Precious Gems: An Anthology
Viewing comments for Chapter 4 "Raven Sojourn"A Rhyming Collection of Treasured Works
22 total reviews
Comment from Zakarism
The poet has mystically empowered the black bird. He has branded the bird an epitome of beauty and messenger of Satan, symbolic of death.
It is true, poets are always in serene dialogue with death, but it is sad enough to submit to what he had hitherto abhorred, dieing with the devil. It is philosophical tragedy.
reply by the author on 17-Feb-2014
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The poet has mystically empowered the black bird. He has branded the bird an epitome of beauty and messenger of Satan, symbolic of death.
It is true, poets are always in serene dialogue with death, but it is sad enough to submit to what he had hitherto abhorred, dieing with the devil. It is philosophical tragedy.
Comment Written 12-May-2013
reply by the author on 17-Feb-2014
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And thanks again!
Comment from Fish
The raven flew from the ark. I can't recall whether
it returned or not. I'd better look it up in my
Ultimate Bible Truth Or Dare Quiz Handbook
For The Wannabe Saint... one cool thing that
ravens do is mate for life and they also do
great somersault feats in the sky. And, best
of all, they know how to find any food you
may have left unattended in your pickup truck.
Excellent verse. Yours, Fish
reply by the author on 19-Jun-2008
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The raven flew from the ark. I can't recall whether
it returned or not. I'd better look it up in my
Ultimate Bible Truth Or Dare Quiz Handbook
For The Wannabe Saint... one cool thing that
ravens do is mate for life and they also do
great somersault feats in the sky. And, best
of all, they know how to find any food you
may have left unattended in your pickup truck.
Excellent verse. Yours, Fish
Comment Written 18-Jun-2008
reply by the author on 19-Jun-2008
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My dear Mr Fish
Well, thank you for that bit of Encylopedia Brittanic information about the majestic Raven my Fishy-friend! I didn't know they mated for life, so that's really interesting to find out. As to the nicking of food left in the pickup truck (or ute as we call 'em in Oz), I'll bear that in mind next time I borrow hubby's ute..
Excellent review! And thank you so much...your friend, 'pacalady xoxoxoxoxoxo
Comment from dportwood
alpacalady,
I keep finding your writings. You are a good and prolific poet. I became intimately acquainted with the raven while spending a winter in Alaska. You have described them well and their dark sojourn probably solidifies the fact that they are scavengers. As usual your quatrain format has an enjoyable rhyming pattern making it flow well.
dportwood
reply by the author on 18-Jun-2008
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alpacalady,
I keep finding your writings. You are a good and prolific poet. I became intimately acquainted with the raven while spending a winter in Alaska. You have described them well and their dark sojourn probably solidifies the fact that they are scavengers. As usual your quatrain format has an enjoyable rhyming pattern making it flow well.
dportwood
Comment Written 18-Jun-2008
reply by the author on 18-Jun-2008
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Thanks so much dportwood. What wonderful comments, and great thoughtfulness you've shown to my humble offering. Even as scavengers, they are totally stunningly beautiful birds, and the two I saw the other day sort of inspired this little write. I thank you once again for a wonderful review xoxoxoxo
Comment from starman
Ah, delivering messages about changes coming in a person's life... I had a dream of driving along and suddenly a mass of crows crashed into the windscreen and carpeted the road in front of me. Yes, crows are indeed purveyors of mystical entreat.
Superb. Loved it
:)s
reply by the author on 17-Jun-2008
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Ah, delivering messages about changes coming in a person's life... I had a dream of driving along and suddenly a mass of crows crashed into the windscreen and carpeted the road in front of me. Yes, crows are indeed purveyors of mystical entreat.
Superb. Loved it
:)s
Comment Written 17-Jun-2008
reply by the author on 17-Jun-2008
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They sure are. I think their purpose is a bit tangled in different myths, and dependent on which country you live in. But they are the most stunning, beautiful birds. Thank you so much for another excellent review starman! xoxoxoxo
Comment from carolm5415
We have both ravens and their smaller cousins crows here in Saskatchewan. The crows depart in the winter for warmer climes but the ravens stay on. They are truly magnificent birds and do their job of cleaning up the environment. This is an outstanding ode to these beautiful birds.
reply by the author on 17-Jun-2008
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We have both ravens and their smaller cousins crows here in Saskatchewan. The crows depart in the winter for warmer climes but the ravens stay on. They are truly magnificent birds and do their job of cleaning up the environment. This is an outstanding ode to these beautiful birds.
