This poems seems so alive to me, I can almost feel those leaves beneath my feet... and hear those hushed whispers. From this point on, I will always "hear" those whispers as I walk... I love the comparision with family, just like a "family tree." Though, the sadness that comes across really does hit me hard. The image portrayed is crushing. Not so softly sad. Clearly achieved your intention with this poem.
Posted 2 Years Ago
1 of 1 people found this review constructive.
2 Years Ago
Dear Susan,
Your heartfelt words recognize and seem to actually feel the essence of this poig.. read moreDear Susan,
Your heartfelt words recognize and seem to actually feel the essence of this poignant Free Verse work.
fortunate enough to come across another of yours and this time a reflection on the end of things,
very nicely done and I appreciate just as much, your very meaningful image
my pleasure
Posted 2 Months Ago
1 of 1 people found this review constructive.
2 Months Ago
Greetings, Brother Dave 🍂
I most humbly and sincerely offer my gratitude to you fo.. read moreGreetings, Brother Dave 🍂
I most humbly and sincerely offer my gratitude to you for reading and leaving such encouraging praise and expressed appreciation for this rather deeply poignant Free Verse piece.
I, too, felt the picture held meaning, and that it offered apt timbre for the poem.
It is a distinct honor to receive your thoughtful review for th.. read moreThank you, Prema 🌱
It is a distinct honor to receive your thoughtful review for this rather poignantly morose Free Verse piece, and to know it has prompted such deep thought and feeling in you, as-well.
Bless you your kindness for reading my humble efforts! ⁓ Richard 🍃
The loneliness of a single leaf, fallen from a rich canopy, which can be compared so easily with the plight of a human soul left on their own after the demise of partner and friends. A beautiful offering Richard,. A most moving read. I did hear the rustle by the way of that dried and aging leaf. Well crafted as I would expect from your wonderful pen.
Chris
Posted 3 Months Ago
1 of 1 people found this review constructive.
3 Months Ago
Hi, Chris
It is so very nice to see you and to receive the gift of a deeply meaningfu.. read moreHi, Chris
It is so very nice to see you and to receive the gift of a deeply meaningful review from such an accomplished artist.
I am always thrilled to share my poetry with you, too, because you not only connect with it and understand the core essence of my intent, your skills allow me to know it.
Thank you, Lady Chris, most gratefully for your gracious praise and expressed enjoyment.
May you never know the deep loneliness this poem portrays … my warmest smile to thee! ⁓ Richard 🍃
3 Months Ago
Side note:
My apology, Dear Chris, for the lag in responding to your beautiful comments … p.. read moreSide note:
My apology, Dear Chris, for the lag in responding to your beautiful comments … periodically, notice of reviews fall short of reaching my mailbox.
Bless you your kindly patience. 😌
The Autumn of love... with colors that warm our soul when we fold our summer dreams into billows of butterflies on wing and our heart sings
of being a part of earth and nurturing new birth after snows and mistletoe... the buds sleep on branches where birds will nest come Spring. tenderly, Pat
Posted 5 Months Ago
1 of 1 people found this review constructive.
5 Months Ago
Thank you, ever-so warmly, Dear Pat 🍁
Your review, a lovely poem in itself, reflec.. read moreThank you, ever-so warmly, Dear Pat 🍁
Your review, a lovely poem in itself, reflects the effulgently sweet nature of its author.
Constructive criticism!? How could I possibly dare? This is a masterpiece. In my first read through this piece I was amazed at every turn. You strike me as a man that wouldn't appreciate pure fawning praise but I cannot come up with anything but praise. A master stroke of a true artist.
Posted 5 Months Ago
1 of 1 people found this review constructive.
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5 Months Ago
Thank you most gratefully, Syr TS 🌿
I can conceive of nothing more graciously humb.. read moreThank you most gratefully, Syr TS 🌿
I can conceive of nothing more graciously humbling or genuinely rewarding than to receive such appreciative sincerity, praise, and accolades for one of my earnest Free Verse pieces.
Coming from a fellow-poet so highly accomplished, admired, and respected, as yourself, I am amply assured my hopeful efforts have proven worthwhile.
Well, a little fawning never hurt a thing. ; )
Bountifully overjoyed … your grateful friend ⁓ Richard 🍃
I like your play on words and how I can feel and imagine the loneliness one must feel with constant change but nothing can be done but accept the reality that change is part of life. Thank you for sharing your words.
Posted 8 Months Ago
1 of 1 people found this review constructive.
8 Months Ago
Goodness-ME 🥀
What a pleasure to write for another who possesses the kind of depth.. read moreGoodness-ME 🥀
What a pleasure to write for another who possesses the kind of depth and sensitivity that allows them to get out of themselves enough to actually "feel" the poignant essence of a deeply personal, meaningful poem.
The happiness you've bestowed an olde bard has gifted an all over smile … thank you, Rizaclaire, with my warmest, most grateful hug! ⁓ Richard 🍃