The Corridor of Bad Choices
Don't go back there . . .65 total reviews
Comment from ElPoetry001
An excellent metaphorical approach to overcoming the addictive nature of rash decisions, followed by the pain of rejection from No do overs.
Considering the actions of other people, is a productive way to observe good examples of what not to do.
Using self-talk, a person can make a mental list of the positive and negative consequences of a decision to take some action.
As you explain, in a subtle description, the albatross that will result from any action will create a mental alert to the potentially self-destructive action, that it cannot be erased.
Your reference to "closed doors," provides an immediate link to any level of experience that the reader has experienced.
Aah so, the dragonsð??? of past negative experience, float into all aspects of life.
A Chinese philosopher once said: "... too soon old too late smart."
reply by the author on 04-Oct-2020
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An excellent metaphorical approach to overcoming the addictive nature of rash decisions, followed by the pain of rejection from No do overs.
Considering the actions of other people, is a productive way to observe good examples of what not to do.
Using self-talk, a person can make a mental list of the positive and negative consequences of a decision to take some action.
As you explain, in a subtle description, the albatross that will result from any action will create a mental alert to the potentially self-destructive action, that it cannot be erased.
Your reference to "closed doors," provides an immediate link to any level of experience that the reader has experienced.
Aah so, the dragonsð??? of past negative experience, float into all aspects of life.
A Chinese philosopher once said: "... too soon old too late smart."
Comment Written 04-Oct-2020
reply by the author on 04-Oct-2020
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Thank you, ElPoetry001, for reading and for your excellent feedback and six stars. Linda
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Stay well
Comment from Yohani
Great writing. Had me wanting to read more. Makes you think about certain decisions we all have to take in our lives that are for our well-being. I enjoyed the way you described everything.
reply by the author on 04-Oct-2020
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Great writing. Had me wanting to read more. Makes you think about certain decisions we all have to take in our lives that are for our well-being. I enjoyed the way you described everything.
Comment Written 04-Oct-2020
reply by the author on 04-Oct-2020
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Thanks so much, Yohani. Linda
Comment from Monica Chaddick
Congratulations on your work being recognized and on being named one of the all time best. Your poem was quite beautiful, as was the artwork selected to go along with it. I had a little trouble with the flow, but otherwise found it to be a good read.
reply by the author on 04-Oct-2020
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Congratulations on your work being recognized and on being named one of the all time best. Your poem was quite beautiful, as was the artwork selected to go along with it. I had a little trouble with the flow, but otherwise found it to be a good read.
Comment Written 04-Oct-2020
reply by the author on 04-Oct-2020
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Thank you for your input. Linda
Comment from Pam (respa)
-Beautiful image and
nice presentation, Linda.
-You wrote a good poem,
reflecting on what is inside
this room and down each corridor.
-The imagery creates a vivid
word picture, like
"corridor was long and winding
walls, floors, doors painted pretty."
-The concluding verses show some
of the doubt and concern related
to "peeking in" and then being
worried about past mistakes.
-Well done.
reply by the author on 04-Oct-2020
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-Beautiful image and
nice presentation, Linda.
-You wrote a good poem,
reflecting on what is inside
this room and down each corridor.
-The imagery creates a vivid
word picture, like
"corridor was long and winding
walls, floors, doors painted pretty."
-The concluding verses show some
of the doubt and concern related
to "peeking in" and then being
worried about past mistakes.
-Well done.
Comment Written 04-Oct-2020
reply by the author on 04-Oct-2020
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Thank you so much for all your feedback. Linda
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You are very welcome, Linda.
Comment from Jeffrey Mitchell
I like close the door behind her, no need to return there. Step out in faith, closing the door, shows there is no turning back. The journey is part of your faith walk.
Thank you for sharing with us this poem.
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I like close the door behind her, no need to return there. Step out in faith, closing the door, shows there is no turning back. The journey is part of your faith walk.
Thank you for sharing with us this poem.
Comment Written 04-Oct-2020
Comment from Alchera
"can she just peek than walk away
without choking on past mistakes
losing her way in old storms"
Four free verse style quatrains, well written and intriging throughout its mysterious "left behind" narrative story lined content where the lady walks away shutting the door without remorse and doubts. Will she ever repent? Poignant Work!
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"can she just peek than walk away
without choking on past mistakes
losing her way in old storms"
Four free verse style quatrains, well written and intriging throughout its mysterious "left behind" narrative story lined content where the lady walks away shutting the door without remorse and doubts. Will she ever repent? Poignant Work!
Comment Written 04-Oct-2020
Comment from Dorothy Farrell
Hello Linda, a cautionary tale. Some doors are best left closed. Dredging up the past serves no purpose, just more grief. It's always tempting to 'have a peek' but you end up back where you started. An interesting metaphoric poem. 'can she just peek than walk away' - than/then? Warm regards Dorothy x
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Hello Linda, a cautionary tale. Some doors are best left closed. Dredging up the past serves no purpose, just more grief. It's always tempting to 'have a peek' but you end up back where you started. An interesting metaphoric poem. 'can she just peek than walk away' - than/then? Warm regards Dorothy x
Comment Written 04-Oct-2020
Comment from jake cosmos aller
nicely done captures the mysterious saga of a woman in a palace somewhere in the middle east running from something dangerous - with an slight erotic tension as well
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nicely done captures the mysterious saga of a woman in a palace somewhere in the middle east running from something dangerous - with an slight erotic tension as well
This rating does not count towards story rating or author rank.
The highest and the lowest rating are not included in calculations.
Comment Written 04-Oct-2020
Comment from Patty Palmer
Interesting poem~ Wanting to look behind each door, as much as curiosity gets me, would make me worry about possibly open a Pandora's Box! Sometimes better to let sleeping dogs like!
Patty
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Interesting poem~ Wanting to look behind each door, as much as curiosity gets me, would make me worry about possibly open a Pandora's Box! Sometimes better to let sleeping dogs like!
Patty
Comment Written 04-Oct-2020
Comment from duchessofdrumborg
"The Corridor of Bad Choices", is an extremely well-written, and delightfully descriptive piece. With craft and skill, this talented poet has told it as it is. You KEEP READING, and I'll KEEP WRITING. To me, this is definitely a six! I look forward to seeing your next post.
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"The Corridor of Bad Choices", is an extremely well-written, and delightfully descriptive piece. With craft and skill, this talented poet has told it as it is. You KEEP READING, and I'll KEEP WRITING. To me, this is definitely a six! I look forward to seeing your next post.
Comment Written 04-Oct-2020
