Comment from MizKat

Excellent

Hi Poet,

You have written a nice poem for the word Jump. I never would have thought about anything like you've written. I'm old and want to keep my feet on the floor. LOL

Kat

 Comment Written 12-Jul-2014

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reply by the author on 12-Jul-2014

Ha ha, well, MizKat, I ain't exactly no spring chicken myself. But, I do like challenges and taking well educated risks once in a while.

Thanks again for your wonderful review!

Comment from Cajungirl

Excellent

Very well done, excellent poem. Life is worth living. Living is worth taking the chance. Success and happiness will only come to those to dare to soar. Best of luck in the contest.

 Comment Written 12-Jul-2014

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reply by the author on 12-Jul-2014

Thanks a bunch, Cajungirl. I'm really glad the poem made a connection with you. I really appreciate you reviewing it for me, and sharing your thoughts about it with me. As for the contest, well...if people actually show up to vote for once, we'll see what happens.

Thanks so much again!

reply by Cajungirl on 13-Jul-2014

You are welcome. I will remember to vote. :}

Comment from Dawn Munro

Excellent

'Faint heart ne'er won fair lady.' 'Fortune favors the bold.' << these are the clichés that come to mind as I read this stellar piece, and it moves me deeply - if I had a six left this week, this poem could be properly rated - as it is, the author will have to settle for my word, that this is exceptional, in my opinion!!! Everything about it is masterful (inspirational) poetry.
*************************************!!!!JUMP!

 Comment Written 12-Jul-2014

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reply by the author on 12-Jul-2014

Thanks, Dawn, and the fact that you enjoyed reading it is reward enough for me, my friend.

Have yourself a wonderful weekend!

Comment from TOMORAL

Excellent

This is certainly creative and inspirational. You posed the perfect picture with the perfect poem. Good luck in the contest. This seems like a winner to me.

 Comment Written 12-Jul-2014

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reply by the author on 12-Jul-2014

Thank you very much, TOMORAL. I really appreciate that. As for being the winner, I can only cross my fingers and hope for the best, hope that people actually show up to vote. So many don't here on FS for some strange reason.

Thanks again for your kind comments and words of encouragement.

Comment from barbara.wilkey

Excellent

I really enjoyed your interpretation of the writing prompt. I think this contest entry is words to live by. If you don't jump, you don't have a chance. Good luck

 Comment Written 12-Jul-2014

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reply by the author on 12-Jul-2014

Thanks so much, Barbara, I sincerely appreciate that. Have yourself a wonderful afternoon, my friend.

Comment from judiverse

Exceptional

This is beautiful work, and I'm going with a six. The presentation is excellent with the use of your key words and the points you make about each. Excellent rhyme for each stanza. You have the required "jump" and also bring in other key words fly, reach, and live. The last stanza is an excellent wrap-up for your four key points. Very inspirational write. judi

 Comment Written 12-Jul-2014

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reply by the author on 12-Jul-2014

Thanks so much for your kind review and six stars, judiverse, I sincerely appreciate it. I had reservations initially about the repetition in this, but I thought I'd go with my gut instincts this time and see what happened. Based on your review, I'm very glad that I did!

Thanks again!

reply by judiverse on 12-Jul-2014

You're welcome. I thought the repetition worked well for you, and best of luck with this. judi

Comment from Nosha17

Excellent

I guess, ambition is the key word, which may involve taking risks. I liked the feel good atmosphere to your poem. Very uplifting. Well chosen words and rhymes to convey your message. Super pic, good luck in the contest. Faye

 Comment Written 12-Jul-2014

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reply by the author on 12-Jul-2014

Thank you very much, Faye. I really appreciate your insight and review.

Comment from royowen

Excellent

A good entry in this " jump " contest! You've broken up this poem up very well, it's a nice rational progression that you've devised here, well written, nicely composed, good luck, blessings, Roy.

 Comment Written 12-Jul-2014

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reply by the author on 12-Jul-2014

Thank you Roy, my friend. I'm so glad you enjoyed reading it, and I thank you for your encouraging review.

Comment from Selina Stambi

Excellent

Fabulous piece!

My goodness, my spirits rose higher and higher with each progressive stanza.

Quasars ... great word!

Not your usual stuff, friend.

Best wishes. I think you have (another) winner here!

Sonali :)

 Comment Written 11-Jul-2014

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reply by the author on 12-Jul-2014

Hah, no, not my usual at all, Reach. I'm really trying to "reach out", LOL.

I'm very happy to see that you enjoyed this, my dear friend. Thanks so much for your kind comments.

Comment from RYME4U

Excellent

Wow, you were very creative writing this poem. It is well put together and easy to understand. The rhyming is good and the repetition of the words makes the meaning stand out. Great job!

 Comment Written 11-Jul-2014

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reply by the author on 12-Jul-2014

Thanks, RHYME4U, I did try to keep it simple and easy to comprehend. I'm very happy to know that you enjoyed it.