Echoes of Artistry
Viewing comments for Chapter 3 "Epigrams"NaPoWriMo 2017
19 total reviews
Comment from Sasha
I enjoyed this (both) immensely. You can really pack a wallop when you want, can't you. Loved both poem and have copy the 'A selection of Epigrams for your enjoyment' and pasted it in my to do list. I found this both well written and such fun to read. As I have said, I will leave critiquing of the form to those that know what they are doing and stay with my area of comfort, telling you how much I liked this one. I am off to read one more and will try to finish catching up within the next few days.
reply by the author on 11-Apr-2017
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I enjoyed this (both) immensely. You can really pack a wallop when you want, can't you. Loved both poem and have copy the 'A selection of Epigrams for your enjoyment' and pasted it in my to do list. I found this both well written and such fun to read. As I have said, I will leave critiquing of the form to those that know what they are doing and stay with my area of comfort, telling you how much I liked this one. I am off to read one more and will try to finish catching up within the next few days.
Comment Written 11-Apr-2017
reply by the author on 11-Apr-2017
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I got hooked on one of the epigrams that Blake wrote and decided I needed to try one (or two) too! What struck me the most about this style is that so many of the famous poets wrote them. Some were only two lines long, some rhymed, some didn't. Most ranged from 4 to 8 lines long. Thanks for taking the time to read all of these today. I'm happy that your are enjoying the selections in my book.
Kim
Comment from Mustang Patty
Thank you for sharing these two epigrams. The first was very cute, and the second was cute, but dealt with the political scene. It can't be helped, we are watching these scenes daily, but I wish there was a way to shut it out. However, your poem captured the mood quite well,
~patty~
reply by the author on 06-Apr-2017
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Thank you for sharing these two epigrams. The first was very cute, and the second was cute, but dealt with the political scene. It can't be helped, we are watching these scenes daily, but I wish there was a way to shut it out. However, your poem captured the mood quite well,
~patty~
Comment Written 06-Apr-2017
reply by the author on 06-Apr-2017
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Hi Patty,
Politics was a topic of the epigrams of old, therefore I made it mine for the day. I try to shut it out, too. Thanks for the great review. I appreciate your time and comments.
Kim
Comment from Rlegel99
Epigram Poem. Now I need to write one. You have inspired me. Thank you for posting this poem. Like the subject matter of both. They both flow well and word choice is good.
reply by the author on 05-Apr-2017
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Epigram Poem. Now I need to write one. You have inspired me. Thank you for posting this poem. Like the subject matter of both. They both flow well and word choice is good.
Comment Written 05-Apr-2017
reply by the author on 05-Apr-2017
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Hi Rlegel,
I was surprised to find that so many of the famous poets of old wrote them. Of course, I then had to write one, too. Thanks for the great review.
Kim
Comment from honeytree
The art work is great.
Yes unfortunately money is very
important as we can not live without it
some have too much though
they don't care about others
within life and take and not care to give.
Honey tree
reply by the author on 05-Apr-2017
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The art work is great.
Yes unfortunately money is very
important as we can not live without it
some have too much though
they don't care about others
within life and take and not care to give.
Honey tree
Comment Written 05-Apr-2017
reply by the author on 05-Apr-2017
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Hi Annie,
Thanks for taking the time to read and review. I appreciate your comments and the generous six shiny stars.
Kim
Comment from alf collier
LOL, but aren't they fun!!! Your first is great, and though I too have doubts the second fully complies, I do thing it exceedingly humorous!! Bravo!!
reply by the author on 05-Apr-2017
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LOL, but aren't they fun!!! Your first is great, and though I too have doubts the second fully complies, I do thing it exceedingly humorous!! Bravo!!
Comment Written 05-Apr-2017
reply by the author on 05-Apr-2017
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Hi Alf,
The second doesn't comply... hence the 'almost' in the title lol However, it is intentional, per the line alluding, 'as illustration of them taking too long (to get us affordable health care) this poem has grown too long to be an epigram. I'm glad you enjoyed the humor. I was surprised to discover how many of the famous poets of old wrote epigrams, so I thought I'd have some fun with it. Thanks for the fun review.
