A Picture's Worth a Thousand Poems
Viewing comments for Chapter 8 "Don't Fear the Reaper: cryptic 5-7-5"A compilation of pictapoems from my portfolio
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Comment from Alan K Pease
Your poem " The Reaper" seems to echo what is going on with the chemical warfare in Syria right now. At the time of the plague enemies of life used blankets contaminated with the illness to spread it further into innocent populations as a tactic of war. We Americans used the same tactics in our encounters with the Indians of America (smallpox). Where is our gift now for the Syrians to help fight Assads plaque of gases. Maybe soon, maybe not.
reply by the author on 30-Aug-2013
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Your poem " The Reaper" seems to echo what is going on with the chemical warfare in Syria right now. At the time of the plague enemies of life used blankets contaminated with the illness to spread it further into innocent populations as a tactic of war. We Americans used the same tactics in our encounters with the Indians of America (smallpox). Where is our gift now for the Syrians to help fight Assads plaque of gases. Maybe soon, maybe not.
Comment Written 29-Aug-2013
reply by the author on 30-Aug-2013
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You're right, Alan, the situation is becoming more and more dire there with each passing day. Also, what the white man did to the Native American Indians who were here long before he was, is a pox and a stain upon the history of this great nation.
Thanks for your fantastic review...
Comment from pipersfancy
Heck yes! Great song choice... but of course, plays second fiddle to the perfect selection of words here! Another one hit outta the ball park!
(And... how did you get the photo of Will Ferrell and boys in there??? One of SNL's funniest moments... Will Ferrell on cow bell...)
PF
reply by the author on 30-Aug-2013
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Heck yes! Great song choice... but of course, plays second fiddle to the perfect selection of words here! Another one hit outta the ball park!
(And... how did you get the photo of Will Ferrell and boys in there??? One of SNL's funniest moments... Will Ferrell on cow bell...)
PF
Comment Written 29-Aug-2013
reply by the author on 30-Aug-2013
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Hah, yes, I loved that sketch on SNL. Will Ferrell and the cheerleading, remember that? Funny stuff!
Thanks again...
Comment from STEPHEN A CARTER
comprehend your fear LOVE the first 2 lines
closely hold its darkness...near
don't fear the reaper *use another word other than 'fear'
CONSIDER;
"confront the reaper"
The music was distracting and repetitive.
Regards:
reply by the author on 29-Aug-2013
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comprehend your fear LOVE the first 2 lines
closely hold its darkness...near
don't fear the reaper *use another word other than 'fear'
CONSIDER;
"confront the reaper"
The music was distracting and repetitive.
Regards:
Comment Written 29-Aug-2013
reply by the author on 29-Aug-2013
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Thanks for you kind review and thoughtful concerns, Stephen...
Comment from Shirley E Kennedy
A stellar presentation and visual masterpiece.
I'm not sure you'll convince many not to fear the reaper but you've given it your best shot.
Then just as an added bonus you tell us not to run.Why not?
Because you can't outrun him anyhow. Tell us not to fear and... then take our hope away. Nice going.lol.
reply by the author on 30-Aug-2013
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A stellar presentation and visual masterpiece.
I'm not sure you'll convince many not to fear the reaper but you've given it your best shot.
Then just as an added bonus you tell us not to run.Why not?
Because you can't outrun him anyhow. Tell us not to fear and... then take our hope away. Nice going.lol.
Comment Written 29-Aug-2013
reply by the author on 30-Aug-2013
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You're spot-on with your assessment, as usual, seken58. Thanks for the fantastic review, and for your intelligent insight, too.
Comment from adewpearl
Your poem is in good 5/7/5 form
I really like your combination of art and words and the overall presentation
I like the fear/near rhyme and the dark atmosphere you create good incorporation of the don't fear the reaper lyric :-) Brooke
reply by the author on 29-Aug-2013
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Your poem is in good 5/7/5 form
I really like your combination of art and words and the overall presentation
I like the fear/near rhyme and the dark atmosphere you create good incorporation of the don't fear the reaper lyric :-) Brooke
Comment Written 29-Aug-2013
reply by the author on 29-Aug-2013
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Thank you very much for your very gracious review of this one, Brooke. I appreciate it.
