The Poets Menagerie
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19 total reviews
Comment from BermyBye50
Lea,
This is an excellent entry in the 5 Line Poem contest and chapter in your book The Poets Menagerie.
On June 15th I reached out to you via email and sent you 5 of my poems. I hope you liked them.
All the best,
Eugene
Here is another of my poems for you to enjoy
Life is a journey...
Life is a journey...
of many unanswered questions,
along a road which never ends.
All of us are destined to follow its path,
knowing only the place that it all began.
Our journey begins at birth,
A still small voice inside
guiding us every hour of each day.
Our road map, helping us
to face life's many challenges
without which we cannot find our way.
Our quest leads us along an eternal path,
shared by every living soul,
all of us pressing on ever forward
toward a common yet unseen goal.
Life is a journey...
along a path of twists and turns,
filled with a mystical array
of never-ending events and emotions.
With each step teaching us
life lessons that we each need to learn.
And on this magical journey...
you'll meet all kinds of people,
Some will cause a smile,
a laugh, a tender moment
that your heart will never forget.
This I know...for in my journey,
I have met you.
© Eugene Harvey
reply by the author on 11-Jul-2024
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Lea,
This is an excellent entry in the 5 Line Poem contest and chapter in your book The Poets Menagerie.
On June 15th I reached out to you via email and sent you 5 of my poems. I hope you liked them.
All the best,
Eugene
Here is another of my poems for you to enjoy
Life is a journey...
Life is a journey...
of many unanswered questions,
along a road which never ends.
All of us are destined to follow its path,
knowing only the place that it all began.
Our journey begins at birth,
A still small voice inside
guiding us every hour of each day.
Our road map, helping us
to face life's many challenges
without which we cannot find our way.
Our quest leads us along an eternal path,
shared by every living soul,
all of us pressing on ever forward
toward a common yet unseen goal.
Life is a journey...
along a path of twists and turns,
filled with a mystical array
of never-ending events and emotions.
With each step teaching us
life lessons that we each need to learn.
And on this magical journey...
you'll meet all kinds of people,
Some will cause a smile,
a laugh, a tender moment
that your heart will never forget.
This I know...for in my journey,
I have met you.
© Eugene Harvey
Comment Written 11-Jul-2024
reply by the author on 11-Jul-2024
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Eugene I think I'm sleeping today I responded to your email called you Bernie so sorry about that! Your work is wonderful and beautiful as always is whenever I've read it. I was in a nasty car accident was unable to respond when you originally sent your message. Thank you again for your great review and for these wonderful poems I love them!
Comment from CrystieCookie999
This is rather a mysterious poem. The raven or crow image seems to suggest something eerie, having to do with death. I was wondering if 'Two steps' means how far something enters the heart, or if it is referring to a country two-step dance. The last line suggests it is more of a dance that one can not really avoid.
reply by the author on 04-Jul-2024
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This is rather a mysterious poem. The raven or crow image seems to suggest something eerie, having to do with death. I was wondering if 'Two steps' means how far something enters the heart, or if it is referring to a country two-step dance. The last line suggests it is more of a dance that one can not really avoid.
Comment Written 01-Jul-2024
reply by the author on 04-Jul-2024
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Very good analogue! Smart lady! I meant it to be mysterious. For me it talks about having been along for some time getting a cold case around your heart then having someone come along and melted a little bit and then once it's good your heart starts hammering in your chest. Brisk staccato beat. Thank you for your review and your fine rating and for your time I hope your day is amazing!
Comment from karenina
Is it trepidation I sense, or melancholy?
This has a dark edge to it...the image adds to that. I can feel your pulse race...is it from fear or excitement?
Hmmmm.
Karenina
reply by the author on 30-Jun-2024
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Is it trepidation I sense, or melancholy?
This has a dark edge to it...the image adds to that. I can feel your pulse race...is it from fear or excitement?
Hmmmm.
Karenina
Comment Written 30-Jun-2024
reply by the author on 30-Jun-2024
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It is a combination of excitement and fear fear of the unknown and excitement of what could be. Interesting question.Thank you for reading.Thank you for your review and your inciteful questions. Hope you have a great night!
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Many layers within...
You built the suspense!
