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by Karin Anderson
Wed Apr 01, 2015 6:45 am
Forum: Community Poems
Topic: Little Messages For My Daughter (Pentaiku poem)
Replies: 7
Views: 10550

Little Messages For My Daughter (Pentaiku poem)

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j14f3Locyqw (A Pentaiku Poem)] Mother are animals wiser than us? ‘We are all nature and share with living creatures dark, rain, light and sun’ If animals are wise why don’t they smile? ‘They smile in their hearts keep your pockets full of sun to share with ot...
by Karin Anderson
Wed Apr 01, 2015 6:15 am
Forum: Community Poems
Topic: Painful Memories Forever ( Tritina Poem )
Replies: 5
Views: 5002

Re: Painful Memories Forever ( Tritina Poem )

The Tritina is one of my favourite forms and you have done it great justice, as these painful memories are so real and heartfelt Tom.
by Karin Anderson
Tue Mar 31, 2015 9:42 am
Forum: Community Poems
Topic: Size May Matter
Replies: 4
Views: 5125

Re: Size May Matter

Oh! good I can use some more smileys to go with my smileys as I learned to do them only recently. Fun filled and cheeky as usual and you bring much merriment to Stella's site thank you Steven. :lol: :o :D :roll: 8-)
by Karin Anderson
Tue Mar 31, 2015 9:29 am
Forum: Community Poems
Topic: 2015 - My Own Life's Quotes To Live By - March
Replies: 3
Views: 3518

Re: 2015 - My Own Life's Quotes To Live By - March

As usual you have woven so much thoughtfulness with your own quotes to live by. Your writing is admirable and I am sure you help a lot of people with your wisdom Seema.
by Karin Anderson
Tue Mar 31, 2015 9:21 am
Forum: Community Poems
Topic: Free Of Care ( Trimeric Poem )
Replies: 5
Views: 5228

Re: Free Of Care ( Trimeric Poem )

Another new form from you and I am impressed and enjoy this beautiful poem too thank you Tom.
by Karin Anderson
Tue Mar 31, 2015 6:48 am
Forum: Community Poems
Topic: When Pale Green Was Best (Pentaiku)
Replies: 4
Views: 5539

Re: When Pale Green Was Best (Pentaiku)

Congratulations for your wonderful creation of a Pentaiku form and I am going to give it a go. Using green as a metaphor is a brilliant idea as the moral in the poem works so well in the last line Tom.
by Karin Anderson
Tue Mar 31, 2015 6:37 am
Forum: Community Poems
Topic: Growing Old ( Pentaiku poem)
Replies: 3
Views: 3152

Re: Growing Old ( Pentaiku poem)

This is superb penning and the challenge you took is presented with wisdom and sensitivity. You have set a really high standard for others to follow and I love the form Tom has creatively created. Kudos to you Stella as I can see Tom is really impressed with your first Pentaiku poem!
by Karin Anderson
Tue Mar 31, 2015 6:26 am
Forum: Community Poems
Topic: HAPPY BIRTHDAY STEPHEN
Replies: 7
Views: 7835

Re: HAPPY BIRTHDAY STEPHEN

Have the most wonderful birthday ever with your lovely family and thanks for for creating this great site to enjoy. It is a special gift indeed Stephen!
by Karin Anderson
Sun Mar 29, 2015 6:35 am
Forum: Community Poems
Topic: 2015 - Spring Awakening
Replies: 3
Views: 3225

Re: 2015 - Spring Awakening

I love the title 'Spring Awakening' as it does not just awaken me to the beauty of spring, but awakens me to your very wise words thank you Seema.
by Karin Anderson
Sun Mar 29, 2015 6:30 am
Forum: Community Poems
Topic: She Answered in Senryu (Pentaiku)
Replies: 5
Views: 4955

Re: She Answered in Senryu

A clever, colourful and and sentimental presentation so beautifully woven with senryu Tom.
by Karin Anderson
Sun Mar 29, 2015 6:25 am
Forum: Community Poems
Topic: Spring Flowers ~ Stellanette
Replies: 8
Views: 6477

Re: Spring Flowers ~ Stellanette

You have cast a spell over me with this glorious Stellanette and I agree with Seema as it is magical. My favourite image is 'tiny thimbles ring out in the woodland' and the music complements the poem beautifully Stella.
by Karin Anderson
Fri Mar 27, 2015 12:22 pm
Forum: Community Poems
Topic: Disco Agnes
Replies: 5
Views: 5176

Re: Disco Agnes

You devil you tricking me and thank you for once again for making me laugh so much! Fantastic writing as usual you rascal. :lol: :lol: :lol: :lol: :lo
by Karin Anderson
Fri Mar 27, 2015 12:07 pm
Forum: Community Poems
Topic: Spring-Loaded.
Replies: 4
Views: 5476

Re: Spring-Loaded.

