Comment from Dolly'sPoems

Excellent

There is a lot of evil about and we navigate it by concentrating on being helpful and kind. Glad you changed the image here Paul. A chilling write, love Dolly x

 Comment Written 29-Dec-2021

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reply by the author on 29-Dec-2021

Thanks, Dolly. Always getting myself in trouble.

reply by Dolly'sPoems on 30-Dec-2021

Comment from Jesse James Doty

Excellent

Nice rhymes, soul, goal, prowl, afoul...done in the 20 syllables you were allowed good work.
Well written, this is an excellent example of doing it right and winning the contest. Good luck with this contest may you be the winner of your conscience and your faith.
Have a happy new year!
Jesse

 Comment Written 29-Dec-2021

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reply by the author on 29-Dec-2021

Thanks for the kind words, Jesse. Happy New Year to you, too.

Comment from Jannypan (Jan)

Excellent

You did a great job with your contest entry. I enjoyed reading it. The art choice is perfect. Your syllables are correct and you rhymes work well. Your poem has a great message that's true.
Best wishes in the contest.
Respectfully, Jan

 Comment Written 28-Dec-2021

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reply by the author on 29-Dec-2021

Thanks, Jan. Always look forward to your reviews.

Comment from Sugarray77

Excellent

This is well said Paul. Although it is short, your verse is well written and packs a punch. Thanks for the message and warning. I wish you good luck in the contest with this meaningful verse!

Melissa

 Comment Written 28-Dec-2021

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reply by the author on 29-Dec-2021

Thanks, Melissa. That bad guy is always lurking just around the corner.

Comment from amahra

Excellent

Your poem was short, sweet and to the point. I really liked your twenty-syllable poem. It is a great entry for the contest. I also lived your choice of artwork. So appropriate.

 Comment Written 28-Dec-2021

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reply by the author on 29-Dec-2021

Thanks, amahra. I changed the artwork. I hope you didn't see my original choice.

Comment from Sherry Asbury

Excellent

Amen and splendid poem - perfect entry for the contest and I wish you the best of luck. This would make a great poster or embroidered pillow. Satan is busy around Christmas...I imagine he hates the season.

 Comment Written 28-Dec-2021

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reply by the author on 29-Dec-2021

Thanks, Sherry. I'm sure he does. He'll be out drinking on New Years.

Comment from Gypsy Blue Rose

Excellent

Do not go astray.
Beware
by Paul McFarland

Nice entry for the 20 Syllable Poem contest. Good syllables count and connection between lines. Good rhyming too.

 Comment Written 28-Dec-2021

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reply by the author on 29-Dec-2021

Thanks, Gypsy. Gotta watch out for that guy.

Comment from dragonpoet

Excellent

Paul,
This is a short poem that reminds us we need to not succumb to temptation or things may go really bad for us until we repent.
Good luck in the contest.
Keep writing and stay healthy
Happy New Year.
Joan

 Comment Written 28-Dec-2021

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reply by the author on 29-Dec-2021

Thanks, Joan. Hopefully, the repent list is not too long.

reply by dragonpoet on 29-Dec-2021

My pleasure, Paul.
Joan

Comment from royowen

Excellent

What an excellent post Paul. Yes you're right, I think this pandemic has shaken the faith of some Christians. And I think that is what the Bible promises in the last days. Beautifully written my friend, good luck, HNY. Blessings Roy

 Comment Written 28-Dec-2021

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reply by the author on 29-Dec-2021

Thanks, Roy. The devil is at work with this pandemic.

reply by royowen on 29-Dec-2021

Absolutely, but God?s giving us a shake. ?Will I find faith on the Earth? said Jesus,

Comment from duchessofdrumborg

Excellent

' Beware ' , is short, succinct and deftly descriptive. With a minimum of words this talented poet has told it as it is. Good luck with the contest. Please let me know how you got on?

 Comment Written 28-Dec-2021

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reply by the author on 29-Dec-2021

Thanks, Duchess. Always good to hear from you.

reply by duchessofdrumborg on 29-Dec-2021

You're welcome Paul. It's always good to hear from you too.
the Duchess