Sunset
a 15-syllable contest entry21 total reviews
Comment from Dick Waters
Rod,
Looking through your posts, it is hard to find something that isn't always regarded as perfect.
In this case, a beautiful picture with nice sentiments.
Dick
reply by the author on 28-Jun-2020
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Rod,
Looking through your posts, it is hard to find something that isn't always regarded as perfect.
In this case, a beautiful picture with nice sentiments.
Dick
Comment Written 28-Jun-2020
reply by the author on 28-Jun-2020
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Thank you, Dick. This is one of my favorite haikus. Thank you very much for discovering it and your kind praise. Rod
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My pleasure...
Comment from Cindy Decker
Beautiful poem, Rod, using just 15 syllables. The photo you chose illuminates the poem. I'm not sure why your novels are unpublished, but I hope you pursue your writing dreams. I'm just a novice writer, but I want to keep trying until I realize my writing dreams. I am 62, but I keep thinking of Grandma Moses...lol. and how she started painting in her 80's. Good like with your dreams.
reply by the author on 27-Mar-2020
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Beautiful poem, Rod, using just 15 syllables. The photo you chose illuminates the poem. I'm not sure why your novels are unpublished, but I hope you pursue your writing dreams. I'm just a novice writer, but I want to keep trying until I realize my writing dreams. I am 62, but I keep thinking of Grandma Moses...lol. and how she started painting in her 80's. Good like with your dreams.
Comment Written 27-Mar-2020
reply by the author on 27-Mar-2020
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Many thanks for your kind praise of this short poem, Cindy. I used to teach Creative Writing to adults and many in my classes were in their 60s just learning how to write poetry. I had fun SHOWING them how to write different kinds of poems. I usually began with the HAIKU so they would think metaphorically and conjure original images. Then I taught them how to write metered poetry with rhyme. I urged them--and you--to READ a lot of poetry. There are sites on the Internet that have the POEM OF THE DAY. Good luck. Rod
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Thank you, Rod. P.S. I also love the lightheartedness of the limerick. I don?t see much of its genre on fanstory. Have a nice weekend.
Comment from LisaMay
Life and death, endings and beginnings - it is still a beautiful world, especially in sunsets and sunrises. Your poem alludes to this and is a worthy winner of the contest. Congratulations!
reply by the author on 26-Mar-2020
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Life and death, endings and beginnings - it is still a beautiful world, especially in sunsets and sunrises. Your poem alludes to this and is a worthy winner of the contest. Congratulations!
Comment Written 26-Mar-2020
reply by the author on 26-Mar-2020
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Many thanks for your kind praise, Lisa. Indeed, even though we are in lock-down where I live, I can still enjoy sunsets. Rod
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We're in lockdown here in NZ also. My favourite spot at home is at the table in the bay window where I can observe the neighbourhood and the hill opposite, over which the sun sets.
Stay safe, be well.
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I will and you take care, too. Rod
Comment from Jeffrey L. Michaux
I really like this. It's really beautiful, clever, and very well thought out. I love the beautiful accompanying artwork. It compliments your work well. Thanks for sharing this well written work. Well done!
reply by the author on 27-Mar-2020
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I really like this. It's really beautiful, clever, and very well thought out. I love the beautiful accompanying artwork. It compliments your work well. Thanks for sharing this well written work. Well done!
Comment Written 26-Mar-2020
reply by the author on 27-Mar-2020
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Hi, Jeffrey. I truly enjoyed writing this very short poem and I am delighted you like it. Yes, the artwork inspired the poem. Rod
Comment from Y. M. Roger
Aaaah, but you get to rejoice again in the morning! ;) :) A great offering for the contest that give the smile we all need right now! ;) Best of luck at the polls! ;)
reply by the author on 27-Mar-2020
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Aaaah, but you get to rejoice again in the morning! ;) :) A great offering for the contest that give the smile we all need right now! ;) Best of luck at the polls! ;)
Comment Written 26-Mar-2020
reply by the author on 27-Mar-2020
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I am so pleased I could make you smile with this short poem, Yvette. Thank you so much for sharing. Rod
Comment from zanya
Beautiful sunsets never fail to capture our hearts and minds - they seem to be especially beautiful at this critical time in our world !! short format poems have a way of sending out the right message - lovely pic
reply by the author on 27-Mar-2020
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Beautiful sunsets never fail to capture our hearts and minds - they seem to be especially beautiful at this critical time in our world !! short format poems have a way of sending out the right message - lovely pic
Comment Written 26-Mar-2020
reply by the author on 27-Mar-2020
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I am delighted you enjoyed this short poem, zanya. And wherever you are locked in (like me), I hope you are able to enjoy the sunset. Rod
Comment from Dolly'sPoems
There is nothing like a sunset to quell our fears and give us a sense of peace and tranquillity, you brought both those feelings in your words here, much enjoyed, love Dolly x
reply by the author on 27-Mar-2020
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There is nothing like a sunset to quell our fears and give us a sense of peace and tranquillity, you brought both those feelings in your words here, much enjoyed, love Dolly x
Comment Written 26-Mar-2020
reply by the author on 27-Mar-2020
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Yes, indeed sunsets bring peace into this troubled world. Though I am locked in like so many others, I am able to look out my windows and enjoy the end of each day. Thank you for sharing. Rod
Comment from thaities, Rebecca V.
This is a lovely poem with the perfect picture to put your words into a visual. When you look at a sunset, you are looking at God's handiwork.
reply by the author on 27-Mar-2020
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This is a lovely poem with the perfect picture to put your words into a visual. When you look at a sunset, you are looking at God's handiwork.
Comment Written 26-Mar-2020
reply by the author on 27-Mar-2020
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Yes, indeed, sunsets are God's handiwork and though I am currently in lock-down, I can still enjoy them. Many thanks for your kind praise. Rod
Comment from Minglement
Ahhhh. I so relate to the beauty of the simple entry for the 15 syllable writing prompt. It speaks thoughts I feel, but couldn't have expressed in so few words. Well done. Good luck in the contest.
reply by the author on 27-Mar-2020
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Ahhhh. I so relate to the beauty of the simple entry for the 15 syllable writing prompt. It speaks thoughts I feel, but couldn't have expressed in so few words. Well done. Good luck in the contest.
Comment Written 26-Mar-2020
reply by the author on 27-Mar-2020
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I am so pleased you could relate to my short poem. Thank you for your kind praise. Rod
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You are most welcome, Rod. Beautifully done ;)
Comment from Gypsy Blue Rose
Hello my friend
Sunset is a beautiful poem and an awesome presentation. I love it. I think you will do well in the contest. Good syllable count. Good luck.
Gypsy ð???
reply by the author on 25-Mar-2020
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Hello my friend
Sunset is a beautiful poem and an awesome presentation. I love it. I think you will do well in the contest. Good syllable count. Good luck.
Gypsy ð???
Comment Written 25-Mar-2020
reply by the author on 25-Mar-2020
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Thank you so much, Gypsy, for your encouraging review of SUNSET.
