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#4745975

Review of In God’s Hands: His Love Is Eternal

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Rated: E

| (5.0)

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#1188309 by iKïyå§ama-House Targaryen

Review!

I am also reviewing your item because it popped up on the random Read & Review click.

First Impression:

I know this will be a poem that is deeply religious and lets the reader know that faith is a strong step toward hope for humanity.

Further Thoughts:

Your poem is smoothly written and shows great respect for God's love and mercy, and His giving to us his only son Jesus Christ who died for our sins so that we may be saved.

These lines state that well:

"On the Cross;
The revoking of our sins
Through Him is the context
Of our blissful salvation
From this smoke-filled, foolish pride
Of our doomed existence
With the Devil -"

Indeed, foolish pride is the fall of many until they let go of the sinful living and open our hearts so that the love and His grace may flow through us and those who are our brothers and sisters in Christ.

Parting Thoughts:

It's a beautiful poem of strength through faith and sharing of joy with humanity.

Conclusion:

Lovely!

Until next time--write on!

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#4745690

Review of Form-al Failure

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Rated: 13+

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Review!

I am also reviewing your item because it popped up on the Random Read & Review click.

First Impression:

It seems so appropriate that this poem pops up just one day after tax filing day. I could feel the panic and it wasn't my forms stuck in the copier. Just the same, way to close to read after tax paying day to need a reminder of money sent.

Further Thoughts:

The poem is light and lively and brings about vivid nightmares of missing the deadline.

The prompt creator for this contest of course, chose this tortuous subject matter to write about.

Parting Thoughts:

Oh my what damage a little paper clip can do to turn one's peaceful feel of a job done to that of panic. Nobody wants to have to redo tax stuff over again. Once is absolutely painful enough!

Conclusion:

Humorous read for a subject matter that is far from a joking matter!

Until next time--write on!

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#4745276

Review of Standoff at the Line

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Rated: 18+

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#1188309 by iKïyå§ama-House Targaryen

Review!

I am also reviewing your item because it popped up on the Random Read & Review click.

First Impression:

I was curious over the title and brief description. There was no clear giveaway as to what the poem will entail. I like stuff that makes me want to find out what I may be missing, so I didn't give this opportunity a pass.

Further Thoughts:

I actually read this poem a couple times to see if my interpretation would fit. It might have or perhaps I was totally off the mark.

Here's how I see it...
To me, I see a person who is a true working stiff with lots of responsibility and much on his mind. He needs to uncover the conflict he faces making decisions each day.

Now here's where I may have gneo off the rails! I interpret this as a person who has escaped death, had several near-misses and yet is spun back into his world with no relief in sight.

Parting Thoughts:

I may have gleaned things that were not meant to be part of what you expected this poem to portray, but I enjoyed it very much.

I think the lines were woven together smoothly, and it hooked the reader into a puzzle about life and struggle and escaping close calls.

Conclusion:

Well done!

Until next time--write on!

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#4744959

Review of My weakness

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Rated: 13+

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Review!

I am also reviewing your item because it popped up on the random Read and Review selection.

First Thoughts:

Interesting title and then the brief description further enlightens the reader that it is a poem about one's definition of love and re-examining it years later.

Further Thoughts:

The poem shows the depth of love felt through each of narrator's lines. Here, weakness is thought to be a strength for the devotion to the relationship. It may even be a way to cover for a lie or ignore that feeling to be happy in being in love even if denying a painful truth to enter the heart.

Observations:

A few little edits needed in these lines...

I adore my weakness,
our storms [storm's or storms'] dangerous weather.

Sweeter then [than]-
southern tea.

Whenever he witness [witnesses/witnessed] a frown upon
my face.

Parting Thoughts:

A true poetic attempt to describe the love the narrator feels for this person. The reader could feel the deep emotions felt.

Conclusion:

Good job! And welcome to WDC!

Until next time--write on!

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#4744647

Review of Thirty Years of Marriage

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Rated: E

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#1188309 by iKïyå§ama-House Targaryen

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I am reviewing your item because it popped up on the Random Read & Review.

