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Internal Interview

Living amid the blurred lines of my reflections
Stark cold fears snow me blanket my resolve
Nestled my leafless core begging for rebirth

Patches of life clumped to the reality of what is what was
Soul penetrating every doubt of self worth 
Raw exposure of glory days forgone

Dreams engulf the rapture of greener pastures
Revealed in roots embedded firmly in my foundation 
Seeds flourish branches extend and trunks stand firm

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Bawa Talwar

Date: 4/20/2017 6:23:00 PM

Its too good a topic less dealt by most poets.

Bawa Talwar

Date: 4/20/2017 6:21:00 PM

Its too good a topic less dealt by most poets.

Andrea Dietrich

Date: 11/25/2016 7:57:00 PM

I am seeing this one is considered your best work so far here. And I agree!!!

Carol B.
Date: 12/2/2016 6:48:00 PM

Thanks for your continued support Andrea it mean a lot :)

Chris Green

Date: 11/8/2016 2:03:00 PM

Well, it seems a sincere apology is needed here, I can not believe I have not been to your poetry before now, that is my error. This was fantastic Carol. We strengthen our resolve when we take the time to look inside. Beautifully crafted poem.

Carol B.
Date: 11/11/2016 2:24:00 PM

Chris thanks so much for your lovely comment :)

Paloma P

Date: 11/2/2016 11:33:00 AM

Really stellar introspection, second line tripped me up, other than that, the sentiment flourished.

Carol B.
Date: 11/2/2016 12:04:00 PM

Thanks so much for your comment and I appreciate your input :)

Freddie Robinson Jr.

Date: 10/30/2016 3:59:00 AM

Very strong poem, Carol. Critical self-awareness and introspection. Unwavering in its search for the inner truth. I loved it! It is a favorite (fave) for sure. Love always. RW (Romantic Warrior)

Carol B.
Date: 10/30/2016 11:49:00 AM

Thank you so much :)

Darren White

Date: 10/30/2016 2:34:00 AM

This is absolutely stunning! I agree with Jan on the final stanza :)

Carol B.
Date: 10/30/2016 11:48:00 AM

Thanks!! Your comment made me smile :)

Jannie Breedt

Date: 10/29/2016 2:58:00 AM

Wow! This one is a shiner. Thank you

Carol B.
Date: 10/29/2016 3:06:00 PM

Wow! That's so kind of you to say :)

Richard Lamoureux

Date: 10/28/2016 7:46:00 PM

I can see why this one was chosen POTD. Congrats.

Carol B.
Date: 10/28/2016 11:35:00 PM

Thanks :) I was elated!

Connie Marcum Wong

Date: 10/21/2016 4:50:00 PM

A metaphoric marvel Carol! I love this piece. Congratulations on it's much deserved honor of being chosen POTD! 7 ; )

Carol B.
Date: 10/22/2016 11:31:00 PM

Thank you! Your comments are much appreciated :)

Nette Onclaud

Date: 10/16/2016 6:43:00 PM

an introspective, impressive write from your dripping quill.. wecome back, carol... huggs

Carol B.
Date: 10/17/2016 1:49:00 PM

Thanks so much for the wonderful comment and for the lovely welcome to poetry soup. This is all new to me. I loved reading poetry but was hesitant in writing myself. So this was a huge surprise for me :)

Nette Onclaud
Date: 10/16/2016 6:44:00 PM

and drums roll " happy POTD'

Charlie Smith

Date: 10/15/2016 11:00:00 PM

Congratulations Carol for POTD honors...

Carol B.
Date: 10/16/2016 1:13:00 PM

Thank you :)

Jan Allison

Date: 10/15/2016 7:13:00 PM

Very deep imagery Carol I especially love the positivity of the final stanza:-) congrats on POTD:-) hugs Jan xx

Carol B.
Date: 10/16/2016 1:15:00 PM

Yes it's important to remain positive :) Thanks for the comment.

Ironic Zink

Date: 10/15/2016 6:49:00 PM

Excellent achievement for this Poem of the Day!

Carol B.
Date: 10/16/2016 1:17:00 PM

Thank you :) I was so surprised.

Daniel Turner

Date: 10/15/2016 8:09:00 AM

Back to say, "Congratulations" Carol for POTD honors. Nicely penned.

Carol B.
Date: 10/16/2016 1:17:00 PM

Thank you for your support :)

Casarah Nance

Date: 10/15/2016 8:07:00 AM

back again to grats your poem being featured :)

Carol B.
Date: 10/16/2016 1:18:00 PM

Thanks so much Casarah :)

Anne-Lise Andresen

Date: 10/15/2016 6:41:00 AM

- Congratulations on your p.o.t.d. Carol :) - A great poem - hugs // Anne-Lise :)

Carol B.
Date: 10/16/2016 1:19:00 PM

Thank you :)

Keith Logan

Date: 10/15/2016 6:37:00 AM

The first line grabs strongly, the rest of the stanza holds firm to that promise. I'm not quite sure what the latter part of the next line is about, seems clumsily repetitive. Just one man's thought. I very much like the final verse also.

Carol B.
Date: 10/16/2016 1:20:00 PM

Thank you so much for your input much appreciated :)

Maurice Yvonne

Date: 10/15/2016 6:21:00 AM

Congratulations on poem of the day. This is a brilliant choice. Great poetry!

Carol B.
Date: 10/16/2016 1:21:00 PM

Thank you so much for your wonderful comment and support :)

Manmath Dalei

Date: 10/15/2016 6:07:00 AM

Wow......it is outstanding. A7 from me & big congrats for POTD..............//hugs

Carol B.
Date: 10/16/2016 1:22:00 PM

Thanks so much for your generous comment. Much appreciated :)

Casarah Nance

Date: 10/13/2016 8:20:00 PM

interesting descriptions like roots digging in and branches reaching out, extending and reaching in different directions, the growth comes from the reflections within.

Carol B.
Date: 10/13/2016 11:27:00 PM

Thank you for your fantastic comment. Much appreciated :)

Andrea Dietrich

Date: 10/13/2016 8:14:00 PM

outstanding metaphors, Carol. ARe you the same Carol that was here a long time ago?

Carol B.
Date: 10/13/2016 11:19:00 PM

Thanks for your wonderful comment :) To answer your question I joined this site back in Feb. 2016. I have been so impressed by the poets on this site.