Comment from barleygirl

Exceptional

Congrats on placing in this contest. Your writing in this piece is especially artistic & full of graceful imagery for all the senses & nicely-conceived analogies. I wish I could say something more specific, but I'm not that good at commenting on poetry that's mostly symbolic. Good luck in your last semester of school! *smile*

 Comment Written 08-Feb-2014

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reply by the author on 09-Feb-2014

Hi, BG. :)
Thank you for the glowing stars and wonderful comments. I was so thrilled on its placing.
I know you like simple poetry. I appreciate your comments as always.
Thank you for the good luck wishes. :)

PS It's strange- I don't know your name.

Have a nice day!

Comment from Sasha

Excellent

This is really very good. I like the original subject you have chosen for this contest too. Yes, death can be a welcome relief for many suffering terrible and painful illnesses. I agree, death is not always sinister. You have created awesome imagery with this one. Excellent entry for this contest and I sincerely wish you all the best.

 Comment Written 03-Feb-2014

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reply by the author on 04-Feb-2014

Hi, Sasha.

I am pleased you enjoyed this dark piece. I too enjoyed writing this. Thank you for sharing your thoughts and awesome review. :)

P.S I will be late in reviewing

Comment from robina1978

Excellent

A very catching title and excellent picture to complement your poem. Such an original subject you chose and it goes with life. You really wrote it as an Ode. Best wishes for the contest.

 Comment Written 03-Feb-2014

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reply by the author on 03-Feb-2014

Thank you so much for this lovely review, Ine! :)

Comment from Selina Stambi

Excellent

a bloodless ballerina .. this is a dark, stunning image - love it!

then silver shades appear
out of time-worn bodies .. these too ...:)

Oh, resplendent raven .. and this

Hello, Anupam,

Your style gets more polished with each posting, monsieur!

Wonderful sparkling sprinkles of alliteration scattered all through.

A really fascinating read. Beautifully done.

Excellent work.

Have a wonderful week.

Sonali


when the midnight bells .. when midnight tolls?

 Comment Written 02-Feb-2014

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reply by the author on 03-Feb-2014

Hi, Senora Sonali. :)

I am pleased you enjoyed this. I appreciate your comments as always. Thanks for this lovely review.

Have a great day!

Comment from MoIronE13

Excellent

Death should be welcomed when the time is evenitable.
It is something not to be feared, respected YES, but not feared!
Death with honor
Death with dignity
Death with loved ones near
That is the way I want to depart to the next phase of life..

Thanks for sharing...

Excellent write my friend..

Mahina

 Comment Written 02-Feb-2014

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reply by the author on 03-Feb-2014

Thanks so much for sharing your thoughts, my friend. I am glad you liked it. :)

reply by MoIronE13 on 03-Feb-2014

My pleasure..

Comment from judiverse

Excellent

You make striking use of imagery in your consideration of death as not always being sinister but as an angel in disguise, bringing relief from pain. Your description of death as the bloodless ballerina performing her deadly dance. The narrator seems fascinated with this vision. "Black cocoon" is excellent, and nice alliteration in "resplendent raven. Excellent thought and presentation, and best of luck in the ode contest. judi

 Comment Written 02-Feb-2014

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reply by the author on 03-Feb-2014

Hi, Judi.

I am pleased you like this one. I wasn't sure about how it will be received. Thanks for sharing your views and good luck wishes.

Good day! :)

reply by judiverse on 03-Feb-2014

Hi, Anupam. You're so welcome. A different point of view, but certainly thought-provoking. judi

reply by judiverse on 04-Feb-2014

You're welcome. I believe that many people who are enduring great pain and suffering would agree with the view of death that you present in your poem. judi

Comment from Ridley Williams

Excellent

Hey Anupam,
You build a dark picture with this muse an her powers to wither blooms. Nice job developing her lithe form to the reader...I can see her evil grace, "...breathing death into life". Great line. Although, the stanza that begins, "When life itself becomes more terrible than hell..." would have to be my favorite because of its profound meaning. I found the ending to portray a hopeful feel to the write with its turn of events, and the revealing of the Muse's true endeavor...transporting souls to Heaven. Impressive, I enjoyed the detail and meaning you brought to the work, well done. Good luck in the contest, and best wishes, Bill

 Comment Written 02-Feb-2014

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reply by the author on 03-Feb-2014

Hi, Bill. :)

I am delighted you enjoyed this dark, yet 'light' piece. Thank you for this thoughtful review, my friend. It is much appreciated ad always.

Have a nice day!

Comment from RPSaxena

Exceptional

Hello Anupam Sharma,
Nice piece of Supernatural Poetry in the form of an Ode to Death beautifully depicting a unique theme!
Wording is impressive and perfectly matching the theme.
Smooth flow from the beginning to the end with its own rhythm and lively imagery.
The most striking lines are:
"Your mysticism
isn't always an omen,
for it relieves one
from earthly pain."
AND
"Oh, resplendent raven
you are an angel in disguise.
You carry over souls
to the hallowed Heaven."
Marvelous! Good Luck!

 Comment Written 02-Feb-2014

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reply by the author on 03-Feb-2014

Hello,
Welcome back! :)

Thanks a lot for the shimmery stars and your thoughtful review. I appreciate your generous rating. I am pleased you enjoyed this.

Comment from mfowler

Excellent

This is truly an ode to death. I am not sure it's a topic I want to embrace, but it is one we all need to deal with sooner or later. This is a beautifully rendered free verse studded with powerful, emotive imagery. You use alliteration regularly, and I think it works wonderfully here. I found your ability to eulogise so poignantly about death quite remarkable:
Your whispered refuge
offers a new world-
enlightened and enchanted
amid starlit cosmic space

 Comment Written 02-Feb-2014

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reply by the author on 03-Feb-2014

Hi,
I am glad you liked this one. I appreciate your thoughtful comments. Thanks a lot for this review.

Have a great week!

Comment from livelylinda

Excellent

Anupam Sharma: No, death isn't always sinister, but this poem certainly is a very looonnnggg sinister one. Many creepy words that went on and one. Just my opinion; a real buzz kill. livelylinda

 Comment Written 01-Feb-2014

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reply by the author on 03-Feb-2014

Thank you so much! :)