It's My Boulevard
A poem in two parts. Reference-The Boulevard of Broken Dream34 total reviews
Comment from Ulla
Oh, it was not long at all. Your poem was such a joy to read and I could feel the joy and enthusiasm in every word.
I know what you mean. I sometimes wake up during the night with a phrase or an image I have to write down there and then.
I loved your poem. Ulla:)))
reply by the author on 25-Dec-2023
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Oh, it was not long at all. Your poem was such a joy to read and I could feel the joy and enthusiasm in every word.
I know what you mean. I sometimes wake up during the night with a phrase or an image I have to write down there and then.
I loved your poem. Ulla:)))
Comment Written 02-Dec-2023
reply by the author on 25-Dec-2023
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Thank you, Ulla.
I appreciate it and Merry Christmas.
Comment from Sandra Stoner-Mitchell
Not too long, Victor, not long enough! The little girl with her daddy, holding onto the kite, it's tight, it wants to break free ... but did the little girl really want to let go? Then we go to the second part, the boulevard is calling you back, are your dreams still there? They are, and though you were broken for a short while you came back, your friends are there, your dreams are there. Lovely lovely poem! :)) Sandra xx
reply by the author on 25-Dec-2023
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Not too long, Victor, not long enough! The little girl with her daddy, holding onto the kite, it's tight, it wants to break free ... but did the little girl really want to let go? Then we go to the second part, the boulevard is calling you back, are your dreams still there? They are, and though you were broken for a short while you came back, your friends are there, your dreams are there. Lovely lovely poem! :)) Sandra xx
Comment Written 02-Dec-2023
reply by the author on 25-Dec-2023
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I really appreciate such comments from you. You remain an elite to me.
Thank you and Merry Christmas.
Comment from Dolly'sPoems
You gave the kite its freedom and our dreams want the same thing, to run wild and free without being stamped upon. Unfortunately in Hollywood, dreams are often spoilt by others. Loved this presentation, love Dolly x x x
reply by the author on 02-Dec-2023
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You gave the kite its freedom and our dreams want the same thing, to run wild and free without being stamped upon. Unfortunately in Hollywood, dreams are often spoilt by others. Loved this presentation, love Dolly x x x
Comment Written 02-Dec-2023
reply by the author on 02-Dec-2023
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Thank you, Dolly.
Comment from dragonpoet
Hi Doug,
This poem has a childish feeling to it. Ir reminds we can all have our dreams af freedom. It is good personification of the kit.
Keep writing and stay healthy
Have a great weekend.
Joan
reply by the author on 02-Dec-2023
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Hi Doug,
This poem has a childish feeling to it. Ir reminds we can all have our dreams af freedom. It is good personification of the kit.
Keep writing and stay healthy
Have a great weekend.
Joan
Comment Written 01-Dec-2023
reply by the author on 02-Dec-2023
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Thank you, Joan.
I think?lol
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No problem, Doug.
Joan
Comment from jake cosmos aller
as a big dreamer, I appreciated this poem. Most of my poetic inspiration come out of my dreams. I don't dream dreams, I dream movies and epic dramas..
reply by the author on 01-Dec-2023
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as a big dreamer, I appreciated this poem. Most of my poetic inspiration come out of my dreams. I don't dream dreams, I dream movies and epic dramas..
Comment Written 01-Dec-2023
reply by the author on 01-Dec-2023
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Ha. Good for you. Nice to hear from you again. Everyone usually seems to like my author notes as much or more than the poem. Seriously. Should I turn the notes into a postable poem or prose?
Comment from Mrs. KT
Much enjoyed, victor!
All of it: the two poems and your Author's notes.
I was whisked back - for a moment - to Khosseini's "The Kite Runner," but then I was whisked back to your world... and I was with you all the way...
Wonderful imagery = intense and vibrant.
Thank you for sharing it all!
diane
reply by the author on 01-Dec-2023
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Much enjoyed, victor!
All of it: the two poems and your Author's notes.
