Recent Reviews for Kate Burnside
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Hum (Poetry) - 12/2/2009 2:41:15 PM
THE IMAGERY IN THIS WORK OF ONE RECEIVING THE FIRST 'HUM' OF THEIR ARTISTIC 'VOICE' IS FANTASTIC. I ENJOYED IT. THANKS FOR SHARING AND BLESSINGS. JOYCE * HIS INSPIRATIONS
Tourist (Poetry) - 12/2/2009 12:00:25 PM
This is an exquisite pen, Kate, it's the journey that
never ends for we wanderers. I've had to read it a few
times just to think on it and be able to comment...
we do fear 'obscurity and oblivion' stunning piece, powerful
It's a joy to read your work. ;)
Tourist (Poetry) - 12/2/2009 11:16:24 AM
your skill is so evident here as you have expressed this so well
Tourist (Poetry) - 12/2/2009 10:36:58 AM
THIS IS EXCELLENT WORK! THE MIXTURE OF WHIMSICAL, MELENCHOLY...IS WELL IMAGED...ONE RE-VISITING AFTER AN ABSENCE OF SOME TIME. ENJOYED AND THANKS FOR SHARING. BLESSINGS. JOYCE * HIS INSPIRATIONS
Tourist (Poetry) - 12/1/2009 7:08:10 PM
You have such a knack of holding an image through an entire poem-- mere metaphors become allegories-- and that fading image, Cheshire-cat-like, is nothing short of wonderful. --Charlie
Tourist (Poetry) - 12/1/2009 7:07:55 PM
mortality's camera lens snaps quickly and decidedly -- shadows on paper the only remnants of who was -- my value and impact of no significance save a fleeting appearance at the window of life -- peace and love my friend -- Jon Michael
Tourist (Poetry) - 12/1/2009 2:31:16 PM
Darlin Sage... I have Dylan Thomas as my very shadow at the present time. He is with me everywhere I go. He said almost the very same thing and, I believe, laboured under the same preoccupations. His purported final words were: "After 39 years, this is all I've done". Perhaps he also greatly feared obscurity and oblivion. Bless you, xx
Tourist (Poetry) - 12/1/2009 2:07:58 PM
Ah, that's what the She-King of Egypt thought! Hatshepsut, motivated to rule ancient Egypt for 21 years while her stepson stood in the shadows. Her mummy and true story have come to light. Something oddly touching of her fingertips, leaving everywhere, grace where all other human grace had vanished. Our primordial vanity as Tourist, and our tenuous intimacies, only brief for a passing world, archaeology's toolbox supports Tourist and I leave you with this, that Hatshepsut was more afraid of anonymity than death, when she said, "Now my heart turns this way and that, as I think what the people will say. Those who see my monuments in years to come, and who shall speak of what I have done." I relate to what she said so much, as it is how I feel and what I echo...be well, Kate.
Love,
Sage
Tourist (Poetry) - 12/1/2009 11:52:13 AM
Remarkable writing, as always, Kate. I recently wrote in my journal in observance of the very small place I take up in this world - whether it be in the local environ or relative to the Universe. The physicality of life, though, is deceiving because while the space we take up in body may be small and seemingly inconsequential, our being.ness beyond the frame is, indeed, part of the broader Omni-experience. And, so, no place you have ever frequented or visited is left untouched by your presence - particularly YOUR presence - nor will it ever come out from under the spell of your keen and creative and beautiful way. Indeed, I imagine every place you've been is better, somehow enhanced, by you having been there.
Tourist (Poetry) - 12/1/2009 5:38:46 AM
Kate,
I've actually felt this way on vacation. I like that you tapped into those feelings and gave them a mysterious end. Nicely written. Hugs,
Sheila
Tourist (Poetry) - 12/1/2009 2:38:20 AM
The mind can travel and take us to strange cities and strange people, a kind of escape from realities that hurt us badly and so, we pack a suitcase with thoughts and there we go!
Georg
Tourist (Poetry) - 12/1/2009 2:28:48 AM
The last few lines says it all, sad and lonely Kate.
Newfie hugs, Rose
Tourist (Poetry) - 11/30/2009 10:48:36 PM
Kate, this is such a wonderful piece and I can relate so well. Sad in a way, isn't it...seems as though there should somehow be more to it.
Tourist (Poetry) - 11/30/2009 7:35:22 PM
Great writing, Kate...
the air (very forgiving)
has clasped its hands
together on the corner
where I stood and
knit again its meddling
fingers (prised open by
my eager enquiries).
Tourist is so easy to identify with.
-gene.
Tourist (Poetry) - 11/30/2009 6:39:25 PM
This is a deep look at the tourist and how much one's footsteps mean in the end. Always leave a decent tip and their memories will be better the next time.
Blessings and love,
Susan
Tourist (Poetry) - 11/30/2009 5:33:52 PM
I "feel" deep and impactful meaning emanating from your verses, Kate. Thank you. Love and best wishes,
Regis
Tourist (Poetry) - 11/30/2009 5:08:07 PM
Somehow it should be more, huh, Kate? To wander down the road seeing and finding and touching should be enough. But it really isn't is it? Sometimes I thing The Wanderer has the best fix on the whole shebang.
Tourist (Poetry) - 11/30/2009 4:57:15 PM
The brilliant use of metaphors makes for a wonderful piece of poetry.
George
Tourist (Poetry) - 11/30/2009 4:21:58 PM
The stroll throught unfamiliarity and shadows that we feel and experinece in others worlds is often lost soul feeling that can only be captured in snapshots and old polaroids. I enjoyed this one Kate well done.
fee
Tourist (Poetry) - 11/30/2009 3:35:54 PM
Kate,
You pass through sad and dark, this is Kate questioning gently but very firmly her own ghost, her impact and contribution...and everyone else's. It leaves me with a strange warmth because I can relate well.
John
Tourist (Poetry) - 11/30/2009 2:52:29 PM
Great imagery in this, Kate; very well penned! BRAVA!
(((HUGS))) and much love, your friend in America, Karen Lynn in Texas. :D
Venus and Mars (Poetry) - 11/30/2009 3:01:14 AM
Great immage appearing in my mind. Yet these days, I often cut my finger in the kitchen and loose more blood than my wife! But as for the hair down the plughole you got it there. Me? well I never have a bad hair day as you can tell!
Miller
Hum (Poetry) - 11/28/2009 5:50:04 AM
a fantastic journey of imagination and humor blended with stark reality for those that have experienced this very scenario -- horrifying and euphoric at once -- a most enjoyable read my dear friend -- very creative -- peace and love to you this and everyday -- Jon Michael
Hum (Poetry) - 11/27/2009 8:24:40 AM
An excellent write Kate
most enjoyable read
Love & Peace be with you
William
Hum (Poetry) - 11/27/2009 8:11:18 AM
This is excellent.I enjoy reading it.take care
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