A Potpourri of Poetic Curiosities
Viewing comments for Chapter 199 "The Manor House"A collection of poems showcasing unusual words
19 total reviews
Comment from pome lover
as always, good writing.
I was going to inquire about yellowplush, but you beat me to it. what a different word. It doesn't give a hint as to its meaning, does it?
But to the mansion, and grounds - I doubt all your animales (Spanish pronunciation, please) would leave much of the green and rolling lawn intact.
But it is a wonderful sonnet. Good luck in the contest.
Katharine - pome loer
reply by the author on 18-Jul-2018
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as always, good writing.
I was going to inquire about yellowplush, but you beat me to it. what a different word. It doesn't give a hint as to its meaning, does it?
But to the mansion, and grounds - I doubt all your animales (Spanish pronunciation, please) would leave much of the green and rolling lawn intact.
But it is a wonderful sonnet. Good luck in the contest.
Katharine - pome loer
Comment Written 18-Jul-2018
reply by the author on 18-Jul-2018
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Apparently, Thackeray invented the term in reference to the yellow velvet coats footmen used to wear. Thanks for the great review :) Craig
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aha! thanks for the explanation
Comment from Y. M. Roger
Wow! A sonnet this time, and what an enjoyable one at that - great job! Especially like the line of "no sign of a silver spoon"...can so relate! :) :)
And I have to say this is a completely new word for me -- I had never heard of it so, I had to look it up....and the only thing I can find is some satirical writings of Thackeray regarding British high society. :) So, given your definition is of a footman/waiter, I'm guessing it's more of a slang term used in British or Aussie society....? :) :) Can't help being curious.....it's the nerd in me! :) :) :)
Thanx again for sharing and good luck with this quite original entry into the contest!
reply by the author on 18-Jul-2018
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Wow! A sonnet this time, and what an enjoyable one at that - great job! Especially like the line of "no sign of a silver spoon"...can so relate! :) :)
And I have to say this is a completely new word for me -- I had never heard of it so, I had to look it up....and the only thing I can find is some satirical writings of Thackeray regarding British high society. :) So, given your definition is of a footman/waiter, I'm guessing it's more of a slang term used in British or Aussie society....? :) :) Can't help being curious.....it's the nerd in me! :) :) :)
Thanx again for sharing and good luck with this quite original entry into the contest!
Comment Written 18-Jul-2018
reply by the author on 18-Jul-2018
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Hi there :) Thackeray invented the term in reference to the yellow velvet coats footmen used to wear. It's not a term that's used at all in Aussie society, or British, so far as I know (although maybe they have picked it up). Many thanks for the kind review.
Comment from BeasPeas
Hi Craig. A very good poem about being satisfied with our place in life. Since most of us can't change circumstances anyway, we might as well be content with them. This is a well paced, flowing poem with great word choices and nice rhyme. Marilyn
reply by the author on 18-Jul-2018
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Hi Craig. A very good poem about being satisfied with our place in life. Since most of us can't change circumstances anyway, we might as well be content with them. This is a well paced, flowing poem with great word choices and nice rhyme. Marilyn
Comment Written 18-Jul-2018
reply by the author on 18-Jul-2018
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Many thanks for the lovely comments, Marilyn.
Comment from Jannypan (Jan)
Good job, Craig, on your sonnet contest entry. The presentation is great--love the color scheme, the picture is perfect, your well=thought out words, & your adherence to the style of sonnet. Your message is strong, too & easily identified by readers. Your word that this pome is based in fits in perfectly with your them, but you have brought the message to our society of today. Too many wish this & act like the world owes them everything. But it take to work to survive & still enjoy one's efforts. You re doing great with your poems from your book. Thanks for sharing & best wishes. Jan
reply by the author on 18-Jul-2018
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Good job, Craig, on your sonnet contest entry. The presentation is great--love the color scheme, the picture is perfect, your well=thought out words, & your adherence to the style of sonnet. Your message is strong, too & easily identified by readers. Your word that this pome is based in fits in perfectly with your them, but you have brought the message to our society of today. Too many wish this & act like the world owes them everything. But it take to work to survive & still enjoy one's efforts. You re doing great with your poems from your book. Thanks for sharing & best wishes. Jan
Comment Written 18-Jul-2018
reply by the author on 18-Jul-2018
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Thanks very much for the lovely comments, Jan. They are much appreciated - Craig
Comment from Sandra du Plessis
A very well-written sonnet about the beautiful mansion on the hill, we always dream about. It is not always the same on the inside as we see from the outside.
reply by the author on 18-Jul-2018
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A very well-written sonnet about the beautiful mansion on the hill, we always dream about. It is not always the same on the inside as we see from the outside.
