A Strange Garment!
Acknowledging the Strange Garment we wear in life!76 total reviews
Comment from Bill Schott
This poem, A Strange Garment, has so many unique qualities that I am blown away reading it. The uni-rhyming quatrains, filled with friendly, inviting words that bring the reader in to enjoy the message here. I feel that this may to one person, but I feel we could all fit into this loving relationship that acts, waits, and anticipates the moving from what we create here to what is waiting in Heaven. Uplifting and truly motivating.
reply by the author on 25-Apr-2020
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This poem, A Strange Garment, has so many unique qualities that I am blown away reading it. The uni-rhyming quatrains, filled with friendly, inviting words that bring the reader in to enjoy the message here. I feel that this may to one person, but I feel we could all fit into this loving relationship that acts, waits, and anticipates the moving from what we create here to what is waiting in Heaven. Uplifting and truly motivating.
Comment Written 25-Apr-2020
reply by the author on 25-Apr-2020
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WOW, a "SALUTE," to you, Bill! Quite an impressive review, my dear friend. Thanks for the kind words and taking the time to read my work. All of which is an honor. Best wishes for an awesome weekend and God Bless. Respectfully with Admiration, Anonymous.
Comment from LisaMay
I actually liked what you'd written in your notes better than how you expressed it in verse. Maybe because it felt too personal, whereas I preferred the more universal concept of wearing different garments as we handle life and death. I really liked and could relate to these sentences: "We are never more alive than when we know our end is in the hands of God. Of course, death is entwined with life, and not to embrace it is an earthly weakness. We are only really fully alive when we have opened ourselves to such an encounter."
reply by the author on 25-Apr-2020
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I actually liked what you'd written in your notes better than how you expressed it in verse. Maybe because it felt too personal, whereas I preferred the more universal concept of wearing different garments as we handle life and death. I really liked and could relate to these sentences: "We are never more alive than when we know our end is in the hands of God. Of course, death is entwined with life, and not to embrace it is an earthly weakness. We are only really fully alive when we have opened ourselves to such an encounter."
Comment Written 25-Apr-2020
reply by the author on 25-Apr-2020
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A "SALUTE," LisaMay! Thanks for the "Excellent review, kind words and taking the time to read my work." All of which is an honor. Best wishes for an awesome weekend and God Bless. Anonymous.
Comment from tim dodd
I didn't get the real feeling I think you could have given in this poem.
Seemed forced and to contrived it didn't flow from your soul. When I write a poem I put my heart into the words to convey the feeling then I try to mold the words to fit the a rhythm and rhyme. But you need the essential feeling first sometimes the words can amplify the feeling. Im sorry I didn't get that here. More feeling I think.
reply by the author on 25-Apr-2020
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I didn't get the real feeling I think you could have given in this poem.
Seemed forced and to contrived it didn't flow from your soul. When I write a poem I put my heart into the words to convey the feeling then I try to mold the words to fit the a rhythm and rhyme. But you need the essential feeling first sometimes the words can amplify the feeling. Im sorry I didn't get that here. More feeling I think.
Comment Written 25-Apr-2020
reply by the author on 25-Apr-2020
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Hello, Tim! Happy to hear you say, "When I write a poem I put my heart into the words to convey the feeling, then I try to mold the words to fit the rhythm and rhyme." Good for you! That's what I tried to do; yet, it didn't please you. Best wishes for an awesome weekend and God Bless. Anonymous.
Comment from Victoria Grace
Such an interesting and well thought-out piece of poetry. I love the message, and the overall metaphor of life to a "strange garment". The piece was very uplifting, and I felt the quote at the end ended it perfectly. I also like the imagery and colors/layout you used. Good luck love!
reply by the author on 25-Apr-2020
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Such an interesting and well thought-out piece of poetry. I love the message, and the overall metaphor of life to a "strange garment". The piece was very uplifting, and I felt the quote at the end ended it perfectly. I also like the imagery and colors/layout you used. Good luck love!
Comment Written 25-Apr-2020
reply by the author on 25-Apr-2020
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A "SALUTE," Victoria! Thanks for the "Excellent review, kind words and taking the time to read my work. All of which is an honor. Best wishes for an awesome weekend and God Bless. Respectfully with Admiration, Anonymous.
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You are so welcome! Same to you :)
Comment from Boogienights
What a lovely sentiment and interesting story. I think that it doesn't matter what we wear in life, but the way in which we live it. I think your poem does a great job in getting that message across.
reply by the author on 25-Apr-2020
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What a lovely sentiment and interesting story. I think that it doesn't matter what we wear in life, but the way in which we live it. I think your poem does a great job in getting that message across.
Comment Written 25-Apr-2020
reply by the author on 25-Apr-2020
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A "SALUTE," to you and the cute puppy, My friend! Thanks for the "Excellent review, kind words and taking the time to read my work." All of which is an honor. Best wishes for an awesome weekend and God Bless. Respectfully with Admiration, Anonymous.
Comment from evesayshi
In my opinion, this is a striking presentation in its entirety. It renders its emotional expression easily and in ending rhyme, but contains too many words in various lines, disrupting smoothly fluid rhyming. Regardless, the presentation is both bold and stunning, and best wishes in the contest...
reply by the author on 25-Apr-2020
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In my opinion, this is a striking presentation in its entirety. It renders its emotional expression easily and in ending rhyme, but contains too many words in various lines, disrupting smoothly fluid rhyming. Regardless, the presentation is both bold and stunning, and best wishes in the contest...
