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Reading Your Poetry
I have read your words
so clearly penned in
black
and
white
yet, as they leave their footprints
over endless shores
I
see
colors
likened to valleys of eternal wildflowers
shards of metal heaved in cold piles
fresh bloodstained battlefields
children's tennis shoes tossed about at the playground
rows of carefree umbrellas on the beach
your poetry begins its birth
long before you realize its name -
like contractions in the womb
or the first stroke of the brush on
an
empty
canvas
it will undergo its pain
and still deliver its joy
I can see those colors
so
clearly
penned
Style / type:
Free verse
Review Request (Intensity):
I want the raw truth, feel free to knock me on my back
Last few words:
I dearly love the poetry I absorb here.
Editing stage:
Content level:
Not Explicit Content
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Comments
Geezer
Sat, 2023-02-25 11:43
We love that...
you love it! We truly think of ourselves as family and are glad that you are a part of it. It is poems like this, that make us what we are. ~Geez.
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There is value to commenting and critique, tell us how you feel about our work.
This must be the place, 'cause there ain't no place like this place anywhere near this place.
Lavender
Sat, 2023-02-25 13:09
Hello, Geezer,
I am trying to spend more individual reading time with a poem - like a new, but bonding friendship. For me, it is as much of a challenge to read and reflectively comment as it is to write. I'm finding hidden meaning and emotion within and between words and verses, and much to see and learn. "Colors!" It brings me a lot of joy to read poetry, both here and "out there." I am always grateful for you and everyone here.
Thank you,
L
Candlewitch
Sat, 2023-02-25 11:46
dear L,
I love these lines:
your poetry begins its birth
long before you realize its name -
like contractions in the womb
or the first stroke of the brush on
an
empty
canvas
thank you for this affirmation:
*love, Cat
*
When someone reads your work
And responds, please be courteous
And reply in kind, thanks.
Lavender
Sat, 2023-02-25 13:15
Hello, Cat,
Who knows exactly when a poem begins its beginning, right? It seems to be waiting in the shadows for a spotlight and then, "Action!"
Thank you for reading and always generously sharing,
L
Rosewood Apothecary
Sat, 2023-02-25 12:50
Yeah I’m with Cat
Great lines. Outstanding poetry.
Tim
Lavender
Sat, 2023-02-25 13:29
Hello, Tim,
I am enjoying learning, growing and realizing just how much there is to share about poetry and life in general from your words, and the words of others here.
Thank you,
L
Clentin
Sat, 2023-02-25 14:36
I see in your poem the
I see in your poem the strains and emotions that poetry has when one writes. I like your poetry very much
Clentin
Sat, 2023-02-25 14:36
I see in your poem the
I see in your poem the strains and emotions that poetry has when one writes. I like your poetry very much
Lavender
Sat, 2023-02-25 14:57
Hello, Clentin,
Thank you for your encouraging words! It seems when we write, there are equal parts we lose and gain, like the strains and emotions you mentioned. I have enjoyed reading your poetry and look forward to more.
L
Seren
Sat, 2023-02-25 22:48
Dear L
This is outstanding, its probably my favourite poem I have read this week.
yet, as they leave their footprints
over endless shores
I
see
colors
likened to valleys of eternal wildflowers
shards of metal heaved in cold piles
fresh bloodstained battlefields
children's tennis shoes tossed about at the playground
rows of carefree umbrellas on the beach
These lines really are beautiful, well done my friend this is amazing poetry.
love J xxx
“The world is full of magic things, patiently waiting for our senses to grow sharper.” — W.B. Yeats
Lavender
Sun, 2023-02-26 10:14
Hello, J,
As I spend time with poems here, I learn so much about the art - the magic of shaping words into communicating feelings and emotions. That process is amazing to me!
Thank you for your generous time with this, and for sharing your deep love for poetry.
Much love,
L
lovedly
Mon, 2023-02-27 02:03
you are
great
a poet visionary
all state
Lavender
Mon, 2023-02-27 09:07
Hello, Lovedly,
Thank you, as always, for reading - and sharing your gift.
Lav
lovedly
Mon, 2023-02-27 11:04
Lav
you are kind
I must reciprocate ...
RoseBlack
Sun, 2023-02-26 11:30
I love this
And love how happy you are on the site. The poems here encompass a variety of emotions and interests unique to each writer. I have learned much from you. Well done.
~RoseBlack~
Lavender
Sun, 2023-02-26 17:56
Hello, Carrie,
I appreciate reading and sharing poetry with all of you! I've learned great deal, and look forward to learning more.
Thank you, my friend!
L