The Doormat
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Comment from teafor2
Scribe, the title, selection of picture, theme, notes and free flowing format
makes for an attractive read. This personification of clear-eyed feline posturing in absolute comfort/safety/security is brought to reader(s) via
charismatic and captivating language.
reply by the author on 29-Jun-2024
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Scribe, the title, selection of picture, theme, notes and free flowing format
makes for an attractive read. This personification of clear-eyed feline posturing in absolute comfort/safety/security is brought to reader(s) via
charismatic and captivating language.
Comment Written 29-Jun-2024
reply by the author on 29-Jun-2024
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She is rather cute, isn't she?
Thank you for the review, and,
pf course, the rating.
Smiling,
Doug
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Yes, and you are welcome:-)
Comment from Unclear Saria
Really interesting! such a fresh perspective on doormat. I love the last stanza "And most of all....walk upon it". Well written and well thought out Thank you so much for sharing!
reply by the author on 29-Jun-2024
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Really interesting! such a fresh perspective on doormat. I love the last stanza "And most of all....walk upon it". Well written and well thought out Thank you so much for sharing!
Comment Written 29-Jun-2024
reply by the author on 29-Jun-2024
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Thanks so much for reading this. I really appreciate it.
Comment from Marilyn Hamilton
What a lovely poem and a complete turn around with how a "doormat" is usually perceived when someone is given that name. Very nicely done. Thank you for sharing.
reply by the author on 29-Jun-2024
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What a lovely poem and a complete turn around with how a "doormat" is usually perceived when someone is given that name. Very nicely done. Thank you for sharing.
Comment Written 29-Jun-2024
reply by the author on 29-Jun-2024
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I thank you most sincerely for your kind words.
Comment from Earl Corp
Interesting choice of a topic for a poem. It wasn't what I was expecting from the title, I guess when I hear doormat I think of somebody being walked on in a negative way. Very nice job.
reply by the author on 29-Jun-2024
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Interesting choice of a topic for a poem. It wasn't what I was expecting from the title, I guess when I hear doormat I think of somebody being walked on in a negative way. Very nice job.
Comment Written 29-Jun-2024
reply by the author on 29-Jun-2024
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Thank you, and yes sometimes she wears heels!
LOl
Comment from davisr (Rhonda)
Oh Doug, you are such a gentle soul, my friend. A kitten...
*The first stanza starts out direct and to the point - you offer yourself as welcoming to whoever the poem is written for, perhaps the love of your life.
*The second shows your own self-sacrifice to achieve welcoming to your love.
*The third, A constant renewal of your dedication and invitation.
*The fourth, a reiteration of the fact you are laying yourself out for her to walk on, eagerly inviting her to come to you, step on you.
*One line: her approval, all you ask in return.
*Last stanza: the anticipated tenderness of her touching you, walking across your soul.
Well done, dear friend!
Rhonda
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reply by the author on 29-Jun-2024
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Oh Doug, you are such a gentle soul, my friend. A kitten...
*The first stanza starts out direct and to the point - you offer yourself as welcoming to whoever the poem is written for, perhaps the love of your life.
*The second shows your own self-sacrifice to achieve welcoming to your love.
*The third, A constant renewal of your dedication and invitation.
*The fourth, a reiteration of the fact you are laying yourself out for her to walk on, eagerly inviting her to come to you, step on you.
*One line: her approval, all you ask in return.
*Last stanza: the anticipated tenderness of her touching you, walking across your soul.
Well done, dear friend!
Rhonda
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Comment Written 29-Jun-2024
reply by the author on 29-Jun-2024
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Oh, how I wish I had thought of that-"walking across my soul."
My, you have endured and understand the denoument of life.
Thank you,
Doug
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Or is it denouement?
I have to look it up. Lol
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I hope I got the essence of your poem. You are such a deep thinker!!
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I'm pretty sure it's denouement, lol. Sounds good anyway.
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yes, it is. Smile.
See your PM. Lol
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And... get the essence of it?
You explained it to me and for me.
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Awwww. I've found it easier with complex works, to break it down by verses. It helps me to get what poets are trying to say, lol.
Glad I did!!
Comment from royowen
I love this, and being the victim of charm myself, how could I possibly disagree, they wheedle their way into your heart and become putty in their hands, yep, I am a victim like you, beautifully written my friend, blessings Roy
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reply by the author on 29-Jun-2024
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I love this, and being the victim of charm myself, how could I possibly disagree, they wheedle their way into your heart and become putty in their hands, yep, I am a victim like you, beautifully written my friend, blessings Roy
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Comment Written 28-Jun-2024
reply by the author on 29-Jun-2024
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Thank you, Roy.
I am so glad you continue to read me and your reviews are always polite. Meaning complimentary, but if you disagree, you are still a gentleman.
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Well done
Comment from Iza Deleanu
Cute picture and I love the cat that stays delicately on the mat inside your house, I always thought that the house looks so much better with the furry friends. Thank you for sharing and good luck with your writings.
reply by the author on 28-Jun-2024
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Cute picture and I love the cat that stays delicately on the mat inside your house, I always thought that the house looks so much better with the furry friends. Thank you for sharing and good luck with your writings.
Comment Written 28-Jun-2024
reply by the author on 28-Jun-2024
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Thank you!
I know the six star was for the cat, but I'm still happy. Lol.
Doug