First Impression:

Your title and brief description let the reader know that this is going to be a celebration of 30 years together as husband and wife.

Further Thoughts:

I think it's so beautiful to see what has transpired in those thirty-plus years. Role changes where the wife is now going out to work and the husband works from home and looks after their child. Wow, 17 years together before a child comes to the home ... that must have been quite a change over the normal day to day routine. Was the child born then or adopted? I think it's a wonderful thing being able to nurture a child and still keep the work and family life changes going strong and always through faith.

Parting Thoughts:

A line here and there had a small bump, but nothing very disturbing to the flow of the poem and mostly to the story of deep love and respect woven within.

Conclusion:

A lovely read about a devoted couple who place their trust in God.

Until next time--write on!

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#4744345

Review of Green Goes Gross

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Rated: E

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#1188309 by iKïyå§ama-House Targaryen

Review!

I am also reviewing your entry as a judge at "The Bard's Hall Contest"

Thank you for entering our March Acrostic Poetry contest.

First Impression:

Clean, crisp stand-out look at first glance. You followed the rules and highlighted the prompt clearly.

Further Thoughts:

I love the humor and rhyme of your poem. It is a unique and clever way to use the prompt. It seems a creative cook has found out the hard way that shamrocks shouldn't be added to any dish being cooked. Okay, it's in celebration of St. Patrick's Day, but, no, no, no ...not a tasty addition!

Parting Thoughts:

I have nothing to add so far as edits needed. It is a fabulously smooth and humorous Acrostic Poem as is!

Conclusion:

Great job!

Until next time--write on!

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#4744343

Review of St. Patrick's Day

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Rated: E

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#1188309 by iKïyå§ama-House Targaryen

Review!

I am also reviewing your entry as a judge at "The Bard's Hall Contest"

Thank you for entering our Acrostic Poetry contest in March.

First Impression:

You definitely followed the rule to highlight the St. Patrick's Day prompt words. You used a large, bold font.

Further Thoughts:

Beautifully penned words bring imagery to the poem that takes the reader right to the celebration itself.

Loved These...

Ancient heroes, and kith and kin to dignify.
Traditions, tankard of ale, and tea beside the fire,
Clover and heather; the ghostly moor which day dispels.
Distilleries and dancing, from glen to city,

Going the extra mile!

' tis harps and butterflies bear missives of hope, despair.
Clever way to ad the apostrophe within the poem. It was not required, but not prohibited.

Parting Thoughts:

This is wonderfully written as is. I see no spot needing improvement.

Conclusion:

Good job!

Until next time--write on!

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WebWitch

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#4743950

Review of St. Patrick Acoustic Contest 3-24

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Rated: E

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#1188309 by iKïyå§ama-House Targaryen

Review!

I am also reviewing your entry as a judge at "The Bard's Hall Contest"

Thank you for entering our March, Acrostic Poetry contest.

First Thoughts:

It is a beautiful story woven into the lines of your poem about the life of St. Patrick, and everything he went through from slavery to preaching the word of God.

Further Thoughts:

He became a saint that gave hope of salvation through his love of Christ, and speaking words of salvation. Catholics rejoiced at his words.

Observations:

Rules followed? It is an acrostic poem. That is part of the rules. The other part is to highlight the first word of each line so that St. Patrick's Day prompt would stand right out to the reader. Unfortunately you did not follow that part of the rules. You had the choice of using bold font or a different color font to make that happen, but it wasn't there.

Also, the font is quite small. Perhaps think about slightly larger font in the future. It gives a balanced look to the poem, shows it's the important thing and should be seen with enthusiasm as it sits on the page ... and helps tired eyes.

Parting Thoughts/Conclusion:

You have a beautiful poem here that tells the rest of the story about St. Patrick. The thing is, rules count in contests. I believe if you pay more attention to the rules before posting an entry, you'd probably win more contests. You are a fine writer.

