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by Karin Anderson
Fri Dec 23, 2016 3:40 am
Forum: Community Poems
Topic: Merry Christmas
Replies: 4
Views: 9686

Re: Merry Christmas

Please accept my thank you too and may you have a beautiful Christmas Adette. I did manage to find another video that hopefully will stay, and perhaps you can find one too...
by Karin Anderson
Fri Dec 23, 2016 3:36 am
Forum: Community Poems
Topic: Christmas ~trijan refrain
Replies: 3
Views: 9259

Re: Christmas ~trijan refrain

A Trijan Refrain so magically crafted and Ernesto Cortazar adds to make it even more magical. My favourite part is 'lots of presents wrapped with love very carefully' and the last line really makes me smile thank you Stella!
by Karin Anderson
Tue Dec 20, 2016 5:21 am
Forum: Community Poems
Topic: OH! HO HO HO & BUNDLES OF LAUGHS
Replies: 5
Views: 9836

Re: OH! HO HO HO & BUNDLES OF LAUGHS

Thank you Stella and Seema for your comments and may you both have a wonderful Christmas season with your friends and loved ones...
by Karin Anderson
Tue Dec 20, 2016 5:18 am
Forum: Community Poems
Topic: 2016 - Connect With Gracious Lord
Replies: 3
Views: 7162

Re: 2016 - Connect With Gracious Lord

Your faith in God is admirable and the first stanza is such a lovely lead into your poem that I felt I was there. It is always a pleasure to read your work thank you Seema.
by Karin Anderson
Sun Dec 18, 2016 7:27 am
Forum: Community Poems
Topic: OH! HO HO HO & BUNDLES OF LAUGHS
Replies: 5
Views: 9836

OH! HO HO HO & BUNDLES OF LAUGHS

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Bt3Y3HJpXQs b] (Wrapped Refrain Poem) [/b] Oh! Ho, Ho, Ho I’m so awake This Christmas Eve for Santa’s sake. I’m dying just to peep and sneak But if I do my bed will creak. And behind dressed up curtains my mother will know Santa whisks me to his sled with ......
by Karin Anderson
Sun Dec 11, 2016 6:32 am
Forum: Community Poems
Topic: Blessed to be Broken
Replies: 2
Views: 7516

Re: Blessed to be Broken

The music is magic and am still humming along. And, your words of wisdom as a summation are wonderful! Thank you or this glorious presentation Stella.
by Karin Anderson
Sun Dec 11, 2016 6:24 am
Forum: Community Poems
Topic: Dickie's Christmas Tree
Replies: 3
Views: 8389

Re: Dickie's Christmas Tree

This such an entertaining and enjoyable read for Christmas and I do adore your Dickie series! I especially loved the last 3 stanzas and do now have a big smile on my face thanks to you Stella!
by Karin Anderson
Sun Nov 27, 2016 10:23 pm
Forum: Community Poems
Topic: Fine Vintage Wine & Rum Plum Pudding...a wrapped refrain
Replies: 4
Views: 10105

Re: Fine Vintage Wine & Rum Plum Pudding...a wrapped refrain

What fun this was to write this together even though we live in different countries. It does look yummy as Adette comments and I love how it was your idea to bring romance into it Stella. Also thank you for providing this creative site for others to enjoy...
by Karin Anderson
Sun Nov 27, 2016 10:14 pm
Forum: Community Poems
Topic: The Silent Snow ~ trijan refrain
Replies: 4
Views: 10683

Re: The Silent Snow ~ trijan refrain

What a glorious write this is, not only with the awe inspiring imagery and how you have efficiently crafted it, but the last stanza brings in the glory of God. Thank you Stella for this unforgettable presentation.
by Karin Anderson
Fri Nov 18, 2016 6:12 am
Forum: Community Poems
Topic: My Darling Daughter
Replies: 2
Views: 6997

Re: My Darling Daughter

I feel blessed to have a daughter too and your poem comes straight from your heart into mine. I do hope you can show your daughter this gracious presentation and the music and video is such a delight thank you Adette.
by Karin Anderson
Fri Nov 18, 2016 4:26 am
Forum: Community Poems
Topic: Half A World Away
Replies: 2
Views: 6859

Half A World Away

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=p2Qdw4UW6ek ( A Synchronistic Poem) It dowses dregs of winter days rod’s divinity dips its lips with mine. It fishes deep in summer days reel casts wild-yonder-blue sea spray o’er me. It rakes with gold in autumn days leaves spiral, spin with hair cascades of...
by Karin Anderson
Tue Nov 15, 2016 4:57 am
Forum: Community Poems
Topic: INHUMAN
Replies: 5
Views: 11622

