Poems from a Pensive Poet
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Comment from ElPoetry001
Who are those among us, who are not noticed, who are not affirmed, who are not exalted, who strive but gained no return?
Some believe they are "Job."
Excellent, perhaps a metaphor for all of us who
seek affirmation, while battling self depreciation.
Trying to march to another's tune; waiting for a simple accolade.
You have captured the steps to self acceptance; l could hear you singing, "My Way," as you opened our minds to the realization that we all are "Somebody.
reply by the author on 09-Dec-2021
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Who are those among us, who are not noticed, who are not affirmed, who are not exalted, who strive but gained no return?
Some believe they are "Job."
Excellent, perhaps a metaphor for all of us who
seek affirmation, while battling self depreciation.
Trying to march to another's tune; waiting for a simple accolade.
You have captured the steps to self acceptance; l could hear you singing, "My Way," as you opened our minds to the realization that we all are "Somebody.
Comment Written 09-Dec-2021
reply by the author on 09-Dec-2021
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Thank you so much for an excellent review and delightful comments.
I truely appreciate all the stars.
Beth
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Thanks
Comment from robyn corum
Beth,
So true. It's sad when an artist isn't recognized during his time - it just doesn't really seem fair, does it? It's wonderful that people finally figured out this guy had an amazing pov and created a whole new way to look at things. Thanks! Congrats!
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Beth,
So true. It's sad when an artist isn't recognized during his time - it just doesn't really seem fair, does it? It's wonderful that people finally figured out this guy had an amazing pov and created a whole new way to look at things. Thanks! Congrats!
Comment Written 09-Dec-2021
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Thank you Robin, I appreciate the review and comment It is too bad he didn't realize that he would make such an impact on art.
Beth
Comment from Frances Jean
A superbly written poem and tribute to Vincent Van Gogh. It has great end rhyming, sincerity, warmth and empathy. I can feel your sorrow and your respect. Yes, his was a tragic end to such a master of art. Thank you for sharing Franky
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A superbly written poem and tribute to Vincent Van Gogh. It has great end rhyming, sincerity, warmth and empathy. I can feel your sorrow and your respect. Yes, his was a tragic end to such a master of art. Thank you for sharing Franky
Comment Written 09-Dec-2021
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Thank you so much for the review and comment on the poem. I'm glad you enjoyed it.
Beth
Comment from Gypsy Blue Rose
The writer addresses Van Gogh
A Tortured Life
by BethShelby
Write a poem about Vincent Van Gogh Contest Winner
No wonder you won, congratulations! It's a beautiful poem and presentation. It flows well and it's thought provoking. Well done!
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The writer addresses Van Gogh
A Tortured Life
by BethShelby
Write a poem about Vincent Van Gogh Contest Winner
No wonder you won, congratulations! It's a beautiful poem and presentation. It flows well and it's thought provoking. Well done!
Comment Written 08-Dec-2021
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Thank you so much for the review and the congratulation and neat comments.
Beth
Comment from Spitfire
I love Van Gogh's works. Thanks so much for reposting this. Your couplets spell out well the lack of support for Vincent's 'unique style' from the art critics. Too bad he was recognized post mortem.
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I love Van Gogh's works. Thanks so much for reposting this. Your couplets spell out well the lack of support for Vincent's 'unique style' from the art critics. Too bad he was recognized post mortem.
Comment Written 08-Dec-2021
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Thank you for the review and comments. I was an art major and I found him to be an interesting artist. I also saw the movie once on his life. It was called Lust of Life. He died without much recognition.
Comment from Tina Crute
This is wonderful! What a tribute to him. He really was ahead of his time! Your rhymes are so smooth and your words have so much meaning it's just an all-around great poem :-)
Congrats on your win. Well-deserved!
Tina
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This is wonderful! What a tribute to him. He really was ahead of his time! Your rhymes are so smooth and your words have so much meaning it's just an all-around great poem :-)
Congrats on your win. Well-deserved!
Tina
Comment Written 08-Dec-2021
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Thank you so much Tina. I so glad you liked my poem and I'm very appreciative of your comments.
Beth
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You are very welcome! I look forward to reading more of your work.
Tina
Comment from Ric Myworld
Yes, your poem told the story well. As with so my the those super talented before us, their lives were not all peaches and cream, but sometimes, those tortured souls are inspired and motivated by their pain. Thanks for sharing. Congratulations on the much deserved win!
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Yes, your poem told the story well. As with so my the those super talented before us, their lives were not all peaches and cream, but sometimes, those tortured souls are inspired and motivated by their pain. Thanks for sharing. Congratulations on the much deserved win!
Comment Written 08-Dec-2021
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Thank you RIc. You may be right about the pain being the motivating force that enables some to achieve such outstanding work. It is sad they don't always see the appreciation of others during their lifetime.
Beth
Comment from Ben Colder
Excellent, a winner no doubt. Did you do this lately? If so I must have missed it. Anyway, congratulations on your win. You are a poet and don't know it. LOL.
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Excellent, a winner no doubt. Did you do this lately? If so I must have missed it. Anyway, congratulations on your win. You are a poet and don't know it. LOL.
Comment Written 08-Dec-2021
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Thank you so much Chuck. I tried writing poetry before anything else. I'm so glad you like it.
Beth
Comment from estory
What I liked about this poem was the perspective it shines on a life. And it really shows us a life of pain and promise, a life celebrating the beauty of the world, but tortured by the world in turn. It reminds me of that song by Jim Crocci, Starry starry night. estory
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What I liked about this poem was the perspective it shines on a life. And it really shows us a life of pain and promise, a life celebrating the beauty of the world, but tortured by the world in turn. It reminds me of that song by Jim Crocci, Starry starry night. estory
Comment Written 08-Dec-2021
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Thank you so much for the review and comments. I'm so glad you liked it.
Beth
Comment from Mary Shifman
I love this poem and Vincent Van Gogh has long been one of my favorite artists. A print of Starry Night hung in my living room for years before I divorced and lost a lot of my treasured items. It's easy to see why you won this contest!
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I love this poem and Vincent Van Gogh has long been one of my favorite artists. A print of Starry Night hung in my living room for years before I divorced and lost a lot of my treasured items. It's easy to see why you won this contest!
Comment Written 07-Dec-2021
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Thank you Mary. I'm so glad you liked my peom. I majored in art in college and I found this artist a particularly interesing one.
Beth
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I agree and you're very welcome.