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crypticbard commented on: Footnote: On Writing Haiku Or Tanka, 1 by J-C4113D 1 year 45 weeks* ago* The contention that arises: The contention that arises and also that brings most tension in these adaptations are the occasional dilemma that presents itself in the form of individual languages' differences in structure and employment. Languages don't always behave in the same manner and fashion at all times and when subjecting words and lines to structures that on that specific occasion the adapting grammar and syntax won't allow, then the resulting line proves forced and stilted. So when that happens what is the author to do but go to the heart and purpose of these structures and guides, the intent and soul of the form. Form should be the vehicle, the means of displaying the soul and not the other way around. It took many years to warm to this understanding before I could face and begin to enjoy e.g. haiku that is outside the 5-7-5 format, etc. And in so doing gained a better appreciation and respect for 5-7-5 in English that does conform and exemplify the source genre, in other languages other than the original. But that's probably much said in this space. [ go to comment ]
crypticbard commented on: NEW MILLENNIAL NIGHTMARE by georgeschaefer 1 year 45 weeks* ago* Recognition brings a: Recognition brings a realization and awareness so that nightmare looks to be a time bomb [ go to comment ]
crypticbard commented on: Flavour by SSmoothie 1 year 45 weeks* ago* Good to hear it come from: Good to hear it come from others as well, manufactured flavours are quite a challenge to deal with but ones that are birthed and compels us are the authentic flavours that seek to break into poetic light. Let it shine bright! [ go to comment ]
crypticbard commented on: Catching Butterflies by satishverma 1 year 45 weeks* ago* When a snake charmer loses: When a snake charmer loses his calm that is when all of the proverbial hell breaks loose. [ go to comment ]
SSmoothie commented on: Lost sometimes by SSmoothie 1 year 45 weeks* ago* My goodness! I don't know: My goodness! I don't know what to say, I'm blushing and deeply touched that someone with your poetic and prose prowess and intellect that can discern and disect each drop of value in poems o could just read your thoughts on things for hours! Thank you kindly you and Patriciaj are amongst the highest of highs in my poetic.book, and as finds of course! I do owe.many thanks to.so many of you for helping me.grow, beavis, ninety, cascade, word man, healing woman, rhythm of contention, Ashley, Stephen, D moonshadow, inkstan, Burke, astral tides, running with rabbits, bern, dovely, so many more i can't keep writing ill be writing all night! Maybe I'll.add then.later I case they read this? Anyways especially Allets God rest her soul, you are all so special to me but the glorious way you write and express ideas is truly amazing to me and inspiring! Deepest thanks from this humble dyslexic who only just began to read at the age of 13. [ go to comment ]
Starward commented on: THANKFUL FOR MY FAMILY AND ALL THE FAMILIES OUT THERE by joy 1 year 45 weeks* ago* This is quite a poem!: This is quite a poem! [ go to comment ]
Starward commented on: I'm Thankful To Have The Lord by randyjohnson 1 year 45 weeks* ago* I applaud this excellent: I applaud this excellent testimony. [ go to comment ]
Starward commented on: Footnote: On Writing Haiku Or Tanka, 2 by J-C4113D 1 year 45 weeks* ago* Thank you. I agree that the: Thank you. I agree that the difference between a flower and a weed is often a judgement; but is it, also, an aesthetic judgement. And yes, real weeds do have to struggle against adversity. But literary weeds are, possibly, something else altogether. [ go to comment ]
crypticbard commented on: NO TREAT! by humanfruit 1 year 46 weeks* ago* Could it be a canine version: Could it be a canine version of trick or treat? [ go to comment ]
crypticbard commented on: Toying with cliché by humanfruit 1 year 46 weeks* ago* Please do. When tastefully: Please do. When tastefully done, clichés can be quite edible. [ go to comment ]
williamjroneyiii commented on: Pizza Hut by williamjroneyiii 1 year 46 weeks* ago* Who can tell in the future: Who can tell in the future whats ahead for services, but area 51 hold had it's own secrets. So I rely on hear say for that! [ go to comment ]
crypticbard commented on: Pizza Hut by williamjroneyiii 1 year 46 weeks* ago* Those were indeed the days.: Those were indeed the days. And for those that haven't lived it there are the films of the era to give a bit of a feel. [ go to comment ]
williamjroneyiii commented on: Pizza Hut by williamjroneyiii 1 year 46 weeks* ago* Pizza Hut: It's different now from the 1950's, where you can get an oil change in 10 minutes and onion rings in the same block. [ go to comment ]
crypticbard commented on: Pizza Hut by williamjroneyiii 1 year 46 weeks* ago* We'd think it's so easy to: We'd think it's so easy to get pizza when the craving comes around and then again the doctor's disapproving gaze at the rate of triglycerides and such. Dial an ailment or so it could be seen. [ go to comment ]
patriciajj commented on: Now That You Are Infinite by patriciajj 1 year 46 weeks* ago* I'm overjoyed and honored that: I'm overjoyed and honored that you completely comprehended my strategy and used the words "lively" and "celebrates" to describe my perspective. I was also elated by your evaluation of the last word, which I actually second-guessed momentarily, but your theological prowess assured me that it was the only word possible. Thank you also for your profound and mood-altering contemplation on time, and I completely agree with you that erroneous platitudes are vapid and worthless to a grieving heart. Always an honor. And again, thank you!!! [ go to comment ]