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Heart Crafted Poems -2021

Viewing comments for Chapter 26 "The Red Barn"
Musings of an old man -2021

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Comment from barbara.wilkey
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Thank you for sharing this poem. It reminds me of the old days when life was simple and in my opinion much better. I could picture a Norman Rockwell painting as I read.

Wakening the next morn by the crowing call of the Wellsummer rooster, (because this a poem and poetic license may be in effect, but it should be the following morn because of definition, but I am NOT a poet, so it may be different.)

 Comment Written 20-Jul-2021


reply by the author on 20-Jul-2021
    Thanks for the review and comments.
Comment from Seshadri_Sreenivasan
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I enjoyed the beautifully penned free verse poem, skillfully structured . I am sure the readers will be taking a trip down memory lane recalling the delightful boyhood days. Thanks for sharing!

 Comment Written 20-Jul-2021


reply by the author on 20-Jul-2021
    Thank you
Comment from lyenochka
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Thank you for the lovely free verse about farm memories. It sounds like you have very clear memories of a life on the farm and these are recorded with sights, sounds, smells, and tastes of childhood on the farm.

 Comment Written 20-Jul-2021


reply by the author on 20-Jul-2021
    Thank you
Comment from Possummagic
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I enjoyed the tale you recounted in your "Free verse" poem. It reminded me of my own journey home to visit the family and taste Mumma's famous apple pie. Except that she isn't there any more and nor is Dad. The glue that held the family together is gone and sadly we who remain, don't get together very often these days. Great job. I wish you luck in the contest. PM

 Comment Written 20-Jul-2021


reply by the author on 20-Jul-2021
    PM , thank you for sharing your thoughts
reply by Possummagic on 20-Jul-2021
    You are most welcome.PM
Comment from equestrik
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I love the nostalgia in this presentation and it brings me back to the good fortune i had to be raised on a farm. This sounds magical and I love it. All the best to you.

 Comment Written 19-Jul-2021


reply by the author on 20-Jul-2021
    Thank you for commenting
Comment from zanya
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A really enjoyable read taking the reader for a stroll down memory lane as childhood happy days are recalled with an annual trip to Creekstone Farm and the many delights that await

 Comment Written 19-Jul-2021


reply by the author on 20-Jul-2021
    Zanya, thank you for reading my poem
Comment from Sherry Asbury
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This brought me thoughts of going to my grandparent's farm. I did romp and play, but like you took up farm tasks and reveled in the work. You have taken us on a journey of nostalgia and you did it splendidly.

 Comment Written 19-Jul-2021


reply by the author on 20-Jul-2021
    Sherry, thank you.
Comment from royowen
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Occasionally we drift back to old memories that can refresh us and cause us to bathe in happy memories, is it the food? The solid recollections of days of the past tgstbbrings comfort to the heart and solace to the soul. A beautifully written post Jim, well done, blessings Roy

 Comment Written 19-Jul-2021


reply by the author on 20-Jul-2021
    Roy, thanks for your review.
reply by royowen on 20-Jul-2021
    Well done
Comment from Raffaelina Lowcock
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This Free Verse poem carries us back to the days of anticipation when we looked forward to a sojourn into the country. The thought of visiting our Grandparents/or whoever, in that wonderful environment and the imagery you have created of the enjoyable activities and meals, is a heartfelt reverie.

Ralf

 Comment Written 19-Jul-2021


reply by the author on 20-Jul-2021
    Hi Ralf, thank you, be well?.
Comment from nomi338
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Stop! I am so nostalgic and jealous right now, that I cannot stand it. Are you kidding me. From age eleven to age thirty, I lived in Detroit, but my mom who grew up on a farm in the South, cooked like she was still living on a farm and so much of the food you mentioned was a staple in our home. During my younger years I spent much time on my grandmas farm as well.

 Comment Written 19-Jul-2021


reply by the author on 19-Jul-2021
    Ahh, Nomi that is too precious! Thanks so much, there is nothing that can replace those so carefully crafted meals made with that secret ingredient a mothers love. Which obviously your mother learned from her mother.. the gift that keeps giving....