Ship of Doom
And she sailed ...17 total reviews
Comment from Tegus
Again super good job. I can't even come up with intelligent accolades for your writing. So 'um way cool and good on ya
reply by the author on 19-Aug-2009
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Again super good job. I can't even come up with intelligent accolades for your writing. So 'um way cool and good on ya
Comment Written 14-Aug-2009
reply by the author on 19-Aug-2009
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Again, super review Tegus! Thanks so very much indeed; you made my day!! xoxoxoxoxoxoxxoxo PS: Welcome to FS and I hope you enjoy your membership; we're a pretty nice bunch on here, with only a few exceptions :) xoxoxoxoxoxxo
Comment from Eternal Muse
I cannot BELIEVE this was your first sonnet. People who write them for years wouldn't do a better job. The sonnet structure is adhered to spot on, the pentameter in place, rhyming on the up and up. You chose a powerful theme for your poem, the one the entire world could relate to, as the crush of Titanic was one of the worst tragedies it beheld, like the last day of Pompeii. Beautiful work, a great picture to accompany it (I wonder how many treasures are still buried with the Titanic, in the deep? [smile]. Excellent work. Congratulations on your first sonnet, if you continue in this vein, you would outwrite us all (big smile). Hugs and smiles, Yeltel
reply by the author on 11-Jan-2009
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I cannot BELIEVE this was your first sonnet. People who write them for years wouldn't do a better job. The sonnet structure is adhered to spot on, the pentameter in place, rhyming on the up and up. You chose a powerful theme for your poem, the one the entire world could relate to, as the crush of Titanic was one of the worst tragedies it beheld, like the last day of Pompeii. Beautiful work, a great picture to accompany it (I wonder how many treasures are still buried with the Titanic, in the deep? [smile]. Excellent work. Congratulations on your first sonnet, if you continue in this vein, you would outwrite us all (big smile). Hugs and smiles, Yeltel
Comment Written 11-Jan-2009
reply by the author on 11-Jan-2009
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I was one very lucky gal in that when I posted the first 'draft' of this, I asked for help from those in the know, and received it. I couldn't believe the difference, and to say I appreciate that help is an understatement. I'm so glad you enjoyed this my friend, and I, like you, wonder what other secrets she keeps from us in those icy depths ... xoxoooxoxoxoxxoxo * smiles *
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Oh no, don't underestimate your own talent, young lady! Take it from somebody who knows how to put together a sonnet (smile).
Comment from Diny
Perfect in my opinion and you are one of my favorites thus far so am wishing you the best of luck with this your very first sonnet- just wonderful!- Loved that movie and love the picture too- Write on-DINY
reply by the author on 11-Jan-2009
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Perfect in my opinion and you are one of my favorites thus far so am wishing you the best of luck with this your very first sonnet- just wonderful!- Loved that movie and love the picture too- Write on-DINY
Comment Written 11-Jan-2009
reply by the author on 11-Jan-2009
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Thank you so much Di. Titanic has always been a source of fascination for me - the ship as much or more than the movie. I love the mere sight of her and would LOVE to visit the wreck if I thought my lungs and bank balance could stand the trip. Again, thank you so much for your kind words and thoughts xoxoxoxoxo
Comment from Lois Delaney
This is a lovely sonnet, alpacalady. I loved the movie of the Titanic, but never read the book.
Writing sonnets are extremely difficult I find. Some days, they flow naturally, other days, you couldn't write one if you tried. That's my experience thus far.
Since the story is so sad, and your wording worked so well, I think you will do very well. Great piece.
reply by the author on 10-Jan-2009
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This is a lovely sonnet, alpacalady. I loved the movie of the Titanic, but never read the book.
Writing sonnets are extremely difficult I find. Some days, they flow naturally, other days, you couldn't write one if you tried. That's my experience thus far.
Since the story is so sad, and your wording worked so well, I think you will do very well. Great piece.
