Comment from Ulla

Excellent

Hi Bill, so very true your wonderful words in this well written tanka. 'Dawn begins eternity' A wonderful line and statement. I loved the photo of you both. Good luck in the contest. All the best. Ulla:))

 Comment Written 30-Jun-2018

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reply by the author on 30-Jun-2018

Thank you, Ulla

Comment from duchessofdrumborg

Excellent

"Morning and Days End", is short, succinct and to the point. Every line of this talented poet's work is woven with the golden threads of truth. It was a pleasure to both read and review a work of this standard.

 Comment Written 30-Jun-2018

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reply by the author on 30-Jun-2018

Thank you, Duchess, for the excellent review. Bill

Comment from Spitfire

Excellent

I like the comparison of a single day to a lifetime.
Brief darkness- a fine way to say 'death'.
The last line reaffirms our belief in God and heaven.
Nice use of the plosives 'd' and 'b'.

 Comment Written 29-Jun-2018

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reply by the author on 30-Jun-2018

Thank you, Shari, for the great review. Bill

Comment from Chrissy710

Excellent

Hi Bill yes a good Tanka with an excellent pivot point reminding us of our all too brief existence on earth Well said. Cute photo looks like a 'selfie' Very serious LOL cheers and good luck in the contest Christine

 Comment Written 29-Jun-2018

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reply by the author on 29-Jun-2018

Thanks, Christine

Comment from meeshu

Excellent

a very good tank and a great entry into the contest. a personal and heartfelt write with a great "hinge" line. excellent in its form, Bill.........meeshu

 Comment Written 29-Jun-2018

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reply by the author on 29-Jun-2018

Thanks, meeshu for the great review. Bill

Comment from karenina

Excellent

If there were separate stars for cuteness, Liam would receive one million! (Love the name as well!)----Few things in life are as gratifying as being a grandparent...to live long enough to see the fruits of our children and to wrap them in love...

Karenina

 Comment Written 29-Jun-2018

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reply by the author on 29-Jun-2018

Thanks, karenina, for the great review. Bill

Comment from brenda faye curtis

Exceptional

This poem is truly exceptional, no, it's really deep! I have no doubt this beautiful little guy inspires you all the time, and it's definitely a good thing. I'm sure you'll do well in the contest, Bill.

 Comment Written 29-Jun-2018

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reply by the author on 29-Jun-2018

Thanks, Brenda, for the terrific review. Bill

reply by brenda faye curtis on 30-Jun-2018

You're welcome, Bill.

Comment from Sandra du Plessis

Excellent

A very well-written Tanka. We can call ourselves very lucky when we can see our grandchildren often. They are growing so fast, before we know they are grown and have children of their own.

 Comment Written 29-Jun-2018

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reply by the author on 29-Jun-2018

Thanks, Sandra, for the great revie2. Bill

Comment from Hitcher

Excellent

Liam is the morning, new, fresh and alive, so that must make you... days end : ) tired, and ready for bed with the promise of eternity Just around the corner, ha ha.
It is a Great little tanka mate, well constructed, thought provoking and enjoyable to read. Good luck!!

 Comment Written 29-Jun-2018

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reply by the author on 29-Jun-2018

Thanks, Hatcher, for the great review. Bill

Comment from Reginald Drake

Excellent

This is a great piece and very well written. I like the comparison between morning/days end(night) and child/adult as well as the ending line "dawn begins eternity". The eternal cycle of day to night is similar to the cycle of birth and the progression from child to man. Thank you for sharing this and good luck in the contest

 Comment Written 29-Jun-2018

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reply by the author on 29-Jun-2018

Thanks, Reginald, for the great review. Bill