Writings From the Heart
Viewing comments for Chapter 7 "Cowboy Up"A book of Poetry & Writing
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Comment from closetpoetjester
Wow what a great ode to the reference Cowboy Up! Over here in Australia at the country B&S Balls they Cowboy Up a lot. Not sure if its quite the same as yours but I am sure the intentions are good!
Country folk sure know how to have fun.
You wrote this poem wonderfully well and it was also very thoughtfully presented. I enjoyed it in its entirety.
Thanks for sharing as I am a country girl at heart so ... COWBOY UP! Yee hah!
Cheers closetpoetjester xo
reply by the author on 01-May-2010
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Wow what a great ode to the reference Cowboy Up! Over here in Australia at the country B&S Balls they Cowboy Up a lot. Not sure if its quite the same as yours but I am sure the intentions are good!
Country folk sure know how to have fun.
You wrote this poem wonderfully well and it was also very thoughtfully presented. I enjoyed it in its entirety.
Thanks for sharing as I am a country girl at heart so ... COWBOY UP! Yee hah!
Cheers closetpoetjester xo
Comment Written 01-May-2010
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thank you
Comment from hotstuff
I really enjoyed your poem. It gave an insight into life as a cowboy with a strong work ethic and honest nature.
It also rhymed well although the flow of words was a bit rocky.
I am fairly new to this site too and have found free verse poetry that doesn't restrict you to specific form is a good medium. When using a rhyming scheme I have noticed reviewers will look for good meter and smooth flow. One example would be matching syllable count. Hope this helps.
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I really enjoyed your poem. It gave an insight into life as a cowboy with a strong work ethic and honest nature.
It also rhymed well although the flow of words was a bit rocky.
I am fairly new to this site too and have found free verse poetry that doesn't restrict you to specific form is a good medium. When using a rhyming scheme I have noticed reviewers will look for good meter and smooth flow. One example would be matching syllable count. Hope this helps.
Comment Written 01-May-2010
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thanks
Comment from spiceydog
I really enjoyed this. First because I did not know what the phrase meant. But then because I love the philosophy of independance, responsibility, and most of all the courage to fall. Your writing is very vivid, no fluff or fill - every word contributes. Thank you for educating me
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I really enjoyed this. First because I did not know what the phrase meant. But then because I love the philosophy of independance, responsibility, and most of all the courage to fall. Your writing is very vivid, no fluff or fill - every word contributes. Thank you for educating me
Comment Written 01-May-2010
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Thank you for the review
Gary
Comment from Njorgensen
This is so well written and flows magically through to the end. I enjoyed the metaphors and the repetitive nature of "Cowboy Up"...keep up the good work. I look forward to more.
nancy
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This is so well written and flows magically through to the end. I enjoyed the metaphors and the repetitive nature of "Cowboy Up"...keep up the good work. I look forward to more.
nancy
Comment Written 01-May-2010
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thank you for your review nancy
Comment from kleblanc
Awesome poem. I'm from Texas so I know all about that. Really great way to put a story behind the words that some take for a joke. Nice read. Kristy
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Awesome poem. I'm from Texas so I know all about that. Really great way to put a story behind the words that some take for a joke. Nice read. Kristy
Comment Written 01-May-2010
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thank you
Comment from words
Well done.
I love the phrase, "cowboy up" ... your verse explains it well.
I especially liked;It's what makes a cowboy tell it straight;
its being in pain, and calling your gate.
It's having nothing, yet having it all;
it's brushing off the dust and knowing how to fall
reply by the author on 01-May-2010
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Well done.
I love the phrase, "cowboy up" ... your verse explains it well.
I especially liked;It's what makes a cowboy tell it straight;
its being in pain, and calling your gate.
It's having nothing, yet having it all;
it's brushing off the dust and knowing how to fall
Comment Written 01-May-2010
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thank you words for reading
Comment from Mariea
A great piece of poetry, and very true to the Australian way of thinking. I've worked on different stations over the years, mainly mustering cattle and you certainly wouldn't whinge or you'd be considered a wimp but mostly your pride would stop u from complaining.
Structure - well put together and developed
Rhyme - consistent throughout
Rhythm - good easy flow.
If u get the chance, have a look in my portfolio for 'Initiation' under Mia's Meanderings.
Have a great day, regards Mia
reply by the author on 01-May-2010
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A great piece of poetry, and very true to the Australian way of thinking. I've worked on different stations over the years, mainly mustering cattle and you certainly wouldn't whinge or you'd be considered a wimp but mostly your pride would stop u from complaining.
Structure - well put together and developed
Rhyme - consistent throughout
Rhythm - good easy flow.
If u get the chance, have a look in my portfolio for 'Initiation' under Mia's Meanderings.
Have a great day, regards Mia
Comment Written 01-May-2010
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thanks Mia
Comment from prophetess
I always wondered what that meant, now I know. :) Thanks, more of us men and women alike should cowboy up. It sure would make things a whole lot easier to live with.
Prophetess
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I always wondered what that meant, now I know. :) Thanks, more of us men and women alike should cowboy up. It sure would make things a whole lot easier to live with.
Prophetess
Comment Written 01-May-2010
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thank you for reading
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You're welcome
Comment from Jeanie Mercer
I like the sense of integrity that comes across about the Cowboy here, and the authenticity. The picture is nice as well, and fits the poem perfectly. (I've lived in Texas all my life, so I do know some real cowboys.) Best wishes to you, Jeanie Mercer
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I like the sense of integrity that comes across about the Cowboy here, and the authenticity. The picture is nice as well, and fits the poem perfectly. (I've lived in Texas all my life, so I do know some real cowboys.) Best wishes to you, Jeanie Mercer
Comment Written 01-May-2010
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thanks for reading Jeanie
Comment from resilke
This is a creative piece that is original and takes you to the rodeo. I find the phrase 'cowboy up' repreats throughout a tad overdone and you use a lot of fillers like 'it's' throughout that could be taken out and/or replaced with descriptive words. Overall, this is a good poem that is interesting and I enjoy the cowboy imagery.
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reply by the author on 01-May-2010
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This is a creative piece that is original and takes you to the rodeo. I find the phrase 'cowboy up' repreats throughout a tad overdone and you use a lot of fillers like 'it's' throughout that could be taken out and/or replaced with descriptive words. Overall, this is a good poem that is interesting and I enjoy the cowboy imagery.
This rating does not count towards story rating or author rank.
The highest and the lowest rating are not included in calculations.
Comment Written 01-May-2010
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thank you Resile