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As Old As Time

Moonlight on the Nile

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Comment from dragonpoet
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Hi Ginda,
This is a well done poem. Its lines connect grammatically and describe the sunset of a river. The last line has a religious feel to it and reminds us how old parts of nature are.
Keep writing and stay healthhy
Have a great day.
Congrats for the honorable mention in the contest
Joan

 Comment Written 22-Jun-2023

reply by the author on 22-Jun-2023
    Thank you, Joan.
reply by dragonpoet on 22-Jun-2023
    No problem, Ginda.
    Joan
Comment from vpdesignsxo
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The language and imagery capture the essence of the moment, transporting the reader to a place of serene beauty. A serene night scene along the Nile, where the moonlight casts a magical glow on the ancient waters evokes a sense of timelessness and tranquility.

 Comment Written 08-Jun-2023

reply by the author on 09-Jun-2023
    Thank you for your super review.
Comment from lancellot
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This is very nice, and you've found the perfect presentation to enhance the scene your word paint in the reader's mind. I've never been to or seen the Nile in person, but this makes me want to go.

Well done.

 Comment Written 08-Jun-2023

reply by the author on 09-Jun-2023
    Thank you so much for reviewing.
Comment from pome lover
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a lovely description of the night sky over the Nile, which is, as you said, as old as time. You got a lot said in 20 syllables!
Congratulations of All Time Best,
Katharine

 Comment Written 05-Jun-2023

reply by the author on 05-Jun-2023
    Thank you, Katharine.
Comment from Lisasview
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Oh how I relate to this poem... My father was born in Russia and when he was two he moved to Cairo 1915...he spend his life there until he met my mother and moved to California...long long story.
Your words cross the borders and fly into the hearts of those that read these powerful yet simple words.
I loved it!!
Your choice for the image is perfect!!
Lisa, new to this site

 Comment Written 05-Jun-2023

reply by the author on 05-Jun-2023
    Thank you, Lisa. I loved hearing about your father's Cairo connection. I lived there for six years and the experience continues to enrich my life. I have written three books of Egyptian journals, illustrated with my paintings of the country and the people.
reply by Lisasview on 06-Jun-2023
    Oh now that is so interesting... I too am a painter and my grandfather was also a painter... I have a marvellous water color painting of the Nile that he painted, over our fireplace.
    Lisa
reply by the author on 06-Jun-2023
    Oh, please share a photo of your grandfather's painting of the Nile. Egypt is the subject of many of my paintings. If you would like a peek, visit www.gindasimpson.com
Comment from Janel Mock
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That picture is stunning with this poem! Short poems that are simple yet powerful, I love it! A painter and a writer I see? You are amazing!Thank you for sharing! ~Janel

 Comment Written 04-Jun-2023

reply by the author on 04-Jun-2023
    Thank you, Janel, for your kind words.
Comment from royowen
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Oh yes, I think Sumer was the first civilisation, but closely followed by Egypt, of course Abraham came from the Sumerian region, and Egypt is symbolically earthly, (as the Jews escaping slavery), this is a great entry in this contest Ginda, blessings Roy

 Comment Written 03-Jun-2023

reply by the author on 03-Jun-2023
    Bless you, Roy. Thanks for reviewing.
reply by royowen on 04-Jun-2023
    Pleasure
Comment from Carol Hillebrenner
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This is a beautiful picture, and I can think of no river that seems more as old as time than the Nile. More world history has taken place along its banks than any other river. Very well written poem.

 Comment Written 01-Jun-2023

reply by the author on 02-Jun-2023
    Thank you, Carol.
Comment from Lady MJ
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Nicely written and thought well conveyed in this 20-syllable poem. The picture goes well with the poem and its image puts you at ease. Fitting title; great reference to the Nile.

 Comment Written 01-Jun-2023

reply by the author on 01-Jun-2023
    Thank you so very much for taking time to review.
Comment from w.j.debi
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You paint a beautiful picture with your words. That indigo night seems so dark in my mind, and the moonlight on the water glowing like a gem. The Nile seems timeless in this setting.

 Comment Written 01-Jun-2023

reply by the author on 01-Jun-2023
    Thank you, Debi, for reviewing and for your kind words.