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A collection of poetry

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Comment from jlsavell
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6teezkid, your work is simple and yet powerful..interesting write..solace...to upraise..to comfort or alleviate..each line speels this out very well as the human connection in a moment of doubt, hurt and vulnerability can give oneencouragement and warmth to prevail in life's sometimes weary travel...well done..
you are gifted ..jlsavell

 Comment Written 19-Nov-2008

Comment from jmyron
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Well written, hence the stars, but the relationship you describe seems one sided. you are willing to listen and be there for him, but you are not willing to let him help you through your dark times.

 Comment Written 19-Nov-2008


reply by the author on 19-Nov-2008
    Thank you so much for your generous review and comments.
    At this very particular moment, my only need is to be held and when he feels the same way, I'll be there; needing no explanation from him if that is what he wishes.

    Just wanted to see if you re-read it, you could feel the reciprocity. Would love to hear back from you, either way! With warmest regards, Sue
reply by jmyron on 19-Nov-2008
    Yeah, I really got that the first time. But upon rereading is I think that maybe I was wrong in another way. I think that both of you aren't trying to get the full benifit of what a relationship can be. I hope that it will grow into such a relationship.
Comment from Nanette Mary
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Hullo 60skid .....

This is well written with good rhyming and there is nothing that I would suggest changing.
The line which stands out for me is ...
"I give to you no burden ..."
Thank you for sharing this with us.
With love from ..... Nanette Mary.

 Comment Written 19-Nov-2008

Comment from daviwake
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This is good. Really good.

For only with your touch
Am I in this calm space
And when you are in need
I'm there with my embrace

This is simple and effective - no striving for clever effect - but calm and measured. The rhythm of the words help the meaning. In fact it is difficult to explain why this last verse works so well. Simplicity I think is the key.

Compared with

My heart has been heavy
The road has been unkind

There is the slightest whiff of cliche about these two lines and I am sorry to mention it - it's a bit reminiscent of a couple of lines from Bette Midler's "The Rose"

When the night has been too lonely
And the road has been too long
And you think that love is only
For the lucky and the strong

Nice in a song but a bit trite. I like the song btw and sing it in the choir of which I am a member. I am really rabbiting on now.

Final message is that I love the poem.

David


 Comment Written 19-Nov-2008


reply by the author on 19-Nov-2008
    David, thanks for 'rabbiting' on! HA! I will have to go look at all the lyrics of that song now. And perhaps revisit my poem and consider a slight 'tweak'. I most certainly appreciate your most generous review and specific comments. Warmest regards, Sue
Comment from mamre07
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Sharing with a friend is awesome as it is the exchange of energy in the best ways possible. I love the intensity of this piece as it communicates the loyalty of true friends or lovers.

 Comment Written 19-Nov-2008


reply by the author on 19-Nov-2008
    I want to thank you for taking the time to read and review my poem. And for your very generous comments! Much appreciated. With regards, Sue
Comment from Artasylum
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a tender and truly loving piece and the reciprocate of such love is lucky indeed and i hope they know it...thanks so much yours, diana

 Comment Written 19-Nov-2008


reply by the author on 19-Nov-2008
    Diana, thank you very much for your most generous review and lovely comments. So appreciated! Warmest regards, Sue
Comment from jackiesmuse
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Poignant poem and filled with important life hints about human interaction.

Vulnerable, so tired
In need of an embrace
With strong arms and deep heart
[did you want the lines seperate like that?]
You take me from that place

I so enjoyed the read. Thank you for posting this.
:-) Jackie

 Comment Written 19-Nov-2008


reply by the author on 19-Nov-2008
    Jackie, thank you for pointing out the "hints about human interaction". It is precisely what I wanted to convey in this piece. Not only what my need would be at any given time, but how we all need that other human touch. I want to thank you for your most generous review and lovely comments. Warmest regards, Sue
reply by jackiesmuse on 19-Nov-2008
    My pleasure. Great write!
Comment from c_lucas
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A very well written poem with a very good cadence making for a very smooth read. It has very good imagery and descriptive scheme.

 Comment Written 19-Nov-2008

Comment from cheyennewy
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Hi 6teezkid..This is a sad and poignant poem and one that tugs at the heart strings. You have chosen to write this with little or no punctuation, instead you have let your line breaks work for you. A sad but lovely poem...blessings....chey

 Comment Written 19-Nov-2008

Comment from Janelle
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I really liked this piece. It had a lovely relaxing feel about it. It is amazing how just having someone you care about, whoever that may be, can calm you and reinvigorate you when things are not going too well, or even if you're just tired, just by holding you close, wrapped in their arms. This flowed beautifully and illustrated that feeling of solace, totally. Regards, Jan

 Comment Written 19-Nov-2008