Comment from Ulla

Excellent

Hi Craig, I came into this very late, but as I saw the subject, I couldn't let it pass. The Titanic has a special angle for me. I liked your short poem a lot, and now I've learned a new word for wreckage. And here comes the connection. My father actually captained the ship that located the lagan/wreckage of Titanic. Yes, I'm half American by blood. My real father was American, and I was so fortunate to be re-united with him. All best. Ulla:)

 Comment Written 23-Jul-2018

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reply by the author on 23-Jul-2018

Wow, that is an amazing fact, Ulla. That is certainly something to tell one's grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and anyone else. Thanks for sharing. Craig

reply by Ulla on 24-Jul-2018

In fact, it will all be in A Rustle in the Wind.:)

Comment from Dawn Munro

Excellent

Every night in my dreams
I see you
I feel you
That is how I know you go on
Far across the distance
and spaces
between us... (LOL)

I LOVED that movie. I forgot to add it to MY Quiz#5 answers, in addition to forgetting to add my answers to the book! DUH.

But I cannot come up with anything to say about your poem that's original, so... (*grinning*)

 Comment Written 22-Jul-2018

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reply by the author on 22-Jul-2018

Hey, those could be great lyrics for a song. And it would be only appropriate if a Canadian sang them, too :)

Thanks again! :)

Craig

reply by Dawn Munro on 23-Jul-2018

LOL.

Comment from Mustang Patty

Exceptional

Hi, Craig,

You've done a great job with this little poem. Telling the tale of the Titanic should always include the nonchalance of the Captain and shipping company. If they hadn't pushed the engines, she would have had a chance of missing the iceberg.

Great job,

~patty~

 Comment Written 21-Jul-2018

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reply by the author on 21-Jul-2018

Many thanks for the kind words and the delightful rating, Patty. Yes, it's a terrible tale of greed and pride at such a great cost. Most grateful, Craig

Comment from Pamusart

Excellent

Hi Craig. Let's see. Is this poem a limerick? I am so ignorant when it comes to form. The ending is very striking and clever. Here in the states distortion would not rhyme with caution. But I know they do where you are. Maybe it is not a limerick since most lines have nine syllables. Thank you for sharing

 Comment Written 20-Jul-2018

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reply by the author on 20-Jul-2018

Hi Pam - it's 9-9-5-5-9, so it's a limerick :) Many thanks for the kind review - Craig

Comment from Pearl Edwards

Excellent

You've used this day's word perfectly in this historical verse about histories most famous of all ship's. Great final line says it all.
Cleverly done Craig,
cheers,
valda

 Comment Written 20-Jul-2018

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reply by the author on 20-Jul-2018

Thanks very much, Valda. I appreciate the lovely comments - Craig

Comment from BeasPeas

Excellent

Hi Craig. This is excellent. Reads very well, is accurate, to the point, and uses your new word "lagan" which fits in perfectly. Last line is the perfect play on words. Marilyn

 Comment Written 19-Jul-2018

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reply by the author on 20-Jul-2018

Thanks so much for the great comments, Marilyn. They are much appreciated - Craig

Comment from dragonpoet

Excellent

Good fast poem about an historic event that could have been avoided if the company was more careful. It they weren't so prideful in wanting the fastest time, no one would have died.

I like the play on words with Titanic. It is no longer lagan.

Keep writing

Joan

 Comment Written 19-Jul-2018

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reply by the author on 19-Jul-2018

Thanks very much, Joan. Glad you enjoyed - Craig

reply by dragonpoet on 19-Jul-2018

My pleasure, Craig.

Joan

Comment from Gloria ....

Excellent

Ha, this is national Limerick week and you've written one of titanic proportions that has left me without caurtion for the lagan.

Terrific job with a most entertaining rhyme in perfect rhythm.

A fun post and a new word too. :)

Gloria

 Comment Written 19-Jul-2018

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reply by the author on 19-Jul-2018

Damn. I got to Friday, and now I'm just finding that out? I could have posted a whole week's worth! Now I really do have a sinking feeling. Many thanks for the fun review, Gloria. Craig

Comment from Bill Schott

Excellent

This limerick, That Sinking Feeling, has the General beat right and shows us the word 'lagon' Used appropriately as we remember the Maine - er the Titanic.

 Comment Written 19-Jul-2018

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reply by the author on 19-Jul-2018

Thanks very much, Bill. Cheers, Craig

Comment from Jannypan (Jan)

Excellent

This is a great limerick, Craig. Good use of its style. The picture + your well chosen words create great imagery. I like the way you used 'Titanic' as the name of that ship & as an adjective. Thanks for sharing another of your interesting poem for the words from your treasured book. Jan

 Comment Written 19-Jul-2018

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reply by the author on 19-Jul-2018

Thanks very much for your continued support, Jan. Your kind comments are much appreciated. Craig