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My Horse and I

Racing the storm

48 total reviews 
Comment from Y. M. Roger
Exceptional
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What a lovely, rhythmic offering, W.J.! :) That cadence of your 8-8-8-8 paired with your repetition of 'my horse and I' (love the variations of that, by the way - awesome!) set up the feel of a trotting or a galloping to really delightfully enclose the reader into your tiny tale! ;) Seriously, this would be a great little children's book of a little boy and his horse for beginning readers -- just make sure you have it ready by the time my boys decide to settle down an give me grandsons!! Great job, my lady -- six stars all yours! ;) :) Yvette :)

 Comment Written 13-Mar-2020


reply by the author on 16-Mar-2020
    Hi Yvette,
    I've never thought of doing a children's book with a poem, but what a nice thing to say.
    I appreciate the analysis of the writing and how it feels like trotting or galloping.
    Thank you too for the lovely six star rating. I appreciate it!
    Debi
Comment from nancy_e_davis
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Fantastic poem Debi. I was riding along and enjoying every moment. Remembering a time when... Oh well, We all have our day! This is a delightful poem and I enjoyed it very much. Nancy:)

 Comment Written 13-Mar-2020


reply by the author on 16-Mar-2020
    Hi Nancy,
    I'm so glad this brought you along for the ride and gave you a memory or two. Horses are delightful creature. I am happy you enjoyed it.
    Debi
Comment from RShipp
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I loved this one. as the story-line progressed from one stanza to the next, I was rooting for you to get to the stables before the rains. I think I might have even cheered when you made it. Man/ horse against nature- always a fun ride!

I'm so sorry- I'm out of six(s)...

 Comment Written 13-Mar-2020


reply by the author on 16-Mar-2020
    Thank you for the virtual six. I will take it. I love your comments, they are so encouraging. I am glad you got into the story and came along for the ride.
    Debi
Comment from Sandra du Plessis
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A very well-written poem about the wonderful morning spend with your horse on a ride. A beautiful morning this time of year can quickly change to dark cloudy skies. I am glad you made it home before the first drops fall.

 Comment Written 13-Mar-2020


reply by the author on 16-Mar-2020
    Thank you for the kind comments about the writing and your observations on nature. I'm glad we made it back before the rain too.
Comment from LisaMay
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(That is a very eye-catching moody photo.) Your poem captures the relief of good timing to miss the downpour really well. I like the included repeat lines of 'my horse and I' as it emphasises you were both in it together.

 Comment Written 13-Mar-2020


reply by the author on 16-Mar-2020
    Yes, I love that photo. It was just the mood I was looking for. Thanks for the encouraging comments about the writing.
    Debi
Comment from Pam (respa)
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-Nice image and
presentation, Debi.
-Thanks for sharing
the story in the notes, too.
-This is an excellent poem
that flows smoothly with good
meter, imagery, rhyme, and
repeating phrase.
-It has the cadence of the ride, as well.
-You paint a vivid word picture
of what you see as you ride,
as well as the approaching storm,
and then being "inside on cobbled floor."
-I enjoyed this poem; thanks for sharing it.

 Comment Written 13-Mar-2020


reply by the author on 16-Mar-2020
    Hi Pam,
    Thank you for the excellent review and the detailed comments. I appreciate the analysis and am happy to hear you enjoyed it.
reply by Pam (respa) on 16-Mar-2020
    You are very welcome, Debi, it was a good poem.
Comment from Boogienights
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This is a lovely rhyming poem. I love the repitition in each verse, it gives this piece a nice rhythm. Horses are strong beautiful creatures and I can see your love for them shining through. Thanks for sharing.

 Comment Written 13-Mar-2020


reply by the author on 16-Mar-2020
    Thank you for the encouraging comments about the writing and about horses.
    Debi
Comment from May 1
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Wow, that creates such a wonderful image in my mind. Also, I love the tone of this poem it makes me feel like I am off to a wonderful adventure. Wonderful poem, it was really fun reading it.

 Comment Written 13-Mar-2020


reply by the author on 16-Mar-2020
    Hi May 1,
    Thanks for enjoying the adventure and having fun while you read this verse. I appreciate it.
    Debi
Comment from Minglement
Exceptional
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Oh, I really enjoyed this lovely, simple story in a poem. I love horses and appreciate the camaraderie and kinship there. I loved your repeat line, Well done, thanks for sharing.

 Comment Written 13-Mar-2020


reply by the author on 16-Mar-2020
    Hi Minglement,
    Thank you for the six star rating and the comments about the camaraderie with the horse. It is nice to hear from a fellow horse lover.
    Debi
reply by Minglement on 16-Mar-2020
    My pleasure Debi :)
Comment from Dolly'sPoems
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These are sweet moments you spent with your horse that has prompted this write and I felt your joy here in these words, a much enjoyed story, Love Dolly x

 Comment Written 13-Mar-2020


reply by the author on 16-Mar-2020
    Hi Dolly,
    Thank you for excellent review. I am glad to hear you could feel the joy of the horseback ride. I find that encouraging.
    Debi