Living Loneliness
Experiencing mere existence10 total reviews
Comment from Jessica Wheeler
Beautiful free verse, my friend. I was deeply moved by your words- filled with stark truth and wisdom. This was brilliant...
"Loneliness isn't the void--
it's the hollow space where connection used to be,"
Just stunning. Wonderful work. Xoxo
Jess
reply by the author on 27-Sep-2024
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Beautiful free verse, my friend. I was deeply moved by your words- filled with stark truth and wisdom. This was brilliant...
"Loneliness isn't the void--
it's the hollow space where connection used to be,"
Just stunning. Wonderful work. Xoxo
Jess
Comment Written 27-Sep-2024
reply by the author on 27-Sep-2024
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Jessica,
Thank you for the 6-star review. I've enjoyed reading your wonderful imaginative and thoughtful poetry and stories. It has been surprising to receive so many wins for my entries over the past two months. Eight years ago I began this journey here as a novice poet and beginning writer to learn how to write poetry and short stories. It has been a blessing to receive recognition for my progress and the success I've achieved with the help of my fellow writers and poets here on Fanstory.
I look forward to reading, and reviewing your exceptional poems and stories and voting for your many brilliant entries.
All the best,
Eugene
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Eugene, your recognition is well deserved, and I'm honored by your words. I will be adding this one to my bookcase to enjoy again and again! I wrote a short piece a while back with similar sentiments. It's in my portfolio, titled "Alone".
I hope you're having a wonderful weekend!
xo
Jess
Comment from Sandra Nelms-Ludwig
This is a superb poem. The descriptions are poignant and leaves no doubt that the speaker is swallowed by loneliness. This is a powerful line. Loneliness isn't the void--
it's the hollow space where connection used to be....... The ending is also powerful. This is a well-deserved win.
reply by the author on 27-Sep-2024
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This is a superb poem. The descriptions are poignant and leaves no doubt that the speaker is swallowed by loneliness. This is a powerful line. Loneliness isn't the void--
it's the hollow space where connection used to be....... The ending is also powerful. This is a well-deserved win.
Comment Written 27-Sep-2024
reply by the author on 27-Sep-2024
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Sandra,
Welcome back. Thank you for the 6-star review. I've missed reading your wonderful imaginative and thoughtful poetry and stories. It has been surprising to receive so many wins for my entries over the past two months. Eight years ago I began this journey here as a novice poet and beginning writer to learn how to write poetry and short stories. It has been a blessing to receive recognition for my progress and the success I've achieved with the help of my fellow writers and poets here on Fanstory.
I am eager to resume reading, reviewing, and voting on your exceptional entries going forward.
All the best,
Eugene
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I will be leaving the site soon, so I will leave you some member dollars.
May your blessings continue to flow.
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Sandra,
I trust all is well with you. You will be missed here on Fanstory. I purchased a copy of your book last year which will continue to inspire me. I am working on 4 poetry books and plan to publish the first one in the new year.
Thank you for your generous gift of member dollars in advance.
All the best,
Eugene Harvey
Comment from Debbie D'Arcy
Beautifully written with impressive imagery that captures so well the sensation of being disconnected and alone, despite being in a crowd. Because those others in the crowd may also be experiencing this same isolation, your verse reminds me of TS Eliot: "A crowd flowed over London Bridge; so many I had not thought death had undone so many."
I admire the perceptiveness and emotion invested into this excellent representation of loneliness. Well done and good luck! A strong contender. Debbie
reply by the author on 27-Sep-2024
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Beautifully written with impressive imagery that captures so well the sensation of being disconnected and alone, despite being in a crowd. Because those others in the crowd may also be experiencing this same isolation, your verse reminds me of TS Eliot: "A crowd flowed over London Bridge; so many I had not thought death had undone so many."
