The Winds of Catatonia
A damp wind can sap energy and mood31 total reviews
Comment from karenina
Powerful sonnet with breathtaking lines, perfect rhyme and the all important iambic pentameter. More importantly, you've opened the curtain on the many faces of mental illness. Nothing at all to be ashamed of, and yet, still in this century so many do not seek help for fear of ridicule or loss of job! It always struck me as ironic that weather related disorders are abbreviated S.A.D.--Seasonal Affective Disorder. Really enjoyed your writing. I think I'm about to fan you! (Fair warning!)--
Karenina
reply by the author on 24-Jun-2021
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Powerful sonnet with breathtaking lines, perfect rhyme and the all important iambic pentameter. More importantly, you've opened the curtain on the many faces of mental illness. Nothing at all to be ashamed of, and yet, still in this century so many do not seek help for fear of ridicule or loss of job! It always struck me as ironic that weather related disorders are abbreviated S.A.D.--Seasonal Affective Disorder. Really enjoyed your writing. I think I'm about to fan you! (Fair warning!)--
Karenina
Comment Written 24-Jun-2021
reply by the author on 24-Jun-2021
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Hi Karenina,
Oh, so good to hear from you! I am so pleased you like my sonnet. Thank you for an awesome review and wonderful thoughts. Yes, mental issues affect us all if we?re honest (in some form or severity), I think. Shouldn?t be such a stigma anymore. You are so right about pulling back the curtain on mental illness as it has a broad spectrum of disorders that encompasses about everyone!
So great to hear from you!
Always,
Senyai
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Thrilled to be a shiny new fan of your work! Soon as I catch up with reviews I'm going to dog around in your portfolio. Love doing that!
Karenina
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Thanks again, Karenina! I will poke around in your portfolio as well. My son's wedding was today, so have been offline for a bit but will get back on FanStory again in the next few days. Maybe later tonight if I don't fall asleep first.
Always,
Senyai
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Wow! Congrats to your son! (and Mom of the groom!)---Wow again! This is huge! SO happy for you! Weekends are crazy go nuts...but come Monday I'm foraging in your portfolio for sure!--Karenina
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Thank you so much, Karenina! Yes, weekends are nuts! Life is emerging after this pandemic ? I think I?m glad, yes I?m glad :-)
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It's uniquely euphoric to be able to go out and do things in the world again, isn't it? Here's hoping we keep going in the right direction!--Karenina
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Yes, you nailed it! Uniquely euphoric. Perfect. Are you worried about the Delta variant from India, showing up on our shores now? All of us are positively giddy about resuming normalcy now but is it too soon, or will it always be something lurking around the corner to shove us back into a mask mandated lockdown? In one breath the WHO says to be safe, wear a mask in case the India variant gets a stronghold, then the CDC says, no mask needed :-( Guessing they really don?t know.
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I am worried. I have read esteemed scientists postulating the Delta variant may overpower our vaccines. Others have said it is the unvaccinated that will suffer, as this variant spreads much more easily...
I envision a clamor to develop boosters as more variants emerge.
Hard not to be wary!
Karenina
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Yes, I am worried as well. Boosters are in the works - I can feel the gears turning as we speak.
Stay well, Karenina!
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You too my friend!--Karenina
Comment from pharp
Senyai,
Virtual six-star rating. (sorry, I'm all out)
You have done an exceptional job in the penning of this poem. A powerful poem about an illness that affects so many. My brother is bipolar, and he suffers it appears in the wintertime. One must have that love and support system in place to help them go through. So often, family members refuse to accept this illness as if it doesn't exist. Some members in my family refused to accept that he has this illness,
You are a very talented poet. This poem has excellent rhyming throughout with a very smooth flow. Your very last lines--- compelling!
"I best arise as Lazarus unearthed!
Reclaim my days, bestowed on me from birth!"
Thanks for sharing,
May God continue to bless and keep you in His loving care
Have a wonderful day.
Portia
reply by the author on 24-Jun-2021
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Senyai,
Virtual six-star rating. (sorry, I'm all out)
You have done an exceptional job in the penning of this poem. A powerful poem about an illness that affects so many. My brother is bipolar, and he suffers it appears in the wintertime. One must have that love and support system in place to help them go through. So often, family members refuse to accept this illness as if it doesn't exist. Some members in my family refused to accept that he has this illness,
You are a very talented poet. This poem has excellent rhyming throughout with a very smooth flow. Your very last lines--- compelling!
"I best arise as Lazarus unearthed!
Reclaim my days, bestowed on me from birth!"
Thanks for sharing,
May God continue to bless and keep you in His loving care
Have a wonderful day.
Portia
Comment Written 24-Jun-2021
reply by the author on 24-Jun-2021
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Hi Portia,
You are so kind in your beautiful thoughts and review. Yes, mental disorders and issues cover such a broad spectrum and severity that if we?re honest, almost everyone of us can claim it. My thoughts and prayers are with your brother as he has to deal with a very tricky illness to treat. But we?ve come a long way in diagnosing and treatments.
Our family genetics has depression running through it in varying degrees. So that has to be dealt with always.
I loved hearing from you!
Bless you, my talented friend :-)
Always,
Senyai
Comment from Dilettante junior
Dear poet,
What an excellent sonnet! Full of stunning imagery, musical, brilliantly painting what power the weather has over one's mood and overall outlook. Poignant piece. Beautiful to finish with rebirth through the Lazarus syndrome!
Lovely notes as well
Well done
DJ
reply by the author on 19-Jun-2021
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Dear poet,
What an excellent sonnet! Full of stunning imagery, musical, brilliantly painting what power the weather has over one's mood and overall outlook. Poignant piece. Beautiful to finish with rebirth through the Lazarus syndrome!
