The Corridor of Bad Choices
Don't go back there . . .65 total reviews
Comment from Cindy Decker
Wow, Linda.
An excellent poem. I like the symbolism of this poem, and How it's about people who ruminate about their past mistakes. I like the photo; it is a fine complement to your poem.
Good luck in the contest, Linda.
Best wishes,
Cindy
reply by the author on 16-Jan-2021
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Wow, Linda.
An excellent poem. I like the symbolism of this poem, and How it's about people who ruminate about their past mistakes. I like the photo; it is a fine complement to your poem.
Good luck in the contest, Linda.
Best wishes,
Cindy
Comment Written 12-Oct-2020
reply by the author on 16-Jan-2021
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Cindy, didn't win the contest but thanks so much for reading, six stars and commenting on this poem. Linda
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Linda, before I realize who you are, and after I?ve read your poem I know it?s you. I Fanstory as an author, but you are a fantastic author of truths. I remember the very first poem of yours I critiqued.
Have a wonderful Monday.
Blessings. Please message me if you ever want a writing friend. 😊
Cindy
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Cindy: thank you so much for such a warm and positive review. I am very ill these days: heart disease, CHF and emphysema which is kicking my butt right now. I can barely stay awake as I'm typing this. I'm 72 and never foresaw my end of life being this miserable! Have to go back to bed. Linda
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Linda,I?m so sorry for you. You?re in my prayers tonight and always. I hope you can cope with your illness. I have beginning stages of copd, so I know a little of how you feel.
Please keep in touch and write when you can. You?ve inspired me so much this past year.
Afa
Blessings and respect,
Cindy
Comment from karenina
I[m picking up what you're putting down my friend...
As Sinatra sang: "Regrets, I've had a few, but then again, too few to mention."
Regardless of the should haves and could haves...the happiest most peaceful souls learn along the way that they DID...and it's done...and there is NO point in reworking the puzzle pieces...
LOVE this. Your metaphors are intriguing and just perfect for this theme. I've lived long enough to walk this "Corridor of bad choices" enough to wear out the carpet...
Bottom line? I did the best I could with what I knew at the time...and I forgive all others who affected me for the same reason.
This one touched my soul...
Karenina
reply by the author on 16-Jan-2021
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I[m picking up what you're putting down my friend...
As Sinatra sang: "Regrets, I've had a few, but then again, too few to mention."
Regardless of the should haves and could haves...the happiest most peaceful souls learn along the way that they DID...and it's done...and there is NO point in reworking the puzzle pieces...
LOVE this. Your metaphors are intriguing and just perfect for this theme. I've lived long enough to walk this "Corridor of bad choices" enough to wear out the carpet...
Bottom line? I did the best I could with what I knew at the time...and I forgive all others who affected me for the same reason.
This one touched my soul...
Karenina
Comment Written 09-Oct-2020
reply by the author on 16-Jan-2021
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Karenina: I am so pleased that this poem touched your soul because it was from mine. Thank you. Linda
Comment from Susan Louise Gabriel
Intriguing poem! Just the kind I like - I have to read it over a few times to figure out exactly what it means, then what it means to ME.
I can definitely relate to the author - who understands that there are no "do overs" in life - and all the attractive doors that are meant to remain closed. Choices. Making good choices and avoiding regret.
That's what it means to me.
Thank you for sharing!
Susan
reply by the author on 16-Jan-2021
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Intriguing poem! Just the kind I like - I have to read it over a few times to figure out exactly what it means, then what it means to ME.
I can definitely relate to the author - who understands that there are no "do overs" in life - and all the attractive doors that are meant to remain closed. Choices. Making good choices and avoiding regret.
That's what it means to me.
Thank you for sharing!
Susan
Comment Written 06-Oct-2020
reply by the author on 16-Jan-2021
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You got it, Susan! Thank you. Linda
Comment from harmony13
The author's words are interesting, thought provoking and creative.
I found this poem deep and having an underlying message. I pondered
on the words of this poem. Hope you are having a great day!
reply by the author on 16-Jan-2021
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The author's words are interesting, thought provoking and creative.
I found this poem deep and having an underlying message. I pondered
on the words of this poem. Hope you are having a great day!
Comment Written 06-Oct-2020
reply by the author on 16-Jan-2021
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Thank you Harmony13 for reading and pondering my words. Linda
Comment from CrystieCookie999
This has kind of a mysterious story behind the story going on in this poem. I really like the last part: careful of fire breathing dragons/in pretty palaces.
I would suggest putting a hyphen between fire and breathing. Nice share.
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This has kind of a mysterious story behind the story going on in this poem. I really like the last part: careful of fire breathing dragons/in pretty palaces.
I would suggest putting a hyphen between fire and breathing. Nice share.
Comment Written 06-Oct-2020
Comment from Bill Pinder
Excellent free verse that matches perfectly with your choice of pictures. This expresses powerful truth that we all need to close the doors to condemnation from the past and press on. Bill
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Excellent free verse that matches perfectly with your choice of pictures. This expresses powerful truth that we all need to close the doors to condemnation from the past and press on. Bill
Comment Written 06-Oct-2020
Comment from A. Louise Robertson
Well done, and the perfect marriage of words and picture. You have said a lot in a few words.
I particularly enjoyed your reference to "choking on past mistakes" and "losing her way in old storms." I can identify with this message as I often find myself lost in the past and have to remember to shake it off.
Thank you for sharing this.
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Well done, and the perfect marriage of words and picture. You have said a lot in a few words.
I particularly enjoyed your reference to "choking on past mistakes" and "losing her way in old storms." I can identify with this message as I often find myself lost in the past and have to remember to shake it off.
Thank you for sharing this.
Comment Written 06-Oct-2020
Comment from Janice Canerdy
Your free verse poem is thought-provoking, conveying a powerful message about the past--can't be changed, but can teach lessons to help us in the future.
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Your free verse poem is thought-provoking, conveying a powerful message about the past--can't be changed, but can teach lessons to help us in the future.
Comment Written 05-Oct-2020
Comment from estory
Mice surreal effects in this, I like those dragons hiding behind the closed doors. There's all these images of beautiful wallpaper, nice furniture, carpeted hallways and in the air is this great sense of apprehension, like the door is about to burst open and some evil thing is about to pounce. estory
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Mice surreal effects in this, I like those dragons hiding behind the closed doors. There's all these images of beautiful wallpaper, nice furniture, carpeted hallways and in the air is this great sense of apprehension, like the door is about to burst open and some evil thing is about to pounce. estory
Comment Written 05-Oct-2020
Comment from jdrhye
I like the visual of doors and images of what's behind the doors. It gives the poem a mysterious quality. Well laid out and flow. Rhythm is good enjoyed the read and the story behind the doors.
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I like the visual of doors and images of what's behind the doors. It gives the poem a mysterious quality. Well laid out and flow. Rhythm is good enjoyed the read and the story behind the doors.
Comment Written 05-Oct-2020
