Comment from Jacob1395

Excellent

I love a walk when there's freshly fallen snow, it's the sound of the crunch underneath my feet I really like about it. I don't think I would stretch to a run though either. A well written piece, I enjoyed reading it.

 Comment Written 09-Nov-2024

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reply by the author on 10-Nov-2024

Thanks, Jacob. It's the sound of the crunch of snow underneath my ass that's the problem.

Comment from jaded831

Excellent

Your poem gave me a laugh. After the election I really needed it. I so enjoy your work. Your simple poem is true. These days even hot days are bad. I think a tred mill is the way to go.

 Comment Written 09-Nov-2024

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reply by the author on 10-Nov-2024

Thanks for the review, Carolyn. Don't worry about the election. Everything is going to be fine.

Comment from Begin Again

Excellent

Amen! My bones are already screaming and shivering at the thought, and the snow hasn't even begun. I praise the body that still finds joy in confronting the icy chills of nature. But it's not mine.
Smiles, Carol

 Comment Written 09-Nov-2024

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reply by the author on 10-Nov-2024

Thanks for the review, Carol. As I get older, the joy is fading, but I'm going to try to keep at it.

reply by Begin Again on 10-Nov-2024

Writing seems to be the only "rewarding vice" I have left and I pray I can hold on to it for a long time. I wish you the best of luck. Smiles - Carol

Comment from Sandra Stoner-Mitchell

Excellent

Twenty syllables doesn't give you much to work with, but your two lines that also rhyme, worked very well. It's not forced, it is a statement of fact, (who would be daft enough to run in deep snow?) I think this is an excellent contest entry. Well done and good luck! :)) Sandra xx

 Comment Written 09-Nov-2024

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reply by the author on 10-Nov-2024

Thanks, Sandra. Fifty years ago I used to run in any kind of weather. It's funny how old age can change your habits.

Comment from gansach

Excellent

This is a very good entry for the 20 syllable poem competition. Your syllable count is spot on, nice artwork for illustration, a good rhyme, and a very relatable thought. I can certainly agree with your thinking in this scenario and, in fact, might find several excuses for skipping the jog in any weather-LOL! Great job!

 Comment Written 09-Nov-2024

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reply by the author on 10-Nov-2024

Thanks, gansach. I'm coming up with more excuses as the years go by.

Comment from ESOSTINE

Excellent

Never safe to hit the track running when the road is piled with snow. Very risky, I suppose, and I won't be out there. Smiles! Thanks for sharing. Well penned, meeting the contest rules. Regards

 Comment Written 09-Nov-2024

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reply by the author on 10-Nov-2024

Thanks, ESOSTINE. The best I can do now is hit the track at a slow jog.

Comment from Nicki Nance

Excellent

This is a perfect entry. A whole story in 20 words so relatable that I am sure a lot of us mentally went between the covers. The graphic that seems made for it.

 Comment Written 09-Nov-2024

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reply by the author on 10-Nov-2024

Thanks, Nicki. Between the covers is more inviting as the years tick by.

Comment from F. William Lester

Excellent

Smart man. I'm at the age where there's not much insulation beneath the sagging parchment skin and my limit is somewhere around 50 degrees. Nicely done. Good luck in the contest. Be well.

 Comment Written 08-Nov-2024

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reply by the author on 10-Nov-2024

Thanks, F. William. I'm getting closer to that 50 degree limit all the time.

Comment from Boogienights

Excellent

Good for you! That makes sense to me. Living in Minnesota, it can get well below zero and the winds! I know what cold is all about, l love your 20 sllyable poem. Best of luck in the contest. :)

 Comment Written 08-Nov-2024

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reply by the author on 10-Nov-2024

Thanks for the review, Boogie. I get goosebumps just thinking about your Minnesota winters.

Comment from Pearl Edwards

Excellent

That sounds like a good idea to me too. I have only seen snow once, but I am pretty sure I wouldn't want to be out for a run in those conditions. A fun twenty syllables Paul, well used.
cheers

 Comment Written 08-Nov-2024

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reply by the author on 10-Nov-2024

Thanks, Valda. I used to enjoy the snow years ago, but old age is changing my mind.