Comment Written 18-Jul-2018
reply by the author on 18-Jul-2018
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Very true, Sandra - imagine the cleaning! Cheers, Craig
Comment from Robbie Yates
Excellent poem - the third stanza had me grinning like a fool, especially the line, "and any cash I get come Monday morn / is well and truly gone by Tuesday noon."
I'm planning to enter this contest myself, so I'm a bit bitter that you've set the bar so very high!!
Well done, my friend.
reply by the author on 18-Jul-2018
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Excellent poem - the third stanza had me grinning like a fool, especially the line, "and any cash I get come Monday morn / is well and truly gone by Tuesday noon."
I'm planning to enter this contest myself, so I'm a bit bitter that you've set the bar so very high!!
Well done, my friend.
Comment Written 18-Jul-2018
reply by the author on 18-Jul-2018
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No need to get all narky with me - I'm sure if you look around there's plenty of entries that will ensure mine doesn't even come into consideration :) Basically, I had to do my daily poem, it came out a sonnet, and there was a sonnet contest open - so, in she goes! Still, thanks for the lovely comments. I'll look forward to seeing your entry!
Cheers,
Craig
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Yeah. I mean, I'm 99% sure I won't get a look in either, but a man can hope, right? Right??!
:)
Comment from tfawcus
Having spent a fair bit of time in the last week trudging around English country houses and their magnificent gardens, I've come to much the same conclusion. Better to look at than to live in. I'll be glad enough to be back home by the end of the month. I liked your sonnet and thought it deserved six stars. Well written in all respects.
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reply by the author on 18-Jul-2018
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Having spent a fair bit of time in the last week trudging around English country houses and their magnificent gardens, I've come to much the same conclusion. Better to look at than to live in. I'll be glad enough to be back home by the end of the month. I liked your sonnet and thought it deserved six stars. Well written in all respects.
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Comment Written 18-Jul-2018
reply by the author on 18-Jul-2018
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I've been to England just twice, but I'd dearly love to go back one more time - especially since my other half was born there. I think I'd want to spend a fair bit of time doing what you have been doing. Even so, I'm sure, as always, I would breathe a sigh of relief when I looked out the window and saw the familiar sight of Mascot. Thanks so much for the kind words, Tony. Craig
Comment from Gloria ....
Oh my land, Craig! What are you trying to do? Can you imagine cleaning that place, way too many rooms, but then of course you yellowplush and I ain't even gonna talk about the Aussie way of saying Bawn, cause I know you say it that way. There's plenty of Aussies around here and I've heard them say it.
A superb sonnet and the whimsy is fun. Who'd want to be born with a silver spoon in their mouth anyway? I think that might be a tad inconvenient.
That said, a top notch sonnet and I wish you great luck in the contest.
Gloria
reply by the author on 18-Jul-2018
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Oh my land, Craig! What are you trying to do? Can you imagine cleaning that place, way too many rooms, but then of course you yellowplush and I ain't even gonna talk about the Aussie way of saying Bawn, cause I know you say it that way. There's plenty of Aussies around here and I've heard them say it.
A superb sonnet and the whimsy is fun. Who'd want to be born with a silver spoon in their mouth anyway? I think that might be a tad inconvenient.
That said, a top notch sonnet and I wish you great luck in the contest.
Gloria
Comment Written 18-Jul-2018
reply by the author on 18-Jul-2018
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Gloria,
I know one day your lot will get on board with the rest of the Empire (oops, Commonwealth - THAT'S bound to kick off some conspiracy theories), and start pronouncing your words the way the Queen decrees, instead of like those southern neighbours of yours ;-)
So you have quite a few ex-pat Aussies around your neck of the woods? I'm so sorry lol
Thanks for the fun review, delightful rating and lovely comments :)
Cheers,
Craig
Comment from Cindy McIntyre
I love this. Even though it's a sonnet, it reads a bit at times like a fun-loving limerick. What a clever topic and a great way to address the topic of wealth, which could be a blessing or curse! Well-done. I enjoyed.
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reply by the author on 18-Jul-2018
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I love this. Even though it's a sonnet, it reads a bit at times like a fun-loving limerick. What a clever topic and a great way to address the topic of wealth, which could be a blessing or curse! Well-done. I enjoyed.
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Comment Written 18-Jul-2018
reply by the author on 18-Jul-2018
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Thanks very much, Cindy. It was meant to contain a bit of humour, so I'm glad to hear that came through. Most grateful, Craig