Lovely notes as well
Well done
DJ
Comment Written 19-Jun-2021
reply by the author on 19-Jun-2021
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Hi DJ,
Oh thank you so much for your generous review and kind words. Both are truly appreciated!
Have a great weekend!
Senyai
Comment from equestrik
There is a grat deal of emotion n thes presenttion for the 'Nature's Breath' writng prompt. you choice of visual iswell done and your write is well done with well chosen words and lovely rhythm.
reply by the author on 19-Jun-2021
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There is a grat deal of emotion n thes presenttion for the 'Nature's Breath' writng prompt. you choice of visual iswell done and your write is well done with well chosen words and lovely rhythm.
Comment Written 18-Jun-2021
reply by the author on 19-Jun-2021
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Hi Equestrik,
Oh thank you for your generous review and kind words. Both are deeply appreciated!
Have a great weekend,
Senyai
Comment from amahra
This was a very beautiful and well-written poem. I liked your word choices. There were several lines I liked but below proved my favorite. I also loved your image. Great choice.
I best arise as Lazarus unearthed! [I really love this line.]
reply by the author on 19-Jun-2021
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This was a very beautiful and well-written poem. I liked your word choices. There were several lines I liked but below proved my favorite. I also loved your image. Great choice.
I best arise as Lazarus unearthed! [I really love this line.]
Comment Written 18-Jun-2021
reply by the author on 19-Jun-2021
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Hi Amarha,
Oh thank you for such a lovely review and comments! So happy it meant something to you and you could feel the change of heart in the last lines. Yes, as Lazarus or the Phoenix, we all can rise again from our troubles.
Thank you for your thoughts. Much appreciated!
Have a great weekend,
Senyai
Comment from Gypsy Blue Rose
A damp wind can sap energy and mood
The Winds of Catatonia
Nice Shakespearean sonnet.
I understand what's like to have a mental illness, I am bipolar. I have struggled with it throughout my life but now I take medication and live a normal life.
reply by the author on 18-Jun-2021
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A damp wind can sap energy and mood
The Winds of Catatonia
Nice Shakespearean sonnet.
I understand what's like to have a mental illness, I am bipolar. I have struggled with it throughout my life but now I take medication and live a normal life.
Comment Written 18-Jun-2021
reply by the author on 18-Jun-2021
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Hi Gypsy,
Thank you for such an honest and endearing review and comments. Yes, people don?t realize how other people struggle and love and acceptance are always the way. Mental issues are so common that we should be aware of and not pass judgement. It touches us all, if we are honest.
Much love to you, Gypsy. Your perspective nature is your own and embrace it lovingly. There is only one of you :-)
Comment from nomi338
It is perfectly okay to lie in state for a time as your body, mind and mood repair themselves. When the time is right and proper, one must elevate themselves to rejoin the fight the race and resume the place, their rightful place among the populace. Very good write. I like.
reply by the author on 18-Jun-2021
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It is perfectly okay to lie in state for a time as your body, mind and mood repair themselves. When the time is right and proper, one must elevate themselves to rejoin the fight the race and resume the place, their rightful place among the populace. Very good write. I like.
Comment Written 18-Jun-2021
reply by the author on 18-Jun-2021
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Hi Nomi,
Thank you for such a perceptive review with astute comments. Yes, we all must forgive ourselves for these ?lying in state? times in your most excellent words. Tolerance and love will see us through as you so well conveyed.
Rising once again to join our place in this old world.
Have a wonderful weekend!
Comment from writer723
I really enjoyed reading this piece. It was very interesting and intriguing. I felt drawn into the situation being described. Your words painted such a vivid picture in my mind. Great writing!
reply by the author on 18-Jun-2021
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I really enjoyed reading this piece. It was very interesting and intriguing. I felt drawn into the situation being described. Your words painted such a vivid picture in my mind. Great writing!
Comment Written 18-Jun-2021
reply by the author on 18-Jun-2021
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Hi,
Thank you for a super review and comments. I appreciate what you thought about my sonnet.
Hoping you have a great Friday and coming weekend!
Comment from dragonpoet
This sounds like a person deciding it is time to stop letting depression or other life problems sap him/her of energy to live life to the fullest.
Good luck in the contest.
Keep writing and stay healthy
dragonpoet
reply by the author on 18-Jun-2021
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This sounds like a person deciding it is time to stop letting depression or other life problems sap him/her of energy to live life to the fullest.
Good luck in the contest.
Keep writing and stay healthy
dragonpoet
Comment Written 17-Jun-2021
reply by the author on 18-Jun-2021
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Hi DragonPoet,
Yes, you got my point exactly. Thanks for such a great review and comments. Both are much appreciated!
Have a good weekend :-)
Always,
Senyai
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You are welcome on both accounts, Senyai.
Joan
Comment from rhonnie69
Hello poet: I like your poem here because you give me something to feel. This poem is as wayward as the wind. Your pic illustration is perfect. A job well done here, poet. I thank you for sharing. God bless you. cordially: rhonnie69.
reply by the author on 17-Jun-2021
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Hello poet: I like your poem here because you give me something to feel. This poem is as wayward as the wind. Your pic illustration is perfect. A job well done here, poet. I thank you for sharing. God bless you. cordially: rhonnie69.
Comment Written 17-Jun-2021
reply by the author on 17-Jun-2021
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Hi Rhonnie,
Thanks for a superb review and valuable comments. Both are much appreciated!
All the best.
