Comment from Joy Graham

Excellent

Hi Craig,

It's always fascinating to learn about history in poems :) I've never heard of this fellow so I enjoyed reading your notes about him. Love your closing line, "I drink, therefore Khayyam."

Joy xx

 Comment Written 26-Mar-2018

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reply by the author on 26-Mar-2018

Thanks, Joy. He really did write some wonderful verse, although, of course, we only get to enjoy translations (unless you happen to speak Persian). Much appreciated - Craig

Comment from Pamusart

Excellent

This is a good entry
For the contest. The ending was brilliant. I checked all of your rhymes and they are perfect. Ten syllable lines. Iambic Pentameter. Good luck
I'm the contest. Thank you for sharing

 Comment Written 26-Mar-2018

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reply by the author on 26-Mar-2018

Thanks very much for the lovely comments, Pam, and the good wishes as well. Craig

Comment from Mustang Patty

Exceptional

LOL!
Wow, Craig; the last line was great. I am very familiar with good old Omar. I did a paper on him in high school. We were encouraged to write a paper about one of our other subjects for an essay in English. So, I chose Omar for his contributions to Algebra.

Thank you for sharing another lovely word and a GREAT poem,

~patty~

 Comment Written 26-Mar-2018

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reply by the author on 26-Mar-2018

Thank YOU for the lovely comments, Patty, and the wonderful rating. I appreciate the generosity :) Craig

Comment from Wetbelly01

Excellent

What a fine poem and tribute to old Omar!
It's got a fine flow and rhyme to it...
No 'glitches' along the way...
My compliments on this fine piece!

 Comment Written 26-Mar-2018

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reply by the author on 26-Mar-2018

Many thanks for the kind review, much appreciated! Craig

reply by Wetbelly01 on 26-Mar-2018

You're very welcome!

Comment from Debbie Pope

Exceptional

This is far and away my favorite post that I have read of yours. I learned so much while being entertained with every word. Not only did I learn about Omar Khayyam, but you threw in Descartes as well to rhyme with art. And I love iamb to rhyme with Khayyam. So clever. Thanks also for the wine motif. That made it so interesting.

 Comment Written 26-Mar-2018

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reply by the author on 26-Mar-2018

Any excuse to promote a lifestyle of indulgence! (I'm just kidding!) I'm glad you enjoyed poem - I enjoyed writing it, as I truly am a big fan.Many thanks for the wonderful comments and the generous rating, Debbie. Cheers - Craig

Comment from Dolly'sPoems

Excellent

Not heard of him! But your poet is a grea tribute to the man, your words are filled with how you feel and what he gave to the world of poetry and astronomy, love Dolly x

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 Comment Written 26-Mar-2018

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reply by the author on 26-Mar-2018

Thanks very much, Dolly. Much appreciated :) Craig

Comment from Alcreator Litt Dear

Excellent

This speaks an Ode to the great genius, wise poet and polymath Omar Khayyam, his thoughtful classic literature has made him immortal; well worded, well done; good luck with the contest. KEEP WRITING, INSPIRE CHANGING -DR ALCREATOR

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 Comment Written 26-Mar-2018

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reply by the author on 26-Mar-2018

Thanks for reviewing, much appreciated - Craig

Comment from tfawcus

Exceptional

Superb! I have a beautifully illustrated copy of the Rubaiyat at my bedside at the moment - and have been dipping into it for refreshment several times this week! Your final pun is brilliantly awful - worth six in its own right! I would write much more in praise of this fine poem of yours, but I have wine to bring up from the cellar and it needs to be poured in time for supper.

 Comment Written 26-Mar-2018

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reply by the author on 26-Mar-2018

Haha... well, coming from SA, I assume that would be a nice Grange Bin 95? 1955 vintage, perhaps? Thanks for the wonderful review, Tony. Much appreciated, Craig