Wonderful poem, well-penned and providing much imagery for the reader. It's just ... the pesky rules seem to get in the way!

Until next time--write on!

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#4743581

Review of Ode to the Emerald Isle

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Rated: E

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#1188309 by iKïyå§ama-House Targaryen

Review!

I am also reviewing your entry as a judge at "The Bard's Hall Contest"

Thank you for entering our Acrostic poetry contest in March.

First Impression:

I can easily see the rules were followed. It's an acrostic of St. Patrick's Day and the prompt words are highlighted in bold and underlined. Cant's miss that!

I also like the festive green font to tie it all together.

Further Thoughts:

Beautifully chosen words woven into your poem. I also love that the lines are succinct. You've woven each line together with immense imagery in a tight package. That's talent!

Parting Thoughts:

Can't leave without tossing out my favorite parts...

green of clover and blue of sky
pink heather carpet under tall pines
peaceful vistas verdant and fine
Saints once tread this sacred ground

Actually there are a couple more I could have highlighted. The fact is, each line seemed more beautiful than the other.

Conclusion:

Great job!

Until next time--write on!

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WebWitch

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#4743203

Review of St. Patrick's Day

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Rated: E

| (5.0)

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#1188309 by iKïyå§ama-House Targaryen

Review!

I am also reviewing your entry as a judge at "The Bard's Hall Contest"

Thank you for entering our March Acrostic Poetry contest.

Initial Thoughts:

I love the bold, green font to spell out the prompt of the acrostic. It jumps right out at me and there's no question about what the acrostic is. Rule followed handily.

Further Thoughts:

The poem does justice to the beloved Saint by admonishing people celebrating his day to not just treat St. Patrick's Day like a day of drinking green beer in his name. The saint was a Christian warrior of God's word. His work helped those people in Ireland. He ran out the snakes and prayed for all Irish souls.

Lovely and thoughtful description of his deeds.

Parting Thoughts:

The main point of celebrating his day the best way is to acknowlege him by offering your services to the poor.

Conclusion:

Nicely penned acrostic, all rules were followed -- Good job!

Until next time--write on!

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#4743194

Review of Shadow and Light Poetry

for entry "Sain Patrick's Day Acrostic"

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Rated: 13+

| (4.5)

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#1188309 by iKïyå§ama-House Targaryen

Review!

I am also reviewing your item as a judge at "The Bard's Hall Contest"

Thank you for entering our March Acrostic Poetry contest.

Initial Thoughts:

I see the prompt title was highlighted in bold lettering so that it pops right out at the reader according to the rules.

Further Thoughts:

The Acrostic poem discusses St. Patrick's life and that he himself was wild, but then he saw the light, and knew what his true mission was from God.

Parting Thoughts:

Rules, rules, oh those pesky rules!

I see that you have gone above and beyond by writing out the word "Saint." However, the rules specify that the prompt is "St. Patrick's Day, apostrophe not needed but not unacceptable.

Writing out "Saint" gives you extra lines that are not given to other entrants.

Conclusion:

The Acrostic itself was a lively, upbeat poem that gave me images of his life and times. It is well done. However, if I were to suggest something, I would say that the lines with the "r" and "i" should be capitalized as the rest of the letters in the prompt words.

Otherwise, well done!

Until next time--write on!

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#4742915

Review of Gervic's Poetic Explorations

for entry "Saint Patrick's Day"

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Rated: 13+

| (5.0)

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Review!

I'm also reviewing your entry as a judge at "The Bard's Hall Contest"

Thank you for entering our Acrostic poetry conrest in March.

First Impressions:

According to rules, you have highlighted the prompt letters in bold and gave it a green font for the spirit of St. Patrick's Day.

Further Thoughts:

Nicely composed acrostic poem with fine rhythm and rhyme. It reflects the spirit of the day in an amazing way. I like the use of "Emerald Land" "knotted shamrocks" "copper pots shimmering."

Beautiful use of descriptive words that bring the imagination right to the celebrations.

