Follow That Flock
Do you ever wish you could just take off somewhere?20 total reviews
Comment from HarryT
I like the tone of this poem. Giving the reader pause to reflect upon what may have been depending on choices made. The rhyming sings, and the images are strong. One can feel the farmer's wistfulness as he watches the vee in the sky and thinks about what might have been.
reply by the author on 04-Sep-2022
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I like the tone of this poem. Giving the reader pause to reflect upon what may have been depending on choices made. The rhyming sings, and the images are strong. One can feel the farmer's wistfulness as he watches the vee in the sky and thinks about what might have been.
Comment Written 04-Sep-2022
reply by the author on 04-Sep-2022
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Thank you so much, Harry, for this marvelous review of my poem. Rod
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Very deserving are your verses.
Comment from Mary Vigasin
First, good luck with the rhyming contest. I truly enjoyed both the rhyme and the sentiment behind your words.
The last stanza sums it up brilliantly. It is now too late to travel and be free.
Best wishes,
Mary
reply by the author on 03-Sep-2022
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First, good luck with the rhyming contest. I truly enjoyed both the rhyme and the sentiment behind your words.
The last stanza sums it up brilliantly. It is now too late to travel and be free.
Best wishes,
Mary
Comment Written 03-Sep-2022
reply by the author on 03-Sep-2022
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Hi, Mary. Many thanks for sharing and praising my poem.
Comment from Janice Canerdy
This poem is excellent in every respect--skillfully written (with good rhyme, meter, and flow), moving, and so meaningful. I feel sure we ALL have wanted at some point to be as free as the birds! I'm from Mississippi; we receive many of these visitors.
reply by the author on 03-Sep-2022
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This poem is excellent in every respect--skillfully written (with good rhyme, meter, and flow), moving, and so meaningful. I feel sure we ALL have wanted at some point to be as free as the birds! I'm from Mississippi; we receive many of these visitors.
Comment Written 03-Sep-2022
reply by the author on 03-Sep-2022
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Thank you so much for all the kind praise about my poem, Janice.
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It has my vote.
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Many thanks!
Comment from Gypsy Blue Rose
-Excellent entry for the Rhyming Contest writing prompt
-Nice presentation and picture.
-Your descriptive words flow well expressing a clear mental image. Well done!
Gypsy
"The poet waits quietly to paint the unsaid." - Atticus
reply by the author on 03-Sep-2022
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-Excellent entry for the Rhyming Contest writing prompt
-Nice presentation and picture.
-Your descriptive words flow well expressing a clear mental image. Well done!
Gypsy
"The poet waits quietly to paint the unsaid." - Atticus
Comment Written 03-Sep-2022
reply by the author on 03-Sep-2022
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Thank you so much, Gypsy, for your high praise of my poem.
Comment from Pam (respa)
-Very nice artwork and presentation.
-You did a good job with the poem.
-A good topic, effective imagery, and rhyme
as you think about the flocks of geese who migrate each year.
-I like the personification in the second verse hearing the geese
call to "Farmer Friend." Thanks for including Delaware; I grew up there!
-Good description of all the farming that's been done, and
how you're "yoked to farming chores."
-A very good closing verse with a sense of melancholy over a "choice
made long ago."
-A very good entry; good luck!!
reply by the author on 03-Sep-2022
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-Very nice artwork and presentation.
-You did a good job with the poem.
-A good topic, effective imagery, and rhyme
as you think about the flocks of geese who migrate each year.
-I like the personification in the second verse hearing the geese
call to "Farmer Friend." Thanks for including Delaware; I grew up there!
-Good description of all the farming that's been done, and
how you're "yoked to farming chores."
-A very good closing verse with a sense of melancholy over a "choice
made long ago."
-A very good entry; good luck!!
Comment Written 03-Sep-2022
reply by the author on 03-Sep-2022
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Thank you, Pam, for your wonderful review of my poem and for taking the time to specify what you like best about it.
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You are very welcome.
