Songs of Recovery
Viewing comments for Chapter 1 "The Shelter of Thorns"A collection of poems around healing.
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Comment from Yin Cheah
I love the message in your poem! The title is also apt. Your examples are well chosen, and they do help us understand the point you want to make, that is beauty is crafted from suffering. I also admire the way you turned the image of pain into something positive and affirming, e.g. a pearl is beauty crafted from suffering. We do all wish to be safe and the world is full of suffering. But our longing for safety must also be balanced with growth and not a retreat. Well done!
reply by the author on 01-Mar-2023
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I love the message in your poem! The title is also apt. Your examples are well chosen, and they do help us understand the point you want to make, that is beauty is crafted from suffering. I also admire the way you turned the image of pain into something positive and affirming, e.g. a pearl is beauty crafted from suffering. We do all wish to be safe and the world is full of suffering. But our longing for safety must also be balanced with growth and not a retreat. Well done!
Comment Written 01-Mar-2023
reply by the author on 01-Mar-2023
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Thank you very much for reading and the thoughtful review. I'm glad the sentiment came through as well as it did. It was a poem I thought long and hard over. I really appreciate the time you took and I hope you have a wonderful day!