KimHi
Comment from Irish Rain
Well, how true is this??? Especially that, if they're not willing to go by the insurance bill they pass, don't pass it on to us!! I love this, amusing, yet so very apt! Quite wonderful, blessings...
reply by the author on 05-Apr-2017
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Well, how true is this??? Especially that, if they're not willing to go by the insurance bill they pass, don't pass it on to us!! I love this, amusing, yet so very apt! Quite wonderful, blessings...
Comment Written 04-Apr-2017
reply by the author on 05-Apr-2017
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Hi Irish:
I agree wholeheartedly! Thank you for the great comments!
Kim
Comment from dragonpoet
The first poem seems more like it fits the form. I like how you use clothes as the way to tell your favorite season. The last couplet fits the form too, being satirical.
The second one is too long to be an epigram. Is that why you call it an almost epigram?
Keep writing
dragonpoet
reply by the author on 04-Apr-2017
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The first poem seems more like it fits the form. I like how you use clothes as the way to tell your favorite season. The last couplet fits the form too, being satirical.
The second one is too long to be an epigram. Is that why you call it an almost epigram?
Keep writing
dragonpoet
Comment Written 04-Apr-2017
reply by the author on 04-Apr-2017
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Hi dragonpoet:
Yes, that's why I called the second one 'almost' an epigram and included the line alluding to the fact that the politicians have taken too long to fix healthcare, that in illustration, my poem is now too long to be an epigram.
Thanks for taking the time to read and review.
Kim
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My pleasure.
dragonpoet
Comment from Lindagail Hall
You had me in your pocket with the first part had me giggling,
Love your word choices and to me it's a tongue in cheek very clever.
Part two.. Wow this can sure be sent to us in the UK it fits very well with your lines also Russia,France and Brussels to wake them up, I can't honestly pick a favourite line this is pure nectar and reads out loud very well your rhymes are sublime well composed and very fitting for a lot of countries in today's world.
Thank you for sharing this gem. Your AN are very helpful to understand the style thanks for that information.
reply by the author on 04-Apr-2017
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You had me in your pocket with the first part had me giggling,
Love your word choices and to me it's a tongue in cheek very clever.
Part two.. Wow this can sure be sent to us in the UK it fits very well with your lines also Russia,France and Brussels to wake them up, I can't honestly pick a favourite line this is pure nectar and reads out loud very well your rhymes are sublime well composed and very fitting for a lot of countries in today's world.
Thank you for sharing this gem. Your AN are very helpful to understand the style thanks for that information.
Comment Written 04-Apr-2017
reply by the author on 04-Apr-2017
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Hi Lindagail,
I'm happy that you enjoyed this selection. I've actually never tried an epigram before. I was amazed at how many of the famous poets of old wrote them. They are steeped in the roots of poetry, so how could I not? Thanks for taking the time to read and review. Your comments are fantastic and well appreciated.
Kim
Comment from dejohnsrld (Debbie)
These are both great, but I love the last one. Thank you for the author notes. This is a form I'll have to try sometime, my friend~Debbie
reply by the author on 04-Apr-2017
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These are both great, but I love the last one. Thank you for the author notes. This is a form I'll have to try sometime, my friend~Debbie
Comment Written 04-Apr-2017
reply by the author on 04-Apr-2017
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Hi Debbie,
I'm thinking that I'll use it for Potlatch one of the weeks in May. I was most delighted to discover that so many of the famous poets of old used this style. There is a vast collection of their work out there to read. I hope you'll follow the link in the author's notes and check it out. There is some really great stuff there! Thanks for the lovely review.
Kim
Comment from sunnilicious
This is a terrific poem. I thought epigrams were run-on sentences. You definitely did some great research. The author notes are fantastic. You are loving and patriotic. Good flow of rhythm and rhymes. Nice work.
reply by the author on 04-Apr-2017
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This is a terrific poem. I thought epigrams were run-on sentences. You definitely did some great research. The author notes are fantastic. You are loving and patriotic. Good flow of rhythm and rhymes. Nice work.
Comment Written 04-Apr-2017
reply by the author on 04-Apr-2017
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Hi Sunni,
Thanks for the fantastic comments and exceptional rating. I love to research when I'm doing NaPo, so many styles to learn. I'll pop over and check out your book, too. I was surprised to find so many of the famous poets of old wrote epigrams. The form is literally ancient. I just couldn't pass it up. I appreciate you stopping by.
Kim