The Art of Poetry
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Comment from Sanku
I liked the line 'fillet frivolous phrases . That is hard work -something poets have to do if their work is to be taken seriously . all the best for the contest ..
reply by the author on 30-Dec-2024
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I liked the line 'fillet frivolous phrases . That is hard work -something poets have to do if their work is to be taken seriously . all the best for the contest ..
Comment Written 30-Dec-2024
reply by the author on 30-Dec-2024
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Many thanks for reading it and sharing this feedback with me.
Comment from Pam (respa)
-Great artwork and nice presentation.
-You definitely have fewer than ten words.
-A good topic, imagery, and alliteration.
-A good first line about how poets
don't overdo the use of words, as
you accomplished for this contest.
-A very good second line.
-A good entry; good luck!
reply by the author on 29-Dec-2024
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-Great artwork and nice presentation.
-You definitely have fewer than ten words.
-A good topic, imagery, and alliteration.
-A good first line about how poets
don't overdo the use of words, as
you accomplished for this contest.
-A very good second line.
-A good entry; good luck!
Comment Written 29-Dec-2024
reply by the author on 29-Dec-2024
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Thank you so much for reading and sharing your thoughts with me.
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You are very welcome.
Comment from Bill Schott
This less-than-ten-words-poem, The Art of Poetry, has the proper formatting and reminds the readers, in six words, that short poems are mostly a flop of words.
reply by the author on 29-Dec-2024
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This less-than-ten-words-poem, The Art of Poetry, has the proper formatting and reminds the readers, in six words, that short poems are mostly a flop of words.
Comment Written 29-Dec-2024
reply by the author on 29-Dec-2024
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Smiles. Thank you for your kind review.
Comment from Lana Marie
Filet frivolous phrases! I love this line' it's so true that it takes time and intentional dedication to create a poem that can be enjoyed by writers and the readers! Well done!
reply by the author on 29-Dec-2024
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Filet frivolous phrases! I love this line' it's so true that it takes time and intentional dedication to create a poem that can be enjoyed by writers and the readers! Well done!
Comment Written 29-Dec-2024
reply by the author on 29-Dec-2024
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Thank you for reading and reviewing. Feedback is always appreciated.
Comment from Tom Horonzy
Kaboom! I heard the blast from your past in this contested entry. Well done, especially with paucity which I knew how to say and even spell but its definitin... smallness or insufficiency of number; fewness... was unknown to me. Thanks for broadening my vocabulary.
reply by the author on 29-Dec-2024
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Kaboom! I heard the blast from your past in this contested entry. Well done, especially with paucity which I knew how to say and even spell but its definitin... smallness or insufficiency of number; fewness... was unknown to me. Thanks for broadening my vocabulary.
Comment Written 29-Dec-2024
reply by the author on 29-Dec-2024
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Most welcome. Glad that you learned something new. Thanks for your review.
Comment from royowen
I wouldn't have thought that poets practicing paucity would have very much to work with I'm afraid, they'd surely be suffering from writer's block, but I guess it happens from time time, good alliteration though, well done, blessings Roy
reply by the author on 29-Dec-2024
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I wouldn't have thought that poets practicing paucity would have very much to work with I'm afraid, they'd surely be suffering from writer's block, but I guess it happens from time time, good alliteration though, well done, blessings Roy
Comment Written 29-Dec-2024
reply by the author on 29-Dec-2024
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Fair enough. Less can be considerably more. Thank you for reading and reviewing.
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Most Welcome
Comment from zanya
Isn't there just something special about the quill? Elegant and graceful.And the poetic lines are well crafted and express an interesting sentiment-thanks for sharing
reply by the author on 29-Dec-2024
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Isn't there just something special about the quill? Elegant and graceful.And the poetic lines are well crafted and express an interesting sentiment-thanks for sharing
Comment Written 29-Dec-2024
reply by the author on 29-Dec-2024
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6 stars. That is nice of you. Thank you for reading it and sharing this lovely review.
Comment from EeanBlack
So, your poem has the word paucity in it which tells me you are practicing the art of scarcity. What makes a poem like mine, seem unfinished and a poem with fewer phrases, more complete? I know almost nothing about the complexities of poetry, and would love an honest, educated answer. I'm just trying to write something good.
reply by the author on 28-Dec-2024
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So, your poem has the word paucity in it which tells me you are practicing the art of scarcity. What makes a poem like mine, seem unfinished and a poem with fewer phrases, more complete? I know almost nothing about the complexities of poetry, and would love an honest, educated answer. I'm just trying to write something good.
Comment Written 28-Dec-2024
reply by the author on 28-Dec-2024
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Thanks for your review and your question. I can give you an honest answer. I don't know if it is an educated one. Creative writing is an art form. This is not to say that no parameters, guidelines, or rules exist to govern it. There is also context. The challenge is to write a piece in less than 10 words. There are other short forms such as haiku and tanka. People, including myself, have asked the same question you now pose, what makes 15 syllables of work complete or more/less valid than a poem of ten 15-line stanzas? Beauty is in the eye of the beholder. I dropped that lovely cliche in. Did the poem have an emotional impact or connection? Was there a message? How well was it communicated? Was there a rhythm? Did it have a lyrical feel? Was the language refreshing? How about mood and tone? Did the title of the piece fit? Do titles matter? Some pieces you read (or write), and you feel like there is more to tell or show. Someone else might not have felt that way. They may have gotten all of what you had to say clearly. Someone may have gotten none of it, some of it. That's the art of poetry! Enjoy the process of creating the written word with hope and without expectations. I believe this is the longest reply I've written. I hope it sheds some light.
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You just placed the most beautiful question mark right in the middle of my forehead, but I understand from the little gem you placed in there. Beauty is in the eye of the beholder.
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I don't know if that is good or bad. To be more succinct than the last reply, we work in a highly subjective realm. Writing is rewriting. I rarely get that feeling when I think I've hit gold. That's why I haven't quit my full-time job yet. I'm still digging for gold. Put the work out there. Take the constructive feedback. I've gotten some critiques that just made me go 'Wow' - not out loud - not here either but in other places. The critique was so far removed from what was there, that I knew it was just Hatorade. I've also gotten a lot of meaningful feedback as well. Use the latter to make the writing stronger. If writing is your passion, keep writing no matter what. That is how I look at it.
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Thank you for your words. Truth is greater than an accolade any day to me.
Comment from patcelaw
Necessary, interesting poem, written, and less 10 words that you use for the contest and I very much enjoyed listening to it. I am impressed with your alliteration of the P word. May you have a wonderful day and may you have a very fantastic new year. Patricia.
reply by the author on 28-Dec-2024
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Necessary, interesting poem, written, and less 10 words that you use for the contest and I very much enjoyed listening to it. I am impressed with your alliteration of the P word. May you have a wonderful day and may you have a very fantastic new year. Patricia.
Comment Written 28-Dec-2024
reply by the author on 28-Dec-2024
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Most welcome, Ms. Patricia. Thank you for your warm review.
Comment from kahpot
Excellent, love your last line, indicating that for these short challenges we must find a way to "fillet" cut corners and still get the best out of it, very well written and presented, best wishes for your contest****kahpot
reply by the author on 28-Dec-2024
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Excellent, love your last line, indicating that for these short challenges we must find a way to "fillet" cut corners and still get the best out of it, very well written and presented, best wishes for your contest****kahpot
Comment Written 28-Dec-2024
reply by the author on 28-Dec-2024
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Appreciated. You picked up on the fillet bit. Thanks for reading and reviewing.