Comment from Wendy G
An excellent poem, and I like the theme. While there is regret at not being free to leave at will, I am sure there is satisfaction in being at one with the land and the farming lifestyle. A very well-written poem. Best wishes for the contest.
Wendy
reply by the author on 03-Sep-2022
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An excellent poem, and I like the theme. While there is regret at not being free to leave at will, I am sure there is satisfaction in being at one with the land and the farming lifestyle. A very well-written poem. Best wishes for the contest.
Wendy
Comment Written 03-Sep-2022
reply by the author on 03-Sep-2022
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Thank you very much, Wendy, for the insightful review and high praise of my poem.
Comment from tempeste
Ciao!
I would love to be able to fly even just for a day.
Be able to soar high and then nosedive.
To see birds set course for warmer clime is always an emotional event .. where I live, soon the swallows will gather and then sadly , I will wake up at dawn one morn and they will be all gone.
To travel over different lands to us seems freedom at its best but the truth is bird migration is a journey full of dangers : bad weather, hungry predators , hazard skyscrapers , exhaustion , starvation .
I enjoyed your autumn poem and love the art choice.
reply by the author on 03-Sep-2022
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Ciao!
I would love to be able to fly even just for a day.
Be able to soar high and then nosedive.
To see birds set course for warmer clime is always an emotional event .. where I live, soon the swallows will gather and then sadly , I will wake up at dawn one morn and they will be all gone.
To travel over different lands to us seems freedom at its best but the truth is bird migration is a journey full of dangers : bad weather, hungry predators , hazard skyscrapers , exhaustion , starvation .
I enjoyed your autumn poem and love the art choice.
Comment Written 03-Sep-2022
reply by the author on 03-Sep-2022
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Thank you so much for sharing my poem, tempeste. Years ago when I was a boy my family went to Capistrano just as the swallows were leaving. What a sight! And you are so right about the birds? journey being full of dangers.
Comment from harmony13
The author's words made me think of when I see the geese flying in
formation. I always wonder where they are going. The author's poem is
expressed well with details of a Farmer's life. The poem flows and connects well. The artwork is awesome! Have a great weekend!....Maria
reply by the author on 02-Sep-2022
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The author's words made me think of when I see the geese flying in
formation. I always wonder where they are going. The author's poem is
expressed well with details of a Farmer's life. The poem flows and connects well. The artwork is awesome! Have a great weekend!....Maria
Comment Written 02-Sep-2022
reply by the author on 02-Sep-2022
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Thank you so much, harmony, for sharing and praising my poem. I, too, think that painting is awesome.
Comment from lyenochka
That fall call of geese in the sky does inspire a "vagrant's wistful urge." But a farmer is committed to the land and livestock so one's occupation dictates if we can be "snowbirds" or not. Loved that great description of longing and also regret because of duty. Best wishes in the contest!
reply by the author on 01-Sep-2022
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That fall call of geese in the sky does inspire a "vagrant's wistful urge." But a farmer is committed to the land and livestock so one's occupation dictates if we can be "snowbirds" or not. Loved that great description of longing and also regret because of duty. Best wishes in the contest!
Comment Written 01-Sep-2022
reply by the author on 01-Sep-2022
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Thank you so much, lyenochka, for sharing my poem and your praise.
Comment from royowen
Fortunately we've been able to travel much, the world is a fascinating place, and if one doesn't a citizen of the world then one hasn't really travelled, one has to open one's mind, a closed parochial mind won't cut it. This is beautifully written my friend, I love it, blessings, Roy
reply by the author on 01-Sep-2022
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Fortunately we've been able to travel much, the world is a fascinating place, and if one doesn't a citizen of the world then one hasn't really travelled, one has to open one's mind, a closed parochial mind won't cut it. This is beautifully written my friend, I love it, blessings, Roy
Comment Written 01-Sep-2022
reply by the author on 01-Sep-2022
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Thank you very much, Roy, for your high praise of my poem.
