The Heart of Poetry
Viewing comments for Chapter 51 "Rivers"'Tis not the Bard, but pretty good poetry anyway
27 total reviews
Comment from aanneee
I'm giving you a 6 star because you made me homesick. Dad's favorite to be was sitting down at the River Thames, we'd feed the ducks and swans play on the old never-used bandstand whilst Dad smoked his Players read his Sunday Paper and once in a while would look up to make sure we had not fallen in the water. Often a ferry boat over to Hampton Court. The old man row boat owner was older than old, wiped his nose on his coat sleeve in spite of a handkerchief in his pocket and his boat was rickety and older than he was...happy memories. Loved your verse and your picture choice - it was a pleasure to read you this morning - Dinah
reply by the author on 15-Jun-2014
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I'm giving you a 6 star because you made me homesick. Dad's favorite to be was sitting down at the River Thames, we'd feed the ducks and swans play on the old never-used bandstand whilst Dad smoked his Players read his Sunday Paper and once in a while would look up to make sure we had not fallen in the water. Often a ferry boat over to Hampton Court. The old man row boat owner was older than old, wiped his nose on his coat sleeve in spite of a handkerchief in his pocket and his boat was rickety and older than he was...happy memories. Loved your verse and your picture choice - it was a pleasure to read you this morning - Dinah
Comment Written 14-Jun-2014
reply by the author on 15-Jun-2014
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Thank you so very much Dinah. And it was a pleasure to read your wonderful commentary and personal memories brought out by 'Rivers'. I always appreciate your support. :-) Carolyn
Comment from lakeport
Rivers, indeed beautiful nature, that's a beautiful expresseed poem, very nice rhyming, I enjoyed reading it. Good luck at the contest.God bless you.hugs!Lakeport.
reply by the author on 11-Jun-2014
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Rivers, indeed beautiful nature, that's a beautiful expresseed poem, very nice rhyming, I enjoyed reading it. Good luck at the contest.God bless you.hugs!Lakeport.
Comment Written 11-Jun-2014
reply by the author on 11-Jun-2014
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Thanks for the wonderful review. So glad you liked Rivers. :-) Carolyn
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your welcome,Hugs!lakeport.
Comment from Spitfire
You've created a marvelous picture though words that appeal to the sense of sight and sound. Love the last line with its allusion to the psalm. One nit:it's Maker's hand-- no apostrophe needed in "its"
reply by the author on 08-Jun-2014
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You've created a marvelous picture though words that appeal to the sense of sight and sound. Love the last line with its allusion to the psalm. One nit:it's Maker's hand-- no apostrophe needed in "its"
Comment Written 07-Jun-2014
reply by the author on 08-Jun-2014
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Thank you Shari for the sweet review. I'm glad you enjoyed it.
(Got the nit). :-)Carolyn
Comment from angelface2
Very nice, Carolyn. I really like the picture. Somehow water and flowing water seems so soothing. Good poem and good luck in the contest. Miss Sally
reply by the author on 08-Jun-2014
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Very nice, Carolyn. I really like the picture. Somehow water and flowing water seems so soothing. Good poem and good luck in the contest. Miss Sally
Comment Written 07-Jun-2014
reply by the author on 08-Jun-2014
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Thanks Sally,
Glad you enjoyed this one. Yes water does have a soothing effect. Have a great week. :-) Carolyn
Comment from adewpearl
solid rhyming couplets
excellent personification of the river with verbs like dally and calm down
gorgeous detail of setting
it's maker - drop the apostrophe
nice alliteration in rivers reflected
and Creation's canvas
I like the proximate rhyme of behold/soul
a wonderfully spiritual tone in this poem of appreciation for God's Creation :-) Brooke
reply by the author on 08-Jun-2014
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solid rhyming couplets
excellent personification of the river with verbs like dally and calm down
gorgeous detail of setting
it's maker - drop the apostrophe
nice alliteration in rivers reflected
and Creation's canvas
I like the proximate rhyme of behold/soul
a wonderfully spiritual tone in this poem of appreciation for God's Creation :-) Brooke
Comment Written 07-Jun-2014
reply by the author on 08-Jun-2014
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Thank you Brook, for a wonderful review. I will fix the its. :-)Carolyn
Comment from country ranch writer
THE RIVER BECONS ONE TO COME DOWN AND WATCH THE WATER AND THE BEAUTIFUL SUNSETS IT HAS TO OFFER. ALONG THE WAY YOU FEEL REJUVINATED BY THE QUIETNESS
reply by the author on 07-Jun-2014
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THE RIVER BECONS ONE TO COME DOWN AND WATCH THE WATER AND THE BEAUTIFUL SUNSETS IT HAS TO OFFER. ALONG THE WAY YOU FEEL REJUVINATED BY THE QUIETNESS
Comment Written 07-Jun-2014
reply by the author on 07-Jun-2014
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Hi there, I enjoyed your re-cap of the poem. Thank you so very much for your kind words. :-) Carolyn
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Comment from seaglass
Rivers, something we take for granted. But, they are the lifeblood of our planet, each flowing to the sea. Your poem paints a picture of these beauties and reminds us of the blessings with have in creation.
reply by the author on 07-Jun-2014
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Rivers, something we take for granted. But, they are the lifeblood of our planet, each flowing to the sea. Your poem paints a picture of these beauties and reminds us of the blessings with have in creation.
Comment Written 06-Jun-2014
reply by the author on 07-Jun-2014
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Our God is so good, in that He provided all we need, including an abundant water supply. Glad you enjoyed this one seaglass.
:-) Carolyn
Comment from Tegan1311
A very good poem. It's not easy to grab and keep the reader's attention with such a short work, but you definitely did it with me. A great subject too with clear descriptions that I could picture very well.
reply by the author on 07-Jun-2014
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A very good poem. It's not easy to grab and keep the reader's attention with such a short work, but you definitely did it with me. A great subject too with clear descriptions that I could picture very well.
Comment Written 06-Jun-2014
reply by the author on 07-Jun-2014
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Thanks Tegan 1311, I am delighted Rivers kept your attention and that you enjoyed it. :-) Carolyn
Comment from Ben Colder
I like this. The poem flows as the rivers on the back side of my mind. Nothing wrong I see. Best of luck in the contest. Shalom my friend.
reply by the author on 07-Jun-2014
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I like this. The poem flows as the rivers on the back side of my mind. Nothing wrong I see. Best of luck in the contest. Shalom my friend.
Comment Written 06-Jun-2014
reply by the author on 07-Jun-2014
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Thank you Ben Colder, for the great review and best wishes. I'm glad you enjoyed Rivers.
:-) Carolyn
Comment from Irish Rain
Love how the tranquility of your quatrain restores my soul! Great entry, truly beautiful...I can clearly see the picture your words paint! Blessings tonight!
reply by the author on 07-Jun-2014
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Love how the tranquility of your quatrain restores my soul! Great entry, truly beautiful...I can clearly see the picture your words paint! Blessings tonight!
Comment Written 06-Jun-2014
reply by the author on 07-Jun-2014
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I am glad you enjoyed the little bit of Psalms.. Thanks for the lovely comments and best wishes, it would be nice to win.
:-) Carolyn