I Imagine White Tulips
A Cleave Poem63 total reviews
Comment from maureen623
Before reading this poem I had never heard of this style of poetry, and I am thrilled to have been introduced to the cleave by such a beautiful display of sheer talent. I loved the imagery, the message, and the delivery, it was so well put together that I am awestruck. I cannot believe that you can read this three ways, and that you were able to manipulate the words so that each way can stand alone, but when together they are magic.
Thank you for teaching me something new today, and for sharing this poem. I learned two things, really, because I never new that white tulips symbolized forgiveness.
Perfect!
reply by the author on 02-Jul-2018
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Before reading this poem I had never heard of this style of poetry, and I am thrilled to have been introduced to the cleave by such a beautiful display of sheer talent. I loved the imagery, the message, and the delivery, it was so well put together that I am awestruck. I cannot believe that you can read this three ways, and that you were able to manipulate the words so that each way can stand alone, but when together they are magic.
Thank you for teaching me something new today, and for sharing this poem. I learned two things, really, because I never new that white tulips symbolized forgiveness.
Perfect!
Comment Written 01-Jul-2018
reply by the author on 02-Jul-2018
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Hello Maureen!
I am incredibly honored by your exceptional rating and complimentary review.
This is the second Cleave poem I have ever attempted = challenging, but rewarding!
My mother was a master floral designer, and I own a number of her books that deal with the language of flowers...
So pleased my words resonated with you!
Thank you again!
diane
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My pleasure:)
Comment from MissMerri
This is a beautiful poem, with a wonderful, meaningful message, but I have to believe, it must be very difficult to write a "cleave" poem. I doubt I would ever attempt one. You have done such a fantastic job with this one. No matter how I read it, I see its beauty. Congratulations for winning second in this crowded contest. You obviously deserved the award. MM
reply by the author on 01-Jul-2018
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This is a beautiful poem, with a wonderful, meaningful message, but I have to believe, it must be very difficult to write a "cleave" poem. I doubt I would ever attempt one. You have done such a fantastic job with this one. No matter how I read it, I see its beauty. Congratulations for winning second in this crowded contest. You obviously deserved the award. MM
Comment Written 30-Jun-2018
reply by the author on 01-Jul-2018
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Hello Friend!
I am very honored by your exceptional rating and complimentary review.
This is the second cleave poem I have ever attempted. They are a bit challenging, but rewarding to pen.
Now...those sonnets are a different case altogether... :)
So pleased you enjoyed!
Thank you!
diane
Comment from ExperiencingLiphe
Forgiveness is easier said and than done. To me and I'm sorry is just words. You need to prove it but I guess at least and I'm sorry is them acknowledging they hurt you?
reply by the author on 14-Mar-2018
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Forgiveness is easier said and than done. To me and I'm sorry is just words. You need to prove it but I guess at least and I'm sorry is them acknowledging they hurt you?
Comment Written 13-Mar-2018
reply by the author on 14-Mar-2018
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Hello Friend,
Interesting thoughts.
Thank you for your thoughtful review!
diane
Comment from Katie Solis
Wow. That was really good. I enjoyed it when I read the whole thing, and then I separated them into two parts, and each one was good. Great job with this work.
reply by the author on 10-Mar-2018
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Wow. That was really good. I enjoyed it when I read the whole thing, and then I separated them into two parts, and each one was good. Great job with this work.
Comment Written 10-Mar-2018
reply by the author on 10-Mar-2018
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Hello Katie!
This is the second cleave poem I have ever attempted.
Needed to be snowbound to do it...and lots of coffee!
Thank you for your thoughtful and complimentary review.
diane
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You are very welcome. I?m glad the snow was useful
Comment from Brett Matthew West
A still relatively new form of poetry, I believe from around 2006 or so, you made the creation of this one seem easy to write, which they definitely are not. Well stated on all three parts. That, by the way, was the intent of the poet who created this form - how something can be more than the sum of its parts. This should make a real good entry into this contest. I don't give sixes often, this deserves one.
reply by the author on 10-Mar-2018
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A still relatively new form of poetry, I believe from around 2006 or so, you made the creation of this one seem easy to write, which they definitely are not. Well stated on all three parts. That, by the way, was the intent of the poet who created this form - how something can be more than the sum of its parts. This should make a real good entry into this contest. I don't give sixes often, this deserves one.
