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Whispers

a 5-7-5 poetic form

25 total reviews 
Comment from Rachelle Allen
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She did you a solid with this one, for sure, that muse of yours! A creative type like yourself, though, probably needs only the teeniest of nudges to find something unique and fabulous flowing from the tip of your pen. I love this glowing, exotic-looking picture! xoxo

 Comment Written 30-Dec-2024


reply by the author on 30-Dec-2024
    Haha, thanks Rachelle. I'll be sure and tell Miss Muse that she's appreciated. Hugs!

    Melissa
reply by Rachelle Allen on 30-Dec-2024
    Yes, please do that!! xoxox
Comment from Pam (respa)
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-Nice artwork and presentation, Melissa.
-A well written poem with a good topic.
-A very good opening line describes the setting,
following by the impact on your candle.
-A very good satori line.
-Good luck in the contest.

 Comment Written 30-Dec-2024


reply by the author on 30-Dec-2024
    thank you so much, Pam. I appreciate your lovely comments. Hugs!

    Melissa
reply by Pam (respa) on 30-Dec-2024
    You are very welcome, Melissa, and hugs back to you!
Comment from June Sargent
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You've captured a serene moment when a writer suddenly senses her muse awakening and stirring - and whispering in her ears. That spark of creativity comes out of the shadows and a poem is born.

 Comment Written 30-Dec-2024


reply by the author on 30-Dec-2024
    thank you June. I can see that you understand this poem thoroughly. The flickers are from the candlelight and the Muse :)

    Melissa
Comment from royowen
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I've used the metaphorical candle in a number of the poems I've written, so yes, in the darkness even a candle is like a lighthouse, this is a lovely poem, well done, blessings Roy

 Comment Written 30-Dec-2024


reply by the author on 30-Dec-2024
    thanks so much Roy!!

    Melissa
reply by royowen on 30-Dec-2024
    Bless you
Comment from lyenochka
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I like how much you accomplish through implying the metaphor of the candle and the wind that doesn't really blow but the wind of inspiration still moves the the candle and whispers to the narrator what to write. Best wishes in the contest!!

 Comment Written 29-Dec-2024


reply by the author on 30-Dec-2024
    hi Helen. You so get it. Thank you for a lovely review!!

    Melissa
Comment from Tom Horonzy
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The first thing thought with your title was a Jackie Wilson's song. Great tune. Do you recall it or are you too young? Love the picture and your knowledge of agronomy.

 Comment Written 29-Dec-2024


reply by the author on 30-Dec-2024
    Thanks so much, Tom. So appreciate you!

    Melissa
Comment from Dolly'sPoems
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We watch the candle flame with fascination as it dances in the breeze, I enjoyed your inventive post Melissa, good luck with the 5-7-5 contest, love Dolly x x x

 Comment Written 29-Dec-2024


reply by the author on 30-Dec-2024
    thank you so much Dolly!! So appreciate your lovely review.

    Melissa
Comment from Carol Clark2
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This 5-7-5 creates a wonderful word picture. The candle picture is great to accompany your words. I love the patterns in the wax that the melting has caused. That would create awesome shadows. Best wishes in the contest. Blessings. Carol

 Comment Written 29-Dec-2024


reply by the author on 30-Dec-2024
    Thank you so much, Carol. I so appreciate you and your lovely comments!!

    Melissa
reply by Carol Clark2 on 31-Dec-2024
    You're welcome, Melissa. I enjoyed reading your lovely words. Happy New Year! Carol
Comment from Mark D. R.
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Melissa,

You can be my muse inspiration anytime.

Unique candle for your meaning? Or "my candles cast ..."?

Nicely done contest entry! Good use of artwork to complement your poem. Of course, I like your mini c- and w-letter alliterations. Drop the cap in first word?

Best wishes for a happy, healthy New Year!

Mark

 Comment Written 29-Dec-2024


reply by the author on 30-Dec-2024
    Hey Mark! Thank you, my friend, I will take your suggestion to drop the cap.

    Melissa
Comment from Sally Law
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Oh, I have a thing for candles. I received 5 for Christmas so far. I get lost in the burning wick and scent. A hypnotic short verse 5-7-5 for the site contest.

Sending you my best today as always, dear Melissa, and my best wishes in the upcoming contest.
Happy New Year too!
Sal XOs

 Comment Written 29-Dec-2024


reply by the author on 30-Dec-2024
    Hi Sally. I love candles too and always have a burning one nearby. The scent fills the house. So appreciate you. My friend.

    Melissa