Essence (poem) by Karen C Vanderlaan on AuthorsDen

Reviewed by Michael LaSalle (Reader)

Reviewed on May 27, 2007

karen, this poem reminds me of the type of poetry that is only written upon meditational focus and thought, (I would love to know the inspiration behind this piece,) work that is penned from the very heart, easily distinguishable by the feel of passion,

the clarity of the emotion. this poem swept me into thought, brilliant writing, mike

Reviewed by Hanley Harding (Reader)

Reviewed on April 18, 2007

Dear karen;

Sadly, who can fathom what "essence" drove Cho to his murderous rampage at Virginia Tech.

Doc

Reviewed by Chrissy McVay

Reviewed on April 7, 2007

Beautiful write.

Chrissy

Reviewed by Debby Rosenberg

Reviewed on April 7, 2007

the second stanza was so real for me...."...thing that cannot, not be done"

Reviewed by Aberjhani

Reviewed on April 7, 2007

ESSENCE: a deep dive into the living genetics of the creative impulse. Thank you for sharing such beautiful and powerful work.

Hope you're having a great National Poetry Month,

Aberjhani

Reviewed by Joyce Bowling

Reviewed on April 7, 2007

Great write my friend...there is a fire that burns within us that keeps us striving to achieve our goals in life, for myself there was always a writer deep within waiting to come out, just as I always knew that I wanted to serve the Lord...a devoted Christian awaiting to sing, praise, and work for Him...the two along with the maternal instincts are only part of what makes me who I am....enjoyed this so very much...a thought provoking write that makes one delve within theirself to see what kindles their own fire. Have a great holiday weekend.
Blessings,
Joyce Bowling

Reviewed by Mr. Ed

Reviewed on April 7, 2007

We are driven, nonetheless, from deep within

And may we all be driven, in the right direction.

Reviewed by Karen Palumbo

Reviewed on April 6, 2007

Essence of man/woman is the fire that burns in the soul, driving us ever forward, unrelenting.

Be safe,
Karen

Reviewed by Robert Blackwell

Reviewed on April 6, 2007

I especially am drawn to the last line:

"We are driven, nonetheless, from deep within."

Very profound, my friend.

Reviewed by Felix Perry

Reviewed on April 6, 2007

when the human mind seeks answers, pushes forth ideas, solves problems or contemplates the universe the power that is unleashed is unimaginable. Beautiuful and thought tantalizing write Karen, I like it.

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Reviewed by Barbara Smith

Reviewed on April 6, 2007

I liked this Karen...if we didn't have the will to push ahead in life we would be failures. Thanks for sharing!

Reviewed by Andy Turner (Reader)

Reviewed on April 6, 2007

Indeed, you are what you think...

Reviewed by Art Hernandez

Reviewed on April 6, 2007

A very true thought, even...

Though Life itself seems against that effort

we are driven by our deep will to succeed and accomplish each and every goal within the essence of our lives....

a very nice work.....Art Sun...