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| Reviewed by Jon Willey |
9/19/2009 |
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| lifelines are more often han not, what we make of what has been offered -- sometimes however, the offering seems worse than the alternative fate -- an excellent view of a tragic fate Kate -- you created an enduring image of lifelines -- peace and love my friend --Jon Michael |
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| Reviewed by Axilea Uzumcuoglu |
9/6/2009 |
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Tragic image, or this is the way I see it. The rope image is so effective and the most striking part, I think, is the idea of choice, of an offer that has been declined and the consequences of this "unwillingness".
Axilea |
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| Reviewed by Rose Rideout |
9/5/2009 |
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Great write Kate with so much reality within your words. thank you for sharing.
Newfie Hugs, Rose |
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| Reviewed by Cryssa C |
9/4/2009 |
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Rather a "Catch 22" type situation... Which leaves me wondering, if she had been willing to hold on a little longer would the rope have grown taut and strengthened again? Or...would it have maybe given a half-hearted attempt to do so and then given up? What are the chances that it, too, would have tried to save itself? But then... maybe that is the stuff that miracles are made of... :~)
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| Reviewed by David Hightower |
9/3/2009 |
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Kate - powerful poem of the mystery of human nature that refuses to be saved.
Powerful image at the end:
so the length
of spent rope,
limp with self-
reproach,
was unwilling
to save itself.
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| Reviewed by La Belle Rouge |
9/3/2009 |
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| Hits so hard Kate with such a soft approach. If someone asked me to name my favorite contemporary poets you would be among them for sure. |
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| Reviewed by Sheila Roy |
9/3/2009 |
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A dramatic effect here. Well done, Kate!
Sheila |
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| Reviewed by kenny baez |
9/2/2009 |
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| Ah yes, existence gives so much rope and then ..... a new rope, I hope! :-) |
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| Reviewed by Christine Alwin |
8/31/2009 |
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..ah...helpless....to be at the end of rope..I feel the emotion here Kate..great write
love,
Christine |
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| Reviewed by Jackie (Micke) Jinks |
8/31/2009 |
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As usual, your poetic words are excellent in their brevity and strength, dear Kate! You have mastered this form...
Blessings and Love - Micke |
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| Reviewed by Debashish Haar |
8/31/2009 |
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| I liked the minimalism in this, and this describes Jonah Complex, pretty well. Yes, the self-reproach, inability to accept one's potential or the fear of (succeeding in) doing something, inability to accept the greatness in ordinary life, or immediate neighborhood. A self-deception! Well done, Kate. I could see why you kept the lines short and within five syllables. |
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| Reviewed by Amber Moonstone |
8/31/2009 |
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"Letting Go" is the best answer, then time will tell all. I love the simplicity in this poem, but it is also very powerful.
Nicely done, my dear.
Peace, love, and light,
Amber "V" |
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| Reviewed by Karla Dorman, The StormSpinner |
8/31/2009 |
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As keen as a surgeon's scalpel, no wasted words or motion: just the closing up, Doctor. Pure excellence, my dear Kate!
(((HUGS))) and love, Karla. |
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| Reviewed by Mr. Ed |
8/31/2009 |
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| Most thought provoking, Kate. |
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| Reviewed by Barbara Terry |
8/31/2009 |
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This is how I feel because of this stupid pneumonia. It just won't go away but pervades every muscle and bone in my body. This is a really thought provoking poem and very profound in it's wording. Thank you for making us think this morning.
May the Lord Jesus bless you, and those whom you love, and who love you, and be with you always, and at your side constantly. With much love in my heart, joy to the world, peace on earth, & ((((((((((MANY WONDERFUL SISTERLY HUGGGGSSSS)))))))))), your little sister, Barbie. |
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| Reviewed by Georg Mateos |
8/31/2009 |
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"...limp with self reproach..." as when hope went out forever...
