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Poems By AnnieDawn

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My book of poems and stories

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Comment from joeruptak
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The rhyming is great and the smooth flow made for a very good read.
But what I love most about this poem is that it gave me a smile that kick started my day,
thank you very much

 Comment Written 03-Dec-2015


reply by the author on 03-Dec-2015
    I am so glad that you enjoyed my poem. Thank you very much for your review.
Comment from A.A.A.EXHILARATING RIDE
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Great artwork choice and colouring for this silhouette in memory! It happened to me at the same age when placed with my sister high on the back of an old cart horse Dobbin. We both tried to ride - once, and continued to aspire to the opportunity and empowerment to find confidence and aspire higher, or even enjoy seeing children or grandchildren to so.

Thanks I enjoyed the snappy, matter of fact rhyme; but most the climb to the past and back, grateful for the surprise of treasures. Joyful blessings for Christmas and the New Year, Maureen*&*

 Comment Written 29-Nov-2015


reply by the author on 30-Nov-2015
    Thank you so very much for your kind review. A joyous holiday season to you also. Hoping you are in a good weather belt this winter.
reply by A.A.A.EXHILARATING RIDE on 30-Nov-2015
    Thanks Annie, we are moving into summer, quite reasonable generally for Melbourne, but drought and fires an increasing country worry. Christmas blessings, Maureen*&*
Comment from seaglass
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This is a cute poem and one that will bring memories to most readers. It follows the requirements of the contest. For me, I didn't fall but had to be retrieve by my dad with a ladder.

 Comment Written 25-Nov-2015


reply by the author on 25-Nov-2015
    That is so cute. My sister had to be lifted down from a tree by my Dad on a ladder. So many memories from poems whether we write it or read something written by someone else. Thank you so much for your kind review.
Comment from Bill Schott
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This 'begin and end' poem, Defeated, begins with once and reminds readers of their tree climbing days. This poem also covers a myriad of deeds not conquered from youth and now forever un achieved. Go climb your tree.

 Comment Written 25-Nov-2015


reply by the author on 25-Nov-2015
    Believe me I have climbed many trees since. Thanks for the stars and the review. I do appreciate your time.
Comment from mvbrooks
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Great pacing with phrases like "I was only two plus three..." It's playful--but also a bit sad with the phrase "so I only tried it once." Strong rhyme.

 Comment Written 25-Nov-2015


reply by the author on 25-Nov-2015
    Thank you for your review and kind comments. I am pleased that you like my poem. Please vote.
Comment from Lovinia
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Hi Mystery Poet

A great entry for the contest. I love the image and presentation. I can't help smile as this brings back memories. I was a born tomboy and tree climbing one of my favourite activities. I'm trying to remember if I fell out ... perhaps not or I may have made the same decision as you have. Ambition, and humour, perhaps a wisdom that some tree climbers might adhere to. Every one can hug a tree, not everyone can climb one successfully. Your mono-rhyme works well here and the pace sings along with the essence of the small child. I love "two plus three", I always enjoy alliteration when well used - "tried/tree/three", "big/bounce" and the accompanying assonance and consonance to provide the wonderful cadence which rings like a children's rhyme song. A fun and interesting prompt and a fun and interesting poem. The children will love it I'm sure and even suitable for adults to enjoy as I did. I wish you the best of luck. Warm Regards - Lovi xoxo

 Comment Written 25-Nov-2015


reply by the author on 25-Nov-2015
    Thank you so much for reviewing my poem. I am happy that you enjoyed it.
reply by Lovinia on 25-Nov-2015
    Good luck. L XOOX
Comment from wordspinner314
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This is such a sweet poem! Your ending ("Sadly little girls don't bounce so I only tried it once.") is marvelous, really the icing on the cake. I thoroughly enjoyed this little rhyme; thank you for sharing!

 Comment Written 25-Nov-2015


reply by the author on 25-Nov-2015
    Thank you so much for your review and kind comments. I am always so happy when someone likes my poetry.
Comment from BeasPeas
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Good job. In just a few lines you have written a catchy, light-hearted poem that fits the chosen image perfectly. Lines have nice cadence, rhyming and flow.

 Comment Written 25-Nov-2015


reply by the author on 25-Nov-2015
    Thank you so much for your review and kind comments. I am always so happy when someone likes my poetry.
Comment from JourneyHolm
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This was a cute poem and warning for toddlers everywhere. Nice slant rhyme in the second stanza. The line itself, though, kind of throws me off the flow. Regardless, thank you for sharing :)

 Comment Written 24-Nov-2015


reply by the author on 24-Nov-2015
    Thanks for the suggestion. I changed that line to "Sadly little girls don't bounce" so the rhyme flows a bit better. I appreciate your review and kind comments. Have a great holiday.
Comment from patcelaw
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I can relate to this as a young girl I climbed a tree with a pocket full of pebbles, my younger brother was in the tree next to my tree he too had some pebbles. We began throwing them at each other. I dodged a pebble and fell the 18 feet to the ground. I walked away without a broken bone, but I never did that again. Patricia

 Comment Written 24-Nov-2015


reply by the author on 24-Nov-2015
    What wonderful childhood memories we can capture in writing. I did fall from the tree but actually accomplished climbing it again many times. Thanks for the review. I am glad you like my poem.