Observation:

Rules, rules, rules, oh, those pesky rules!

You spelled out "Saint" rather than the prompt which clearly states "ST Patrick's Day." Don't get me wrong you did a beautiful job with the extra letters, but, it gave you extra letters to create more lines that others were not able to do. I know, I know, I'm a pest for splitting hairs or is that "hares," since it was close to Easter? Doesn't matter.

And what was that extra line you snuck in at the end of the acrostic? You certainly are thorough in going the extra mile, aren't you?

Well, that line was not part of the rules/prompt either.

I did like it though.

Parting Thoughts:

Your poem is beautiful, smooth, colorful and picturesque. I felt like I was there in the Emerald Isle taking in St. Patrick's Day. Enjoyed that leprechauns made an appearance, too!

Conclusion:

Regardless of the above mentioned issues, the acrostic poem itself is 5-star worthy on its face. As a contest entry ... that's another story.

Until next time--write on!

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#4742756

Review of St. Patrick's Day Shenanigans

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Rated: 13+

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Review!

I am also reviewing your entry as a judge at "The Bard's Hall Contest"

Thank you for entering our March Acrostic poetry contest.

First Impression:

I saw the St Patrick's Day letters highlighted in green font so it is easy to spot as per the rules that it be highlighted ...somehow.

A little bold, a little bigger font would have been the cream on top of the Irish coffee.

Further Thoughts:

Your poem is light and swift and brings a touch of rhythm and rhyme that makes one want to sing whilst holding the Guinness in a frosty mug!

I liked that visual.

Loved this Part:

"Intaking like a savage
Corned beef and cabbage

YUM!

Parting Thoughts:

I found no structural errors. I was too busy visiting a pub and enjoying corned beef and cabbage with my Guinness.

Conclusion:

Good job!

Until next time--write on!

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#4742468

Review of St. Patrick's Day Acrostic

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Rated: E | N/A (Review only item.)

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#1188309 by iKïyå§ama-House Targaryen

Review!

I am also reviewing your item as a judge at "The Bard's Hall Contest"

Thank you for entering our March acrostic poetry month!

First Impression:

I noticed that St. Patrick's Day jumped right out at me. You have made the letters bold, plus chose a lovely Irish Day green to add to the eye appeal.

Further Thoughts:

Your poem is light and lively. It's an easy read and takes a festive look at the celebrations of the day in his honor.

Parting Thoughts:

Love these two lines. Special shout out to Beth Dutton, too.

I love that show.

Kilts may be seen. Don't take a peek! Behave!
Drinking will be a must. Give me my Beth Dutton Glass!

Hilarious!!!

Thanks for that infusion of humor.

I enjoyed reading the poem and especially the little highlight of Beth Dutton!

Conclusion:

Well Done!

Until next time--write on!

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#4741917

Review of Contest Entries

for entry "St. Patrick's Day"

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Rated: 13+

| (4.5)

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#1188309 by iKïyå§ama-House Targaryen

Review!

I am also reviewing your entry as a judge at "The Bard's Hall Contest"

Thank you for entering our March Acrostic poetry contest.

First impression:

Right off the bat I could see "St. Patrick's Day jump right out at me because of the bold print. Highlighting the prompt words was followed according to the rules.

Further Thoughts:

Your poem is nicely rhyming and covers the importance of the Saint as a preacher.

Observation:

At times he green was important Did you mean the green OR his green? That gave me pause in an otherwise quick and easy poetic read.

Parting Thoughts/Conclusion:

You followed the rules and delivered a lovely acrostic tribute to St. Patrick's Day celebration. Use of the apostrophe in his name was not a requirement.

Well done!

Until next time--write on!

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WebWitch

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#4741649

Review of Saint Paddy’s Day

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Rated: E

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Review!

I am also reviewing your entry as a judge at "The Bard's Hall Contest"

Thank you for entering our March, Acrostic poetry month!

First Thoughts:

ST Patricks Day really stood out in your poem with its green font. Thus the rules were followed.