Comment Written 17-Jun-2008
reply by the author on 17-Jun-2008
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Thank you so very much Carol. It's good to hear about the good these birds do. I know my poem touts their "evil", but just the same, appearances aren't always reliable. I appreciate your review and commens very much xoxoxoxo
Comment from Kingsland
this to me is likened to Edgar Allan Poe
this has his flavorings of poetic sounds within it phrases
this is just an outstanding piece of poetic brilliance
that is why I am giving this a six star review
for when you can follow in the masters footsteps
then you are coming into mastering this art form yourself... John
reply by the author on 17-Jun-2008
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this to me is likened to Edgar Allan Poe
this has his flavorings of poetic sounds within it phrases
this is just an outstanding piece of poetic brilliance
that is why I am giving this a six star review
for when you can follow in the masters footsteps
then you are coming into mastering this art form yourself... John
Comment Written 17-Jun-2008
reply by the author on 17-Jun-2008
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I've replied in pm, but again, thank you so very much Kingsland. Your comments are appreciated more than you can know. Bless you my friend xoxoxoxo
Comment from heyjude
Alpacalady,
This is rather poe like with it's thoughts about the raven. Yes,
their color lends itself well to your poem and thoughts. I like Enthralled your by ebony luminescence Enamoured of other-worldly essence.
reply by the author on 17-Jun-2008
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Alpacalady,
This is rather poe like with it's thoughts about the raven. Yes,
their color lends itself well to your poem and thoughts. I like Enthralled your by ebony luminescence Enamoured of other-worldly essence.
Comment Written 17-Jun-2008
reply by the author on 17-Jun-2008
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thank you so very much heyjude! You're not the first to liken this to Poe, and I tell you, I take this as very high praise indeed. While I've not read much of him, I have read some, and have always appreciated his style of poetry. So as said before, to be likened to him in any way, is very high praise for a lady of humble means...Bless you for this review xoxoxoxo
Comment from BarnCat
Paca! I loved this one. The raven is also my favorite bird for the same reasons. Oh, yeah -- the meat of the review: Fabulous images are created by the tone you set. Each carefully chosen word in the third stanza beat in my heart. Very well done (again!) DBL
reply by the author on 17-Jun-2008
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Paca! I loved this one. The raven is also my favorite bird for the same reasons. Oh, yeah -- the meat of the review: Fabulous images are created by the tone you set. Each carefully chosen word in the third stanza beat in my heart. Very well done (again!) DBL
Comment Written 17-Jun-2008
reply by the author on 17-Jun-2008
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Thank you BarnCat (again!)!! So glad am I you liked this one. They sure are stunning looking birds, eh? But you see, I'm a sucker for anything living that is black...
Thanks again for a great review! xoxoxoxoxo
Comment from Twomoon
Alpacalady, this is just very beautiful, the mystic touch that your words embraced did the raven justice..I too love the raven, for the mystery, beauty, and it's purpose is amazing, and you captured it with this lovely poetry that seemed to fly with ease with the raven as your wings..very nice..much love twomoon
reply by the author on 16-Jun-2008
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Alpacalady, this is just very beautiful, the mystic touch that your words embraced did the raven justice..I too love the raven, for the mystery, beauty, and it's purpose is amazing, and you captured it with this lovely poetry that seemed to fly with ease with the raven as your wings..very nice..much love twomoon
Comment Written 16-Jun-2008
reply by the author on 16-Jun-2008
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Thanks for your beautiful words Twomoon; your review is a piece of poetry on its own I think! I do appreciate comments like this; it makes my day, possibly more than the amount of stars. So thank you, lovely lady, for such an excellent review xoxoxoxo
Comment from Mischief's Momma
I love this poem!
Your words are so well put together, this flows beautifully with no typos. It carries your reader along, upwards and swooping around like your subject. They are daunting, satanic looking birds aren't they? So impressive though:)
Well done!
MM
reply by the author on 16-Jun-2008
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I love this poem!
Your words are so well put together, this flows beautifully with no typos. It carries your reader along, upwards and swooping around like your subject. They are daunting, satanic looking birds aren't they? So impressive though:)
Well done!
MM
Comment Written 16-Jun-2008
reply by the author on 16-Jun-2008
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Thank you so very much MM! I feel greatly encouraged by your words...
I agree with what you say (well obviously I spose, considering I wrote th epoem!!??)
, but they are such majestic, stunning looking birds, especially when they're as big as the two I saw on the weekend. It was those swirling pools of colour on their jet-black wings that inspired this little mind of mind....
Thank you again for a wonderful and encouraging review ! xoxoxoxox