I love enjoying spring poems from your country as we are in autumn and your gorgeous images bring me into your spring. The 'explosion of coloured petals and the beautiful pink in the picture is certainly a treat for me Fay.
by Karin Anderson
Fri Mar 27, 2015 12:00 pm
Forum: Community Poems
Topic: Always Be Her Baby
Replies: 5
Views: 5502

Re: Always Be Her Baby

This is Oh so romantic and you have the gift of writing straight from your heart to produce dreamy and passionate poetry. Another delightful write from you Bono.
by Karin Anderson
Fri Mar 27, 2015 11:44 am
Forum: Community Poems
Topic: It's A Beautiful Morning
Replies: 4
Views: 5233

Re: It's A Beautiful Morning

What a joy it is to find you on Stella's site and I love the imagery of the opening line, and how the imagery is beautiful throughout to the very last line. My mother used to sing the song 'Oh What a Beautiful Morning' and this is another reason I love your poem Bono.
by Karin Anderson
Wed Mar 25, 2015 9:47 am
Forum: Community Poems
Topic: Spring
Replies: 6
Views: 6055

Re: Spring

You have crafted impeccable rhythm and rhyme and a most enjoyable read. The highlighted letters are the highlight of this beautiful spring write Tom.
by Karin Anderson
Wed Mar 25, 2015 9:41 am
Forum: Community Poems
Topic: An Exuberant Soul Sings: Alaskan Tranquility
Replies: 6
Views: 6053

Re: An Exuberant Soul Sings: Alaskan Tranquility

A wonderful title and and it has it been a wonderful experience to have lingered on every line enjoying the pride you have for your country Richard. 'Alaskan Tranquility' is superb poetry and Denys stole my favourite line. My second favourite line is 'Heather harkens at my touch'. Home is a haven fo...
by Karin Anderson
Wed Mar 25, 2015 9:18 am
Forum: Community Poems
Topic: Dream-catchers
Replies: 9
Views: 7846

Re: Dream-catchers

Dream-catches are a fascinating subject to read about and stem from Native American culture and I must read more about them. Your free verse is beautiful and bittersweet enriched with splendid imagery. Also I love the dove and feathers in the picture with the glorious colors in the sky Stella.
by Karin Anderson
Wed Mar 25, 2015 9:04 am
Forum: Community Poems
Topic: Take Me Away
Replies: 6
Views: 6264

Re: Take Me Away

Candle light can be so soothing and relaxing with the light can bring peace after a hard day's work. I am sure you will fill the lamp whenever you need to and thank you for sharing Prashant.
by Karin Anderson
Mon Mar 23, 2015 12:46 pm
Forum: Community Poems
Topic: Pleasure …..
Replies: 6
Views: 5500

Re: Pleasure …..

The feeling of skinny dipping is second to none, and you have brought this to the reader with your beautiful voluptuous penning. I have savoured all your sensational imagery and very much admire the photo as well Stella!
by Karin Anderson
Sat Mar 21, 2015 12:05 pm
Forum: Community Poems
Topic: Blowing Kisses ~ villanelle
Replies: 2
Views: 3258

Re: Blowing Kisses ~ villanelle

An absolutely beautiful Villanelle and perfect for the delightful spring your country has started to enjoy. Also the poem looks wonderful with the photo you have chosen. May you have the best spring ever Stella.
by Karin Anderson
Sat Mar 21, 2015 11:23 am
Forum: Community Poems
Topic: John Lamb
Replies: 3
Views: 4678

Re: John Lamb

Extremely amusing and clever writing and like Stella I enjoyed the words related to sheep particularly 'gamboling' As for for 'Tup I had to look it up (LOL) so I have learned a new word today thank you Steven and thank you for sharing too!
by Karin Anderson
Fri Mar 20, 2015 11:33 am
Forum: Community Poems
Topic: Just For Fun :)
Replies: 6
Views: 6176

Re: Just For Fun :)

A delightful write where your special memories are precious reminders of what is important to you, and very much enjoyed thank you Tom.
by Karin Anderson
Wed Mar 18, 2015 10:04 am
Forum: Community Poems
Topic: When Eternity Calls
Replies: 7
Views: 6765

Re: When Eternity Calls

Your questions certainly know what living life is all about, and as we grow older, we hopefully have lived our life to the fullest. A wonderfully composed poem which should have a wide readership so others can learn from your wisdom Joseph.
by Karin Anderson
Wed Mar 18, 2015 9:49 am
Forum: Community Poems
Topic: Falling Into You
Replies: 6
Views: 5721

