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The tinsel trappings of poetic pride too often inhabit forms tested and tried and leave truth abandoned - with nowhere to hide

Copyright © | Year Posted 2010




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Date: 2/4/2010 9:35:00 AM
Very profound.....Oh my...I really like this, so much honesty in this lanterne! Many thanks Brian, for placing my "tree" poem in your contest. And I thank you once again, for sponsoring such interesting and varied contests...such a great learning tool for our poetry! Thank you! ~ Carrie
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Date: 2/3/2010 5:43:00 PM
But it hides, much too successfully. Nice poem. Thank you.
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Date: 2/3/2010 5:41:00 PM
enjoyed reading today,
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Date: 2/3/2010 6:59:00 AM
Yes, sometimes words can seem just like tinsel! Good way to express it! andrea
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Date: 2/3/2010 6:09:00 AM
Ultimate words to reflect upon.. and a brand new fav of mine today... apropos for current situations flowing on site... thankxxx luv.. Linda-Marie..
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Date: 2/3/2010 3:29:00 AM
Question: Does the poet use form perfectly and leave off the truth? Not sure if that is what you mean. Keep the perceptive pen flowing. Sara
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Date: 2/3/2010 2:38:00 AM
I enjoyed that
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Date: 2/3/2010 2:22:00 AM
Much said in a " blank verse " !! , as ever , Sir Brian ...
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Date: 2/3/2010 1:55:00 AM
it seems like it says truth is exposed by following the rules...
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Date: 2/3/2010 12:27:00 AM
Love the rhyme scheme used, nice work...Raul
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