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You're really a good artist - do you always draw/paint horror?
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Not always. I paint and draw dogs, too. Some landscapes as seen around my home. Sun rises. Things like that.
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I'd love to see you post a poem with this picture method that is about a landscape or sun rise or dog :-)
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I'd love to see you post a poem with this picture method that is about a landscape or sun rise or dog :-)
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Then, you shall. I will dedicate it to you...
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Well, that is simply super :-) Make sure to let me know when you post it!!
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How absolutely beautiful, Dean - you have made my night :-) I am honored and can't thank you enough :-) Brooke
Comment from GWHARGIS
Really liked the whole effect of this. The short poem packed a punch as most of your pieces do. Liked the picture as the back drop and the music. nicely done. Now I can't wait for the man with the hook.
reply by the author on 29-Aug-2013
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Really liked the whole effect of this. The short poem packed a punch as most of your pieces do. Liked the picture as the back drop and the music. nicely done. Now I can't wait for the man with the hook.
Comment Written 29-Aug-2013
reply by the author on 29-Aug-2013
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Hah, thank you, Gretchen. I always appreciate your unique perspectives...
Comment from Jade Lawson
OMG Dean, even with 5-7-5 poems, you do an original and fantastic format and presentation.
It is important to face our fears, only this way you may conquer them. I know this by experience. Never let your fears control your life.
reply by the author on 29-Aug-2013
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OMG Dean, even with 5-7-5 poems, you do an original and fantastic format and presentation.
It is important to face our fears, only this way you may conquer them. I know this by experience. Never let your fears control your life.
Comment Written 29-Aug-2013
reply by the author on 29-Aug-2013
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You nailed it Angel, head-on! That was my whole point. Why fear something we have no control over? Yet, live each day as if there were no tomorrows.
Thanks, again!
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welcome.
Comment from tbacha58
What an amazing verse, although me and the demons and pictures are not very friendly, but I always make an exception with your poems.
I enjoyed also reading your resume. Very interesting. Terry
reply by the author on 29-Aug-2013
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What an amazing verse, although me and the demons and pictures are not very friendly, but I always make an exception with your poems.
I enjoyed also reading your resume. Very interesting. Terry
Comment Written 29-Aug-2013
reply by the author on 29-Aug-2013
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Thank you very much for reading & reviewing it, Terry. It's greatly appreciated.
Comment from Louise Michelle
Hi Dean,
Thank you for your author's notes - they were interesting and informative. I think your message is to embrace our fears and objectively understand them so we can release them.
Hugs,
Lou
reply by the author on 29-Aug-2013
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Hi Dean,
Thank you for your author's notes - they were interesting and informative. I think your message is to embrace our fears and objectively understand them so we can release them.
Hugs,
Lou
Comment Written 29-Aug-2013
reply by the author on 29-Aug-2013
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And you would have thought correctly, Lou. Thanks for 'nailing' my reasonings behind this poem. Death...it's as inevitable as, well, death & taxes...
Comment from Ridley Williams
Blue Oyster Cult, gotta' love 'em. Great backup music with the piece, and, for those who aren't paying attention in regards to the future, the handwriting is on the wall.
"The die all seem cast,
there's not much,
you can do.
As the Reaper
stands patiently
waiting for you."
Just a fact of life. Live it while you can, right? Fun read and background song, Bill
reply by the author on 29-Aug-2013
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Blue Oyster Cult, gotta' love 'em. Great backup music with the piece, and, for those who aren't paying attention in regards to the future, the handwriting is on the wall.
"The die all seem cast,
there's not much,
you can do.
As the Reaper
stands patiently
waiting for you."
Just a fact of life. Live it while you can, right? Fun read and background song, Bill
Comment Written 29-Aug-2013
reply by the author on 29-Aug-2013
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Thanks very much, Bill.