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The receptionist

A familiar story

10 total reviews 
Comment from artisart4u
Exceptional
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The picture reminds me of the woman who played in Drew Carey's
show "The Drew Show" and the words sound like her. She is so funny.
So, to me it sounds like a familiar story. Very well done. To me the familiarity is, the character of the receptionist.
Congratulations on you winning the contest and good luck with your
works.

 Comment Written 12-Jun-2019


reply by the author on 12-Jun-2019
    Thank you so much for the stars and the wonderful review. I am so glad you liked my poem. Jen.
Comment from Sandra du Plessis
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A very well-written dialogue poem with rhyming it is annoying when we are really sick and we are told there is no opening for a week and we must take a few disprins until there is an opening and if we are better we must make sure to cancel the appointment again.



 Comment Written 09-Jun-2019


reply by the author on 09-Jun-2019
    Many thanks Sandra
Comment from RodG
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This is a delightful dialog entry that introduces us to a doctor's receptionist we hope we never meet. I like how your narrator's bias is made perfectly clear throughout.
Amusing until one thinks he could be the patient calling.
Rod

 Comment Written 09-Jun-2019


reply by the author on 09-Jun-2019
    Many thanks Rod.
Comment from Dolly'sPoems
Exceptional
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He he he, I can identify with this write and unfortunately this is how it is today. I am shocked how long I have to wait to see the doctor, your write made me smile, love Dolly x

 Comment Written 09-Jun-2019


reply by the author on 09-Jun-2019
    Thank you so much Dolly for the review and the super 6*. Much appreciated. Have a nice day. Love Jen. X
Comment from Rachelle Allen
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Oh, man, can I ever identify with this! In fact, I bet EVERYONE will be able to!! SOOO funny! I love the way the sick person's description of the receptionist becomes harsher with each exchange between them!! That's EXACTLY how it goes when this happens. So perfectly done!!

And that picture?! Priceless.

Your did SUCH a great job with this. I love it! Good luck in the contest. xo

 Comment Written 07-Jun-2019


reply by the author on 08-Jun-2019
    I love your review Rachelle. Thank you so much.x
reply by Rachelle Allen on 08-Jun-2019
    You're so welcome. Your poem was the standout of the day yesterday! I'm serious. xo
Comment from Alcreator Litt Dear
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The job of receptionist is so realistically expressed; she goes busy and changes appointment and advice accordingly; well said, well done. Write to inspire, change -- DR ALCREATOR

 Comment Written 06-Jun-2019


reply by the author on 07-Jun-2019
    Many thanks
Comment from Debbie Pope
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Ain't it the truth. You appear to exaggerate the situation for the sake of humor, but actually your portrayal is spot on. That is often how I get treated when I try to make an appointment with the doctor. It's as though they are doing you a favor to see you. You start your poem very rationally, referring to the "receptionist." She then becomes an "old cow," and then the "horrid bitch from hell." That's funny. I hope you do well in the contest. You should.
Good job.

 Comment Written 06-Jun-2019


reply by the author on 07-Jun-2019
    Thanks for the great review Debbie.
Comment from victor 66
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What are those clinics they call now where you just walk in and hopefully are treated? Oh yes, urgent care. I'm curious, what's the difference between the emergency room and urgent care?. Concerning this harpy as a receptionist, I would definitely look for a new doctor. Or I talk to the doctor and tell him that you're going to discontinue his service because of the terrible lady. I hope this makes some sense. Best wishes.

 Comment Written 05-Jun-2019


reply by the author on 05-Jun-2019
    Many thanks
reply by victor 66 on 06-Jun-2019
reply by victor 66 on 06-Jun-2019
    Sorry, hit the wrong button, you are most welcome.
Comment from James W. Reynolds
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This is a humorous poem though it probably hits a little too close to home regarding our modern health care system. The rhythm is solid and the rhymes are fun. Nice work.

 Comment Written 05-Jun-2019


reply by the author on 05-Jun-2019
    Many thanks
reply by the author on 05-Jun-2019
    Many thanks
Comment from rspoet
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Ha, so true. An excellent poem in dialogue
that reads smoothly and accurately.
You're lucky it was only a week.
Sometimes it is a month around here.
Nicely rhymed in couplets (ab)
Well done
Good luck in the contest
Robert

 Comment Written 05-Jun-2019


reply by the author on 05-Jun-2019
    Many thanks Robert. So pleased you liked it.