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Viewing comments for Chapter 3 "Seven Shades of Inspiration"A collection of crowns of sonnets
62 total reviews
Comment from Cedar
This one definitely qualifies for the "Dictionary"
contest. Your rhyming is excellent and if it were
not for the definitions given in your notes, I
probably would not have read it. Good luck.
reply by the author on 24-Feb-2011
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This one definitely qualifies for the "Dictionary"
contest. Your rhyming is excellent and if it were
not for the definitions given in your notes, I
probably would not have read it. Good luck.
Comment Written 24-Feb-2011
reply by the author on 24-Feb-2011
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Thank you, Cedar! I'm so glad you enjoyed the read :-)
Mike
Comment from parabola
Now here is an absolute masterpiece if you don't mind me saying. I completely loved this piece, and that's the honest truth.
I also think your authors notes were great as well and I really wish you all the best in the contest.
Excellent piece!
~RJ
reply by the author on 24-Feb-2011
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Now here is an absolute masterpiece if you don't mind me saying. I completely loved this piece, and that's the honest truth.
I also think your authors notes were great as well and I really wish you all the best in the contest.
Excellent piece!
~RJ
Comment Written 24-Feb-2011
reply by the author on 24-Feb-2011
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I don't mind at all if you pay me an amazing compliment like that :-). Thank you so much for reading, and for sharing your thoughts with me.
Mike
Comment from sweetwoodjax
this is very well written with good form and good flow, a great job writing this dictionary time poem, i enjoyed reading it and wish you the best of luck in the contest
reply by the author on 24-Feb-2011
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this is very well written with good form and good flow, a great job writing this dictionary time poem, i enjoyed reading it and wish you the best of luck in the contest
Comment Written 24-Feb-2011
reply by the author on 24-Feb-2011
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Thank you, swj, for taking the time to read through my rather lengthy piece! I'm so glad you enjoyed it :-)
Mike
Comment from The Stranger
Well what do you say to that! You must have the patience of a saint and the vocabulary of a very wise person, coupled wit a vast knowledge of life and mythology to have put together such a splendid piece!
reply by the author on 24-Feb-2011
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Well what do you say to that! You must have the patience of a saint and the vocabulary of a very wise person, coupled wit a vast knowledge of life and mythology to have put together such a splendid piece!
Comment Written 23-Feb-2011
reply by the author on 24-Feb-2011
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Thank you :-). For me there is a strong link between poetry and philosophy, As poets we explore concepts, conundrums, and considerations on a daily basis. Inspiration itself is a subject well worthy of scrutiny, and that's what I hoped to evoke here. Thanks so much for your great comments.
Mike
Comment from RebelRose
Wow, one can certainly get an education reading a poem of this nature. Thanks for the helpful author's notes with definitions. This is very well done. Kudos.
reply by the author on 24-Feb-2011
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Wow, one can certainly get an education reading a poem of this nature. Thanks for the helpful author's notes with definitions. This is very well done. Kudos.
Comment Written 23-Feb-2011
reply by the author on 24-Feb-2011
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Thank you, Rose :-). This contest was a perfect opportunity to unleash some of my favourite words, and hopefully still make sense whilst doing so!
Mike
Comment from amada
A very nice tongue twister for me. I do appreciate the time and research in giving us this very delightful rhyming work. I truly enjoyed.
reply by the author on 24-Feb-2011
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A very nice tongue twister for me. I do appreciate the time and research in giving us this very delightful rhyming work. I truly enjoyed.
Comment Written 23-Feb-2011
reply by the author on 24-Feb-2011
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Thank you, amada! I love using unusual words and this was an ideal opportunity. I'm really glad you enjoyed it :-)
Mike
Comment from sgalletti
Why, oh why, do I not have a six to give you for this absolutely magnificent piece? I am extraordinarily impressed with your choice of words, your tackling the most difficult form of poetry I have ever tackled (Crown of Sonnets) and your insight about our love of words. This was genius writing, my friend! Hugs, Sue
reply by the author on 24-Feb-2011
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Why, oh why, do I not have a six to give you for this absolutely magnificent piece? I am extraordinarily impressed with your choice of words, your tackling the most difficult form of poetry I have ever tackled (Crown of Sonnets) and your insight about our love of words. This was genius writing, my friend! Hugs, Sue
Comment Written 23-Feb-2011
reply by the author on 24-Feb-2011
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Aww, thank you, Sue :-) You're partly responsible for this - after asking me if I'd post my response to your Blue Bird poem, I decided to expand on some of the ideas in it, and that was when I decided to have a stab at another crown.
