Comment from Pantygynt

Excellent

Well now I know where the name came from. I often wondered about that. I never knew it was the name of its creator. You have some amazing given names in the US that you just do not see obver here. I guess we are too conservative.

 Comment Written 05-Apr-2016

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reply by the author on 05-Apr-2016

Hi Pantygynt,

I had absolutely no idea before I researched it. I've never seen the name "Etheree" before, I mean as the given name of a person. It is really quite unique, especially with her being born in 1918. I think most of the really crazy names started to come out in the 80's and 90's lol Nowadays, who knows what people will name their kids after, it is insane. All in the name of being unique, I suppose lol Thanks for taking the time to read and comment.

Kim

Comment from Jannypan (Jan)

Excellent

Kim,
I enjoyed your etheree. I had no idea that this format was named for an actual person. Thanks for the notes. You did a great job with the format. Your lines are in good form and tell a great story. The picture is amazing. I like how the use of that picture is alluded to in your lines where you write of those who died. Good job on the use of some alliteration and many precise word choices to convey your message. Thanks for sharing.

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reply by the author on 05-Apr-2016

Hi Janny,

Thanks for taking the time to read and comment. I actually had no idea that the Etheree was named for an actual person, either. I'm learning so much researching different styles and poets. I'm loving this project! I appreciate all of your notes on the form of the poem and specific wording. :)

Kim

Comment from William Ross

Excellent

This is great, good job on this Etheree and tribute to the fallen, great entry in your book. Every book should have a tribute in it. have a great day

 Comment Written 05-Apr-2016

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reply by the author on 05-Apr-2016

Thank you, William. My entire book is meant to be a tribute to these fine poets, both classic and contemporary. :) I appreciate you taking the time to read and comment.

Kim

Comment from Sandra du Plessis

Excellent

A very well-written Etheree Poem. I also posted an Etheree today, although not for the contest. Very interesting history and background on the Etheree.

 Comment Written 05-Apr-2016

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reply by the author on 05-Apr-2016

Hi Sandra,

I was delighted to discover that Etheree was an actual person and felt prompted to share what I could find of her history. The fact that we can find practically anything on the internet these days and the degree of difficulty I had in finding even the scarcest details of her life intrigued me. I knew none of that before I started researching this morning. I'm loving my Poets and Poetry project. Thank you for taking the time to read and comment.

Kim

Comment from Helen Bach

Excellent

You are definitely a natural poet Kim. I enjoyed your powerful and sensitive Etheree, a form I have seem many times on fanstory.
I particularly liked:-
Reinforced threads of steel,
And
-Stripes dyed red with the blood of men whose lives.
Again I found your author notes most instructive and appreciate the time you take to share this information xx

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 Comment Written 05-Apr-2016

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reply by the author on 05-Apr-2016

Hi Helen:

I appreciate your kind comments and sharing the lines you enjoyed the most in my poem. I'm quite enjoying my poets and poetry project this month. I didn't even know that the Etheree was named for an actual person before I started researching this morning. I'm so happy you are taking this journey with me, I look forward to your reviews.

Kim

reply by Helen Bach on 05-Apr-2016

Oh Kim, I think you're fab. You are the best poetry teacher I never had. I have learnt so much from you in such a short time. Your enthusiasm and passion for the art is infectious xx

reply by the author on 05-Apr-2016

Hi Helen:

That is the best compliment I could hope to get all day! :)

Thanks!

Kim

Comment from LisaD123

Exceptional

Thank you for such an educational post and the poem is entertaining and cleverly executed. The imagery is carefully crafted and paints a clear picture in the reader's mind. The photo compliments the poem perfectly. Good luck with the rest of your writing.

 Comment Written 05-Apr-2016

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reply by the author on 05-Apr-2016

Hi Lisa,

Thank you for this exceptional review and the lovely six stars. I am so happy that you enjoyed learning of Etheree.

Kim

Comment from tfawcus

Excellent

What a fascinating woman. I hadn't realised that she invented the poetic form. Your author notes were most interesting and, of course, your double Etheree is a great tribute to her. I learn a great deal from my fellow poets here on FS!

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 Comment Written 05-Apr-2016

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reply by the author on 05-Apr-2016

Hi Tony!

I'm learning myself, too. I really started enjoying the Etheree style with some of the contests that have been sponsored here at Fan Story. I didn't realize that the style itself was named for an actual woman. I now see Etheree as a fascinating name, poetic style, and woman. Thank you for taking the time to read and review.

Kim