Poems from a Pensive Poet
Viewing comments for Chapter 17 "Enduring Love"Verses from my heart
28 total reviews
Comment from LisaMay
Your poem comes from a sincere awareness of what makes love work, so it lives up to the title of your poem. Cupid may start the flame but to endure love needs the commitment of putting each other first, as you mention in the 2nd last stanza. It still needs the attraction though, and the desire to please the other person willingly, or else we become a doormat.
Your poem flows smoothly, with good rhyme choices.
reply by the author on 22-Sep-2021
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Your poem comes from a sincere awareness of what makes love work, so it lives up to the title of your poem. Cupid may start the flame but to endure love needs the commitment of putting each other first, as you mention in the 2nd last stanza. It still needs the attraction though, and the desire to please the other person willingly, or else we become a doormat.
Your poem flows smoothly, with good rhyme choices.
Comment Written 22-Sep-2021
reply by the author on 22-Sep-2021
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Thank you so much for the review and the gracious comments.
Beth
Comment from Bill Schott
This poem, Enduring Love, presented in eight-syllable AABB rhymed quatrains, speaks of where love comes from, how it is maintained, and how important to happiness it is. Nice.
reply by the author on 22-Sep-2021
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This poem, Enduring Love, presented in eight-syllable AABB rhymed quatrains, speaks of where love comes from, how it is maintained, and how important to happiness it is. Nice.
Comment Written 21-Sep-2021
reply by the author on 22-Sep-2021
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Thank you Bill, I appreciate the review and comments.
Beth
Comment from harmony13
The author's words are descriptive, clear, uplifting and creative. I really
enjoyed the stanza right before the last stanza. I agree with putting
the other first. I found comfort in these words. The poem flows and connects well. The artwork is perfect for both the theme and words of
this poem.
reply by the author on 21-Sep-2021
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The author's words are descriptive, clear, uplifting and creative. I really
enjoyed the stanza right before the last stanza. I agree with putting
the other first. I found comfort in these words. The poem flows and connects well. The artwork is perfect for both the theme and words of
this poem.
Comment Written 21-Sep-2021
reply by the author on 21-Sep-2021
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Thank you so much for the review and the comments. Most people found the next to last stanaa the most meaningful.
Beth
Comment from Jannypan (Jan)
This contest entry is beautifully presented in all ways, Beth. I like the perfect image, the color scheme. The end rhymes, and the smooth flow. Most of all, I love the sentiments you included. I agree with every one of them. You are right. Love and staying in love requires work on the part of both people involved. You give readers great, and true, advice.
Best wishes in the contest.
Respectfully, Jan
reply by the author on 21-Sep-2021
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This contest entry is beautifully presented in all ways, Beth. I like the perfect image, the color scheme. The end rhymes, and the smooth flow. Most of all, I love the sentiments you included. I agree with every one of them. You are right. Love and staying in love requires work on the part of both people involved. You give readers great, and true, advice.
Best wishes in the contest.
Respectfully, Jan
Comment Written 21-Sep-2021
reply by the author on 21-Sep-2021
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Thank you so much Jan. :Your review is especailly meaningful for me, not only because you have excellent comments and you are giving me six stars, but because it is the 26th which qualifies for All time Best.
Beth
Comment from E.Right
A very emotional, heart wrenching but lovely poem. It is a must read for many couples and those who want to rekindle or renew their vows to one another. This is indeed a lovely poem.
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reply by the author on 21-Sep-2021
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A very emotional, heart wrenching but lovely poem. It is a must read for many couples and those who want to rekindle or renew their vows to one another. This is indeed a lovely poem.
This rating does not count towards story rating or author rank.
The highest and the lowest rating are not included in calculations.
Comment Written 21-Sep-2021
reply by the author on 21-Sep-2021
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Thank you so much for the review and comments. I'm surprised that your gave me a low rating since you seem to like the poem. Normally anything less than five stars would come with suggestion for improvment.
Beth
Comment from dragonpoet
This is a well written poem about love in its stages from unsure to eternal. Love is definitely a gift. Good luck in the contest.
Keep writing and stay healthy.
Joan
reply by the author on 21-Sep-2021
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This is a well written poem about love in its stages from unsure to eternal. Love is definitely a gift. Good luck in the contest.
Keep writing and stay healthy.
Joan
Comment Written 21-Sep-2021
reply by the author on 21-Sep-2021
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Thank you Joan, I really appreciate the review and nice comments.
Beth
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No problem, Beth.
Joan
Comment from Gypsy Blue Rose
Enduring Love
by BethShelby
Beautiful poem for the Rhyming Poetry Contest. You described true love so well. The rhymes do not seem forced. Your poem flows well. It draws on emotions and it presents strong images.
reply by the author on 20-Sep-2021
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Enduring Love
by BethShelby
Beautiful poem for the Rhyming Poetry Contest. You described true love so well. The rhymes do not seem forced. Your poem flows well. It draws on emotions and it presents strong images.
Comment Written 20-Sep-2021
reply by the author on 20-Sep-2021
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Thank you so much for the review and comments. I'm so glad you liked it.
Beth
Comment from Raffaelina Lowcock
A lovely rhyming poem about love. Your words are full of wisdom gleaned from the observance of others, I'm sure because yours was a love that binds and lasts forever.
Ralf
reply by the author on 20-Sep-2021
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A lovely rhyming poem about love. Your words are full of wisdom gleaned from the observance of others, I'm sure because yours was a love that binds and lasts forever.
Ralf
Comment Written 20-Sep-2021
reply by the author on 20-Sep-2021
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Thank you so much Ralf. Thank you for the review and also the nice comments.
Beth
Comment from estory
The magic of love, the mysterious nature of it, the struggles of it, the pains and joys, all come through in your poem. I liked how you touched on all the bases here, and left us kind of uplifted, with hope instead of despair. While there is love, there is hope. estory
reply by the author on 20-Sep-2021
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The magic of love, the mysterious nature of it, the struggles of it, the pains and joys, all come through in your poem. I liked how you touched on all the bases here, and left us kind of uplifted, with hope instead of despair. While there is love, there is hope. estory
Comment Written 20-Sep-2021
reply by the author on 20-Sep-2021
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Thank for the review and the lovely comments.
Beth
Comment from MAMONIA
I am truly impressed with your talents, dear girl. This is so beautiful and true.
No one can make a marriage work without putting in the work, that is for sure. I agree wholeheartedly with your words of truth. If we do not put the other one first, we lose.
This is a wonderful reminder for those who are taking that first step into marriage. Maybe, it should be made as a part of the vows.
Thanks for sharing.
Marie
reply by the author on 20-Sep-2021
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I am truly impressed with your talents, dear girl. This is so beautiful and true.
No one can make a marriage work without putting in the work, that is for sure. I agree wholeheartedly with your words of truth. If we do not put the other one first, we lose.
This is a wonderful reminder for those who are taking that first step into marriage. Maybe, it should be made as a part of the vows.
Thanks for sharing.
Marie
Comment Written 20-Sep-2021
reply by the author on 20-Sep-2021
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Thank you Marie, I do appreciate your review and comment. Someone else mention reading it alloud at weddings. My son is getting married next month. Maybe I should share it with him and his bride to be.
Beth
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I think that's a great idea