Re: INHUMAN

Such a excellent title with powerful images that make me shiver. The 4th stanza and the last really stood out for me and your poem will stay with me for a long time. May all the people who suffered such cruelty rest in peace Adette!
by Karin Anderson
Tue Nov 15, 2016 4:42 am
Forum: Community Poems
Topic: Summer Clings (Choka)
Replies: 13
Views: 19601

Re: Summer Clings (Choka)

A most impressive Choka, as I have not seen one before, and I can imagine it all through your beautiful descriptive images Cindy.
by Karin Anderson
Tue Nov 15, 2016 4:35 am
Forum: Community Poems
Topic: Dickie Sparrow and his Friends
Replies: 3
Views: 8102

Re: Dickie Sparrow and his Friends

Such a delightful write and I am smiling at your brilliant imagination especially 'Well my feathers are very dowdy, and I wanted to impress Rosie Rook'
as naughty Magpie is just like a human. I have always loved your Dickie Sparrow collection Stella as it is unique, fun and incredibly clever!
by Karin Anderson
Mon Nov 14, 2016 6:42 am
Forum: Community Poems
Topic: A Soldier’s Prayer ~ minute Poem
Replies: 4
Views: 10316

Re: A Soldier’s Prayer ~ minute Poem

So poignantly written and you excel with this Minute poem for its strong rhyme and heartbreaking content Stella. So sad and what really did it for me is 'for war is rape, it wants my soul.'
by Karin Anderson
Mon Nov 14, 2016 5:52 am
Forum: Community Poems
Topic: My Piano Cries For You
Replies: 3
Views: 8092

My Piano Cries For You

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FOJ58vkdaH4 My Piano Cries For You Video (Wrapped Refrain Poem) Don’t break my heart or I shall die with this dance you lift me sky high. You twirl me like a carousel come my Romeo to our spell. Ballet’s pirouettes try to keep us far apart. now whirligigs, I’...
by Karin Anderson
Fri Nov 11, 2016 4:36 am
Forum: Community Poems
Topic: Winters Song
Replies: 5
Views: 8472

Re: Winters Song

A lovely atmospheric write and I adore Ronan Keeting and the lovely picture you have provided with the snow falling gently. Such a wonderful presentation Adette.
by Karin Anderson
Fri Nov 11, 2016 4:30 am
Forum: Community Poems
Topic: In Remembrance ~ tanka poem
Replies: 2
Views: 7134

Re: In Remembrance ~ tanka poem

A significant write indeed. We in Australia are wearing red poppies today and these brave men should always be remembered thank you Stella!.
by Karin Anderson
Wed Nov 09, 2016 2:04 am
Forum: Community Poems
Topic: Painting Dreams
Replies: 5
Views: 8612

Re: Painting Dreams

Absolutely superb penning and the colours in the video are stunning. I really like the wisdom 'God in his wisdom gave each of us a gift use it wisely was his only wish' as I know this is so. Your rhyming couplet at the conclusion rounds off your poem beautifully Adette.
by Karin Anderson
Mon Nov 07, 2016 6:45 am
Forum: Community Poems
Topic: The Fallen
Replies: 3
Views: 6830

Re: The Fallen

Tears are running down my face as I read this sensitive and heartfelt offering for your Grandfather. The video adds to the sadness and I love Secret Garden and I have their CD's. Also the red in your presentation brings in another powerful layer to this engaging write thank you Adette
by Karin Anderson
Mon Nov 07, 2016 6:34 am
Forum: Community Poems
Topic: WAR ~ a Villanelle
Replies: 4
Views: 9035

Re: WAR ~ a Villanelle

This is a fitting tribute for those who went to war. A villanelle has only two rhymes and extra effort is required to sustain these rhymes. Also the repeats work so well and it really shows how futile war is. I will remember this poem for a very long time Stella!
by Karin Anderson
Mon Nov 07, 2016 6:27 am
Forum: Community Poems
Topic: The Robin ~ trijan refrain
Replies: 2
Views: 7230

Re: The Robin ~ trijan refrain

This is adorable Stella and I can imagine it being read to school children . The last stanza really did it for me, 'a little help although he's free
is something that he needs for summer 'neath his tree.' I just love birds and you brought this robin beautifully to life for me.
by Karin Anderson
Tue Nov 01, 2016 11:32 am
Forum: Community Poems
Topic: In my Reverie
Replies: 3
Views: 6559

Re: In my Reverie

As we age we grow with wisdom and poetry is a wonderful way to express how the years have gone so quickly and yet you count your blessings to complete a gracious and beautiful write Adette.
by Karin Anderson
Tue Nov 01, 2016 11:24 am
Forum: Community Poems
Topic: Faith can move Mountains (For Jon London)
Replies: 2
Views: 7643

Re: Faith can move Mountains (For Jon London)