Further Thoughts:

The acrostic had good rhythm and a fine rhyme making the poem a pleasure to read.

Parting Thoughts:

I love that you wove into the poem a brief history of St. Patrick. His young life, being kidnapped at age 16.

Good visuals with the snakes off the cliff and into the sea.

The ending, "DAY," brings on the celebration part of St. Patrick's Day.

Conclusion:

Well done!

Until next time--write on!

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WebWitch

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#4736194

Review of Cupid Slam

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Rated: E

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Review!

I'm also reviewing your item as a judge at "The Bard's Hall Contest"

Thank you for entering our Cupid Slam, bad-poetry, one-star worthy contest.

Opening Thoughts:

Our annual Cupid Slam contest is the contest for anyone who despises that pesky little diaper-wearing, arrow-flinging creature.

The spirit of this contest is to Slam Cupid but good. That creature needs to be told just exactly what you think about him, his sickly sweet Valentine's Day antics and his droopy diaper. We want the best of the worst 1-star worthy poetry showing that sentiment.

Further Thoughts:

Did your poem stand up to such stringent scrutiny? Let's see...

Were the Slams real zingers that makes Cupid drop his arrow from his fingers?

Sadly, not.

There were some well-rhymed lines with a hint about Cupid's job where he's merely told to go away. (Oh, my, he deserved much more slamming than that.)

Parting Thoughts:

This particular contest calls for the most terrible of insults being flung at Cupid. He does not need the hint of disapproval, but rather, sufficient disapproval to make him take wing and stray away, never to want to spend another Valentine Day in anyone's way. I know, crappy poetry but what can I say?

Conclusion:

The poem itself was way too good to be too bad.

Hope to see you next February for another try to get Cupid squarely between his ...

Until next time--write on!

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#4735962

Review of The Curse of Cupid

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Review!

I am also reviewing your item as a judge at "The Bard's Hall Contest"

Thank you for entering our annual Cupid Slam, bad poetry contest in February!

Initial Thoughts:

This is bad. I mean really bad.

That evil brat just shot an arrow
right through the head of a nearby sparrow,
and now he's chewing on its marrow.
It's quite a gross affair.

Butttttttt ... was it bad enough?

Further Thoughts:

You put out some real zingers to that diaper wearing arrow flinger. He is a mess, I saw that, no guess. I had a sense of "I can't unsee that moment"!

Parting Thoughts:

It's on the terrible list for sure. I would have like a little more direct to Cupid slamming to make it personal to him in the first person, slimy.

Conclusion:

Gross, stinky and just plain bad. I suppose that's a good thing.

Good luck!

Until next time--write on!

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#4735803

Review of Shadow and Light Poetry

for entry "Cupid Not too Smart"

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Rated: 13+

| (1.5)

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#1188309 by iKïyå§ama-House Targaryen

Review!

I am also reviewing your item as a judge at "The Bard's Hall Contest"

Thank you for entering our February, Cupid Slam contest! It's the way of getting back at Cupid for all its sickly sweet arrow flinging and mismatching of couples.

Initial Thoughts:

As you know, the essence of this contest is to give us your best Slam poem directed at Cupid.

The sought after 1-Star rating is the icing on the cake -- or box of heart-shaped chocolates.

Further Thoughts:

Indeed it was bad, awful terrible poetry letting that beast have it. But, was it irredeemably disgustingly bad? We shall see ...

The Slams:

he is an immature little kid (Pretty tame)

He makes his victims sing the lovesick blues (eh, keep going...)

He bedazzled, mesmerized, hypnotized, lobotomized (Getting better, especially "lobotomized")

You gave a good stab at being bad.

What I would have liked:

I think the nastiness would shine through more if the poem were directed right to Cupidin a more active voice rather than passive telling us about the Cupid mishaps. It makes it much more uglier!

Parting Thoughts:

There are some lines that make Cupid an inept pest who should in no way be near couples looking for love in all the wrong places.