Comment Written 10-Jan-2009
reply by the author on 10-Jan-2009
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Yes, this is my first attempt at one, and they ain't easy. I tried to write another sonnet form thingy after this and like you, couldn't do it. So wrote some other silly fluff instead! Thanks so very much for your very kind review xoxoxoxoxoxo
Comment from RapturedHeart
Oh, alpacalady, I can see why this one has six stars. Very, very good. And this is your first sonnet!? Excellent. It is a deeply touching and sobering part of history and a very strong contender. All the best in the contest,
Heather
reply by the author on 10-Jan-2009
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Oh, alpacalady, I can see why this one has six stars. Very, very good. And this is your first sonnet!? Excellent. It is a deeply touching and sobering part of history and a very strong contender. All the best in the contest,
Heather
Comment Written 10-Jan-2009
reply by the author on 10-Jan-2009
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Thankyou so much Heather. I had some help with my first draft as it was pretty poor for a sonnet, so I'm glad to see the tweaking has had some good results. Again, thank you so very much and if you are in the contest also, all the best to you! xoxoxoxoxo
Comment from carolm5415
This is by far the best one I have read to date. You have not only done a great job on the sonnet, you have also told a wonderful story about one of the last century's worst disasters. The rhyme and rhythm is perfect and it flows along well.
reply by the author on 10-Jan-2009
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This is by far the best one I have read to date. You have not only done a great job on the sonnet, you have also told a wonderful story about one of the last century's worst disasters. The rhyme and rhythm is perfect and it flows along well.
Comment Written 09-Jan-2009
reply by the author on 10-Jan-2009
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As said in pm, thank you very much indeed for such wonderful comments and the six stars. Am still reelin' just a bit .... xoxoxoxoxoxo
Comment from earthlybeing
This is an excellent poem and well written. It is filled with great words and is easy to read and understand. So true those words drowned with the many poor souls also. Thanks, Jeanette
reply by the author on 09-Jan-2009
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This is an excellent poem and well written. It is filled with great words and is easy to read and understand. So true those words drowned with the many poor souls also. Thanks, Jeanette
Comment Written 08-Jan-2009
reply by the author on 09-Jan-2009
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Thanks so much my dear Jeanette xoxoxoxoxxo
Comment from Seraphim Delphinium
Ah, my dear Princess Xine,
Your magic pen is an enviable one as evidenced in this terrifically composed poem. If this is your first sonnet--which is difficult to believe because it is so superb--you, my dear, are a poetic genius! An absolutely wonderful read from first word to last!
Much love,
your Cherub xoxo
reply by the author on 08-Jan-2009
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Ah, my dear Princess Xine,
Your magic pen is an enviable one as evidenced in this terrifically composed poem. If this is your first sonnet--which is difficult to believe because it is so superb--you, my dear, are a poetic genius! An absolutely wonderful read from first word to last!
Much love,
your Cherub xoxo
Comment Written 08-Jan-2009
reply by the author on 08-Jan-2009
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My dear Cherub, my first effort at this was a bit ... poor to say the least! Thanks to the helpful advice of a couple of fine friends, I was able to tweak it into sonnet form and save embarrassing myself! Your words of encouragement are like music to my aural passages, and to have you, who is nothing short of a genius herself, calling me that very word is like nectar indeed. Thank you, thank you, thank you, my dearest Cherub friend xoxoxoxoxoxoxxo
Comment from Kentucky Sweet Pea
Winner! I say, winner! You are without a doubt the best poet on this site, bar none. They can all kiss your butt and call you the master, Chris. You rock!
Pen
reply by the author on 08-Jan-2009
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Winner! I say, winner! You are without a doubt the best poet on this site, bar none. They can all kiss your butt and call you the master, Chris. You rock!
Pen
Comment Written 08-Jan-2009
reply by the author on 08-Jan-2009
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Thank you my dearest friend. You rock 2 xoxoxooxooxoxo
Comment from mmichelle97219
It is amazing how this sonnet has such a lyrical quality. it could be a song. Well done, and I thought totally cool. Good luck in the contest.
Michelle
reply by the author on 08-Jan-2009
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It is amazing how this sonnet has such a lyrical quality. it could be a song. Well done, and I thought totally cool. Good luck in the contest.
Michelle
Comment Written 08-Jan-2009
reply by the author on 08-Jan-2009
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Thanks so much Michelle; glad you liked this one. I were tremblin' in me boots when I posted it, thinkin' of what you'd say ...! xoxoxoxoxoxoxo