This brings back memories of our friend in poetry who is extremely talented. I admire the title and thoughtfulness you bestow him with faith and love thank you Stella!
by Karin Anderson
Tue Nov 01, 2016 11:12 am
Forum: Community Poems
Topic: Remembering A Soul
Replies: 5
Views: 8173

Re: Remembering A Soul

It is lovely to find a poem from you on Stella's site Ency. I am so sorry you lost your brother but appreciate the tenderness of the 3rd stanza and the resolution you obtain with the stanzas that follow. May he rest in peace and always be remembered by those who love him dearly Ency.
by Karin Anderson
Tue Oct 18, 2016 8:16 am
Forum: Community Poems
Topic: Autumn
Replies: 4
Views: 7621

Re: Autumn

Oh! Adette this presentation is such a double treat and I love how the picture is silent and I can imagine Mother Nature's sigh and the soft whispering in the first stanza as the leaves fall down with your lovely poetry. Then to top it off Nat King Cole sings one of my favourite songs. Thank you my ...
by Karin Anderson
Tue Oct 18, 2016 8:07 am
Forum: Community Poems
Topic: The Music Played ~ trijan refrain
Replies: 4
Views: 8830

Re: The Music Played ~ trijan refrain

Such gorgeous poetry and all within a form which is of great credit to you. I adore music and the music theme runs through the poem hauntingly, romantically and passionately and the repeats do great justice as well. This is the first time I have viewed a Trijan refrain and it is a most impressive fo...
by Karin Anderson
Sat Oct 15, 2016 5:46 am
Forum: Community Poems
Topic: Safe Snuggled in my Cottage Nook
Replies: 7
Views: 9420

Re: Safe Snuggled in my Cottage Nook

Your cottage sounds so tranquil and the harmony you produce is admirable. It puts beautiful word pictures in my mind and
I love it too!
by Karin Anderson
Sat Oct 15, 2016 5:38 am
Forum: Community Poems
Topic: “Only me” ~ tanka
Replies: 3
Views: 7570

Re: “Only me” ~ tanka

A delightful tanka with beautiful imagery as always. It is lovely to read more of your poetry and your name Stella meaning 'star' is a perfect for you indeed Stella.
by Karin Anderson
Sat Oct 15, 2016 5:27 am
Forum: Community Poems
Topic: Mirror, Mirror
Replies: 4
Views: 7597

Re: Mirror, Mirror

I can really relate to this engaging write. I wish mirrors were not invented and we just looked into rivers and lakes. I appreciate the rhyme and honesty and the well chosen picture to accompany your poetry thank you Adette.
by Karin Anderson
Sat Oct 15, 2016 5:10 am
Forum: Community Poems
Topic: CLIFF OF LONGING
Replies: 2
Views: 5880

CLIFF OF LONGING

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v6mgtuNbM4I She clings to the curve of your lips her shock of windswept hair hangs from a cliff of longing . Below waves thresh jagged rocks as fish leap lusterware scales in thrashing waves of her eyes. How many others cling like she does to move high as tide rides ...
by Karin Anderson
Thu Nov 19, 2015 1:35 am
Forum: Community Poems
Topic: Whispers ~ sonnet
Replies: 4
Views: 5667

Re: Whispers ~ sonnet

Unique glorious imagery that pulled me right into a haunting and intriguing sonnet. It is always such a pleasure to read your sonnets and this one is one of your very best thank you Stella!
by Karin Anderson
Thu Nov 19, 2015 1:24 am
Forum: Community Poems
Topic: Hush
Replies: 3
Views: 5143

Re: Hush

This so inspirational and gentle in the first and last stanza and the second stanza is brilliant how it suggests storms rage but we can let it all go. A beautiful meditative write Stella!
by Karin Anderson
Thu Nov 05, 2015 4:16 am
Forum: Community Poems
Topic: The Pledge ~Petrarchan sonnet
Replies: 4
Views: 5626

Re: The Pledge ~Petrarchan sonnet

You have crafted a stunning classical romantic sonnet with a picture that accompanies it beautifully. It was a great idea to develop the octave with 'her' words and the sestet with 'his' answering words. I have read it over and over again for its brilliance Stella!
by Karin Anderson
Mon Oct 19, 2015 12:04 pm
Forum: Community Poems
Topic: As Dickie Sparrow was Sleeping
Replies: 2
Views: 4577

Re: As Dickie Sparrow was Sleeping

An enchanting write and you bring your characters to life with such naughty ways. I always enjoy your Dickie Sparrow series and this one really made me smile thank you Stella.
by Karin Anderson
Sun Oct 04, 2015 5:44 am
Forum: Community Poems
Topic: The Journey
Replies: 4
Views: 5880

Re: The Journey

This is one of your very best compositions and a fitting title for crafting poems, and I really like the picture and words it conveys as well. Brilliant penning Stella.
by Karin Anderson
Sun Oct 04, 2015 5:37 am
Forum: Community Poems
Topic: Blue Eyes ~ double etheree
Replies: 3
Views: 5246

Re: Blue Eyes ~ double etheree

The gorgeous blue eyes in the photo complement your double etheree beautifully. It is a most compelling read, especially the second etheree which I would describe as 'magnetic', as it drew me right in to these deep blue eyes Stella.
by Karin Anderson
Tue Sep 15, 2015 12:57 pm
Forum: Community Poems
Topic: Contentment.
Replies: 8
Views: 8675

Re: Contentment.

