Your title "The Beanstalk and Jack" really caught my attention.









The imagery tells a fictional story and paints a vivid picture of Jack climbing the beanstalk only to discover an eagle-eye's view. Yet the inspiration from the view makes the climb and struggle worth it. I can't help but see this mirroring real-life struggles when we push through pain, obstacles, and struggle to reach a certain goal or point in life; like getting through to the other side of the storm. They say Hindsight is 20/20. Sometimes we can't see the whole picture in life until we get through whatever it is we are going through. Then we realize the experience was worth being able to look at things with a new perspective and seeing the bigger picture.





At first glance, it appears to be just an altered fairy tale. Then once you read it, you are able to see the deeper meaning, mirroring the message of the poem. This is very inspiring and creative.

My favorite line is:

No castles here, no giants or treasure,
no adventure or stolen fortune awaits
the young adventurer, emboldened only
to see a sight reserved for eagles,
this land between the earth and heaven,
and maybe this can be enough,
for beauty does not pay a fortune
but gives inspiration beyond a price.

Your title "A Purple Crocus" really caught my attention.









This poem is filled with varying emotions and mental pictures. There is a lot going on here. The poem projects sadness, abandon, hunger, and hope. It is a picture of great need and deprivation and a picture of a little help. The cycle of life continues even among the devistation.





I had to reread this poem several times to fully understand it. There is a lot to take in. This is a wonderful word picture of what goes on at a rescue mission.

My favorite line is:

The sun shines brighter after a warm night's sleep
when one might notice the tiny purple crocus,
pushing its way between the crumbled concrete.

Your title "Pearl Buttons, Pearls Button"

Very creative for the title! I love the word play. I feel the description could have a better explanation of the poem. A cover photo would assist in drawing attention to this item.



I feel like the flow is a little rugged. I can't quite put my finger on it, but it doesn't flow as smothly as I would personally like. Something just feels off about the rhythm.



I love, love, love the imagery and emotions of this poem. It tells a great story!



I adore the message of the poem. It is very uplifting and encouraging.

My favorite line is:

Carved wooden urn surrounded by a lifetime
of pearls earned.

Your title "A Cold Winter's Wish" really caught my attention.









The imagery and emotions are strong and beautiful. This poem tells the story of of a winter storm and the observer's thoughts and feelings of it. In the end, the observer is in awe of God's handiwork as they watch the ice and snow over a few days time. The observer was able to experience joy as they experienced the beauty of the storm.





Overall, it is a beautiful word picture. The story is heart-warming.

My favorite line is:

The snowflakes began to fall in big fluffy flakes.
I sat in the splendor of this magnificent delight.
For He granted me another wish of joyous bliss.

Your title "The Pumpkin Moved" really caught my attention.









The imagery is that of a trick or treater hunting for candy at every house, even the spookiest ones. Then because of their greed, they are attacked by a jack o'lantern.



My favorite line is:

I bravely search out every house
that might serve up a sweet.

Your title "All Hallows Eve" really caught my attention.









The image is that of a child disappointed because the father's religion preventing them from celebrating the holiday. Now in adulthood, the holiday is celebrated.



As a preacher's kid myself, I find it very easy to identify with this poem. I think it is expressed well. I actually don't feel the holiday glorifies God myself, and I usually don't celebrate it either.

My favorite line is:

Now I am grown and now I say
On Halloween its time to play

Your title "Samhein Prowlin'" really caught my attention.









The imagery is of stalking of victims and trapping them causing grief on All Hallows' Eve.



My favorite line is:

from frothing phobia
and fractious fingers of fear--
fee-fi-fo-fum. Yum!

Your title "vampire Voodoo " really caught my attention.









The imagery tells the story of a vampire and his slave. The slave must return every night until the vampire gets his fill of blood.



My favorite line is:

Here it comes again.
You don’t stand a chance.
This voodoo trance
got you in my grip
pullin’ you back to me--
Vampire deja vu.

Your title "Hey, Mambo!" really caught my attention.









The imagery is a picture of a party for the spirits crossing over on Halloween. I am not quite sure what to think about this party, but it seems like it could be interesting and fun.



I am not sure to be scared or amused. I am leaning more towards amused.

My favorite line is:

"Hey, Mambo, Mambo Italiano!
You worked hard for your money,
now it's quitting time,
so put on your happy feet
and gimme some shake, Goombah!"

I like this little song at the end.

Your title " Halloween Night" really caught my attention.









The imagery suggests ghouls and ghosts and werewolves are lurking about on Halloween. I have to admit this one made me giggle a little.



This is cute and fun poem.

My favorite line is:

our luck turns afoul
we've a vampire for our host

Your title "Teaching" really caught my attention.









The imagery paints a good picture of the reality of the life of a teacher. I am sure it is high stress and low pay. We should have more respect for teachers, especially as adults.



I was once one of those students thanking a teacher for caring when no one else did. Sometimes, teachers don't realize how much of an impact they can have on their student's lives. Getting a teacher that truly cares, no matter how difficult you are, is truly a blessing.

My favorite line is:

when a former student
tells you "thank you for caring
when it seemed no one else did"

Your title "Survivor" really caught my attention.









The imagery shows the struggle one goes through with breast cancer. I think it brings into attention the fear of it returning once one goes into remission.



My favorite line is:

she had always secretly thought
the things just got in the way
and she knows they were not what made her a WOMAN

Your title " Ballet of the Leaves" really caught my attention.









