Comment from dragonpoet

Excellent

Hi Regina,
This is a heartfelt poem about the mistakes we all make in love. It seems if you were more committed this would have been the one for you. The yellow roses are a good metaphoric memory of him.
Keep writing and stay healthy.
Congrats on placing second in the contest.
Joan

 Comment Written 24-May-2023

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reply by the author on 24-May-2023

Hello Joan, thank you so much for the
5 star review, it's very
appreciated, along with the
congratulations. You're so
kind. Have a good Wednesday with much
creativity.

reply by dragonpoet on 24-May-2023

You are most kindly welcome on all accounts, Regina.
Joan

Comment from Ginda Simpson

Excellent

I somehow missed reading this poem earlier, but want to congratulate you on your win. It is beautifully written, with imagery that could have been painted by an artist, and words only a lover could pen. It is exquisite.

 Comment Written 23-May-2023

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reply by the author on 24-May-2023

Hello Ginda, thank you so
much for these kind and
lovely comments. Thank you
for taking the time to read
it, and for the generous
5 stars. I hope you're having
an inspirational and creative
week. Many of God's blessings to you & your family. xxo

Comment from karenina

Excellent

The description of those "butter-yellow roses" lured me in... At once I felt the melancholy of joyful memories mixed with that tonic we all must sip through our lives ~ a bit of regret perhaps? Or minimally, "What If?"

Muck like the poetess you've paid tribute to, you have a Susan Ashley "feel" about your work.

Something I want to sit with...sip a cup of tea...and remember.

Karenina

 Comment Written 11-Feb-2023

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reply by the author on 12-Feb-2023

I have some regrets in my
life, but I know the Lord is
with me. I find that writing is
a release of emotions and
really helps. I'm so pleased
you like these poems, and it's
so sweet of you to give me
5 stars. Thank you.

reply by karenina on 12-Feb-2023

I agree... Writing is the best firm of therapy!

reply by karenina on 12-Feb-2023

I meant FORM!

:)

Comment from Sally Law

Excellent

A sad one of the love long past. A stinging thorn from the yellow rose of love in free verse poetry. Wonderfully written and composed for the contest. Sending you my best today as always and best wishes for the upcoming contest.
Sal XOs

 Comment Written 11-Feb-2023

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reply by the author on 12-Feb-2023

Thank you so much, Sally!
I have so much nostalgia for
the past. Many blessings to
you. Thank you so much for
the 5 stars.