I admire the perceptiveness and emotion invested into this excellent representation of loneliness. Well done and good luck! A strong contender. Debbie
Comment Written 26-Sep-2024
reply by the author on 27-Sep-2024
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Debbie,
Thank you for the 6-star review. I've enjoyed reading your wonderful imaginative and thoughtful poetry and stories. It has been surprising to receive so many wins for my entries over the past two months. Eight years ago I began this journey here as a novice poet and beginning writer to learn how to write poetry and short stories. It has been a blessing to receive recognition for my progress and the success I've achieved with the help of my fellow writers and poets here on Fanstory.
I look forward to reading, and reviewing your exceptional poems and stories and voting for your many brilliant entries.
All the best,
Eugene
Comment from Y. M. Roger
A beautiful free verse for the contest here -- your words of reflection for the past mixed with our present state of being reveals those times when we pull too far inside ourselves -- thank you so much for sharing and best of luck in the contest!
reply by the author on 27-Sep-2024
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A beautiful free verse for the contest here -- your words of reflection for the past mixed with our present state of being reveals those times when we pull too far inside ourselves -- thank you so much for sharing and best of luck in the contest!
Comment Written 26-Sep-2024
reply by the author on 27-Sep-2024
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Y.M. Roger,
Thank you for your review. Eight years ago I began this journey as a novice poet and writer and have over the years learned from many of the best and most talented writers and poets who have all been inspired and encouraged me to become a better writer. I'm overwhelmed and surprised by the 10 wins I've received in the past two months.
You have been a wonderful reviewer of my poems and writings and I appreciate your help and encouragement in helping me to achieve success.
All the best,
Eugene
Comment from Shirley Ann Bunyan
This is such a beautifully poignant poem, Eugene. You have captured the very essence of loneliness.
'I trace the outlines of old memories,
but they crumble like brittle leaves,
disappearing into the air.'
It's like the memories crumble without someone to share them with. Very sad.
'where the warmth of another heartbeat
once softened the edges of life.'
Just so very deep and haunting.
An excellent write. Well done.
reply by the author on 27-Sep-2024
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This is such a beautifully poignant poem, Eugene. You have captured the very essence of loneliness.
'I trace the outlines of old memories,
but they crumble like brittle leaves,
disappearing into the air.'
It's like the memories crumble without someone to share them with. Very sad.
'where the warmth of another heartbeat
once softened the edges of life.'
Just so very deep and haunting.
An excellent write. Well done.
Comment Written 26-Sep-2024
reply by the author on 27-Sep-2024
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Shirley,
Thank you for the 6-star review. I've enjoyed reading your wonderful imaginative and thoughtful poetry and stories. It has been surprising to receive so many wins for my entries over the past two months. Eight years ago I began this journey here as a novice poet and beginning writer to learn how to write poetry and short stories. It has been a blessing to receive recognition for my progress and the success I've achieved with the help of my fellow writers and poets here on Fanstory.
All the best,
Eugene
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You're welcome, Eugene. Big congratulations on your win. You so deserved it *Thumbs up!*.
Comment from zanya
Yes the topic of loneliness. definitely an issue for our times. is sensitively explored here and how it may manifest in our lives and daily routine- 'where the warmth of another heartbeat/once softened the edges of life.'
reply by the author on 27-Sep-2024
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Yes the topic of loneliness. definitely an issue for our times. is sensitively explored here and how it may manifest in our lives and daily routine- 'where the warmth of another heartbeat/once softened the edges of life.'
Comment Written 26-Sep-2024
reply by the author on 27-Sep-2024
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Zanya,
Thank you for the 6-star review. I've enjoyed reading your wonderful imaginative and thoughtful poetry and stories. It has been surprising to receive so many wins for my entries over the past two months. Eight years ago I began this journey here as a novice poet and beginning writer to learn how to write poetry and short stories. It has been a blessing to receive recognition for my progress and the success I've achieved with the help of my fellow writers and poets here on Fanstory.