The AI version was tamer. And really, this was about getting down and dirty Slamming Cupid.

Conclusion:

I don't see where it is super bad for a 1-Star rating. But it was badly written poetry about that sick beast of February. Thus, 1.5

is where this Slam, lands. I hate to ruin ratings in a book entry, so if you hate to see that as well, come back to me after contest is judged. I'll raise that bad rating to a 4 star, where it would have landed if done without the intended Slam.

Until next time--write on!

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#4735800

Review of Get on your bike.

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Rated: E

| (4.5)

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Review!

I am also reviewing your item as a judge at "The Bard's Hall Contest"

Thank you for entering our annual Cupid Slam, 1-Star worthy poetry contest in February.

First Thoughts:

Was this Bad Poetry?

I love the badness woven within the lines, but bad, bad, terrible bad? I found more good poetry which discusses the dating scene and how much it has changed.

Further Thoughts:

Did Cupid get Slammed?

What I saw was more of a general dislike for Cupid and the reasons why. I did not see the direct telling Cupid off, stating what a horrible pain this creature really is. Although he did have mention of why he isn't needed. But those points are more directed in a third person point of view about him rather than to him.

Parting Thoughts:

You know, I liked the poetry. I like the creativeness of stating just how dating can be viewed these days over years ago before Tinder was around.

Conclusion:

I don't want to bring down the ratings on this poem because it has good rhythm, some amusing parts and is nicely penned. I'm giving it a 4.5 for a mostly perfect Cupid poem but not really a Cupid Slam.

No worries, we return same time next year for more opportunities to really Slam Cupid.

Until next time--write on!

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#4735676

Review of Cupid Unleashed: Never a good mishmash.

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Rated: 13+

| (1.5)

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Review!

I am also reviewing your item as a judge at "The Bard's Hall Contest"

Thank you for entering our annual Cupid Slam poetry contest, where 1-

bad poetry is the sought after rating! But, just how bad can bad be amongst the all the competing bads! Must wait and see.

Initial Thoughts:

Rules were followed

Poetry only

Slam Cupid in that poetry

Make it bad as bad can be for the sought after one star rating.

Further Thoughts:

My Favorite Cupid messed up part is here

His most outstanding achievements would have to be
The day he met the Lightning Hurler himself, Zeus.
He turned his Mom into a silly goose, his Dad into a flea;
As for the King of the Gods, a full glass of Prune Juice.
Both mom and pop thought the action was krass,
When asked what Zeus thought, "This, too, will pass. "

Nice touch there. Prune juice, eh?

Parting Thoughts:

Nicely penned poem of Cupid bashing. Does it hit the arrow marksman in its sappy heart?

It's indeed bad, yet is it bad enough to be the baddest 1-star bad making it the worst?

I think it's terrible but misses the target at the extremely bad.

Conclusion:

I loved the music related mentions within the poem. It made me hum a bit reading each verse. Now I have a brain worm as I ask myself and Cupid ...What's Love Got to Do with It?

Pretty bad, but could be worse.

Until next time--write on!

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#4735673

Review of Ode to Cupid

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Rated: E

| (4.0)

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review!

I am also reviewing your item as a judge at "The Bard's Hall Contest"

Thank you for entering our annual Cupid Slamming 1 star worthy poetry contest in February.

First Thoughts:

This is Slam Poetry where Cupid gets slammed for his messing up the lives of many during his love-struck, (or strike,) month of February, trying to match-make couples. It doesn't always turn out great, but hey, at least every February we can tell Cupid exactly what we think of him!

Further Thoughts:

The Essence of the Contest...

Must slam that beastly little arrow-flinger, CUPID!

Must be Poetry Only, any form or free verse -- doesn't matter so long as it's just plain AWFUL!

We are looking for the really creative kind of "bad" that makes us cringe and groan over its terribleness!

A ONE-STAR RATING is the ultimate goal, here. We will award the "best" of the rest, one-starred poems as the winners.

You have written poetry, but was it bad poetry?

