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S74rw4rd-13d commented on: Tributes by Craign1979 36 weeks 3 days* ago* What an amazing triibute.: What an amazing triibute. [ go to comment ]
S74rw4rd-13d commented on: Still Beautiful by 1SP 36 weeks 3 days* ago* I wanted to read one of your: I wanted to read one of your earliest poems on this site, and I am sure glad that I did! [ go to comment ]
S74rw4rd-13d commented on: Change For Coffee by 1SP 36 weeks 3 days* ago* I love poems that describe: I love poems that describe processes, and this poem does that very, very well. [ go to comment ]
1SP commented on: Glorious America! by ramonathompsont 36 weeks 3 days* ago* The Acrostic Heart of a Dream Nation: My commentary draws out how the poem’s spirit rests in its wholehearted optimism, presenting America as a place of possibility, welcome, and shared strength. By noting the acrostic structure, the encouraging language, and the steady rhythm of its short lines, the critique highlights how form and message work together to create a sense of forward motion and hope. The poem radiates optimism, framing America as a place of possibility, support, and shared humanity. Its voice is encouraging and earnest, aiming to inspire rather than analyze, which gives it a warm, welcoming quality. Acrostic structure. The vertical spelling of GLORIOUS AMERICA gives the poem a hidden framework that adds a playful, intentional touch once noticed. Affirming language. Words like miracle, freedom, help you, and raise you up reinforce the poem’s uplifting message and sense of communal care. Rhythmic momentum. The short, declarative lines create a steady forward movement that mirrors the poem’s theme of striving and progress. Direct address. Speaking to “you” makes the poem feel personal, as if I'm being invited into the promise it describes. The focus on direct address emphasizes the poem’s invitation to any reader, making its vision of belonging feel personal. Altogether, the commentary reflects a piece whose heart lies in its celebration of aspiration and community. [ go to comment ]
ramonathompsont commented on: Trump's Iran War by ramonathompsont 36 weeks 4 days* ago* Thanks so much for your: Thanks so much for your insightful comments! Big oops on the title which I have now corrected. Somehow that typo slipped past me [ go to comment ]
1SP commented on: If You Need to Hear It From Me by 1SP 36 weeks 4 days* ago* How Your Words Still Echo in Me: Hearing you say it’s a beautiful piece… that stays with me. I wrote it with a lot of feeling, and knowing it reached you that way makes the whole thing glow a little brighter. [ go to comment ]
1SP commented on: Trump's Iran War by ramonathompsont 36 weeks 4 days* ago* TRUMP'S TRAN WAR Vs. TRUMP'S IRAN WAR: I'm not sure if you were aiming to see I noticed that's titled TRUMP'S TRAN WAR, which is clever. I almost thought that there was a war commencing in Vietnam too. Clear emotional through‑line. The poem captures a sense of anxiety and uncertainty, and the repeated questions reinforce that unsettled mood. Effective use of acrostic structure. The vertical spelling of TRUMP'S IRAN WAR gives the piece a hidden framework that adds interest once noticed. Momentum through short lines. The clipped phrasing mirrors the tension the poem describes. The title’s wordplay is pure brilliance, and the acrostic structure becomes even more striking once noticed. At first glance, it almost suggests a conflict in another part of the world, which adds an unexpected layer of tension. The poem maintains a clear emotional thread, moving steadily through feelings of uncertainty and unease. The repeated questions heighten that atmosphere, giving the reader the sense of someone trying to make sense of events as they unfold. The short, clipped lines create momentum and mirror the anxious tone. That pacing works well with the poem’s theme, making the reader feel the same breathless anticipation the speaker expresses. [ go to comment ]
ramonathompsont commented on: If You Need to Hear It From Me by 1SP 36 weeks 4 days* ago* beauty of a piece: beauty of a piece [ go to comment ]
S74rw4rd-13d commented on: Hesitation by Craign1979 36 weeks 5 days* ago* You state the struggle very: You state the struggle very well. [ go to comment ]
S74rw4rd-13d commented on: Intertwined by Craign1979 36 weeks 6 days* ago* Responding to this poem is: Responding to this poem is like catching the heat that pours off the sun. I like the Bowl event in the background while personal and intimate pleasure happens in the foreground. [ go to comment ]
metaphorist commented on: Intertwined by Craign1979 37 weeks 2 hours* ago* Love the idea of this: Love the idea of this poem..wish I came up with it first lol [ go to comment ]
ramonathompsont commented on: How to stay married 50 years by Teytonon 37 weeks 3 hours* ago* lol this one was cute. good: lol this one was cute. good job [ go to comment ]
ramonathompsont commented on: Let Ice Win by ramonathompsont 37 weeks 3 hours* ago* I do write a bit of that: I do write a bit of that every now and then so yes [ go to comment ]
Teytonon commented on: You're So Sexy And I'm So Hot N' Horny! by prboggs 37 weeks 18 hours* ago* Melania, please!!..: Melania, please!! That's no way for a First Lady to talk!! [ go to comment ]
Diamond_Wills_N... commented on: Let Ice Win by ramonathompsont 37 weeks 1 day* ago* Is this satire?: Is this satire? [ go to comment ]