A Picture's Worth a Thousand Poems
Viewing comments for Chapter 19 "~Vlad the Impaler~"A compilation of pictapoems from my portfolio
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Comment from CrystieCookie999
Very black humor makes this concise little 5-7-5 very strong indeed. I would point out that enemies heads should be enemies' heads and also foes respect should be foes' respect.
reply by the author on 22-Nov-2013
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Very black humor makes this concise little 5-7-5 very strong indeed. I would point out that enemies heads should be enemies' heads and also foes respect should be foes' respect.
Comment Written 22-Nov-2013
reply by the author on 22-Nov-2013
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Thanks, CrystalCookie999, much appreciated. I left all punctuation out because it's a 5-7-5, and they are not traditionally punctuated, by design. I felt if I punctuated some, I would have to do it all.
I appreciate the great review, though!
Comment from mfowler
You have a dramatic presentation. You have the format sorted. You famous character of title and first line attracts the attention. You gory second line drives home your bloody intention and then you subtly close with a punny line with the statistical reference. All the ingredients of a good entry - a clean wound should we say.
reply by the author on 23-Nov-2013
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You have a dramatic presentation. You have the format sorted. You famous character of title and first line attracts the attention. You gory second line drives home your bloody intention and then you subtly close with a punny line with the statistical reference. All the ingredients of a good entry - a clean wound should we say.
Comment Written 22-Nov-2013
reply by the author on 23-Nov-2013
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Thanks so much, mfowler, and I am really glad you know of the connection between Vlad the Impaler, and the Dracula fictional character. Many don't know that Bram Stoker got his idea for his book from the notorious Turkish prince.
Thanks so much again, most appreciated!
Comment from Dorothy Farrell
Perfect 5/7/5 for the competition. Well written in the required 17 syllables and the last line in particular is very good. Liked the word 'spiked' - good homonym. Good luck in the contest. Regards Dorothy
reply by the author on 23-Nov-2013
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Perfect 5/7/5 for the competition. Well written in the required 17 syllables and the last line in particular is very good. Liked the word 'spiked' - good homonym. Good luck in the contest. Regards Dorothy
Comment Written 22-Nov-2013
reply by the author on 23-Nov-2013
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Ah, thanks for such an encouraging review on this one, Dorothy, I really appreciate that! As far as the contest goes, I'll take all of the luck and support that I can get!
Thanks again...
Comment from evrenios
Love the music - Sort of a Carmina Burana sound alike. Very nice poem. I found it hard to concentrate on your words with the music, however. The music draws my attention rather than your words. I would suggest leaving it off - it doesn't work for me. I spent my time trying to place it. It is so present in sound, it distracts from your wonderful words. I eventually had to turn my sound off. Now that the sound is off, I will give you my impression of your work. This is excellent, although I don't see the Dracula reference. (other than the staked heads). It is concise, clean and a clever play on words. Congratulations.
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reply by the author on 22-Nov-2013
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Love the music - Sort of a Carmina Burana sound alike. Very nice poem. I found it hard to concentrate on your words with the music, however. The music draws my attention rather than your words. I would suggest leaving it off - it doesn't work for me. I spent my time trying to place it. It is so present in sound, it distracts from your wonderful words. I eventually had to turn my sound off. Now that the sound is off, I will give you my impression of your work. This is excellent, although I don't see the Dracula reference. (other than the staked heads). It is concise, clean and a clever play on words. Congratulations.
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Comment Written 22-Nov-2013
reply by the author on 22-Nov-2013
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Thanks, envrenios. I appreciate the opinion...
Bram Stoker got the idea for his book , Dracula from a real figure named Vlad Dracul, of the Dracul clan. He was a warrior in the 1400s who had a penchant for cutting off the heads of the enemies he vanquished, then staking them out in the battlefield to strike terror in the hearts of his enemies. Stoker got the idea for the Dracula character from Vlad the impaler. Google it, it may help...
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That is great news! Is there some way you can put this info in your author's notes? It is truly interesting and will provide an interesting background to you excellent work.
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No authors note allowed, per the contest rules, or I would have. Initially, I did have this in my notes. But, if you read the contest rules, it states in bold letters, "NO AUTHORS NOTES". So, I had to comply and go with what I already had written.
Comment from Joan E.