Comment Written 10-Mar-2018
reply by the author on 10-Mar-2018
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Hello Brett!
I am truly honored and humbled by your exceptional rating and thoughtful review.
I like how your describe a cleave poem: "how something can be more than the sum of its part." (Kind of how I see myself! :))
Thank you again!
diane
Comment from kiwigirl2821
Hello Mrs. KT, Alas I am out of sixes for this is surely worthy of one! These are difficult and you have managed to not only write a superb offering but, you make it look easy. Good luck. xoxo Kiwi
reply by the author on 10-Mar-2018
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Hello Mrs. KT, Alas I am out of sixes for this is surely worthy of one! These are difficult and you have managed to not only write a superb offering but, you make it look easy. Good luck. xoxo Kiwi
Comment Written 10-Mar-2018
reply by the author on 10-Mar-2018
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Hello Kiwi,
This is the second cleave poem I have ever penned. Not certain if I have it in me to pen another. Might need to be snowbound again...with a lot more coffee!
Thank you for your positive and complimentary review!
diane
Comment from Jay Squires
Wow! That is D-E-E-P on all three levels, Mrs. KT. I have never heard of such a challenge. Moreover, I've never seen a challenge so successfully engineered. You'll think me daft, but it reminded me of the Gettysburg Address. There is a dignity that rises from it that is greater than the sum of its words, horizontally, vertically, even diagonally. You captured it all. A beautiful job.
Oh, doggone it, I thought I had a six left. Sorry, friend. it is deserving of one.
reply by the author on 10-Mar-2018
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Wow! That is D-E-E-P on all three levels, Mrs. KT. I have never heard of such a challenge. Moreover, I've never seen a challenge so successfully engineered. You'll think me daft, but it reminded me of the Gettysburg Address. There is a dignity that rises from it that is greater than the sum of its words, horizontally, vertically, even diagonally. You captured it all. A beautiful job.
Oh, doggone it, I thought I had a six left. Sorry, friend. it is deserving of one.
Comment Written 10-Mar-2018
reply by the author on 10-Mar-2018
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Hello Jay!
I am very honored by your complimentary and positive review.
I don't think you "daft" at all! Truly humbled by your words...
Thank you ever so much!
diane
Comment from Janet Foor
I have not heard of this form before and it looks like quite a challenge to write. You have completed the form very nicely and this tulip is a perfect flower to add to your message.
Well done
Blessings
Janet
reply by the author on 10-Mar-2018
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I have not heard of this form before and it looks like quite a challenge to write. You have completed the form very nicely and this tulip is a perfect flower to add to your message.
Well done
Blessings
Janet
Comment Written 09-Mar-2018
reply by the author on 10-Mar-2018
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Hello Janet!
The cleave format is challenging, but it is also really rewarding to see the final product take form!
Thank you ever so much for your kind thoughtful and positive review!
diane
Comment from Liberty Justice
"White tulips signify forgiveness, serenity and purity." What a beautiful rendition of what tulips stand for and so joyful looking at lovely photo. Very Nice! liberty justice
reply by the author on 10-Mar-2018
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"White tulips signify forgiveness, serenity and purity." What a beautiful rendition of what tulips stand for and so joyful looking at lovely photo. Very Nice! liberty justice
Comment Written 09-Mar-2018
reply by the author on 10-Mar-2018
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Hello Liberty Justice,
So pleased you enjoyed!
Thank you very much!
diane
Comment from Shawlyn
Hi Mrs.KT,
I've never seen or read a cleave poem before. You have put together such a beautiful work with much meaning and imagery. Very impressive.
Regards and best wishes, Shawlyn.
reply by the author on 10-Mar-2018
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Hi Mrs.KT,
I've never seen or read a cleave poem before. You have put together such a beautiful work with much meaning and imagery. Very impressive.
Regards and best wishes, Shawlyn.
Comment Written 09-Mar-2018
reply by the author on 10-Mar-2018
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Hello Shawlyn!
This is only the second cleave poem I have attempted. Really challenging but rewarding as well.
Thank you for your positive and thoughtful review!
diane