Comment from Rasmine

Exceptional

Awesome! I knew your poetry would take one of my sixes. This is a really great poem -- maybe you could do something noteworthy with it to help with the problem of suicide. Too many uncaring people in this world.

I hope you are fine, my friend. I hope your health is going well.

 Comment Written 16-Jul-2017

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reply by the author on 19-Jul-2017

Thanks so much for reading, Rasmine, and for the six stars as well.
As always, I deeply appreciate it!
~Dean :)

Comment from Gypsy Blue Rose

Excellent

Beautiful poem/story about teenage suicide. A subject that is very real to me. Life is so precious. This is a great way to alert parents, family, and friends to watch out for the signs of depression in their children. Good job!

 Comment Written 02-Jul-2015

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reply by the author on 02-Jul-2015

Try it now, Gypsy. I'm not sure what happened, to be honest???

reply by Gypsy Blue Rose on 02-Jul-2015

ok, I will try now

reply by the author on 02-Jul-2015

Thanks, and let me know if the problem has been corrected. I'd appreciate it. :)

reply by Gypsy Blue Rose on 02-Jul-2015

Yeah, I just got done reading it. Thank you

reply by the author on 02-Jul-2015

Thank you for letting me know there was a problem. I hope you enjoyed it...

~Dean

reply by the author on 02-Jul-2015

Thanks again, Gypsy. Suicide is quickly becoming an epidemic amongst teens in our society today. We need to err on the side of caution, be nosy (if we think there could be a potential problem), and intervene on our child's behalf if we find one. It's much better to be considered by your kid as a prying parent than the alternative.

Thanks again.

~Dean

reply by Gypsy Blue Rose on 03-Jul-2015

I hear you, I don't think the government should force priests to perform weddings if they don't want to. I know Unity church and episcopelian perform weddings willingly because I have attended a few. The whole ordeal is crazy to me. Marrying who you love should not be a political issue, it is unjust to make it so. In the late 60's blacks and whites were not allowed to get married and now is a well accepted event. I think that in the future we will look back and realize it should not be an issue. Well, sorry if I am passionate about this and a little annoying, my daughter is gay and it has made me realize gay people are treated unfairly. I am a big advocate for civil rights and equal rights for all. It is one of the reasons why I love America.

reply by the author on 03-Jul-2015

I don't think you're being annoying in the slightest, Gypsy. I've enjoyed our little chat on this. And when it comes to loving one's country, I too love America. When I was in the Marine Corps I would have gladly died for Her, and for the rights of others to enjoy the all the freedoms She has to offer. I still would die for Her today, if necessary.

Take care, my friend. ~Dean :)

Comment from faragon

Excellent

You always manage to find he right words to use to bring to light the suffering of the not so few. In this day of bullying and cyber-bullying, kids feel here is no way out. hopefully hey will talk o someone. He poem and music you chose are very compelling.

 Comment Written 29-Dec-2014

Comment from Jackarrie

Excellent

As usual Dean you present your work in a very entertaining way with fabulous images and background music. You poem has a powerful meaning for all to take not of especially parents.

Well written and presented.
Mary

 Comment Written 03-Dec-2014

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reply by the author on 03-Dec-2014

Thanks very much for you supportive comments, Mary. As always, I greatly appreciate it. :) ~Dean

Comment from amahra

Excellent

Awesome art work, Dean as always you dazzle me with your choice of art. I loved the wording of the poem, so professional. The music was very complimentary.

 Comment Written 02-Dec-2014

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reply by the author on 02-Dec-2014

Thank you, amahra. I'm very happy to know you enjoyed it. ~Dean

Comment from Muffins

Exceptional

When the mind feeds the soul poison and the minds listens, that is the worst horror any human being could suffer. Depression, guilt, shame is a blanket with a heaviness only faith, strength and love from others can shake off. This poem takes the reader to the ugliest scariest place within ourselves. The only one clapping here is the one sitting on his Stygian Kingdom throne of woe. Spectacular visuals, theme and author notes.

 Comment Written 02-Dec-2014

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reply by the author on 03-Dec-2014

Thanks for the exceptional rating and excellent feedback, Muffins. You've always been very supportive of whT I try to do here, and I really appreciate that, my friend. :) ~Dean

Comment from Giddy Nielsen-Sweep

Excellent

Oh, Dean, you devil! You love these scary poems but I couldn't help liking this one particularly some of your descriptions of the bony skeleton. You have superb presentation, well done, Giddy

 Comment Written 02-Dec-2014

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reply by the author on 02-Dec-2014

Thanks a bunch, Giddy. I appreciate you having a go at this one. :)

~Dean

Comment from Dr. Nad

Excellent

Dean, At first I thought this was an incredibly alarming and sinister poem. Once I read to the end and arrived at your author notes, I was very pleasantly surprised. What a truly fresh and luminous way to convey a message of great import for parents. You're absolutely right - "You might also prevent them from doing something you'll both regret."! Wonderful twist, rhyming and flow. Extremely well done!

 Comment Written 02-Dec-2014

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reply by the author on 02-Dec-2014

Thanks so much, Dr, Nad, as you know, I value your opinions quite highly.

Have a blessed evening, sir, and thank you again. :}

~Dean

reply by Dr. Nad on 03-Dec-2014

You are very welcome,
Embrace the Love from above!

Comment from Dorothy Farrell

Exceptional

Hi Dean - apart from the spectacular display you give us here, the poem alone is so well written I think it deserves a 6. Like the use of the word 'osseous' when referring to the chin - 3 good syllables and sounds better than chin. A sad poem with a depressing end - these poems you are so good at writing. Warm regards Dorothy x

 Comment Written 02-Dec-2014

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reply by the author on 03-Dec-2014

You're very kind, Dorothy. Thanks so much for the exceptional rating and detailed comments, my friend. All are deeply appreciated. :}

~Dean

Comment from Sasha

Excellent

This is superbly written. Despite its dark nature you send a powerful and important message. Parents need to be parents not friends. When I was younger I was suicidal, and fortunately not successful at it. While I did come close to succeeding, I am so pleased I got through the tough times. I occasionally whine but mostly just laugh at the curve balls life still throws at me. Great work with this one and dynamite presentation too.

 Comment Written 02-Dec-2014

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reply by the author on 02-Dec-2014

Thanks, Smurphgirlsasha. I am very happy you enjoyed it. ~Dean