Re: a comment on Racial Hate by Glasseyez	29-Jan-06/9:56 AM
Believing everything is equally important in nature is very good. But, feeling and experiencing the reverse is quite another issue.
Re: a comment on Racial Hate by Glasseyez	29-Jan-06/9:38 AM
Alchemy, racism is unfortunately a biproduct of 'evolution'. But the problem lies in the fact that a lot of importance has been given to the differences rather than what we are. There are a lot of prejudices against people of varying nationalities.And just because one may not be white, (figuratively speaking), it doesn't mean he doesn't know how to be a human being, or he loves less. I can tell you that my Indian brothers and sisters are treated with less dignity in many parts of the world. Once a person knows that he/she is an Indian, there's immediate discrimination. In many circumstances they're even treated as 'untouchables' or even 'a nuisance'. I can even vouch that for the blacks. I've witnessed a couple of uncomfortable situations which have made me think about this a lot. I was quite liked Dovina's poem - 'mixed Quartet' - why don't we all sing together in unison and harmony with our differences rather than play in a one-man band eg. Amanda goes solo. Think about it. Would you take a second look at me if you were to meet me in person?
Re: Us Sinners by BrandonW	29-Jan-06/4:49 AM
Isn't this supposed to be a 5-7-5 count... I see it as a 5-6-5 count. am I missing something? About the haiku, one thing I have noticed, though, is that although in daily life we have nothing to do with God, he has found ways of getting attention...and Brandon you are one of his many media. Ignore Him more and He will find ways of making many think about Him. Now for the next part..... I really wonder if it would be a good scene in heaven....having zodiac and dovina together with the rest of us poemrankers. Afterall, hell has had enough of them, from how I see it.
Re: the sweet smell of death by pollywolly	29-Jan-06/4:14 AM
I must say, you are so pessimistic, like you have no hope in life....uck! Forgive me, but somehow, I don't seem to like your taste. You might not see me reviewing much of your poems, though I'd like to see some life in them, so please don't be disappointed.
Re: calanais by pollywolly	29-Jan-06/4:06 AM
Not my idea of a theme. Doesn't appeal to me. Sorry.
Re: Just Shut Up! Everyone Just Shut Up! by MacFrantic	29-Jan-06/3:58 AM
By the way, I wonder who this freak is - voting a -0- without commenting, on quite a lot of poems, one after another. I couldn't help but notice it, and was curious to know why. You have a rival.....pass him on to me.... he needs a dose of some 'happy pills'. that said, your piece is pretty good, considering you want to describe relatives the way you did. My point however would be the title.... "an ode to my Idiotic Relatives". Might not make a difference, but that's what I felt as soon as I read it. Just a matter of opinion!
Re: Hailing Miriam by Ranger	29-Jan-06/3:49 AM
Quite a nice piece. As for tortoiseshell laugh, thats a new one for me.... insight needed.
Re: Sunday Legs by D. $ Fontera	29-Jan-06/1:01 AM
Who are you writing about? must be one somebody to inspire you so. Good for you.
Re: Arab Shepherd (a belief poem for Dovina) by zodiac	29-Jan-06/12:51 AM
I like this but the better part is the title which is accurately and pin-pointedly attention seeking.You definitely got her to read your piece. Congrats.
Re: Racial Hate by Glasseyez	29-Jan-06/12:36 AM
Your tempo is not consistent, nonetheless your message is conveyed loud and clear. Cheers to that.
Re: a comment on Our Marriage by amanda_dcosta	28-Jan-06/10:16 AM
Thanks Ranger. It is because I have something special and great that I am convinced of 'our hearts wed till eternity'. It is something to experience and know for certain.
Re: a comment on A Book's Plight by amanda_dcosta	27-Jan-06/6:21 PM
The poetry of scripture is more than enough. There's no 'rest'. Scripture itself is a library on its own.... there's romance and love, war, history, geography, secrets behind evolution, scientific secrets (building the ark), child psychology, etc..etc. I bet, there won't be room for more.
Re: a comment on Our Marriage by amanda_dcosta	27-Jan-06/6:16 PM
About ne'er...maybe I should have written it ' I'll never forget'. I'll give you that. About the cross/ toss rhyme, I didn't force it. It flowed like that so I decided to keep it. It's for mainly what it means. When one's married, he/she knows what its like to be angry and cross, and see their marriage go for a sixer - a toss, and its hard to keep focus on what's actually brought both together. And about 'morrow - I liked it when I fitted it in, so I kept it. I'll agree, this piece could be modified like you've pointed out. I'll try doing what I can. Thanks.
Re: a comment on A Book's Plight by amanda_dcosta	27-Jan-06/11:31 AM
And should I share the beauties of the treasures of light and love with you. you know "God loves you" and the stuff.
Re: a comment on A Book's Plight by amanda_dcosta	27-Jan-06/10:48 AM
ecargo, thanks a ton for your interest and review. Frankly, I'm not used to this. It'll take me a while to be really good , the faster the better. I have it in me, but somehow, when its worded on paper, it doesn't always flow out so eloquently and imaginatively as I want it to be. Never did prose or poetry as higher studies, have just taken more interest recently. However, you will definitely see more progress as I write my consequetive pieces...........hopefully. ha ha. As for reading poetry, love to.... but time is something that gets out of hand. "the heart is willing but excuses creep to grasp the moment of dreams yet to meet." ( This is mine....just made up.....copyright and patented, if only)
Re: Round 27 by Dovina	26-Jan-06/7:42 PM
I don't get this one. It doesn't seem too clear to me about what you're trying to convey.
Re: Oblivion by Sway	26-Jan-06/8:30 AM
Hmmm. Not bad
Re: a comment on When God is Needed No More by ALChemy	26-Jan-06/8:19 AM
Truth is, I've not read any of their books. I've not done much on lit and poetry and how I write is what I've been brought up with. I didn't take lit in college...maybe would have done better if I had.
Re: Tree of Life by ALChemy	25-Jan-06/6:10 PM
Does this have to be precicely accurate or correct in matter, i mean about the red/yellow leaves? I wouldn't know the difference. See, you guys are influencing my vote thought now. I might have commented spontaneously but now I keep wondering whether the matter is correct. All the same... its good. Poetic imagery of bright red leaves then it is!
Re: Glitterati by ecargo	25-Jan-06/6:02 PM
Not bad! Although I wonder why the 4th verse should have a pesimistic tone to it. It's not usual for people to go to bed wondering if they'll ever get up. I could be wrong. Enlighten me.