The Gift of Reason (poem) by Dawn Anderson on AuthorsDen

Reviewed by Cryssa C

Reviewed on August 14, 2008

These words seem familiar... Is it just my imagination or is this a poem that you have rewritten as an acrostics?
Maybe it is just that the last line is haunting... bringing back memories to me of things that were better left unsaid...

Cryssa

Reviewed by Jeanette Cooper

Reviewed on August 14, 2008

I guess we could all apply a bit of damage control when it comes to the mouth. When you stop and think about it, the mouth is the storehouse and output of personality. It is also the tumultuous reliever of emotion--and that's where the danger lies. (You always write poems that are really thought provoking.)

Reviewed by William Bonilla

Reviewed on August 13, 2008

most enjoyable write.... Dawn
Love & peace

William

Reviewed by Ken Chartrand

Reviewed on August 2, 2008

Hello Dawn, I read your poem,"The Gift of Reason" Yes, some people have secrets, some reveal them eventually, some do not. Life is somewhat a mystery. Nice poem. Makes one think. Keep up the good work. Please feel free to visit my site here in the "Den".

Reviewed by Ed J.

Reviewed on July 31, 2008

A bitter ring of familiarity in this. Wonderful poem and yes acrostic element says it all. I enjoyed reading as I do all your poems.

Ed

Reviewed by Paul Berube

Reviewed on July 30, 2008

Dawn,

I'm reminded of that old cliche of opening one's mouth only to find a foot has been inserted but sometimes we never know until we ask. Peace, Love and Blessings Always, Paul.

Reviewed by Abdi-Noor Mohamed (Eagle Of Hope)

Reviewed on July 30, 2008

So sad but nothing should be left unsiad

Reviewed by C. McGovern-Bowen

Reviewed on July 30, 2008

ah, reason and wisdom, if only we each used these gifts to their
fullest...
another wonderful write, dawn. many congrats on your book!
how do you like teaching english in milan?
be well, poetess,
carolyn

Reviewed by Amber Moonstone

Reviewed on July 29, 2008

Dawn, I love this acrostic poem...I just read your bio, I cannot believe you live in Italy, and you were from Connecticut..I live in Connecticut.. kindred souls I am feeling..
Peace, love, and light,
Amber "V"

Reviewed by John Flanagan

Reviewed on July 29, 2008

Wise and true, too true for all of us at some time at least in our lives. Well expressed, Dawn.
John

Reviewed by Karen Vanderlaan

Reviewed on July 29, 2008

very creative and to the point! enjoyed!

Reviewed by Chantilly Lace (Reader)

Reviewed on July 29, 2008

Very well done indeed,I have missed you..thank you so very much for caring about me..you truly are very sweet..have a wonderful and safe night OK...Hugsss

Reviewed by Karen Palumbo

Reviewed on July 29, 2008

Very wise and meaningful. Sometimes we need to listen and hold our tongue....

Be always safe,
Karen

Reviewed by Felix Perry

Reviewed on July 29, 2008

Wonderful acroustic Dawn and very clever for there is so much truth in this one.
hugs
Fee

Reviewed by Shedding Light

Reviewed on July 29, 2008

I really like how creative you were with
the acronym " secrets. " Very clever !!

Harold M. Nash

Reviewed by Mary Patterson

Reviewed on July 29, 2008

Sometimes its better not to know the truth , or sometimes it can open many doors. A thinking poem.....M

Reviewed by Gianetta Ellis (Reader)

Reviewed on July 29, 2008

What we're willing to accept as "truth" is often not the truth at all - you've skillfully painted another portrait of a moment in one's life. This is your gift - to present your readers with poignant snapshots into the psyche/heart of one...

Reviewed by Tinka Boukes

Reviewed on July 29, 2008

Very well said Dawn!!

Love Tinka

Reviewed by Linda Law

Reviewed on July 29, 2008

Unique way of writing some very wise verses... good job... lindalaw

Reviewed by Edwin Hurdle

Reviewed on July 29, 2008

I like this poem a lot.take care

Edwin

Reviewed by Bernice Angoh

Reviewed on July 29, 2008

Perfect! You are back!!!

Reviewed by Christine Alwin

Reviewed on July 29, 2008

..such truth in this Dawn..crazy what we face at times.. Excellent Write!
Christine

Reviewed by Lois Christensen

Reviewed on July 29, 2008

Reminds me that where I am moving to a sr low income apt they like to gossip a lot, so to not let any thing confidential come out of my mouth. I'll be better off keeping certain things to myself from now on.

Reviewed by Liana Margiva

Reviewed on July 29, 2008

I LOVE YOUR WORDS!!!!!!!!! Liana Margiva

Reviewed by L Hippler

Reviewed on July 29, 2008

A sad one but very nicely done, Dawn.
Larry

Reviewed by Rose Rideout

Reviewed on July 29, 2008

Thank you for sharing another wonderful piece of you through your words Dawn.

Newfie Hugs, Rose

Reviewed by Gene Williamson

Reviewed on July 29, 2008

Gift of Reason, Dawn, is a Gift of Writing. Good to see
that you're as good as ever. The Mediterranean obviously
agreed with you; it wouldn't dare do otherwise. -gene.

Reviewed by Mr. Ed

Reviewed on July 29, 2008

Powerfully sad, Dawn. I think some secrets are truly better left, unsaid.