Comment from Charles W. Johnson

Excellent

Neat poem. I enjoyed the format with the single rhyme flowing through each quatrain. The lack of sentence ending punctuation was an interesting choice, particularly with a poem containing so many questions. I think you made the right choice - the punctuation wasn't needed and would have been a distraction. Photos that accompany poems are sometimes unnecessary baubles. Here, it was needed. A poem entitled "Self Reflection" that is filled with "you" would sound preachy without an understanding that the writer is addressing herself, as the woman is in the mirror. Ending line in this poem is brilliant. Good work!

 Comment Written 04-Jan-2023

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reply by the author on 04-Jan-2023

Once again, I thank you Charles! This was one I was destined to write as I'm hoping it finds its way to anyone who sees themselves in it. While none of us are perfect, it isn't very desirable qualities, but Jesus died for all and I need to pick up my cross and walk beside Him to be the best person I can be.

As far as photos go, you have a better chance w reviewers and voters if you use them. While they are not required, they are recommended by the site.
But I do believe in everyone personal preference. But thank you for the kind review and comments for this on my friend! You are always so sweet!

Comment from Jannypan (Jan)

Exceptional

You did an awesome job with your poem, Debi. I liked
everything about it. The color scheme, picture, and font
worked well together. Your monorhyme within each verse
was super. There were several humorous points, but mostly
as you said those that would cause, or should cause one to
take a good look at themselves. Too many see only themselves
rather than the big picture--we all have to live on this one planet
Earth. No one should believe s/he is the best of all people. There's
room for improvement from everyone. However, the one in your
poem is a narcissist not open to change. I loved the whole second
verse. The last one was funny, but not in a funny way. However, there
are those who will do just as you wrote and wonder what happened
to them and their perfect world.
Thanks for sharing, Jan

 Comment Written 03-Jan-2023

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reply by the author on 04-Jan-2023

Thank you Jan for such a kind review and comments. They mean the world to me, as I so appreciate your gift of six stars too! LOL It's just too bad that the recipient can't review it.tho! Sorry I haven't been in touch but had to finish a bunch of thank you notes before I post another one. I want to get my fourth one done so I know my rank. So haven't written it yet, so when I am done posting it, I will be in touch!.I was down yesterday w another attack and will tell you all about it later. Thank you again for your awesome review package. It was as perfect as you my friend! ,

Comment from Jasmine Girl

Excellent

I like this sarcastic and playful poem about self-esteem. It's fun to try on a dress and look at yourself in the mirror. It looks like you are talking to yourself in the mirror in a playful way.

Well done.

 Comment Written 03-Jan-2023

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reply by the author on 04-Jan-2023

Hi Jasmine, Once upon a time that could have been me in the dress, but those days are gone! Lol...Thank you so much for your very kind review and words for my poem. They are so appreciated, my dear friend!

Comment from Joanne Gill-Maddick

Excellent

This is a nicely written poem. It has great rhyming. Nice overall presentation background and font choice. Beautiful photo to compliment your words as well. Well done.

 Comment Written 03-Jan-2023

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reply by the author on 04-Jan-2023

Hi Joanne. Thank you so much for your very kind review and words for my poem. They are so appreciated, my dear friend!

Comment from royowen

Excellent

I wrote about confession this morning, and the problem is with mankind, they/we have no idea how gracious God is, I think that sin mounts up and puts us under pressure, whereas God simply wants us relieve ourselves of it, and nail it to the cross. This is so beautifully written dear Debi, so necessary, I'm sure our pride blinds us, beautifully written my friend, blessings Roy

 Comment Written 03-Jan-2023

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reply by the author on 04-Jan-2023

Oh Roy, thank you for your vote of confidence in trying to call out what none of us should ever want to be. Of course you are right, that whatever we still carry, that goes right back to the man who paid it all for us! I barely say that without a few tears as it means everything to me! Thank you my awesome friend for such a kind review and comments! '

reply by royowen on 04-Jan-2023

Well done Debi

Comment from LateBloomer

Excellent

Hi Debi, a timely poem for the New Year, a time when we look to make changes beginning from within. Change doesn't always come easy,
but all great things begin with one small step. I especially liked:

But yes opens more doors for achieving great success
(This is so true, just like a smile can open more doors, and you have a beautiful smile.)

Well-chosen photo. I wonder if the Dutchman would love that red dress? Lol. A thought-provoking poem. Keep the blue waters flowing.
Xo. M

 Comment Written 03-Jan-2023

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reply by the author on 03-Jan-2023

Hello miss have to make me laugh! The Dutch man might need to throw you in the dungeon and put you in chains if you wore this! In fact that's why I chose this picture. She resembles you! LOL

Thank you so much for your very kind review and words for my poem. They are so appreciated, my dear friend!

Comment from GWHARGIS

Excellent

There are several lessons you have slipped into this clever poem. Arrogance and self confidence are often mistaken one for the other. Self confidence to me is the ability to show your weakness or try to learn. Arrogance is pretending you know all. Nice poem and a fun gentle reminder to us all. Gretchen

 Comment Written 03-Jan-2023

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reply by the author on 03-Jan-2023

Hi again Grethen! Thanks for the awesome review and comments for this poem. As always, you are so appreciated my dear friend!

Comment from poetwatch

Excellent

The first shall be the last I read somewhere in life, Debi, and then it was added that the last shall come in first. We walk a thin line as we balance on the rope someone cuts us down. But no one is better for we are all the same walking in this life, but "Humility is priceless." Thank you for sharing.

 Comment Written 03-Jan-2023

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reply by the author on 03-Jan-2023

Thanks for the awesome review and comments for this poem. And you are so appreciated my dear friend!

Comment from Mary Shifman

Excellent

This poem pretty well sums up what it's like to be a narcissist. I've known a few and you're listed some of them classic characteristics ... and made it funny!

 Comment Written 03-Jan-2023

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reply by the author on 03-Jan-2023

Hi Mary! Thanks for the awesome review and comments for this poem. As always, you are so appreciated my dear friend!

reply by Mary Shifman on 04-Jan-2023

You are welcome.

Comment from Carol Clark2

Excellent

I think you chose the perfect picture for your words. You drew a line in the sand with this poem, and I love what you've written, especially 'Yes opens more doors for achieving great success.' Great rhyme scheme, and a good message. Blessings. Carol

 Comment Written 03-Jan-2023

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reply by the author on 03-Jan-2023

Hi again Carol! Thanks for the awesome review and comments for this poem. As always, you are so appreciated my dear friend!