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Interpretations For Consideration

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An Ekphrastic Poetry Collection for NaPoWriMo 2022

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Comment from karenina
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I dashed off to see the requirements. 2-2-5-7-5. Spot on you!
I know so many pronounce "towards" as "tords" -- but you have it absolutely right, it is, indeed two syllables! More than all of the above? Your poem speaks to that tentative nature that creeps...when we endeavor to move outside of our comfort zone.

Really profound.

Karenina

 Comment Written 26-Apr-2022


reply by the author on 27-Apr-2022
    Thank you for your kind and encouraging feedback, Karenina :)
    Best wishes as always, Debra x
reply by karenina on 27-Apr-2022
    Thanks!
Comment from Gloria ....
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This is a five line poem of great depth. The contrasts of first steps being shaky alludes to those tentative steps first taken in life, all the way to those steps taken through all of life, and particularly the final steps.

Wishing you much luck with the Contest Committee with this perfect gem. :))

Gloria

 Comment Written 23-Apr-2022


reply by the author on 24-Apr-2022
    Thank you so much, Gloria, for your kind feedback and good luck wishes. I appreciate both!
    Best wishes as always, Debra x
Comment from lyenochka
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Nice job in your rhyming cinquain. It describes every stage in life from our first steps as toddlers to first steps in every new adventure. We know there are so much that is unknown.
Best wishes in the contest!

 Comment Written 23-Apr-2022


reply by the author on 24-Apr-2022
    Thanks so much for the kind feedback and good luck wishes, Helen :)
    I appreciate both!
    Best wishes as always, Debra x
Comment from Dolly'sPoems
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Stepping out into the unknown is scary and I have walked on new paths that have given me the chills in the past and tried to remain confident, life can present some tough challenges at times. I love these few words that speak volumes about life, love Dolly x

 Comment Written 23-Apr-2022


reply by the author on 23-Apr-2022
    Hello Dolly :)
    Thank you so much for your kind and understanding feedback.
    Best wishes as always, Debra x
Comment from Sally Law
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Another virtual six. I have a six ready for tomorrow for a previous poem. Outstanding poetry yet again and beautiful to see you blossom. You're a strong contender for the prize.
Sending you my best today as always, dear Debra.
Sal XOs

 Comment Written 23-Apr-2022


reply by the author on 23-Apr-2022
    Thank you so much, Sal :) I so appreciate your kind encouragement and lovely feedback. It means the world to me!
    Best wishes as always, Debra x
Comment from dragonpoet
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Debra,
This poem mixes artwork and words well. It shows how hard it is to take first steps after any kind of challenge life brings. It could be true after breakup, divorce, sickness, or death.
Good luck in the contest
Keep writing and stay healthy
Joan

 Comment Written 23-Apr-2022


reply by the author on 23-Apr-2022
    Thank you, Joan, for your kind feedback and good luck wishes. I appreciate both!
    Kind regards, Debra :)
reply by dragonpoet on 23-Apr-2022
    You?re welcome on both accounts, Debra.
    Joan
Comment from royowen
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Shaking up one's life is not easy, to start again for instance, the harder it gets as one gets older. But this is superbly written, a very nicely shaped and presented Cheryl, beautifully written, blessings Roy

 Comment Written 23-Apr-2022


reply by the author on 23-Apr-2022
    Thank you for your feedback, Roy.
    Best wishes, Debra :)
reply by royowen on 23-Apr-2022
    Most welcome
Comment from Carolyn Dooley
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What ever works.We have to keep going. Like the first steps the baby takes. Look how hard the child worked getting there. Day after day he or she proved what it takes to succeed. Getting there takes strength and courage. Thank you for sharing this poem.

 Comment Written 23-Apr-2022


reply by the author on 23-Apr-2022
    Thank you for your feedback, Carolyn :)
    Best wishes, Debra
reply by Carolyn Dooley on 23-Apr-2022
    You are welcome.