Comment from originalgentleman

Excellent

It seems like there were deep emotions once upon a time and now they are back and you don't know weather to open up to them. this is a very good piece.

 Comment Written 03-Jun-2012

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reply by the author on 03-Jun-2012

That is a very good analogy and you hit the nail on the head. I was in a deep romance that ended. It has been awhile since I have been mentally fascinated by a lady, and now I have met such a woman, who has rekindled a warm feeling. Thanks for the great review!!!!

Comment from gifted$1

Excellent

There is a really good message in this one..I am seeing someone whom is able to inspire love again in the heart of another. And, a fire in the dark is something that is generally soothing and quiet..not loud or annoying..but romantic and peaceful. These ARE NOT easy. I have only written one since being on the site. I spent days hanging over a blank piece of paper. Nice work.

 Comment Written 03-Jun-2012

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reply by the author on 03-Jun-2012

Thank you very much for such an amazing review!!! I truly appreciate you taking the time to read it and enjoy it.

reply by gifted$1 on 03-Jun-2012

:) keep it up!

reply by the author on 03-Jun-2012

Thanks, I will!

Comment from Bobbi22

Excellent

I always like the reference to burning embers of love. This is a very well written 5-7-5 poem, but it doesn't meet the strict rules of haiku. You may want to take the haiku reference out of your author notes. Not all 5-7-5 poems are haiku. For your first 5-7-5 poem you did a great job. The more you try them, the easier they will become. Good luck in the contest.

 Comment Written 03-Jun-2012

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reply by the author on 03-Jun-2012

Thanks for the great review and the insight. I don't know all the formal writing styles of poetry. I just write how I feel and I try to make it easy for the reader to understand. I will have to look further into writing styles and patterns, if I want to continue to enter contests. Once again, thanks for the "heads-up".

reply by Bobbi22 on 03-Jun-2012

Your poem was perfect for the 5-7-5 contest where the only rule was syllable count. I have learned a lot about the haikus and senryus by looking at AlvinTEthingtonā??s profile page (he is a FS member bus also teaches short poetry styles) whenever there is one of those contests and clicking on comments to read his reviews.

reply by the author on 03-Jun-2012

Thanks for the info. I'll be sure tho check that out!!!!

Comment from Doc Holiday

Excellent

Well-written 5-7-5 poem.
A love has found you and lit your fire
And now she stokes your flame
And your relationship is heating up...you on your own with the rest....

Good luck in the contest!

 Comment Written 03-Jun-2012

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reply by the author on 03-Jun-2012

Thanks Doc, for the great review!!!! I feel a "Fire Inside" Part 2 coming on...lol

Comment from ennahanid

Excellent

So it's just over 100 degrees here today and your vibrant fire at the top of the page added a few extra LOL Loved your colorful lead-in to your great Fire Inside - 5-7-5 Poetry contest entry and I wish you luck in the contest - Dinah

 Comment Written 03-Jun-2012

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reply by the author on 03-Jun-2012

Thank you very much!!! I really appreciate your warm review...lol

Comment from Heather_Marsten

Excellent

I can tell it didn't come easily - for there is a depth to the words. I enjoyed the secondary meaning of putting one's heart into firing a relationship. Well done.

 Comment Written 03-Jun-2012

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reply by the author on 03-Jun-2012

Thank You very much Heather. I truly appreciate your positive and uplifting review. That just made my day!!!

Comment from Meta~Mark

Excellent

nice job on your first haiku..I have yet to complete one myself You light a lost spark You pour embers from your heart You're fire in the dark...spark and dark ryhme well and you carries throughout..good job

 Comment Written 02-Jun-2012

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reply by the author on 03-Jun-2012

Thank you very much for taking the time to read my work. I appreciate your positive feedback.

Comment from adewpearl

Excellent

Your poem is in excellent 5/7/5 format
Excellent use of optional rhyme
nice alliteration in light a lost
Effective use of the fire imagery in this poem of love and passion. Brooke :-)

 Comment Written 02-Jun-2012

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reply by the author on 02-Jun-2012

Thank You very much for the excellent rating and all of your positive feedback. Reading reviews like this is why I write!!!

Comment from DBastian

Excellent

Nice 5-7-5! the picture adds great meaning, too. Your poem flows well and I feel an emotional element - especially from the first two lines (for some reason). Anyway, nice poem!

 Comment Written 01-Jun-2012

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reply by the author on 01-Jun-2012

Thank you very much. I really appreciate your uplifting thoughts & am very happy that it made you feel an emotional element.

Comment from Sharrum

Excellent

Your 5-7-5 poem is very good. Syllable count is good. Picture is perfect. I enjoyed reading your blazing fire words. Good luck in the contest.

 Comment Written 01-Jun-2012

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reply by the author on 01-Jun-2012

Thanks!!! I am glad that you enjoyed it.