but it allows to exult even in our suffering. The worst part about pain is that it isolates and separates us from humanity. In this way it resembles death. You express it all, very well with good imagery and cadence. Finally, to thrive on one's senses is to confront reality with new awareness. -Ekim777
reply by the author on 24-Nov-2012
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Grand music can do this. If we are condemned to suffer pain, great music can not only relieve us but it allows to exult even in our suffering. The worst part about pain is that it isolates and separates us from humanity. In this way it resembles death. You express it all, very well with good imagery and cadence. Finally, to thrive on one's senses is to confront reality with new awareness. -Ekim777
Comment Written 24-Nov-2012
reply by the author on 24-Nov-2012
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it is indeed - thank you Ekim!
Comment from LenSive
I believe that this could really be a powerful poem--with pruning, condensing,and if certain images were thought through a bit more. Eg, hearing opera on the frigid air and then that is juxtaposed with a glass chandelier--a bit discordant for me. Often, with some time and effort, a re-worked poem achieves that weight and beauty we felt in our hearts but which only is brought forth by labor pains.
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I believe that this could really be a powerful poem--with pruning, condensing,and if certain images were thought through a bit more. Eg, hearing opera on the frigid air and then that is juxtaposed with a glass chandelier--a bit discordant for me. Often, with some time and effort, a re-worked poem achieves that weight and beauty we felt in our hearts but which only is brought forth by labor pains.
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Comment Written 24-Nov-2012
reply by the author on 24-Nov-2012
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Comment from Rondeno
The Power of Asthetic Pleasure
Excellent! The contrast you make between the sensually-deprived "me" and the enthralled, titillated woman who has been stimulated by pleasure is marvelous.
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The Power of Asthetic Pleasure
Excellent! The contrast you make between the sensually-deprived "me" and the enthralled, titillated woman who has been stimulated by pleasure is marvelous.
Comment Written 24-Nov-2012
reply by the author on 24-Nov-2012
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aaah, you "get" it - thx Rondeno!
Comment from sweetwoodjax
this is very well written, mystery writer, you did an excellent job writing this beautiful free verse poem about finding happiness through someone else's singing. good lucki in the contest
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reply by the author on 24-Nov-2012
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this is very well written, mystery writer, you did an excellent job writing this beautiful free verse poem about finding happiness through someone else's singing. good lucki in the contest
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Comment Written 24-Nov-2012
reply by the author on 24-Nov-2012
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thx sweets!