Comment Written 25-Apr-2020
reply by the author on 25-Apr-2020
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In your opinion; yet, not in mine! Best wishes and God Bless. Anonymous.
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Of course, in my opinion. I doubt you write only for yourself, and I am the reader here, Anonymous. With your talent, I am certain a "do over" is quite easy for you. May GOD bless you...Eve
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I'm quite satisfied with, "What you see, is what you get!" A whole lot of other readers seem to feel the same way. A "SALUTE" for reading! Anonymous.
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Again, you're welcome, Anonymous - you sound like a child in grade school, relying upon the "gang" to support you. As an individual, I am unique and entitled to my own opinion, regardless of what others may think, as are you. If you like your poem as is, that is indeed your right, just as I am entitled to voice my opinion, without being "pounced upon" verbally or physically. You should have learned that way back when, in grade school. Sorry you didn't...Eve
Comment from MissMerri
I enjoyed this poem very much. It speaks of things much on our minds these days. At least, on MY mind. I appreciate your take on the subject and thought the poem, as well as the presentation, were quite beautiful. Good luck in the contest.
reply by the author on 25-Apr-2020
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I enjoyed this poem very much. It speaks of things much on our minds these days. At least, on MY mind. I appreciate your take on the subject and thought the poem, as well as the presentation, were quite beautiful. Good luck in the contest.
Comment Written 25-Apr-2020
reply by the author on 25-Apr-2020
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WOW, a "SALUTE," my friend! Thanks for the "Exceptional review, kind words and taking the time to read my work." All of which is an honor. Best wishes for an awesome weekend and God Bless. Respectfully with Admiration, Anonymous.
Comment from livelylinda
An old subject but with fresh outlook. The picture is breathtaking and I sometimes got lost about is it about angels or just us old folks who think we are almost there . . .loved it. Linda
reply by the author on 25-Apr-2020
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An old subject but with fresh outlook. The picture is breathtaking and I sometimes got lost about is it about angels or just us old folks who think we are almost there . . .loved it. Linda
Comment Written 25-Apr-2020
reply by the author on 25-Apr-2020
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A "SALUTE," Linda! Thanks for the "Exceptional review, kind words and taking the time to read my work. All of which is an honor. Best wishes for an awesome weekend and God Bless. Respectfully with Admiration, Anonymous.
Comment from flylikeaneagle
PenPal: beautiful photo and nice reverse of the blue and white.
I can picture your silver hair and warm heart. I'm sure this at home
is hurting your hospitality gifts. Keep moving and exercising your
bones. I've been walking 5000 steps a day with my dogs. Glad you
have friends and family to bond with. Nice entry. flylikeaneagle
reply by the author on 25-Apr-2020
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PenPal: beautiful photo and nice reverse of the blue and white.
I can picture your silver hair and warm heart. I'm sure this at home
is hurting your hospitality gifts. Keep moving and exercising your
bones. I've been walking 5000 steps a day with my dogs. Glad you
have friends and family to bond with. Nice entry. flylikeaneagle
Comment Written 25-Apr-2020
reply by the author on 25-Apr-2020
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A "SALUTE," Nancy! I was writing about "silver hair" in general; yet I do have a few in my temples :)). Walking 5000 steps a day, huh? That would be around ?? miles? It's great hearing from you, my friend. Thanks for the "Excellent review, kind words and taking the time to read my work." All of which is an honor. Best wishes for an awesome weekend and God Bless. Anonymous.
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5000 steps is 2 miles. I like gardening too. Even doing house chores gains me some steps. My hubby gets rid of any skunk stripes of silver...lol. nancy
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Look . . . :))) another "SALUTE!"
Comment from A. Willow Bends
I wish I had a six for you. Lovely is the best word I can think of to describe this. I appreciate your explanatory author notes. Sometimes I want to know the thoughts of the writer, sometimes not, but in this case, I am glad you shared. The poem is superior with graceful flow and of course, creatively crafted in a voice that smoothly draws in the reader and the artwork chosen is perfection. The overall effect is magnificent. The second line of the poem is perhaps my favorite if I had to choose a favorite, but I prefer the piece as a whole. Great job!
Wendy
reply by the author on 25-Apr-2020
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I wish I had a six for you. Lovely is the best word I can think of to describe this. I appreciate your explanatory author notes. Sometimes I want to know the thoughts of the writer, sometimes not, but in this case, I am glad you shared. The poem is superior with graceful flow and of course, creatively crafted in a voice that smoothly draws in the reader and the artwork chosen is perfection. The overall effect is magnificent. The second line of the poem is perhaps my favorite if I had to choose a favorite, but I prefer the piece as a whole. Great job!
Wendy
Comment Written 25-Apr-2020
reply by the author on 25-Apr-2020
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A "SALUTE," Wendy! As for the sixth star, just mail it to me when it arrives tonight :)). Thanks for the "Excellent review, kind words and taking the time to read my work. All of which is an honor. Best wishes for an awesome weekend and God Bless. Respectfully with Admiration, Anonymous.