A Crowd of One (poem) by Dawn Anderson on AuthorsDen

Reviewed on November 8, 2010

Truly a beautiful piece. Love the reflection in this and that patio view is not bad either.

Reviewed on November 2, 2010

Enjoying that quiet moments that are all ours before getting back to the hustle and bustle -- so good to retreat, isn't it? ~Hugs, Elizabeth

Reviewed by Jon Willey

Reviewed on October 31, 2010

Recognition and submission are evident Dawn. We easily note circumstance we question and do not enjoy. Then in lemming like fashion submit. Views change when perspective is altered. Good or bad? Love and peace o you my dear friend. Jon Michael

Reviewed by TONY NERONE

Reviewed on October 27, 2010

I am sorry Dawn I almost missed this outstanding writing. I certainly can relate to this piece. I am Mr. Lonely Man.

GOD BLESS YOU
TONY

Reviewed by Jms Bell

Reviewed on October 26, 2010

INDEED IT IS ABOUT PERSPECTIVE... AND SOMEONE WILL BE STANDING ON THEIR BALCONY...WATCHING YOU AS YOU MOVE STRAIGHT AHEAD...GOING ABOUT YOUR DAY. THANKS FOR SHARING AND BLESSINGS, LOVE & FAITH, DAWN. JOYCE * HIS INSPIRATIONS

Reviewed by Kate Burnside

Reviewed on October 26, 2010

ahhh yes... how we know of these well-captured feelings, Dawn! But what a beautiful ledge from which to look down, both inwardly and actually. And, of course, even whilst later "rushing past with eyes straight ahead", we can always still stand mentally and conceptually on that tranquil, heavenly balcony notwithstanding.... Always sanctuary in a crowd... xx

Reviewed by Gianetta Ellis (Reader)

Reviewed on October 26, 2010

And even as you merge with that world, you are/can be ever the observer - maintaining that awareness that enables you to never lose yourself in/to the crowd, no self-disassociation . . .

Reviewed by Paul Judges

Reviewed on October 26, 2010

Delightful simplicity, Dawn

Reviewed by Richard Cederberg

Reviewed on October 25, 2010

You have romantic sensibilities. Reminds me of the analogy of the tree surounding by a circle of people holding hands. All looking at the same thing but seeing something different. Such is life.
r

Reviewed by David Maclellan

Reviewed on October 24, 2010

I guess Dawn if you were never to experience being "one of them" then the serenity of the solitude would be far less appreciated. Your poetic expression is (as always) beautiful!
Best regards
David

Reviewed by Morgan Merriweather

Reviewed on October 23, 2010

A crowd of one, awesome title. To view the Gorgeous balcony, but, there's the chaos below; the trick is how to stay on the balcony. ~ Morgan

Reviewed by Karen Vanderlaan

Reviewed on October 23, 2010

ther is such a sense of honesty in you poetry, of real life but so peaceful, i enjoy it very much

Reviewed by Regis Auffray

Reviewed on October 23, 2010

You have very effectively recreated and shared the moment and the experience born from it via your verses, Dawn. Thank you. Love and best wishes to you,

Regis

Reviewed by Carol Grace

Reviewed on October 23, 2010

What a great use of comparison to clear delineate between peace and chaos. And, as usual, your words create images so that we are there. Thanks for sharing.

Reviewed by J'nia Fowler

Reviewed on October 23, 2010

Refreshing Dawn. J'nia

Reviewed by Sheila Roy

Reviewed on October 22, 2010

I like how you demostrate how fine that line is; the peace and quiet just feet away from life in motion. Well done.
Sheila

Reviewed by Axilea MU

Reviewed on October 22, 2010

A different perspective that is much needed. Something that I can really feel and understand too.

Axilea

Reviewed by John Flanagan

Reviewed on October 22, 2010

A temporary retreat, Dawn, catching a quiet breath, a way of preparing 'a face to meet the faces that you meet'.
Lovely moment well captured, keeping you balanced and sane.

John

Reviewed by Christine Alwin

Reviewed on October 22, 2010

..good thing there are times of peace to get thru the rat races :) wonderful work Dawn!

Reviewed by Gene Williamson

Reviewed on October 22, 2010

As your words suggest, dear Dawn, yours is a magic balcony. -gene,

Reviewed by Peter Schlosser (Reader)

Reviewed on October 22, 2010

mental preparation for the rat-race. we leave our hermetically sealed micro-environs for the dog-eat-dog world of deadlines, schedules and manic-depression.

Reviewed by Amber Moonstone

Reviewed on October 22, 2010

Dawn, Looking at the balcony reminds me of a painting of Romeo and Juliet that I have on my wall in my bedroom.
Your poem is very tranquil and peaceful. It is lovely to watch people, like Sage said, it fuels our pens.

Much peace, love and light,
Amber

Reviewed by Felix Perry

Reviewed on October 22, 2010

Soothing words in this one ...
fee

Reviewed by Christine Tsen

Reviewed on October 22, 2010

An eloquent poetic observation ~ there are so many passageways in a day, and you wrote of this one cleverly, with grace.
Your balcony is charming!
Blessings,
Christine

Reviewed by George Carroll

Reviewed on October 22, 2010

We have to cherish those moments of peace before the day begins and we are caught up in daily living.

George

Reviewed by Jerry Bolton (Reader)

Reviewed on October 22, 2010

Yep. It is all in the manner of where, and what, we look and are seeing. Peace and quiet, I have grown accustomed to that joy of life these late years.

Reviewed by Liana Margiva

Reviewed on October 22, 2010

LOVELY!!!!!!!!!!!! Liana Margiva

Reviewed by Sage Sweetwater

Reviewed on October 21, 2010

A bird's-eye view of what makes poetry, Dawn...keep watching...voyeurism gives us the fuel to reload our quills...be well. Blessed Be.

Love,
Sage