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Thirty poems in Thirty Days

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Comment from Phyllis Stewart
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Very true, Debbie. A shade of meaning with a different word can make the difference between a compliment and a sarcastic insult, for example.

>> to not use them just anywhere.

I think the meter would be better if you rearranged these words like this:

to use them not just anywhere.


 Comment Written 10-Apr-2014


reply by the author on 10-Apr-2014
    Thanks, Phyllis. I changed that line several times. Will look at it again. Take care, my friend~Debbie
Comment from Frankeddy
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Very good poem with thoughtful message.
Well chosen accompanying picture.
Very nicely rhymed for nice even flow.
All presented in a clear bright setting.

Well done. Frankeddy

 Comment Written 10-Apr-2014


reply by the author on 10-Apr-2014
    Thank you, my friend~Debbie
Comment from Terrie DeGolier
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You are so right words express, clarify, mold our communication into a way for others to get a particular message whether it be enlightening or harsh the point it delivered. Terrie

 Comment Written 10-Apr-2014


reply by the author on 10-Apr-2014
    Thank you, my friend~Debbie
Comment from emrpoems
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Selection of the correct word
Ensures our message will be heard
These end lines summarize the message well
Good aabb rhymes
Good use of enjambment allowing easy transition of words and thoughts from one line to another
Compellingly paired picture and poem

 Comment Written 10-Apr-2014


reply by the author on 10-Apr-2014
    Thank you, my friend~Debbie
Comment from adewpearl
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Good use of rhyming couplets
excellent use of enjambment to keep your thoughts flowing from line to line
a thoughtful look at the creative writing practice and the importance of finding just the right word
Brooke

 Comment Written 10-Apr-2014


reply by the author on 10-Apr-2014
    Thank you so very much, Brooke~Debbie
Comment from El Coyote
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In a few lines, you've captured the essence of creative writing. The rhyme and meter were very smooth. What I like most of all is your focus on finding meaning in the words we choose and use. That process, I believe transfers very well to many other aspects of life, finding meaning that is. Well done.

 Comment Written 10-Apr-2014


reply by the author on 10-Apr-2014
    Thank you, my friend~Debbie
Comment from royowen
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You are so right about the choice of words when trying to communicate the the most desired message we can. A lot of people may think they are poets, and to ascertain degree that is true! Some are gifted in certain styles. This is a nicely written sonnet, the descriptive language is good, the aabbcc rhyme scheme is good, the meter is nice and even! Blessings, Roy.

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 Comment Written 10-Apr-2014


reply by the author on 10-Apr-2014
    Thank you so very much, my friend~Debbie
Comment from Nosha17
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I liked your ode to words. Unfortunately, it didn't say who wrote this! Anyway, well written, with good use of language and rhyme. An enjoyable read. Good illustration. Faye

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 Comment Written 10-Apr-2014


reply by the author on 10-Apr-2014
    It is at the very bottom--© Copyright 2014. dejohnsrld (Debbie) All rights reserved. . Thank you. Glad you liked it~Debbie