Re: Falling Into You

Romantically mystical with a tinge of sadness which evaporates to a true eternal experience of love. This is so beautifully composed and very much admired by me Stella.
by Karin Anderson
Mon Mar 16, 2015 12:16 pm
Forum: Community Poems
Topic: The Vegetarian Dinner Party
Replies: 8
Views: 8336

The Vegetarian Dinner Party

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bfJ_c2tyfQ0 (Please listen to the music after reading the poem) (Modern Haiku/Senryu) vegetable soup somewhere the homeless queue tasting the steam stripped corn silk rat’s rustles are full off the moon goggle eyed guest rhubarb’s lurid legs dance the can can beetroo...
by Karin Anderson
Mon Mar 16, 2015 11:41 am
Forum: Community Poems
Topic: And So To Bed........(Erotic)
Replies: 4
Views: 4786

Re: And So To Bed........(Erotic)

Your naughty erotic poem is getting lots of lol lol lols from me lol, and the fourth stanza is my favourite leading onto the insulation in the fifth stanza. It is always great to read your humorous poems and have a good laugh Steve! :D
by Karin Anderson
Mon Mar 16, 2015 11:22 am
Forum: Community Poems
Topic: SUCCESS.
Replies: 6
Views: 5810

Re: SUCCESS.

The photo is oh so very beautiful and I can see these delightful spring images in my mind. Your poem is a success indeed as is nature's readiness Fay.
by Karin Anderson
Mon Mar 16, 2015 11:09 am
Forum: Community Poems
Topic: Changes... short piece of prose poetry
Replies: 9
Views: 6899

Re: Changes... short piece of prose poetry

I don't know how I missed this beautiful descriptive piece of prose Stella. It so serene and a pleasure to read. Like Fay comments I like your last line too and it paints a glorious picture in my mind.
by Karin Anderson
Mon Mar 16, 2015 9:23 am
Forum: Community Poems
Topic: A Brook of Words
Replies: 6
Views: 6009

Re: A Brook of Words

Brook as a metaphor is a wonderful concept and I love how you have used the word 'tumbling' from 'words' 'heeding whispers' to reach a river of dreams Denys.
by Karin Anderson
Mon Mar 16, 2015 9:15 am
Forum: Community Poems
Topic: Puddle Dreams
Replies: 7
Views: 8264

Re: Puddle Dreams

Such creative imagery and 'puddles with ocean dreams quivered with delight really' did it for me'. I will look at puddles with a different viewpoint now Cindy.
by Karin Anderson
Mon Mar 16, 2015 9:09 am
Forum: Community Poems
Topic: My Brown Poem Written With My Pink Crayola Pen
Replies: 8
Views: 7548

Re: My Brown Poem Written With My Pink Crayola Pen

Deliciously mouth watering and now I am craving for chocolate. Your brown poem is a big success with me Dorothy!
by Karin Anderson
Mon Mar 16, 2015 9:03 am
Forum: Community Poems
Topic: Happiness!
Replies: 5
Views: 5633

Re: Happiness!

So very true and I feel there is more happiness if we work hard through our difficulties, and become grateful we have found happiness. It is great to find you on this site again Ramesh.
by Karin Anderson
Sun Mar 15, 2015 9:02 am
Forum: Community Poems
Topic: Dental Lovers
Replies: 3
Views: 4006

Re: Dental Lovers

What a comical thing to have in common with your love one and methinks you may have been a dentist will all the ludicrous dentist lingo you have used. Another fantastic humorous write with great rhyme and rhythm too Steven. I hope she did NOT have a canal root filling as they are a money making unhe...
by Karin Anderson
Sun Mar 15, 2015 8:51 am
Forum: Community Poems
Topic: Irritable Vowel Syndrome
Replies: 8
Views: 7603

Re: Irritable Vowel Syndrome

As Cindy comments this is hilarious and a fantastic play on vowels and I can't stop laughing. Do keep up the mirthful work Steven...
by Karin Anderson
Sun Mar 15, 2015 6:27 am
Forum: Community Poems
Topic: Waves and Whisky Quatern
Replies: 6
Views: 6240

Re: Waves and Whisky Quatern

Welcome to Stella's site and I hope you will enjoy it as much as I do. Your Quatern poem is a treat to read and refrain works wonderfully as it travels down your page. It is such a beautiful, lyrical and enchanting write, and thank you for posting it Prashant.
by Karin Anderson
Sun Mar 15, 2015 5:58 am
Forum: Community Poems
Topic: Reflections ~ tri-fall poem
Replies: 4
Views: 4463

Re: Reflections ~ tri-fall poem

The tri-fall form is one of my favorite forms and like Prashant comments, it can spin magic to the reader as you have succeeded in doing. I love how you have used all the seasons with such beautiful imagery Stella.
by Karin Anderson
Sat Mar 14, 2015 11:49 am
Forum: Community Poems
Topic: Spring Morning Mine
Replies: 6
Views: 6377