Comment from Ulla
Hi Lea, oh, this left me with an eiry feeling not quite knowing what you ment. The artwork underlined that feeling . A poem with great imagery. All best, Ullaxcx
reply by the author on 29-Jun-2024
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Hi Lea, oh, this left me with an eiry feeling not quite knowing what you ment. The artwork underlined that feeling . A poem with great imagery. All best, Ullaxcx
Comment Written 29-Jun-2024
reply by the author on 29-Jun-2024
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Thank you so much.I'm glad you like it.It is kind of an airy Palm for sure.It's a mixture of hope and fear. Thank you so much for your review and your kind rating and your insightful comments. I hope your day is amazing.
Comment from Unclear Saria
Your five-line poem has an eerie feeling, and the imagery, particularly in the first three lines, is really well done. The artwork also suits perfectly to the poem. Good luck with the contest!
reply by the author on 29-Jun-2024
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Your five-line poem has an eerie feeling, and the imagery, particularly in the first three lines, is really well done. The artwork also suits perfectly to the poem. Good luck with the contest!
Comment Written 29-Jun-2024
reply by the author on 29-Jun-2024
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Thank you so much.I'm glad you like it! I appreciate your time and for your fine review and for your rating Thank you so much for stopping in and leading.I appreciate it!
Comment from QC Poet
Five line compliant poem that left me to question what was meant by shadow man as to if refererencing a person or thing making the two steps in the beat you mentioned
reply by the author on 29-Jun-2024
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Five line compliant poem that left me to question what was meant by shadow man as to if refererencing a person or thing making the two steps in the beat you mentioned
Comment Written 28-Jun-2024
reply by the author on 29-Jun-2024
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Shadow man is actually a real person. His name is Shadow. I liked him quite a bit but unfortunately it did not work so I had an opportunity to let some of those feelings out. Thank you.
For your interest and for your fine rating and wonderful review.I very much appreciate it and hope your day is great!
Comment from prettybluebirds
I love the artwork you chose for your poem; It couldn't be more perfect. You have done an excellent job with the writing prompt. I wish you tons of luck in the contest.
reply by the author on 29-Jun-2024
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I love the artwork you chose for your poem; It couldn't be more perfect. You have done an excellent job with the writing prompt. I wish you tons of luck in the contest.
Comment Written 28-Jun-2024
reply by the author on 29-Jun-2024
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Thank you so very much for your fine review and awesome rating.I'm glad you like it! I thank you for your time and reading it.I always appreciate your reviews and your insightful commen. I also wish you in hope for an amazing day!
Comment from Janet Foor
Excellent imagery in the 5 line poem from the eerie artwork and presentation to the brisk staccato beat in the end. I enjoyed reading your unique poem.
Blessings
Janet
reply by the author on 28-Jun-2024
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Excellent imagery in the 5 line poem from the eerie artwork and presentation to the brisk staccato beat in the end. I enjoyed reading your unique poem.
Blessings
Janet
Comment Written 28-Jun-2024
reply by the author on 28-Jun-2024
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Thank you, Janet for your fine review and for your kind rating.I very much appreciate it and your time for reading is also appreciated.I hope your day is amazing.Thank you again for stopping in!
Comment from GWHARGIS
I almost felt like this was about the summer heat. And, I like a poem that let's me decide what it's about. I could change my mind and decide it's about a man, who makes me both uncomfortable and makes me crave his presence. This was very cool. Gretchen
reply by the author on 28-Jun-2024
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I almost felt like this was about the summer heat. And, I like a poem that let's me decide what it's about. I could change my mind and decide it's about a man, who makes me both uncomfortable and makes me crave his presence. This was very cool. Gretchen
Comment Written 28-Jun-2024
reply by the author on 28-Jun-2024
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Thank you.I'm really glad you enjoyed this and I thank you for your kind words and insight as well! I appreciate you stopping interview thank you!
Comment from Marilyn Hamilton
An excellent 5 line poem contest entry. I like the eerie feeling of this poem and the sense of dread it brings. The picture of that bird is the perfect creepy addition. Good luck.
reply by the author on 28-Jun-2024
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An excellent 5 line poem contest entry. I like the eerie feeling of this poem and the sense of dread it brings. The picture of that bird is the perfect creepy addition. Good luck.
Comment Written 28-Jun-2024
reply by the author on 28-Jun-2024
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Thank you so much.I'm glad you liked it.I appreciate your comments and your insight too.It's a wonderful review.I appreciate so much!