This Old Man... (poem) by Retta (Reindeer) Mckenzie on AuthorsDen

Reviewed by Kate Clifford (Reader)

Reviewed on May 14, 2003

Old Spice is a scent that follows me even now. Wonderful write. Never apolozie for an image your heart needed to talk about.

Reviewed by A PAX

Reviewed on May 14, 2003

Years ago, I read this book called the Superman myth, back in the 70's. about why men become the way they do...there were a million reasons listed, but I could find not one excuse for abusive conduct.......
reasons and excuses are 2 entirely different creatures.......and when someone loses reason, albiet thru drink or whatever...they become a creature....
pax
Anita

Reviewed by Calendula Petal (Reader)

Reviewed on May 14, 2003

Your words make me feel so sad, I cant even begin to image what it must have been like.
I hope writing this down in black and white, has helped.

Reviewed by na na (Reader)

Reviewed on May 14, 2003

Oh my God! What an excellent poem. How deep and insightful. How memories shoo out at the readers. You are a very masterful writer. Gosh Retta ... It just doesn't get any better than this. I can feel the Indian blood in me pounding in my veins and the touch of a higher power inside of me. Your friend Bill

Reviewed by Christine Morell

Reviewed on May 14, 2003

Harrowing to read, but powerfully expressed and from your heart. An outstanding piece, reindeer.
Chrissie

Reviewed by Connie Hinnen Cook (Reader)

Reviewed on May 14, 2003

Many men have feet of clay. And this powerful write is heartbreaking, Reindeer. I thank you for sharing your soul with us.

Reviewed by Karla Dorman, The StormSpinner

Reviewed on May 14, 2003

(((((reindeer))))) *tears* and (((HUGS))) powerful, gutwrenching emotions pour from your soul and pen...and onto the paper...let it out...((((((HUGS))))) and i'm sorry...love, karla. *tears*

Reviewed by Joseph* OneLight*® (Reader)

Reviewed on May 14, 2003

Reindeer, You write so powerfully about real life and that's what makes you great!

~Joseph

Reviewed by La Belle Rouge (Reader)

Reviewed on May 14, 2003

Raw with emotion, powerful write that wrenches the heart.

Reviewed by Sara Russell

Reviewed on May 14, 2003

Out of the pain and tragedy, a powerful poem has emerged. Thanks for sharing this.... Sara.

Reviewed by Tinka Boukes

Reviewed on May 14, 2003

Sad... excellent write Reindeer!!

Reviewed by E T Waldron

Reviewed on May 13, 2003

heart-wrenching Reindeer, but men are just that men, not gods nor are women, we are all weak souls trying to find our way, and the grace of a creator helps, if we ask him to...

Reviewed by Ron (sketchman) Axelson (Reader)

Reviewed on May 13, 2003

Sad, abuse is. I'm glad you survived...
excellent write Reindeer.....

Reviewed by Erin Kelly-Moen

Reviewed on May 13, 2003

Though there was no beatings that I was aware of, my father also fell from Godhood to Alcoholism, he divorced his 6 kids and eventually died. Your piece exquisitely expresses the loss of an idol some children have forced into their conscience, a painful and bewildering experience that leaves gaps and cracks that stretch and ripple our futures... Sad write, sad memories, Retta.

Reviewed by Gwen Dickerson

Reviewed on May 13, 2003

Painful experiences and painful memories that you masterfully presented in this sad, well written poem!

Reviewed by William Bonilla

Reviewed on May 13, 2003

Retta
You have here a masterful write of a sad past,
Excellent

William...love & peace

Reviewed by Marilyn Seray

Reviewed on May 13, 2003

ITA to what Elizabeth said.
such pain and heartbreak in this extremely well written piece.

Reviewed by Jack Roberts

Reviewed on May 13, 2003

You did a very good job on this Retta. Well done!
Jack

Reviewed by Rodney Bohen

Reviewed on May 13, 2003

Retta,
I feel this piece quite strong indeed! nay,more than that,It siezed me, tore my heart, thats the truth! Write where your heart takes you,and record what you see......Grand piece my sister, I feel your heartbeat in mine.
Rodney Evan Bohen

Reviewed by Shadow Writer (Reader)

Reviewed on May 13, 2003

this is so profound, you have a great talent, I enjoy your work.

Reviewed by Amor Sabor

Reviewed on May 13, 2003

This is an exceptional write and the clarity of your words projects that emotion to the forefront.
Amor

Reviewed by *********** ********** (Reader)

Reviewed on May 13, 2003

You write with a great deal of strength....I love that in writing....this is another top class poem Retta.....thanks, Dani

Reviewed by Sara Coslett

Reviewed on May 13, 2003

Reindeer, this is so sad...I remember the first time I found out my dad was not perfect. I never forgave him for that, but eventually I got over it.

Reviewed by Tony Nerone (Reader)

Reviewed on May 13, 2003

Dear Retta, Great Job!!

tony

Reviewed by Sandie May Joyce (Sandie Angel)

Reviewed on May 13, 2003

We always longed for the beautiful things in life, even the memories. I hope you will always remember him as the way he used to be. Very expressive write indeed!

Sandie Angel :o) a.k.a. May Lu $*_*$

Reviewed by Elizabeth Taylor (Reader)

Reviewed on May 13, 2003

It's a long fall from those high pedestals.
A good work.