Friend In A Phial (poem) by Jon Michael Willey on AuthorsDen

Reviewed by Mary Patterson

Reviewed on June 14, 2009

Very well expressed. Many try to escape in various ways, so they don't have to face the what ifs of life......M

Reviewed by Regis Auffray

Reviewed on May 17, 2009

Humankind's constant search for the ultimate "escape." Very effectively expressed, Jon. Love and peace to you,

Regis

Reviewed by Edwin Hurdle

Reviewed on April 24, 2009

Great poem,I enjoy reading it,take care

Edwin

Reviewed by John Flanagan

Reviewed on April 22, 2009

Jon,
Highly expressive and with such generous, well selected vocabulary and image. All abuse is a comfort of some sort, a crutch to help us along and while I'm aware of the consequences and that the damage to self and others can be terrible I see if not condone the need and want. A heroin addict (being interviewed on TV) once said, "When I'm there, it's like being wrapped from head to toe in cotton wool."
I must add to Gene's praise of you and your skill and courage to explore new territory. This is very fine indeed.
John

Reviewed by Gene Williamson

Reviewed on April 22, 2009

Jon, I admire the skill with which you venture into new territories.
The writing here, as always, is rich in all the qualities that make
a great poem.

the master of suasion stitches a smile

I'm a sucker for good alliteration. -gene.

Reviewed by E T Waldron

Reviewed on April 22, 2009

You put it so beautifully, I want some;-) Sounds like a great getaway! However I do know the consequences...first rate as always Jon!

Love,
Eileen

Reviewed by Jackie (Micke) Jinks

Reviewed on April 22, 2009

'Tho the phial contains a soporific friend, your poem definately does NOT fall into that category, Jon! Very imaginative, but sad, visions of opiate addiction dismanteling a life; well written, friend!
Blessings and Love - Micke

Reviewed by JASMIN HORST SEILER

Reviewed on April 22, 2009

"The master of suation stitches a smile",One of many fine lines Jon, great poetic expressions, Blessings! Jasmin Horst

Reviewed by Ronald Hull

Reviewed on April 22, 2009

Sounds like the start of a good short story. I think we should legalize them again. So little old ladies could choose their poison instead of sitting listless in a nursing home until their next pill to la la land.

Like the way this stretches your writing muscle like my Honeysuckle Rain.

Ron

Reviewed by Christine Alwin

Reviewed on April 22, 2009

Enchanting...think you put me in a dream...beautiful Jon!
love to you,
Christine

Reviewed by Chantilly Lace (Reader)

Reviewed on April 22, 2009

Very powerful writing sweet Jon,but done so well..very well done indeed...Hugss...keep smiling OK
Love,
Chanti Lace xoxo

Reviewed by Karen Lynn Vidra, The Texas Tornado

Reviewed on April 22, 2009

Powerful pen, Jon; well done! Love the imagery in this!

(((HUGS))) and much love, your friend in Tx., Karen Lynn. :(

Reviewed by Liana Margiva

Reviewed on April 22, 2009

Beautiful poem!!!!!!!!!!! Liana Margiva