SLAMS?

"That jolly little fellow
With fluffy wings"

"Cupid is such a love."

"That little sweet cutie"

"Cupid is such a darling."

"That little dainty cherub"

What I Saw?

I saw a sweet little fellow that is loved, not slammed.

Conclusion:

This is one lucky Cupid because he missed the terrible poetic slams that are the essence of the contest.

I think the poem is too good to be --too bad! Thus the higher rating.

This is an annual contest. Perhaps next year you will have less affection for Cupid!

Until next time--write on!

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WebWitch

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#4735487

Review of Oh Cupid My Cupid

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Rated: ASR

| (1.5)

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Review!

I am also reviewing your item as a judge at "The Bard's Hall Contest"

Thank you for entering our annual Cupid Slam, bad poetry contest in February.

The Intent of the Slam is to really bash that dastardly character, Cupid. I mean, slam that critter really bad! Let's see if your slamming ranked up there with the worst of the worst!

The idea is to write Intentional a 1-star worthy rating.

Technique:

Interesting Shakespeare sonnet-type of badness.

Sufficient Cupid Slamming? I think it was more pondering what the little beast has done to the narrator rather than what the narrator does to Bash the Beast.

Further Thoughts:

The positives are the chosen words making the imagery of reading the poem burst out within the reader's mind. It was a fun read and quite humorous.

Loved the underlying innuendos.

Conclusion:

This is a tough one to rate. It's pretty bad ...but is it irredeemably bad?

I'm giving it 1.5 because it's bad poetry, but a little good within its bad.

There's a whole lot of slam poems to go through. Sometimes 1.5

is bad enough to get a place in the winners' circle. You just never know.

Until next time--write on!

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WebWitch

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#4735402

Review of Cupid's the worst

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Rated: E

| (1.5)

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Review!

I am also reviewing your item as a judge at "The Bard's Hall Contest"

Thank you for entering our annual Cupid Slam poetry contest in February!

First Impression:

Yup, it's definitely bad poetry. It appears Cupid does a smelly job of matchmaking. In fact, the entire poem stank of Cupid's expelling of gaseous fumes.

Further Thoughts:

Did the Slamming go far enough?

I think this poems leaves a trail of stink through each line. We get that Cupid is not one another would want to be in the same room with, that's for sure.

I do think there were more chances to read Cupid the riot act. Surely more bad could have been tossed at that pesky creature.

The point about his stink, stank, stunk was well defined, though.

My favorite Part of Nasty!

That stench began one frosty morn
I loved the love he’d brought.
My mother said, “No, that’s just porn.”
It seems that I’d been caught.

Parting Thoughts:

One thing's for sure, finding love through Cupid's help just reinforces those words "love stinks!"

Conclusion:

I feel like I need a breath of fresh air!

Until next time--write on!

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WebWitch

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#4735267

Review of Love's Worst Marksman

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Rated: 13+

| (1.0)

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Review!

I'm also reviewing your slam of Cupid as a judge at "The Bard's Hall Contest"

Thank you for entering the annual February, Cupid Slam Poetry contest that gives all of us who are sick and tired of sickly sweet Cupid mishaps a chance slam that pesky creature but good!

Initial Thoughts:

You went after Cupid with all the mismatching he has done causing more grief than fun!

SLAM!

Your aim is so terrible, it's a cosmic disgrace,
You're not a love guru, just a cheesy, fading dream.
But love built on your schemes soon turns frosty and cold.
chubby cherubs and their childish wiles.

Plus, Cupid is told to take a hike due to all his love matching being less than desirable in results.

Further Thoughts:

You make a fine plea for Cupid to just go away. So much messing up and hard feelings and broken hearts and a girl and a pizza delivery man ... That didn't end well!

Parting Thoughts:

You followed the rules with a Slam poem directed at Cupid. It's getting the sought after 1-

You bashed him but good! But, was it good enough at being BAD enough? We shall see

Conclusion:

Good work and good luck!

Until next time--write on!

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