Petrichor
after the rain9 total reviews
Comment from susand3022
Someone told me that word the other day Author... I said, "Mmmm, I love the way it smells after it rains." The person I was with told me it was called, "Petrichor"... perhaps they're just smart... perhaps it's not so obscure? lol ;)
reply by the author on 16-Jun-2019
Someone told me that word the other day Author... I said, "Mmmm, I love the way it smells after it rains." The person I was with told me it was called, "Petrichor"... perhaps they're just smart... perhaps it's not so obscure? lol ;)
Comment Written 15-Jun-2019
reply by the author on 16-Jun-2019
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well, it was obscure to me. I'd never heard it until I found it when I was looking at obscure words online. It is a neat one to remember.
Comment from Gloria ....
Author, I must admit I've never read or heard this word until just now, so you've done well in choosing an obscure word.
A lovely poem to illustrate its meaning and I wish you much luck in the voting booth. :)
Gloria
reply by the author on 13-Jun-2019
Author, I must admit I've never read or heard this word until just now, so you've done well in choosing an obscure word.
A lovely poem to illustrate its meaning and I wish you much luck in the voting booth. :)
Gloria
Comment Written 13-Jun-2019
reply by the author on 13-Jun-2019
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thank you so much. One guy who answered said he was adding it to his "personal dictionary", which I thought was such a good idea, I'm going to start one, myself.
Thanks again for your good wishes.
Comment from Sandra du Plessis
A very well-written obscure word 7-9-7 poem. The unique smell after the rainfall is the best smell we ever smell. The freshness and the wet ground makes the colors even more vibrant.
reply by the author on 12-Jun-2019
A very well-written obscure word 7-9-7 poem. The unique smell after the rainfall is the best smell we ever smell. The freshness and the wet ground makes the colors even more vibrant.
Comment Written 12-Jun-2019
reply by the author on 12-Jun-2019
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you're absolutely right. Love it! nice to know what to call it - if the brain will retain it.
Comment from Y. M. Roger
I absolutely LOVE that smell -- of course, we're getting a lot of opportunity to enjoy it recently!! :) This is a wonderful offering for the contest because it truly engages the reader and doesn't just 'put it out there'! ;) ;) Thanx for joining us and best of luck at the polls! ;) Yvette
reply by the author on 12-Jun-2019
I absolutely LOVE that smell -- of course, we're getting a lot of opportunity to enjoy it recently!! :) This is a wonderful offering for the contest because it truly engages the reader and doesn't just 'put it out there'! ;) ;) Thanx for joining us and best of luck at the polls! ;) Yvette
Comment Written 12-Jun-2019
reply by the author on 12-Jun-2019
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I love it, too, and now know what to call it. who am I kidding? I'll never remember that word. but many thanks for your review and good wishes.
Comment from Pam (respa)
-Nice image
and presentation.
-The syllable count is good.
-The imagery and
rhyme are effective.
-You made good use
of your obscure word,
by using personification
of the earth's scent,
and concluding with bright colors.
-Good luck in the contest.
reply by the author on 12-Jun-2019
-Nice image
and presentation.
-The syllable count is good.
-The imagery and
rhyme are effective.
-You made good use
of your obscure word,
by using personification
of the earth's scent,
and concluding with bright colors.
-Good luck in the contest.
Comment Written 12-Jun-2019
reply by the author on 12-Jun-2019
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you are one thorough reviewer, Pam, and your kind words are much appreciated. thank you!
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You are very welcome, and thank you for the recognition about my reviewing. It is appreciated.
Comment from RodG
Now here is a word I instantly added to my personal dictionary. We had the wettest May in history and I wondered what that glorious scent afterwards was called. You are so right about colors being brighter, too. Rod
reply by the author on 12-Jun-2019
Now here is a word I instantly added to my personal dictionary. We had the wettest May in history and I wondered what that glorious scent afterwards was called. You are so right about colors being brighter, too. Rod
Comment Written 12-Jun-2019
reply by the author on 12-Jun-2019
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I am going to try my best to remember it - but the way things are going these days, it's doubtful it'll stick in the old brain. But it'd be fun to throw it out there and watch people's expressions.
Aren't you smart to keep a personal dictionary. I think I'll get a little pocket book and start one. thanks for your kind words and the nifty idea.
Comment from Gail Denham
I like this - and there is that pleasant smell after a rain. After is what I like. God sent mist up from the ground in the Garden of Eden. Kind of wish he'd do the same today - rain spoils many plans.
but seriously - nice poem.
reply by the author on 12-Jun-2019
I like this - and there is that pleasant smell after a rain. After is what I like. God sent mist up from the ground in the Garden of Eden. Kind of wish he'd do the same today - rain spoils many plans.
but seriously - nice poem.
Comment Written 12-Jun-2019
reply by the author on 12-Jun-2019
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thanks and may you have mist instead of rain. :)
Comment from Alcreator Litt Dear
You have rightly expressed your joy and happiness after the rain, at the petrichor , obscure word used properly; well said, well done. Keep writing -- DR ALCREATOR
reply by the author on 12-Jun-2019
You have rightly expressed your joy and happiness after the rain, at the petrichor , obscure word used properly; well said, well done. Keep writing -- DR ALCREATOR
Comment Written 12-Jun-2019
reply by the author on 12-Jun-2019
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Thank you, Dr A!
Comment from Dolly'sPoems
An appropriate use of this obscure word which I have not heard of before and fits in well with your atmospheric poem exuding pleasant smells after the rain, magical, love Dolly x
reply by the author on 12-Jun-2019
An appropriate use of this obscure word which I have not heard of before and fits in well with your atmospheric poem exuding pleasant smells after the rain, magical, love Dolly x
Comment Written 12-Jun-2019
reply by the author on 12-Jun-2019
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thanks, Dolly. much appreciated!