Comment from Ulla

Excellent

I so enjoyed this poem. Women have always been scorned by men in much of the world. They see her as threat to their masculinity. But at the same time they can't be without he. How sad is that. This is what I took away from your poem. Ulla:)))

 Comment Written 01-Jan-2023

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reply by the author on 02-Jan-2023

Ulla, thank you. I agree with you perspective. I grew up the oldest of four children.We became fatherless when I was six. I saw the struggles my mother had to overcome in the fifties and sixties to overcome societal labels and still provide for her children while maintaining her femininity . Sadly never remarried and I judge was always seen by other married women as a threat.

Comment from Cathy M

Excellent

This poem reminds me of the days when divorce was a nasty word and women, not men, were looked down on. These were my favorite lines.
Hurrah, to her who sits with style, not mad,
known now by those why she did leave her guy.

 Comment Written 01-Jan-2023

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reply by the author on 01-Jan-2023

👍👍Glad you enjoyed!

Comment from Aussie

Excellent

A woman of the night spoiled for life. Women use their guile whilst showing off their style. Capturing the eyes of men, again and again. Finally to live in shame when beauty is gone - she had no gain.

 Comment Written 01-Jan-2023

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reply by the author on 01-Jan-2023

Thanks for your reflection of Camille?s woes.

Comment from Karyn2

Excellent

Ohhh A Royal Poem with intrigue! Why did she leave her guy? I'm sure that the next issue of Woman's Weekly will tell us! But I love the poise of this lady in spite of her circumstances she holds her chin high! A cleverly crafted poem with a great sense of mystery.

 Comment Written 01-Jan-2023

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reply by the author on 01-Jan-2023

Oh Yes, thanks for your review.

Comment from jake cosmos aller

Excellent

nice poem about a famous or not so famous woman. Who was this poem written about? Who is this Camile of which you speak. Inquiring minds want to know.

 Comment Written 31-Dec-2022

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reply by the author on 01-Jan-2023

Camille, the assumed mistress of Claude Monet, came mind as I wrote began this poem.

Comment from Goodadvicechan

Excellent

The way the lady in the picture sits, is very sexy and attractive.

Although the lady described in your poem may be sad, she isn't mad. She sits in style thinking of the guy she leaves. Hopefully she can let the past be the past and be unfettered.

Thanks for sharing

 Comment Written 31-Dec-2022

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reply by the author on 01-Jan-2023

Thanks Chan

Comment from Moonbeams Musings 55

Excellent

Your writing is so musical with a great flow and rhythm. I find it extremely romantic and old world. I wish I had six stars to give. Good luck in the contest.

 Comment Written 31-Dec-2022

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reply by the author on 01-Jan-2023

Thanks however this was simply a club challenge, not a contest entry. So I reLish the idea of your virtual six!

Comment from Sanku

Excellent

Camille -The great painter Monet's first wife?I am not sure because the poem says she left her guy. Monet's wife died of illness.
It is an interesting portrait Your word picture is of a woman who was scorned..
great verbal painting..
Have a great New year .Lets hope the next year will be better

 Comment Written 31-Dec-2022

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reply by the author on 01-Jan-2023

Sanku, yes I put put a twist to the storyline of Camille, Monet first wife for effect. Have a awesome New Year!

Comment from susand3022

Excellent

Hi J,
I liked the story you put in your Rhyme Royal for Potlatch. I have to admit to being a bit put off by that particular form when I saw it. Having seen your poem, however, I think I'll give it another shot.
You did a really nice job with this poem. :)
Happy New Year!
Susan :)

 Comment Written 31-Dec-2022

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reply by the author on 01-Jan-2023

Susan, Thank you, I admit at first aid thought wow this has too much constraint, but when I got I found the voice. Happy New Year and good luck with your rhyme royal!

Comment from Jim Wile

Excellent

Nice portrait of a conflicted woman. She sits so proudly and with style, yet she is still prone to dark thoughts and insecurities about herself. Very good job on the Rhyme Royal structure. This poem was very well done.

 Comment Written 31-Dec-2022

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reply by the author on 01-Jan-2023

Thanks very much Jim.