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An Ekphrastic Poetry Collection for NaPoWriMo 2022

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Comment from karenina
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Never heard this word before! Makes sense... At least it sounds like it could be derived from the same route as "hour." Perfect 5-7-5 presentation with the corresponding image. Since I'm always running late (even with reviews) I'd like to top the clocks for a few minutes...

Karenina

 Comment Written 01-May-2022


reply by the author on 02-May-2022
    Oh, me too, Karenina.... there's never enough time!
    Thanks so much for your great feedback.
    Best wishes as always, Debra x
reply by karenina on 02-May-2022
    Life! SO much to do! So little time in each day!
Comment from Val Crisson
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Like this one a lot, Debra, I feel it really works well with your "black and white theme." Clocks and watches have become such a collectors items, and I feel this brings them back to life. I love the nudge about clock collectors gathering time. Maybe the more watches and clocks he gathers, the more time he will collect. Very good piece

 Comment Written 29-Apr-2022


reply by the author on 30-Apr-2022
    Hello Val :)
    Thank you so much for your thoughtful feedback, I appreciate it.
    Best wishes as always, Debra x
Comment from robyn corum
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Debra,

So nice to get to visit someone else for a change! This month has been crazy!

I like the clever wordplay here. Not taking yourself too seriously, but letting the image guide you to a happy place where we can join you in a smile. Thanks!

 Comment Written 29-Apr-2022


reply by the author on 29-Apr-2022
    Thank you so much, Robyn, for your feedback. Glad to share a smile with you! :)
    I know what you mean about it being a crazy month... I'm a couple of days behind and need to catch up.
    Best wishes as always, Debra x
Comment from Sally Law
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I should be in this society because I love clocks and timepieces while I can still see them. I can't see my watch anymore but a large analogue clock is still within my field of vision. Splendid poem , dear, and so informative.

Sending my best in time,
Sal XOs

 Comment Written 29-Apr-2022


reply by the author on 29-Apr-2022
    Thank you so much, Sal :)
    Glad you enjoyed this one - best wishes as always, Debra x
Comment from Pam Lonsdale
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I'm an amateur photographer and I love taking pictures of clocks. I have one from a storefront in town of dozens of clocks arranged artfully in the window. So, you had me with the picture! I did not know what a horologist is, so thank you for the note. The black and white picture with black and white font/background add to your poem. Nice entry - good luck.

 Comment Written 29-Apr-2022


reply by the author on 29-Apr-2022
    Thank you so much, Pam :)
    I'm glad this one appealed to you.
    Best wishes as always, Debra x
Comment from Heather Knight
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Hi Debra,
I have always though these short poems are super difficult to write. It's a bit like short flash fiction.
Anyway, I think you have chosen a very interesting and original topic. I would have probably written about the clocks themselves because I don't have the patience to follow the 'right' writing process and I always rush through it.
I like the poem, the picture (I don't know if you chose that yourself). The
extra information at the bottom is also very interesting.
Thanks for the read.

 Comment Written 29-Apr-2022


reply by the author on 29-Apr-2022
    Hi Maria :)
    So happy to see you back here :)
    Is there a 'right' writing process?! I just seem to stumble my way along!
    Thanks for the lovely feedback - hope to be reading you on here soon xx
reply by Heather Knight on 29-Apr-2022
    Apparently there is, but I don't seem to be able to grasp the concept.😊 Or so the experts say.🤔
    Hugs.
Comment from Dolly'sPoems
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I often curse the clock as the time slips away so quickly each day and I don't seem to be able to get everything done before it is bed time! I hate being late and I like being organised, I suppose the clock helps with both these things. A fine write Debra, love Dolly x

 Comment Written 29-Apr-2022


reply by the author on 29-Apr-2022
    Thanks so much, Dolly :)
    I'm sure the days are getting shorter!
    Best wishes as always, Debra x
Comment from Gloria ....
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So clever, and I do so love the word horologist, it has such a nice soft sound to it, compared to the ticking of tocking of other time devices.

Excellent, and all my best to you in the contest. :)

Gloria

 Comment Written 28-Apr-2022


reply by the author on 29-Apr-2022
    Thank you so much, Gloria :)
    I hadn't heard of the word 'horologist' before I did a little research yesterday. It does have a nice softness to it, you're right!
    Best wishes as always, Debra x
Comment from lyenochka
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I wonder if horology will become obsolete in the digital age? I know I use my phone and fitbit for the time.
Good use of alliteration in your 5-7-5. Best wishes in the contest!

 Comment Written 28-Apr-2022


reply by the author on 29-Apr-2022
    Thank you so much, Helen :)
    I also use a Fitbit and phone.... my wristwatch is practically unworn these days - sad really.
    Best wishes as always, Debra x
Comment from Katherine M. (k-11)
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This is a lovely 5-7-5 poem that does indeed describe the clock / watch lover's passion. I myself find these devices of outstanding beauty and interest, irrespecive of whether they are actually in working order or not.

 Comment Written 28-Apr-2022


reply by the author on 29-Apr-2022
    Hello Kate :)
    Thank you so much for your feedback. I appreciate it...
    Best wishes as always, Debra x