Such glorious imagery and I love 'in the lyric of a sigh'. I feel blessed to have read a beautiful poem such as this one this evening.
by Karin Anderson
Mon Sep 14, 2015 7:15 am
Forum: Community Poems
Topic: Dylanesque ~ a Villanelle
Replies: 7
Views: 6914

Re: Dylanesque ~ a Villanelle

Your determination is admirable, and the rhyme repeats of the Villanelle solidify your lines with great precision Stella. Well done!!!
by Karin Anderson
Mon Sep 14, 2015 7:00 am
Forum: Community Poems
Topic: When Night Falls
Replies: 4
Views: 5427

Re: When Night Falls

Your mono rhyme brings in a scenic continuity, and I can imagine all the sounds, then the silence you so creatively craft thank you Stella.
by Karin Anderson
Mon Sep 14, 2015 6:47 am
Forum: Community Poems
Topic: A Time for Everything
Replies: 7
Views: 10786

Re: A Time for Everything

I can really relate to this poem of wisdom and the beauty we behold as we grow old. A most beautiful write indeed Stella.
by Karin Anderson
Fri Sep 04, 2015 4:50 am
Forum: Community Poems
Topic: Truly ~ a shadow sonnet
Replies: 2
Views: 2997

Re: Truly ~ a shadow sonnet

Congratulations on composing a shadow sonnet Stella and I do not find them easy to craft. Yet, this has a beauty all of its own, where kindness, love and destiny are featured, and I love the picture you have chosen too!
by Karin Anderson
Sun Aug 30, 2015 7:07 am
Forum: Community Poems
Topic: Safe Now
Replies: 1
Views: 2400

Re: Safe Now

It is interesting to see you revised this wonderfully sentimental write, and in doing so I love how you refer to your cloak on three occasions as peaceful, beautiful and contented. The picture complements your poem beautifully and it is such a pleasure to read Stella.
by Karin Anderson
Sun Aug 30, 2015 7:00 am
Forum: Community Poems
Topic: And the Cat came back
Replies: 5
Views: 6631

Re: And the Cat came back

A most interesting and enjoyable poem about how a cat can find their home after a long period of time, and it is amazing that they manage to do this. This is a great inspirational write thank you Sandra.
by Karin Anderson
Sat Aug 15, 2015 4:10 am
Forum: Community Poems
Topic: The Tree ~ Stellanette
Replies: 3
Views: 4989

Re: The Tree ~ Stellanette

This is glorious penning and with the music it is a gorgeous experience indeed. The beauty, hope, shadows an strength are expertly crafted
from the owner of this wonderful form Stella...
by Karin Anderson
Wed Aug 05, 2015 3:08 am
Forum: Community Poems
Topic: Like Flowers ~ a haibun
Replies: 9
Views: 9894

Re: Like Flowers ~ a haibun

To sing colours is a unique and romantic way to express eternal love and beauty. A wonderful haibun thank you Stella.
by Karin Anderson
Sun Aug 02, 2015 5:24 am
Forum: Community Poems
Topic: The Western Ghats
Replies: 6
Views: 7004

Re: The Western Ghats

A beautifully descriptive write with great imagination, and I really like how you show empathy to the young woman Sandra.
by Karin Anderson
Tue Jul 28, 2015 7:44 am
Forum: Community Poems
Topic: Forever
Replies: 3
Views: 2974

Re: Forever

Please accept my sympathy for the sad loss of your darling dog Stella. A dog becomes part of the family, and may your beautiful dreams of her continue as I know you must really miss her Stella.
by Karin Anderson
Tue Jul 21, 2015 6:17 am
Forum: Community Poems
Topic: Sleepy Heads
Replies: 4
Views: 5587

Re: Sleepy Heads

A most beautiful beautiful write and one of your very best. With its layers of gorgeous imagery it has sent me to heavenly highs. It takes readers on a journey from late afternoon to a glorious new morning Stella.
by Karin Anderson
Tue Jul 21, 2015 6:11 am
Forum: Community Poems
Topic: CHARITY
Replies: 2
Views: 2841

Re: CHARITY

:lol: :lol: :roll: This is so humorous and a joy to read and the last stanza really did it for me!!! There is nothing like a good laugh Stella.

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