I'm so happy you liked it!
Mike
Comment from Judy Swanson
Yikes, Had I even thought about attempting something like this, my muse would have ducked and run for cover - probably would have found her somewhere relaxing on a pillow, feet up, glass of wine in hand and wearing a glazed look.
Seriously - I really enjoyed this read. You took a few simple instructions and did a sevenfold level of enhancement, then added a few new rules of you own. Marvelous. The form, syllable count and meter are perfect. I love the use of line repetition to summarize one of the sonnets and begin the next. It all flowed very naturally.
Gems of inspiration - sometimes applauded, sometimes befuddled. I think every poet has a grasp on all of the emotions, celebrations and frustrations.
Now, about the words. Typically, I am irritated by a seemingly endless barrage of long words - apparently installed simply for their length. But here, I found the challenge entertaining. Do thank you, though, for including definitions in your author notes.
Enjoyable repartee.
Judy
reply by the author on 24-Feb-2011
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Yikes, Had I even thought about attempting something like this, my muse would have ducked and run for cover - probably would have found her somewhere relaxing on a pillow, feet up, glass of wine in hand and wearing a glazed look.
Seriously - I really enjoyed this read. You took a few simple instructions and did a sevenfold level of enhancement, then added a few new rules of you own. Marvelous. The form, syllable count and meter are perfect. I love the use of line repetition to summarize one of the sonnets and begin the next. It all flowed very naturally.
Gems of inspiration - sometimes applauded, sometimes befuddled. I think every poet has a grasp on all of the emotions, celebrations and frustrations.
Now, about the words. Typically, I am irritated by a seemingly endless barrage of long words - apparently installed simply for their length. But here, I found the challenge entertaining. Do thank you, though, for including definitions in your author notes.
Enjoyable repartee.
Judy
Comment Written 23-Feb-2011
reply by the author on 24-Feb-2011
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Thank you, Judy. Admittedly, I used the dictionary contest as an excuse to break out some properly obscure lengthy words, but I was determined to use them appropriately. I'm so glad you enjoyed my study of muse and inspiration - it was immensely interesting to write :-)
Mike
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Yes - I can imagine it was interesting to write, as well as challenging and fun. And the unique and interesting form with all of the words was what made it fun, challenging and interesting to read. That's a cool thing! Judy
Comment from c_lucas
My first impression upon reading this work, "DUH!" Thank God's for internet dictionaries. This is very well written with a smooth flow of words. Good luck in your contest.
reply by the author on 24-Feb-2011
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My first impression upon reading this work, "DUH!" Thank God's for internet dictionaries. This is very well written with a smooth flow of words. Good luck in your contest.
Comment Written 23-Feb-2011
reply by the author on 24-Feb-2011
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lol, thank you, my friend. I'm glad you were driven to finish, rather than put off, and very happy you enjoyed the read.
Mike
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You're welcome, Mike. Charlie
Comment from Alan K Pease
Your lexicon is as great or greater than several of poets of similar ilk on FanStory. As you say this must have been a wonderful way to express yourself in a manner that was a challenge. I really enjoyed the read.
reply by the author on 24-Feb-2011
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Your lexicon is as great or greater than several of poets of similar ilk on FanStory. As you say this must have been a wonderful way to express yourself in a manner that was a challenge. I really enjoyed the read.
Comment Written 23-Feb-2011
reply by the author on 24-Feb-2011
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Thank you, Alan. I think this is very much a poet's poem, but I'm okay with that. Thanks for the great compliment.
Mike