Comment from Sandra du Plessis

Excellent

A very well-written poem about all the dreams and sacrifices we have to make as mothers to become a mother for our children. Our weight cannot come down because we have to eat their left-overs too.

 Comment Written 05-Dec-2018

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reply by the author on 12-Apr-2024

Thanks a lot Sandra for the five stars and for resonating with the message of the poem.

Comment from Insider98

Excellent

Great piece with a message. I'm sure this will be relatable to many mothers. Mothers have many other mouths to feed that they don't have time for their own diet. Once again, excellent job!
Insider98

 Comment Written 05-Dec-2018

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reply by the author on 12-Apr-2024

Thanks a lot Insider98 for resonating with the message of the poem and the five stars too.

Comment from tfawcus

Excellent

I guess that any excuse will do! Blaming it on the children is an interesting role reversal. Your free verse poem explores and exposes some of the weaknesses of the food addict.

 Comment Written 05-Dec-2018

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reply by the author on 12-Apr-2024

Thanks tfawcus for resonating with the message of the poem and the five stars too.

Comment from duchessofdrumborg

Excellent

"Mommyish Wish", is a well-written and entertaining piece. This talented poet's work was a pleasure to both read and review. I look forward to seeing your next post.

 Comment Written 05-Dec-2018

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reply by the author on 12-Apr-2024

Thanks a lot for finding merits on this little poem. My deep apologies for it took me more than a year to reply back. I've been too caught up with the boring task of income generation. My creative self took a backseat in the meantime.

Comment from Kelly Hanna

Excellent

This poem is so relatable to those of us that struggle with our weight! Our kids really do it all the time, especially as teens, and we end up somehow eating more an more ourselves! I enjoyed the term food buddy and taste tester. I enjoyed reading this and found it to be a relatable piece! Great work!

 Comment Written 05-Dec-2018

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reply by the author on 12-Apr-2024

Thanks a lot Kelly for considering this little poem a great work.

Comment from Tootsie55

Excellent

Great poem full of home truths. Geoff here writing for Louise, working on building up her funny money so we can promote her "Our Trips" book more as many of you requested. Loved the layout as well. Recently diagnosed Coeliac (Americans spell it Celiac or Wheat allergy) and also a Type 2 Diabetic. Check out our trip stories there are a couple being promoted atm.

 Comment Written 05-Dec-2018

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reply by the author on 12-Apr-2024

Thanks a lot Tootsie55 for reviewing my work and the five stars too. God bless, hoping you are doing well.

Comment from Sugarray77

Excellent

'Well done on crafting a valid and timely topic. When raising kids it is hard to keep a tight hold on calories or exercise. I like the photograph you chose. It is bright and colorful and enhances your point.

All the best,

Melissa

 Comment Written 05-Dec-2018

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reply by the author on 12-Apr-2024

Thanks a lot Melissa for the positive review and the five stars too.

Comment from Jannypan (Jan)

Excellent

Good job, nassus, with your free verse on a touchy topic. Your picture is supportive of your well-chosen words. Moms must dream of what you write--evidenced by the number of gym memberships, online purchasing of weight related things, and the media hounding their programs of weight control/loss. Thanks for sharing. Jan

 Comment Written 05-Dec-2018

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reply by the author on 12-Apr-2024

Thanks a lot Jan for the positive review. This is a very. very late reply, my deep apologies.

Comment from kahpot

Excellent

Wonderful, I never thought of this, my Mother cooking constantly to feed the hungry family but reading this excellent poem brings back the memories of my Mother forever doing this for us, very well written****kahpot

 Comment Written 05-Dec-2018

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reply by the author on 12-Apr-2024

Thanks a lot kahpot for resonating with the message of the poem.

Comment from donette1914

Excellent

very well written
it truly is a pleasure to read your work
you really draw ones in
nice chosen words
nice photo
I hope the very best in the contest
donette1914 dec 04 2018

 Comment Written 05-Dec-2018

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reply by the author on 22-Aug-2024

My very deep apologies. It took me six years to respond, thanks for the five star review.