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Cozy Comfort

Haiku club-humanity

23 total reviews 
Comment from Gloria ....
Exceptional
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This is a fine contribution to the haiku club, Joan. The photograph looks very cozy and of course a good book and something warm to drink always enhances the moment.

Much enjoyed.

Gloria

 Comment Written 28-Jan-2023


reply by the author on 29-Jan-2023
    Thanks, Gloria, for your kind comment and the wonderful 6-star rating. I am honored.
    Joan
Comment from Thesis
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As the father of a daughter who is a poet, accomplished writer and has an Masters in Literature who read over 150 books last year, I can relate to this being true. She too prepares hot cocoa (sometimes opens a good bottle of wine) and retreats with her dog to escape the pressures of the world by immersing herself into a good book.

Good job describing this cozy comfort.

 Comment Written 28-Jan-2023


reply by the author on 29-Jan-2023
    Thanks, Thesis for your time and comments. I try to read at least 2 book a month.
    Joan
Comment from Pam (respa)
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-Nice image, Joan.
-The syllable count is good, along with the topic.
-Effective imagery with "a good book and cocoa."
-A good satori line with alliteration and
a positive message about the world being better.
-You also create a calm and peaceful mood.
-Well done.

 Comment Written 28-Jan-2023


reply by the author on 29-Jan-2023
    Thanks for your short, but thorough, review, Jan.
    Joan
reply by Pam (respa) on 29-Jan-2023
    You are welcome, Joan.
Comment from Mrs. KT
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Cozy, indeed, Joan...
A fine winter haiku, and one whose message resonates with me as I sit by a laughing fire as I read and review - all the while sipping on tea!

Thank you for sharing!
diane

 Comment Written 28-Jan-2023


reply by the author on 29-Jan-2023
    Thanks for the review, Diane. I appreciate it.
    I go to the library every Sunday to write. In the winter there is a fire in their gas fireplace near the back of the library surrounded by seats where I choose to write.
    Joan
Comment from harmony13
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The author's words are inviting, descriptive and comforting. I liked the
second line as I thought about a warm fire, a good book and cocoa as the
author states. The poem flows and connects well. I found the artwork perfect as it compliments both the words and theme of this poem.

 Comment Written 28-Jan-2023


reply by the author on 29-Jan-2023
    Thanks for taking the time to read and review my poem. Glad you enjoyed it.
    Joan
Comment from Karyn2
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Great words here and I truly agree. So many problems fade when snuggled up with a book like a good friend and liquid sweet warm chocolate! A well crafted Haiku that satisfies!

 Comment Written 28-Jan-2023


reply by the author on 29-Jan-2023
    Thanks for the positive remarks and high rating, Karyn. Happy you enjoyed it.
    Joan
Comment from mermaids
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Oh I love the image in your words. Nothing more comforting that cocoa and a good book to make one feel cozy and feel better. Excellent little poem that reminds the reader what to do when feeling bad. Excellent use of words.

 Comment Written 28-Jan-2023


reply by the author on 29-Jan-2023
    Thanks, Elaine, for reading and review this poem. I am glad you like it and appreciate the rating.
    Joan
Comment from Ginda Simpson
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As I read your sensitive and heartfelt haiku, I want to make a cup of hot cocoa (maybe marshmallows too). I think I will do just that! Thanks for the inspiration.

 Comment Written 28-Jan-2023


reply by the author on 29-Jan-2023
    Glad I inspired you. Marshmallows makes the hot chocolate.
    Thanks for reading and reviewing. Ginda.
    Joan
Comment from Father Flaps
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An excellent job with this poem for the "Humanity Winter Haiku" event in the Haiku Club, Joan. The picture compliments the poem very well indeed.
I like all the p's in your first line, "problems disappear". Also the strong "k" sounds with "book and cocoa". And there's good alliteration, as well, with "world's warmth". Sometimes, "all you need is love", but other times, all you need is "a good book and cocoa"!
Nicely penned for a cold winter day.
Hugs,
Kimbob

 Comment Written 25-Jan-2023


reply by the author on 25-Jan-2023
    Hey Kimbob,
    Thanks for the nice review and all the stars.
    Joan
Comment from Gypsy Blue Rose
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Joan, excellent entry for the haiku club event. The syllables count is a bit off. The connection between lines is good.

problems disappear 5
>>> with a good book and hot co/coa- 8<<<
world's warmth realized 5

 Comment Written 22-Jan-2023


reply by the author on 22-Jan-2023
    Thanks, MariVal, for the review. I will remove the word hot because cocoa is understood to be hot.
    Joan
reply by Gypsy Blue Rose on 23-Jan-2023
    That's a good idea. :)