All the best,
Eugene
Comment from jessizero
I quite enjoyed this bit of free verse, though it was a little sad. You really captured the emotion of loneliness. Thank you for sharing, and best wishes to you.
reply by the author on 27-Sep-2024
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I quite enjoyed this bit of free verse, though it was a little sad. You really captured the emotion of loneliness. Thank you for sharing, and best wishes to you.
Comment Written 25-Sep-2024
reply by the author on 27-Sep-2024
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Jessi,
Thank you for your review. Eight years ago I began this journey as a novice poet and writer and have over the years learned from many of the best and most talented writers and poets who have all been inspired and encouraged me to become a better writer. I'm overwhelmed and surprised by the 10 wins I've received in the past two months.
You have been a wonderful reviewer of my poems and writings and I appreciate your help and encouragement in helping me to achieve success.
All the best,
Eugene
Comment from RodG
You have captured the essence of being lonely--or as you say in your notes, "isolated and disconnected." The Speaker has no motivation to live, but merely exists day today. Even his memories "crumble like brittle leaves." I find your free verse poem very moving. Rod
reply by the author on 27-Sep-2024
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You have captured the essence of being lonely--or as you say in your notes, "isolated and disconnected." The Speaker has no motivation to live, but merely exists day today. Even his memories "crumble like brittle leaves." I find your free verse poem very moving. Rod
Comment Written 25-Sep-2024
reply by the author on 27-Sep-2024
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Rod,
Thank you for your review. Eight years ago I began this journey as a novice poet and writer and have over the years learned from many of the best and most talented writers and poets who have all been inspired and encouraged me to become a better writer. I'm overwhelmed and surprised by the 10 wins I've received in the past two months.
You have been a wonderful reviewer of my poems and writings and I appreciate your help and encouragement in helping me to achieve success.
All the best,
Eugene
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My pleasure.
Comment from poetwatch
One is a lonely number, author, and it brings to mind only shadows of yesteryear. I know the feeling well. I found out that I'm not truly alone after being alone for some time. There are angels around us, all you have to do is believe and you can feel their caress. You are never alone... God loves you. Take care. This is a good entry for the Free Verse Contest. Thank you for sharing.
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One is a lonely number, author, and it brings to mind only shadows of yesteryear. I know the feeling well. I found out that I'm not truly alone after being alone for some time. There are angels around us, all you have to do is believe and you can feel their caress. You are never alone... God loves you. Take care. This is a good entry for the Free Verse Contest. Thank you for sharing.
Comment Written 25-Sep-2024
Comment from Rachelle Allen
I wish I'd been less impetuous with my sixes already this week, because this poem deserves one in the biggest way. You have absolutely NAILED not only the concept of loneliness, but the vibe of it, as well. Your Author's Notes explained it, but your poem itself made us EXPERIENCE it. Fabulous writing. I bet I will see this one in the Winner's Circle. Good luck to you! xoxo
reply by the author on 27-Sep-2024
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I wish I'd been less impetuous with my sixes already this week, because this poem deserves one in the biggest way. You have absolutely NAILED not only the concept of loneliness, but the vibe of it, as well. Your Author's Notes explained it, but your poem itself made us EXPERIENCE it. Fabulous writing. I bet I will see this one in the Winner's Circle. Good luck to you! xoxo
Comment Written 25-Sep-2024
reply by the author on 27-Sep-2024
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Rachelle,
Thank you for your review. Eight years ago I began this journey as a novice poet and writer and have over the years learned from many of the best and most talented writers and poets who have all been inspired and encouraged me to become a better writer. I'm overwhelmed and surprised by the 10 wins I've received in the past two months.
You have been a wonderful reviewer of my poems and writings and I appreciate your help and encouragement in helping me to achieve success.
All the best,
Eugene
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Your attitude is what's helped you grow, though. You listen and are willing to tweak your writings. Many members on here feel their "babies" are always perfect and become indignant if anyone makes a suggestion.
I'm so happy you've won these accolades. You've earned them all the hard way: with WORK and DETERMINATION!!! xoxo