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peaches73533
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since 2001-11-04
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OK, USA

0 posted 2002-03-06 12:44 PM


Hello all.This is my first write that I tried not to rhyme.I would like very honest criticism here, you'll not hurt my feelings in any way.Please be honest, I'm trying to grow in new directions.Thanks.


I close my eyes and lift myself out
To see what is beyond my body
A luminous sky with so many clouds
A golden moon guiding with light
The featherweight clouds seem to drift by
And the pizazz of the stars take me high
Green, rolling luscious hills, farther than I
can see
The air is so easy to breathe, like a beautiful
dream
The waves against the shore sing an enchanted
melody
As I hear the wind whisper words of a lullaby
The golden embers of the sand
The immense tranquility in this world
I float as smooth as a bird
Seeing these wonderful things
The land is so peaceful, yet so full of life

Peaches

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Daemonyin
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since 2001-11-24
Posts 31

1 posted 2002-03-06 12:55 PM


"The air is so easy to breathe, like a beautiful
dream"

Much like the poem itself... I wonder what you were thinking of when you wrote this...

It's so beautiful and calm.... almost puts me to sleep...  I mean that in a good way.
  Sorry I have nothing constructive to say.

Larry C
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2 posted 2002-03-06 12:55 PM


Peaches,
From one novice free verse poet to another...you did it! Who cares about how good it is or isn't? You had the courage to try it. So...the plan is you keeping doing it occasionally and it keeps getting better.

By the way, I don't have a clue about the quality of free verse. I just like that you did it and I enjoyed it!

peaches73533
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3 posted 2002-03-06 01:06 AM


Daemonyin:Your words were very constructive.My thoughts were what I don't see when I'm in my body.

LarryC:Thank you so much.You've made me smile.

Peaches

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4 posted 2002-03-06 08:40 AM




(smiles) YAY!!! Ooohhhhhh...this is soooooo beautiful, sweet friend, I LOVE IT!!! I think all of your lovely poems are wonderful, this shines with the beauty of Mother Nature! (kiss on cheek) We all love you so uch, sweet friend, this is a true gem! You have such a beautiful heart, sweet Peaches, thank you for sharing!



May love and light always shine upon you!

Love,
Noah Eaton

peaches73533
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5 posted 2002-03-06 09:13 AM


Noah:Thanks so much Thought I would try something different. It was something to play around with You are a great friend.

Peaches

Cpat Hair
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6 posted 2002-03-06 09:18 AM


Good Morning...
As one who writes in free verse almost exclusively...I can tell you there are no right or wrongs... images are important as well as concise presntations. I also tend towrads the minimalistic most of the time so for me this was a long poem.
If you want to grow in free verse look for words and phrases that are not needed to convey the central idea or image, cut them from your words, and sprinkle in your own vision of comparison...

For a first write in free verse...I think this stand on its own quite well. Will be interesting to see if you pursue and how your words eveolve if you do..

Good work!

peaches73533
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7 posted 2002-03-06 09:33 AM


CpatHair:Thank you so much for your constructive criticism.I'm not sure if I can live up to the standards of free verse, but will definetly keep trying.Thanks for your honesty.
peaches

Dark Stranger
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8 posted 2002-03-06 09:37 AM


I like it ms...it is a series of places that are enjoyed.


peaches73533
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9 posted 2002-03-06 09:40 AM


DarkStranger:Thank you so much.I don't think the flow is as smooth as it could've been, but it'll get there in time.
Peaches

strbbux
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10 posted 2002-03-06 09:45 AM


Very nice peaches, All I know is that I loved reading it, and it carried me through, the flow was nice, the words were beautiful. Keep writing in this style, I love both styles myself. floria

Floria

"Alas for those that never sing,
But die with all their music in them"
(Oliver Wendell Holmes)

suthern
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11 posted 2002-03-06 11:50 AM


I enjoyed reading this... and wish I could visit such a place. *S*
Startime
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12 posted 2002-03-06 11:54 AM


*sigh* I could see it and I could feel it therefore you have created the vision for me perfectly...did I say I love it..well...I love it...**big hugs**

Love I leave with you whether it is in your life now or yet the essense of your dreams.

EagleScorpion
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13 posted 2002-03-06 12:12 PM


ahhhh yes...
this just makes me want to lay by the beach and watch the sun come up
If you ask me, i feel there are not and shouldnt be any rules to free verse.
beautiful, peaches, just like you

God alone is alone. Man is not.

peaches73533
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since 2001-11-04
Posts 981
OK, USA
14 posted 2002-03-06 12:26 PM


Floria:Thanks so much for the support.I will keep try8ing.

suthern:thanks so much, wish I could take you there.At least in spirit anyways.

Startime:Thanks so much.Glad you enjoyed it.I think I will try again.

EagleScorpion:Thank you so much for the support and thanks for the compliment.I'm learning new things every time I write.

Peaches

Magnus
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15 posted 2002-03-06 10:10 PM


Though I do write free verse from time to
time,  in fact...I sort of stuck with it
for a while....BUT...I don't consider myself
an expert on it....

1.  Did you catch the reader's eye right
away...YEP
2.  Did you write it where it was easy
to see the picture you painted,  with lots
of visuals, appropriate adjectives...YEP..
3.  Did they like it...YEP YEP YEP YEP YEP..

I think you did JUST FINE...I like it!

And try not to let it get too long...people
tend to lose interest unless it is a poem
that really keeps their attention...I think
you did superbly with the length...Overall...YOU DONE GOOD!!

peaches73533
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since 2001-11-04
Posts 981
OK, USA
16 posted 2002-03-07 07:03 AM


Magnus:Thank you for your support. You have always been a great friend.
Thank you for helping me out, I'll remember a few of those guidelines.
Peaches

peaches73533
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since 2001-11-04
Posts 981
OK, USA
17 posted 2002-03-07 07:03 AM


Magnus:Thank you for your support. You have always been a great friend.
Thank you for helping me out, I'll remember a few of those guidelines.
Peaches

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