Her World
2-4-2 poetry31 total reviews
Comment from dragonpoet
Hi Melissa,
These words and the artwork shows the danger of getting addicted to smart phones. Teens aren't the only ones who do that. It is sad that this little girl is being ignored because of technology. If they need to use their phones so badly, they should find ways to use it with their child in a way to use imaginations or find things to do together.
Congrats on placing second in the contest.
Keep writing and stay healthy
Joan
reply by the author on 21-Oct-2022
  |
Hi Melissa,
These words and the artwork shows the danger of getting addicted to smart phones. Teens aren't the only ones who do that. It is sad that this little girl is being ignored because of technology. If they need to use their phones so badly, they should find ways to use it with their child in a way to use imaginations or find things to do together.
Congrats on placing second in the contest.
Keep writing and stay healthy
Joan
Comment Written 21-Oct-2022
reply by the author on 21-Oct-2022
-
Hello Joan. Thank you... it is a problem that grieves my heart and is causing problems in so many young families.
Melissa
Comment from Debbie Pope
I love that you used your eight syllables to address a serious problem. Your post is the perfect example of the concept that less is more.
I feel for the little girl in the photo. Dinner with the family is not dinner with the family at all. She might as well eat by herself.
Well done.
reply by the author on 20-Oct-2022
|
I love that you used your eight syllables to address a serious problem. Your post is the perfect example of the concept that less is more.
I feel for the little girl in the photo. Dinner with the family is not dinner with the family at all. She might as well eat by herself.
Well done.
Comment Written 20-Oct-2022
reply by the author on 20-Oct-2022
-
Hello Debbie. So true, I feel that many young families suffer with this same scenario. I hope they wake up before its too late.
Thank you for your insightful words and review!!
Melissa
Comment from Shirley E Kennedy
Wow!
Sad, but so often the case in all social situations in our modern world.
A perfect pairing of word and image to showcase a problem which creates social isolation and so much more.
Blessings
Shirley
reply by the author on 19-Oct-2022
 |
Wow!
Sad, but so often the case in all social situations in our modern world.
A perfect pairing of word and image to showcase a problem which creates social isolation and so much more.
Blessings
Shirley
Comment Written 19-Oct-2022
reply by the author on 19-Oct-2022
-
Thank you Shirley. It is a heart breaking situation that seems so prevalent in our young families today.
Melissa
Comment from LateBloomer
Hello Sugarray77, yes, children do feel isolated when their parents have more time for their cell phone than their children. People today are having a difficult time in just being/living in the moment and making small talk as well. Social graces seem to be a thing of the past. Looking at one's hand is more desired than looking at your loved one's face(s). Good 2-4-2 format. A timely poem. Well chosen photo. As this is a contest entry, I wish you good luck. LateBloomer
reply by the author on 17-Oct-2022
|
Hello Sugarray77, yes, children do feel isolated when their parents have more time for their cell phone than their children. People today are having a difficult time in just being/living in the moment and making small talk as well. Social graces seem to be a thing of the past. Looking at one's hand is more desired than looking at your loved one's face(s). Good 2-4-2 format. A timely poem. Well chosen photo. As this is a contest entry, I wish you good luck. LateBloomer
Comment Written 17-Oct-2022
reply by the author on 17-Oct-2022
-
Thank you for your wonderful review... such good insight and wisdom. I really appreciate your comments!!
Melissa
Comment from Rachelle Allen
I see this every day in SO many of my voice, flute and piano families' homes. And one time I gaped, while in Starbucks, when I saw an entire long table of teens sitting today, all texting away on their phones!
So, go you with this entry. You spoke volumes eight syllables.
reply by the author on 17-Oct-2022
|
I see this every day in SO many of my voice, flute and piano families' homes. And one time I gaped, while in Starbucks, when I saw an entire long table of teens sitting today, all texting away on their phones!
So, go you with this entry. You spoke volumes eight syllables.
Comment Written 17-Oct-2022
reply by the author on 17-Oct-2022
-
Thanks so much, Rachelle. It is a problem that has grieved my heart. I appreciate your comments!!
Melissa
-
Mine, too, Melissa. xo
Comment from Charles W. Johnson
In only four words, you've captured the mood and created a work of social commentary. The photo melds perfectly with your poem. Very nicely done. Good luck in the contest. I think you have a contender here.
reply by the author on 16-Oct-2022
|
In only four words, you've captured the mood and created a work of social commentary. The photo melds perfectly with your poem. Very nicely done. Good luck in the contest. I think you have a contender here.
Comment Written 16-Oct-2022
reply by the author on 16-Oct-2022
-
Thank you very much, Charles. I feel strongly that we need to remind folks to put down their phones and talk to their kids. :). Thanks again.
Melissa
Comment from Dolly'sPoems
My Grandchildren suffer from this as they have their head in their phones constantly. My relatives visited yesterday and they all sat on my sofa with their heads in their phones! Some visit! Ha ha ha, a fine write Melissa, love Dolly x
reply by the author on 16-Oct-2022
|
My Grandchildren suffer from this as they have their head in their phones constantly. My relatives visited yesterday and they all sat on my sofa with their heads in their phones! Some visit! Ha ha ha, a fine write Melissa, love Dolly x
Comment Written 16-Oct-2022
reply by the author on 16-Oct-2022
-
Thank you for understanding, Dolly. I appreciate your insightful comments. :)
Melissa
Comment from Paul McFarland
You have touched on a very important subject, Melissa. The cell phone has caused more harm than good. I yearn for the good old days. I have a cell phone, but I don't know how to use most of the features.
reply by the author on 16-Oct-2022
|
You have touched on a very important subject, Melissa. The cell phone has caused more harm than good. I yearn for the good old days. I have a cell phone, but I don't know how to use most of the features.
Comment Written 16-Oct-2022
reply by the author on 16-Oct-2022
-
Thank you for understanding, Paul. I appreciate your insightful comments. :)
Melissa
Comment from Tom Horonzy
Seems to meet the criteria but how can a reviewer write 150 characters about eight syllables. Silly in my opine. .......................................................................
reply by the author on 16-Oct-2022
|
Seems to meet the criteria but how can a reviewer write 150 characters about eight syllables. Silly in my opine. .......................................................................
Comment Written 16-Oct-2022
reply by the author on 16-Oct-2022
-
Hey Tom Thank you for a fun review!
Melissa
Comment from poetwatch
Everyone uses a cell phone, Melissa. It's like an extension of one's body and it is true that people are on the phone more than they should be. Adults cannot do without one and kids are glued to the screen playing. We are forgetting to talk face-to-face. This is a good entry for the 2-4-2 Poetry Contest. Thank you for sharing.
reply by the author on 16-Oct-2022
|
Everyone uses a cell phone, Melissa. It's like an extension of one's body and it is true that people are on the phone more than they should be. Adults cannot do without one and kids are glued to the screen playing. We are forgetting to talk face-to-face. This is a good entry for the 2-4-2 Poetry Contest. Thank you for sharing.
Comment Written 16-Oct-2022
reply by the author on 16-Oct-2022
-
Thank you for understanding, Jose. I appreciate your insightful comments. :)
Melissa
