Comment from Michael Wahl

Excellent

I agree entirely with the thoughts of your poem, which is a great example of a tetractys structured poem; God's grace is the only true lifeline of LOVE.

 Comment Written 17-Jun-2015

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reply by the author on 18-Jun-2015

thank you Michael for stopping by to read this poem . My first attempt at this style so tried to come up with a powerful message. Glad you enjoyed the read Cheers Christine😀

Comment from Amy Greta

Excellent

I ~LOVE~ your poem! The format and structure are perfect for the Tetractys, but the message is what moved me. Your comparison of love and hate, and how love is so much more powerful is stellar. Clever to use all lower case letters for hate, and all caps for LOVE. Best of luck in the contest.
~Amy

 Comment Written 17-Jun-2015

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reply by the author on 18-Jun-2015

Thank you amygreta for LOVEly review. If only we could live with peace and love what a nice world we would have. I!m glad you thought it worthy of a review and thanks for your best wishes Cheers Christine😊

Comment from Dean Kuch

Excellent

Very true, Mystery Poet. However, there sure is an awful lot of hatred in our world today. Racial intolerance, religious indifference and persecution, genocide, suicide and patricide...the list goes on, and on, and...

Mankind has always been--and continues to be--it's own worst enemy.

Very well stated. Good luck to you in the contest. ~Dean

 Comment Written 17-Jun-2015

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reply by the author on 17-Jun-2015

Thank you Dean I appreciate you having a read and your lovely review, and good wishes in the contest. Yes hate is an awful trait in mankind and I worry at times where we are all heading. There is certainly not enough respect out there. I hope my words gives the message we should aspire too . Thanks again Cheers Christine😊

reply by Dean Kuch on 17-Jun-2015

You're more than welcome, Christine. :)

Comment from Bill Schott

Excellent

This tetractys, The Power of Love, offers the solution to a world torn apart by the horrors of war and political strife. The kindness and understanding of love can reclaim the world.

 Comment Written 17-Jun-2015

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reply by the author on 17-Jun-2015

thank you Bill for stopping by to read my poem and to give me a lovely review also. The world sure is in a bit of strife at the moment and the repair has to start from the top. We need to respect each other in particular our politicians and world leaders need to do the same. Love is the answer Cheers Christine😀

Comment from Jacqueline M Franklin

Excellent

Hi, Christine...

_ I like this a lot.
_ You are so right. The world could use a whole lotta love.
_ Beautiful artwork compliments your piece. Love the lavender/purple.
_ I have never attempted this format. You composed it well.
_ Strong entry. Good luck in the contest.

Cheers & Blessings
Keep Smilin'... Jax (*:*)

 Comment Written 17-Jun-2015

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reply by the author on 17-Jun-2015

Thanks Jax for you lovely review and comments . I'll have a go at anything and so thought I would try this style , glad you liked it and thanks for your good wishes. Gosh we are busy lol Cheers Christine😃

Comment from Curly Girly

Excellent

Oo! Nice one. I enjoyed reading this verse. You have presented it well and I like the sentiment and words:
hate
destroys
ruins men
LOVE must prevail
saving mankind from hell and damnation
Best wishes, I think it is a strong contender.

 Comment Written 16-Jun-2015

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reply by the author on 16-Jun-2015

Thanks Curly Girly my first time with this style word just came out hope it meets requirements and thanks for your great comments and best wishes Cheers Christine😀

reply by Curly Girly on 16-Jun-2015

Syllable count looks okay to me.

Comment from meggie13

Excellent

Love is powerful , we were born to love. Without it we have wars, prejudice , crime and the negative things that hate causes. What a peaceful place the world would be if we loved each other like it was meant to be. Good presentation of your poem. A good message within. Good luck in the contest.

 Comment Written 16-Jun-2015

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reply by the author on 16-Jun-2015

Thank you meggie13. For reading and reviewing this for me I appreciate you time and great rating . Yes love is the answer we have too much hate and it worries me to where we are all heading. Thanks again Cheers Christine😀

reply by meggie13 on 16-Jun-2015

You are welcome, Christine. Love is the answer! meggie :)))

reply by the author on 16-Jun-2015

sure is

reply by meggie13 on 16-Jun-2015

It always will be.

reply by Anonymous Member on 20-Jun-2015

It always will be.

reply by Anonymous Member on 20-Jun-2015

You are welcome, Christine. Love is the answer! meggie :)))

Comment from dmt1967

Excellent

I like this truthful poem. Hate does indeed ruin young men. Hate, greed and power go hand in hand. This is a very well versed poem. Good luck in the contest and thank you for sharing.

 Comment Written 16-Jun-2015

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reply by the author on 16-Jun-2015

Thanks dmt1976 for you kind review and thanks for reading it . Yes if there was only a bit more Love we would be in a better space right now. Glad you stopped by Cheers Chrisine😀

reply by the author on 16-Jun-2015

Thanks dmt1976 for you kind review and thanks for reading it . Yes if there was only a bit more Love we would be in a better space right now. Glad you stopped by Cheers Chrisine😀

Comment from RYME4U

Excellent

Well done. The use of contrast (love/hate) is great. You have presented this tetractys in a very attractive way. You have expressed a profound message here. Good job

 Comment Written 16-Jun-2015

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reply by the author on 16-Jun-2015

Thank you RYME4U for This review, and kind rating this is my first attempt at a tetracyts so I was unsure if met requirements but you have given me encouragement and I do believe we need all the love we can get. With appreciation Cheers. Christine😀

Comment from TAB_that's me

Excellent

Line 3 is suppose to have 3 syllables and yours has 4 (ruin is 2 syllables - I checked on 2 sites). I don't want you to get disqualified.
teresa

 Comment Written 16-Jun-2015

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reply by the author on 16-Jun-2015

Thanks Tab that's me for you review and comments I will check again I did do a syllable check also and it came back as 3 but I will re do if necessary. This is my first attempt so appreciate good advice. cheers Christine😀

reply by TAB_that's me on 16-Jun-2015

I checked on dictionary.com and thefreedictionary.com if that helps.

reply by the author on 16-Jun-2015

Thanks I will check again I use a couple of different sites so it makes it difficult when you get conflicting advice but I really do. Appreciate you help Cheers Christine😊