I was whisked back - for a moment - to Khosseini's "The Kite Runner," but then I was whisked back to your world... and I was with you all the way...
Wonderful imagery = intense and vibrant.
Thank you for sharing it all!
diane
Comment Written 01-Dec-2023
reply by the author on 01-Dec-2023
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Thank you, dear.
Love it when you stop by.
Doug
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My pleasure, Doug!
And you do know, that I know, that you know you're "Doug," but I was honoring how you signed your name, "victor!" :)
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Smiling.
Comment from royowen
I agree Doug, you do a lot of living in your head, as do I, I do the same, get a phrase in a most inconvenient place and time, I need to write it down before it's gone forever. But I like both your streams of consciousness, easy to work out the themes, that's why you adore your child, good stuff Doug, well done, blessings Roy
reply by the author on 01-Dec-2023
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I agree Doug, you do a lot of living in your head, as do I, I do the same, get a phrase in a most inconvenient place and time, I need to write it down before it's gone forever. But I like both your streams of consciousness, easy to work out the themes, that's why you adore your child, good stuff Doug, well done, blessings Roy
Comment Written 01-Dec-2023
reply by the author on 01-Dec-2023
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Thank you, Roy.
You really are a treasure in this world.
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Bless you, our kids give us a good foundation in a confused and horrid world, our work gives us flexibility and a few answers.
Comment from Terry Broxson
Victor, I did like the poem, particularly part I...let it go free. Why not? But here's the deal. I actually liked your rambling stream of consciousness in your note better than the poem. But the poem is good. I did wonder if the notes could be turned into a free-style poem or a prose post. Think about it. Terry.
reply by the author on 01-Dec-2023
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Victor, I did like the poem, particularly part I...let it go free. Why not? But here's the deal. I actually liked your rambling stream of consciousness in your note better than the poem. But the poem is good. I did wonder if the notes could be turned into a free-style poem or a prose post. Think about it. Terry.
Comment Written 01-Dec-2023
reply by the author on 01-Dec-2023
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Ha ha. You know, Terry, how many times people prefer my author notes?? Lol while writing them, I said to myself-You know, Doug, they?re gonna prefer your notes agsin, you dumb .ss. Lol
Thank you.
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At least you are getting the message! LOL!
Comment from Daylily
I did enjoy this poem very much. It is basically about dreams and how we react to them...whether we should keep holding them back until they get stifled, or set them free to soar high and become bright spots in the skies of our lives.
reply by the author on 01-Dec-2023
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I did enjoy this poem very much. It is basically about dreams and how we react to them...whether we should keep holding them back until they get stifled, or set them free to soar high and become bright spots in the skies of our lives.
Comment Written 01-Dec-2023
reply by the author on 01-Dec-2023
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Yes, good summary. I think that?s basically it.
Thank you,
Doug
Comment from estory
Loved both parts of this. The first part captures that tentative idea to let the string go, let the dream take flight. I think the rhythm of the free verse was perfect for that halting, tentative flight. But the kite takes off out of sight, and it kind of ends up symbolizing your daughter taking flight, and you losing that hug. The second part captures the idea in poignant terms of the dreams we all dream of when walking down that boulevard, passed the neon signs and the stuff in the storewindows. It has a poignant sad ending too. The dreams die with each of us, so we have to make the most of them while we can. estory
reply by the author on 01-Dec-2023
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Loved both parts of this. The first part captures that tentative idea to let the string go, let the dream take flight. I think the rhythm of the free verse was perfect for that halting, tentative flight. But the kite takes off out of sight, and it kind of ends up symbolizing your daughter taking flight, and you losing that hug. The second part captures the idea in poignant terms of the dreams we all dream of when walking down that boulevard, passed the neon signs and the stuff in the storewindows. It has a poignant sad ending too. The dreams die with each of us, so we have to make the most of them while we can. estory
Comment Written 01-Dec-2023
reply by the author on 01-Dec-2023
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God, I love your takes on my work , and, of course, your reviews.
Thank you yet again,
Doug