The writing on the wall
When will it end?13 total reviews
Comment from Gail Denham
How real this is. Why do people post such garbage, such filth, things that will no go away no matter how much you scrub or paint over. And especially if they're aiming their markings at you. Hard to ignore. Hope (if it is aimed at you) you can move on and realize that only the person who painted thinks those thoughts.
reply by the author on 14-Feb-2019
How real this is. Why do people post such garbage, such filth, things that will no go away no matter how much you scrub or paint over. And especially if they're aiming their markings at you. Hard to ignore. Hope (if it is aimed at you) you can move on and realize that only the person who painted thinks those thoughts.
Comment Written 14-Feb-2019
reply by the author on 14-Feb-2019
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Thank you so much Gail for your wonderful review and stars, much appreciated. Jen.
Comment from Sandra du Plessis
A very well-written free verse poem about the ugly things in life that we sometimes experience is there in our minds forever and we cannot wipe it out completely.
reply by the author on 14-Feb-2019
A very well-written free verse poem about the ugly things in life that we sometimes experience is there in our minds forever and we cannot wipe it out completely.
Comment Written 13-Feb-2019
reply by the author on 14-Feb-2019
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Thanks a lot for the review Sandra, much appreciated. Jen.
Comment from Rachelle Allen
Wow. So much message in so few words. REALLY well done, Jenintorre. Stunning entry.
All the offerings in this particular contest seem little short of outstanding! I'm having the best time reading them all. Whether this wins or not, it is a fantastic, MEMORABLE piece. (That's why I'm going to bookcase it.) Thanks for this infusion of excellence today.
reply by the author on 13-Feb-2019
Wow. So much message in so few words. REALLY well done, Jenintorre. Stunning entry.
All the offerings in this particular contest seem little short of outstanding! I'm having the best time reading them all. Whether this wins or not, it is a fantastic, MEMORABLE piece. (That's why I'm going to bookcase it.) Thanks for this infusion of excellence today.
Comment Written 13-Feb-2019
reply by the author on 13-Feb-2019
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Many thanks Jen.
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Many thanks Jen.
Comment from Mark D. R.
This is an exceptional commentary in the world we now live in. Your verse is a excellent complement to your free verse entry.
Lots of great imagery with:
scrubbed and scrubbed
racist words
grafittied
tattooed forever
... my soul
THANKS for expressing how many of us feel about the racism confronting us in the news on a daily basis.
reply by the author on 13-Feb-2019
This is an exceptional commentary in the world we now live in. Your verse is a excellent complement to your free verse entry.
Lots of great imagery with:
scrubbed and scrubbed
racist words
grafittied
tattooed forever
... my soul
THANKS for expressing how many of us feel about the racism confronting us in the news on a daily basis.
Comment Written 13-Feb-2019
reply by the author on 13-Feb-2019
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Many thanks. Jen
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Many thanks. Jen
Comment from LisaMay
Yes, we can remove the outward signs of racism and evil but the impact is tattooed more permanently. Your simple approach, from the photo to your choice of words and arrangement, is very effective. It deserves to do well in the voting.
reply by the author on 13-Feb-2019
Yes, we can remove the outward signs of racism and evil but the impact is tattooed more permanently. Your simple approach, from the photo to your choice of words and arrangement, is very effective. It deserves to do well in the voting.
Comment Written 13-Feb-2019
reply by the author on 13-Feb-2019
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Thank you so much LisaMay.
Comment from lyenochka
So expertly expressed and this is such a relevant message for today. I like that even with the title 'writing on the wall' you give us a feeling of the ominous effect (as in the Daniel passage of the Bible). Let's hope we can remove all such messages from our souls!
reply by the author on 13-Feb-2019
So expertly expressed and this is such a relevant message for today. I like that even with the title 'writing on the wall' you give us a feeling of the ominous effect (as in the Daniel passage of the Bible). Let's hope we can remove all such messages from our souls!
Comment Written 12-Feb-2019
reply by the author on 13-Feb-2019
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Thanks Helen for your awesome review. Jen. X
Comment from country ranch writer
Harsh words stay imbedded in ones mind and spirits are dampened by those who are cruel to others inhale fullness. They do not like change and fight against it.
reply by the author on 12-Feb-2019
Harsh words stay imbedded in ones mind and spirits are dampened by those who are cruel to others inhale fullness. They do not like change and fight against it.
Comment Written 12-Feb-2019
reply by the author on 12-Feb-2019
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Many thanks for reading and reviewing. Jen.
Comment from Ricky1024
This is 'A Free Verse Contest Entry.'
Rich in Theme and Imagery.
It read and flowed well with no Grammar Issues.
Adjecive and Objective Contents were Excellent.
Descripive Measures aligned Perfectly.
Good luck.
Dr. Ricky 1024
reply by the author on 12-Feb-2019
This is 'A Free Verse Contest Entry.'
Rich in Theme and Imagery.
It read and flowed well with no Grammar Issues.
Adjecive and Objective Contents were Excellent.
Descripive Measures aligned Perfectly.
Good luck.
Dr. Ricky 1024
Comment Written 12-Feb-2019
reply by the author on 12-Feb-2019
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Many thanks Ricky?
Comment from Dolly'sPoems
I felt the emotion in these words Jen, but the problem sits fairly and squarely with the racist, the person who it is aimed at is in no way guilty of anything. And because of their innocence they should not let this in anyway affect them. I obviously understand your words though, love Dolly x
reply by the author on 12-Feb-2019
I felt the emotion in these words Jen, but the problem sits fairly and squarely with the racist, the person who it is aimed at is in no way guilty of anything. And because of their innocence they should not let this in anyway affect them. I obviously understand your words though, love Dolly x
Comment Written 12-Feb-2019
reply by the author on 12-Feb-2019
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Many thanks Dolly.
Comment from patcelaw
This is so good and a reminder to all of us that we should always be aware of the damage our words either written or spoken can do to the souls of those hearing or reading the words. Patricia
reply by the author on 12-Feb-2019
This is so good and a reminder to all of us that we should always be aware of the damage our words either written or spoken can do to the souls of those hearing or reading the words. Patricia
Comment Written 12-Feb-2019
reply by the author on 12-Feb-2019
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Many thanks.