A Tear's Worth
free verse28 total reviews
Comment from Louise Michelle
Hi W.J.,
I like this poem. It's complex in its simplicity. Different chemicals are behind tears of laughter, anguish and allergic reactions. In this case, you mention the sun in his eye. Nicely written.
Hugs,
Lou
reply by the author on 01-Jun-2014
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Hi W.J.,
I like this poem. It's complex in its simplicity. Different chemicals are behind tears of laughter, anguish and allergic reactions. In this case, you mention the sun in his eye. Nicely written.
Hugs,
Lou
Comment Written 27-May-2014
reply by the author on 01-Jun-2014
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Thank you for an encouraging review, Lou. I appreciate your I sights on tears, too. Debi
Comment from 1954speed
Very well written. And the mystery is held even after the poem ends. Like so many things, the tears can speak in different ways. Thanks for sharing this poem. Later, Jim
reply by the author on 01-Jun-2014
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Very well written. And the mystery is held even after the poem ends. Like so many things, the tears can speak in different ways. Thanks for sharing this poem. Later, Jim
Comment Written 27-May-2014
reply by the author on 01-Jun-2014
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Thank you for an encouraging review, Jm. I appreciate your kind comments and insights. Debi
Comment from Dorothy Farrell
A moving free verse about a parting. 'No exclamations' - perhaps in view of only one tear 'No explanations' would be more appropriate. I think the writer would expect one! The last three short stanzas 'for all you offer is this solitary tear to mingle among my own' - I like that very much. Regards Dorothy
reply by the author on 31-May-2014
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A moving free verse about a parting. 'No exclamations' - perhaps in view of only one tear 'No explanations' would be more appropriate. I think the writer would expect one! The last three short stanzas 'for all you offer is this solitary tear to mingle among my own' - I like that very much. Regards Dorothy
Comment Written 27-May-2014
reply by the author on 31-May-2014
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Great suggestion, Dorothy. The word "explanation" hadn't occurred to me. Thank you for pointing out the lines you liked so I know what worked. Debi
Comment from krys123
W.j.debi, a very provocative man powerful poem That enlists
a strong emotion Or may be sadness or grief or just A response to a natural phenomenon which makes you have a tear and this in itself leaves the other in question of how to interpret this tear. Confused and befuddled his own tear combines with hers forever in love. Thank you so much for sharing in posting this for others and may you have a good one always.
Alex
reply by the author on 01-Jun-2014
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W.j.debi, a very provocative man powerful poem That enlists
a strong emotion Or may be sadness or grief or just A response to a natural phenomenon which makes you have a tear and this in itself leaves the other in question of how to interpret this tear. Confused and befuddled his own tear combines with hers forever in love. Thank you so much for sharing in posting this for others and may you have a good one always.
Alex
Comment Written 27-May-2014
reply by the author on 01-Jun-2014
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I really like your interpretation and the happy ending you suggest of his and her tears combining forever in love, Alex. What a romsntic. Thank you so much for you kind review. I appreciate it. Debi
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You are so sincerely welcome my friend
Comment from ArtGal
This could be interpreted in many different ways. Who sheds only one tear? Toward the end, you speak of accepting it, for all that's offered is this solitary tear to mingle among your own. For me it means that he can only give you this, that you gladly accept, for that's all that he can give. A wonderful write. . .Sharon
reply by the author on 01-Jun-2014
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This could be interpreted in many different ways. Who sheds only one tear? Toward the end, you speak of accepting it, for all that's offered is this solitary tear to mingle among your own. For me it means that he can only give you this, that you gladly accept, for that's all that he can give. A wonderful write. . .Sharon
Comment Written 27-May-2014
reply by the author on 01-Jun-2014
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Thank you, Sharon. I appreciate your insights and the kind comments. Debi
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You're so very welcome, Debi.
Comment from Jacqueline M Franklin
Hi W.J.
Simply done, but quite lovely. The artwork is really pretty with the little tear on the petal.
This could be entered into the 'betrayal' contest!
Well done.
Cheers,
Keep Smilin'.... Jax
reply by the author on 01-Jun-2014
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Hi W.J.
Simply done, but quite lovely. The artwork is really pretty with the little tear on the petal.
This could be entered into the 'betrayal' contest!
Well done.
Cheers,
Keep Smilin'.... Jax
Comment Written 27-May-2014
reply by the author on 01-Jun-2014
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Thank you, Jax. It never occurred to me to enter it any contest, but I appreciate the suggestion and support. I am happy you enjoyed it. Thank you for the kind comments. Debi
Comment from Colette
Oh this is so beautiful, I recognize youth in the words and
I love it. Fresh and beautiful. may these end up together.
I hope.
Colette
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reply by the author on 01-Jun-2014
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Oh this is so beautiful, I recognize youth in the words and
I love it. Fresh and beautiful. may these end up together.
I hope.
Colette
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Comment Written 26-May-2014
reply by the author on 01-Jun-2014
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Oh, I so like the happy romantic ending that you suggest. Thank you for kind words and support. Debi
Comment from Laurie's Legacy
how very sad to get no response other than a single tear, your poem makes a great effort at suggesting interpretations, but really, what could it mean? Your verse really made me think and I enjoyed it. I'm not sure the picture actually matched up, but it was still a great picture. Nice work
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reply by the author on 04-Jun-2014
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how very sad to get no response other than a single tear, your poem makes a great effort at suggesting interpretations, but really, what could it mean? Your verse really made me think and I enjoyed it. I'm not sure the picture actually matched up, but it was still a great picture. Nice work
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Comment Written 26-May-2014
reply by the author on 04-Jun-2014
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Thank you for the kind review, Laurie. I am happy to hear you enjoyed reading it. Debi
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you are very welcome