Georg
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| Reviewed by Charlie |
8/30/2009 |
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| I'm obviously missing something here... I really like the last line though-- twisted, and revealing. --Charlie |
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| Reviewed by E T Waldron |
8/30/2009 |
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how you can plumb such depths,
with so few words amazes me1
brilliant poem! |
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| Reviewed by John Flanagan |
8/30/2009 |
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Kate,
...'not waving but drowning' on the one hand, and yet there may well be a sweetness to passing that we have yet to experience...I hope.
John |
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| Reviewed by Karen Vanderlaan |
8/30/2009 |
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| love the depth of this! |
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| Reviewed by jude forese |
8/30/2009 |
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sometimes its just better to let go or just find a stronger rope ...
powerfully effective, Kate ... |
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| Reviewed by Dallas D'Angelo-Gary |
8/30/2009 |
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| Concise and to the point. Good one, Kate. |
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| Reviewed by Paul D Berube |
8/30/2009 |
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| Short and to the point, Kate. Well done. |
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| Reviewed by Felix Perry |
8/30/2009 |
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Ah sweet Kate, thr simple flow of the lines in this one seem to be the last whisper or croak of sanity from a hurting soul. This is very intense and I can feel the lingering doubts in the air...very well done indeed.
hugs
Pops
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| Reviewed by Dale Clark |
8/30/2009 |
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Powerful and profound! You mentioned the 'Jonah Complex' and
that does describe it well. I like the title you used though,
works great, Kate, fine pen! |
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| Reviewed by Lori Moore |
8/30/2009 |
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The word play works well. At times it might be best to reject a lifeline. Excellent poetry.
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| Reviewed by * Aberjhani |
8/30/2009 |
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Whether writing literary allusions in a technically complex form or in the mode of humorous reflection, the integrity and beauty of your work always informs, entertains, and inspires. Much gratitude for the penned years turned into beautiful volumes of poetic sharing.
Your fan,
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| Reviewed by Ted Bossis |
8/30/2009 |
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| Lately you are slinging and piercing currents from a petite chalice~delicately and still moving )~( evol_Ted |
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| Reviewed by Regis Auffray |
8/30/2009 |
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Succinctly powerful, Kate! So much "said" with so few words. Thank you. Love and best wishes,
Regis |
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| Reviewed by LadyJtalks LadyJzTalkZone |
8/30/2009 |
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| My life line has jumped highways so many times I don't think any of them could find their way home. Good write, definately inspired well. LadyJ |
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| Reviewed by Ed Matlack |
8/30/2009 |
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| a thoughtful write, though it hurts too much to think...e |
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| Reviewed by Jerry Bolton |
8/30/2009 |
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| I remember reading and commenting on Belle's "Mea Culpa," but the premise escapes me just now (don't get old, forgetfulness is a killer). But this piece by you is wonderful in its simplicity. To refuse the rope and to go it alone is, in my opinion the only way to go. |
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| Reviewed by George Carroll |
8/30/2009 |
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| Hang it all this is a beaut. |
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| Reviewed by William Bonilla |
8/30/2009 |
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Excellent and well penned
Most enjoyable reading
Love & peace be with you
William |
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| Reviewed by Karen Lynn Vidra, The Texas Tornado |
8/30/2009 |
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Wonderful writing as always, from you, Kate; well penned! BRAVA!
(((HUGS))) and much love, your friend in America, Karen Lynn in Texas. :D |
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| Reviewed by Joyce Bell |
8/30/2009 |
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I LIKE THIS WRITE...IT PROVOKES ONE TO THINK AND...SHE SEEMS TO HAVE BEEN WISE...FOR WHO KNOWS WHAT WAS OFFERED...AND THE LENGTH OF ROPE...WELL,...COULD HAVE BEEN MORE UNABLE THAN UNWILLING...TO SAVE ITSELF. IN ANY CASE....SAD. EXCELLENT WRITE AND ENJOYED.
JOYCE * HIS INSPIRATIONS |
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