I like the way you have compared the leaves falling to ballet. This is a fun little poem. It is appealing to the eyes.



This poem is very pleasing to the ears when read out loud.

My favorite line is:

Surfing from current to current
the leaf danced upon the breeze;
executing loop-de-loops
and summersaults
twirling,
whirling,
pirouetting,
waltzing with the wind.

Your title "Fall Festival " really caught my attention.









This is quite joyful and festive sounding. It sounds like a fun festival to participate in. I might be tempted to join you there.



This poem is pleasing to the ears and a happy poem.

My favorite line is:

let us celebrate a bountiful yield
with a festival in the cool Fall air.
Would you like to meet me there?

Your title "Autumnal " really caught my attention.









This is short, sweet, and to the point about fall. I don't believe there is any beating around the bush. 😊



The poem is simple, yet pleasing to the ears when read out loud.

My favorite line is:

leaves lose their footing
flock down as aimless windfall
deep the carpet spread

Your title " Just another Autumn Poem" really caught my attention.









This is another good description of Autumn and winter preparation. This is a good poem.



It has a nice sound to it if read out loud.

My favorite line is:

What is there to say of Autumn
after all the poets of the free world
have shed their words like trees
creating cascades of golden leaves
in the chilling breeze?

Your title "Autumn Rise " really caught my attention.









I think this is a great description of the Fall. It is simple, short, sweet, and to the point.



This poem has a nice ring to it. It is pleasing to the ears when read out loud.

My favorite line is:

fall of summer
rise of fall

Your title " " really caught my attention.









If finality is a season, this too shall pass. 😊 I also enjoy watching leaves fall to the ground from the trees and let my thoughts go where they will. I like the way you have described them each falling differently to their final place on the ground for onlookers like us. I find it interesting that the last verse mentions a mother that won’t allow their child to mature in contrast to leaves falling. Do I sense some unresolved emotions regarding your mother here? Either way, this is a healthy way of expressing your true feelings. I like this poem and find it quite creative.



My favorite line is:

Some float down, as if from heaven, twirling,
mating with the air, bouncing on the invisible mattress,
slow spin back and forth to meet a calm green scene
fading, presenting to onlookers like me.

Your title " " really caught my attention.









Thinking outside of the box, I am seeing a contrast of nature and your inner feelings. I am sensing a hurting soul waiting for winter/death to come. I kind of hope I am wrong here. This is a deep intriguing poem. I feel like there is more to it than just what is on the surface. Many times poetry is this way. I love poetry because of this. It can be simple yet challenging. It can be shallow and yet deep all at the same time. There are so many different ways to express ourselves with poetry. Don't let anyone dim your light. You were created with a specific plan and purpose in mind by God. You are uniquely you because God in his sovereignty designed you that way flaws and all. He even uses our weaknesses for his glory. Seek him. He loves you just the way you are.



I don't mean to sound preachy, but this is what I feel in my spirit towards you. Be encouraged. God loves you.

My favorite line is:

rewarm this soul
with still-beating heart, aching.
(that is what I am trying to do.😉)

Your title " Autumn’s Irony" really caught my attention.









From the poem, I get the image of an adoring young boy being yelled at by a grumpy old man. The boy admired the landscaping of the old man’s yard, but the old man wanted him to stay away from it for fear he would mess it up. Then once the old man dies, nothing is kept up any more and everything is overtaken by the fall leaves.



My favorite line is:

orange, yellow, brown, but especially purple,
like my bruised ego when I wandered,
wanting to sample with greed a handful
of tulips' perfection beneath his wide window.

Your title "The Autumn of History " really caught my attention.









I don't know if everyone would get the Spiritual reference in this, but I think it was clever to mix the physical and the spiritual. I get it because the Bible itself compares winning souls for Jesus to harvest time. This poem is deep. I can tell a lot of thought was put into it.



My favorite line is:

The empty barns will soon be filled
with harvest joys and lasting grains
for Christ, the Lord, He once was killed,
but rose, again. His Life remains.

Your title "Happy Universal Coffee Day " really caught my attention.








I found this very clever. It was a great idea to describe different types of coffee and the way they make you feel as you drink them. I also caught the pun in the last paragraph. This is a cute poem and it put a smile on my face for a moment. 😊



My favorite line is:

I've a latté to ask, that my cup-sipping task
may be wondrously, fully enjoyed.

Your title "Carpe Diem" really caught my attention.









The imagery is that of making the most of every romantic moment on the beach. I can picture the vibrant Autumn colors in my mind’s eye.



My favorite line is:

We build a fire and roast some oysters on the beach.
A harvest moon is gliding ‘cross the spangled sky

Your title "Autumnal Spirits" really caught my attention.









I get the mental picture of a mountain forest with a stream running through the middle. I sense the temperatures turning cooler with happy Autumnal spirits and pixies dancing.



I am see this being more fantasy than reality. Maybe this would be a scene in something like Chronicles of Narnia.

My favorite line is:

they demonstrate their ecstasy, because
autumnal spirits soar when pixies dance.

Your title "Le Voyage Magnifique" really caught my attention.






This poem is very pleasing to the ears and easy to follow.



I find a lot of energy in this poem. I like the analogy at the end of the poem.



I find the poem simple yet intriguing.

My favorite line is:

Fuel oil delivers power to drive propellers;
coffee provides energy to get sailors through the day.