Re: Spring Morning Mine

Such a delightful and beautiful spring write and I love how it flows. I can imagine it being the lyrics of a song Tom.
by Karin Anderson
Sat Mar 14, 2015 11:35 am
Forum: Community Poems
Topic: A Candid View On Aging
Replies: 6
Views: 5614

Re: A Candid View On Aging

That's the trouble growing wiser, having more than one health problem. You have written this with aplomb and great sense of humour yet I understand it is not easy growing old with more health problems than we imagined we would have. I hope you enjoyed a beautiful birthday Joseph.
by Karin Anderson
Sat Mar 14, 2015 11:20 am
Forum: Community Poems
Topic: She Walks
Replies: 6
Views: 6965

Re: She Walks

An intriguing read so beautifully written with a magical flow. I have read it over and over and was mystified each time Cindy.
by Karin Anderson
Sat Mar 14, 2015 11:12 am
Forum: Community Poems
Topic: I am Breeze.
Replies: 3
Views: 4454

Re: I am Breeze.

Wow your breezy imagination knows no bounds and I admire the humour you have used, and the picture is really beautiful. You are a lover of nature and I am lover of this poem Fay.
by Karin Anderson
Thu Mar 12, 2015 5:32 am
Forum: Community Poems
Topic: Poets ~ fibonacci
Replies: 4
Views: 5213

Re: Poets ~ fibonacci

This is so true and I am a day dreamer too and would not have it any other way. Another beautiful poem from you Stella.
by Karin Anderson
Thu Mar 12, 2015 5:29 am
Forum: Community Poems
Topic: Mother, Forgive Me-Sonnet
Replies: 3
Views: 4788

Re: Mother, Forgive Me-Sonnet

A wonderful and sensitively written gift to your mother under such sad circumstances and it reminds me of 'absence can make the heart grow fonder'. The metaphor of the painting makes it all the more engaging for me knowing how special mothers are, and you were away an the armed forces Joseph.
by Karin Anderson
Thu Mar 12, 2015 4:46 am
Forum: Community Poems
Topic: Shy Spring
Replies: 4
Views: 6349

Re: Shy Spring

What a gorgeous way to write about timid spring and she is in the air as your nose can't help knowing about her. This is enchanting and beautiful thank you Cindy...
by Karin Anderson
Thu Mar 12, 2015 4:35 am
Forum: Community Poems
Topic: JOSEPH'S BIRTHDAY
Replies: 11
Views: 9983

Re: JOSEPH'S BIRTHDAY

Happy Birthday Joseph and congratulations on your special 90th Birthday! I Stella am smiling at your delightful poem for Joseph especially the wild strawberry becoming tasty jelly (lol)
by Karin Anderson
Mon Mar 09, 2015 12:06 pm
Forum: Community Poems
Topic: SUN...haiku
Replies: 6
Views: 5395

Re: SUN...haiku

Such a marvelous suite of haiku where each haiku could stand alone Stella I agree with Fay, as together they are powerful and my favorite is the concluding one with the comparison of fire and thunder to the cool raindrops.
by Karin Anderson
Sun Mar 08, 2015 11:27 am
Forum: Community Poems
Topic: Yesterdays
Replies: 9
Views: 8373

Re: Yesterdays

This is an absolutely enchanting and your daughter would have loved it. I have read it three times and enjoyed it each time Ken.
by Karin Anderson
Fri Mar 06, 2015 12:08 pm
Forum: Community Poems
Topic: The Arrival of Spring ~ a Sonnet
Replies: 4
Views: 4480

Re: The Arrival of Spring ~ a Sonnet

This is a joy to read and I have read it over and over again as it is an enchanting spring sonnet and so beautifully crafted. Ernesto's music is perfect and I adore the two closing lines Stella.
by Karin Anderson
Thu Mar 05, 2015 11:31 am
Forum: Community Poems
Topic: done with poet freak
Replies: 7
Views: 7910

Re: done with poet freak

Welcome back to Stella's site David. Poets on this site respect one another and it is peaceful where like minded friends share their love of poetry. Poetfreak can be entertaining but has many problems so I really enjoy being here free of stress.
by Karin Anderson
Wed Mar 04, 2015 12:19 pm
Forum: Community Poems
Topic: My Ragdoll Cat 'Sky' As A Kitten.
Replies: 9
Views: 8776

My Ragdoll Cat 'Sky' As A Kitten.

He comes from rags switching riches On the rouge boudoir of my bed. Now he streaks a steep kitten leap And lands desk high with his drop-dead Gorgeous electric sky blue eyes, Playing catch the computer mouse With his quick-dipped Earl Gray tea paws, Purring to the Waltz of King Strauss. His fur is ...

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