Oh, quite a play on words with "spiked," and what a super-charged presentation! I was amazed you could pack so much into a 5-7-5 and include alliteration. Cheers- Joan
reply by the author on 23-Nov-2013
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Oh, quite a play on words with "spiked," and what a super-charged presentation! I was amazed you could pack so much into a 5-7-5 and include alliteration. Cheers- Joan
Comment Written 22-Nov-2013
reply by the author on 23-Nov-2013
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Thank so much, Joan, I really appreciate it. If more felt the way you did, it would be winning the contest right now, LOL...
Thanks so much, again!
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Ah, a blind contest--best wishes and happy weekend- Joan
Comment from livelylinda
Author: fun with music, bold picture and play on words. I'd give it a six stars if I had any. Enjoyable read and listen. livelylinda
reply by the author on 23-Nov-2013
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Author: fun with music, bold picture and play on words. I'd give it a six stars if I had any. Enjoyable read and listen. livelylinda
Comment Written 22-Nov-2013
reply by the author on 23-Nov-2013
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Thanks so much, livelylinda, I really appreciate that! If more people felt as you did, it would be winning the contest right now, LOL...
Thanks again, my friend. I am sincerely grateful for you wonderful review.
Comment from KG Writes
Dear Unknown Author, No, I don't suppose losing your head in a battle with this guy would ever be such a good idea. lol Fun read. Well done. Good job. Very best of luck in the contest. KG Writes
reply by the author on 23-Nov-2013
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Dear Unknown Author, No, I don't suppose losing your head in a battle with this guy would ever be such a good idea. lol Fun read. Well done. Good job. Very best of luck in the contest. KG Writes
Comment Written 22-Nov-2013
reply by the author on 23-Nov-2013
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Thanks a million, KG Writes! Nope, going up against old Vlad unprepared usually ended up badly for those he fought in battle. And the way the contest is looking right now, I can use all of the luck that I can get!
Thanks again, I'm most grateful.
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Mystery Writer, Looks like you're doing okay so far in the contest. Guess you will know the outcome soon. You are most welcome for the review. Enjoy the rest of your evening. KG Writes
Comment from ELumpkins
Wierd but well written and presented. The pictures the Author chose to present this piece is perfect. Staked enemys head on poles. Foes respect soon spiked. Now that's wierd.
reply by the author on 23-Nov-2013
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Wierd but well written and presented. The pictures the Author chose to present this piece is perfect. Staked enemys head on poles. Foes respect soon spiked. Now that's wierd.
Comment Written 22-Nov-2013
reply by the author on 23-Nov-2013
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hah, yeah, he sure did, EL. Vlad was the Turkish prince Bram Stoker based his fictional character DRACULA on. When Vlad and his men defeated an army, they would sever the heads and place them on spikes on the battlefield for everyone to see. Needless to say, not too many foes wanted to go up against him.
Thanks again!
Comment from emrpoems
Stunning presentation. Where did you get he picture?
The perfect syllable count 5-7-5 .
Strong entry for the contest.
Good luck
reply by the author on 23-Nov-2013
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Stunning presentation. Where did you get he picture?
The perfect syllable count 5-7-5 .
Strong entry for the contest.
Good luck
Comment Written 22-Nov-2013
reply by the author on 23-Nov-2013
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Thanks, emrpoems, I really appreciate the wonderful review.
The picture came from my photobucket account. I've had it for some time now. As far as luck, by the looks of things right now, I am going to need all of the luck that I can get, LOL!
Comment from Adri7enne
You may as well have signed it with your name, Dean. It's hardly a blind entry at this point. I'd "stake my head" on it. LOL!
A strong presentation with your signature musical accompaniment. Who needs author notes, uh? Great picture! Good luck in the contest.
reply by the author on 23-Nov-2013
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You may as well have signed it with your name, Dean. It's hardly a blind entry at this point. I'd "stake my head" on it. LOL!
A strong presentation with your signature musical accompaniment. Who needs author notes, uh? Great picture! Good luck in the contest.
Comment Written 22-Nov-2013
reply by the author on 23-Nov-2013
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Thanks a million for such a great review, Adri7enne, but how did you know that it was me, LOL?
I really appreciate the kind comments and the time you invested in reading and reviewing it for me. Much obliged.