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I am also reviewing your item because it popped-up on the Random Review generator.
I believe spring is one of the best seasons to write poetry about. The subject matter is about everything fresh and new, again. In parts of the country where winter keeps people shivering and indoors, spring is such a welcome time of year.
Your poem wove some beautiful images in my mind. "Towering hills" and "Sailing clouds" perfectly chosen words to bring spring alive. Riverbeds, with just the thought of them, their sounds and cool wetness -- all adds to the picture. 
Personification is lovely. "I'm the rustle of the leaves" It is so true, for I can think back to the birth of spring, with leaves from a season long forgotten, and the crunch sound they make when foot is laid upon them, all trigger those emotions of my springtime in New England. Since I winter in Florida and do not return until May, spring is well under way. But it was lovely seeing it appear before my eyes -- through your eyes.
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I love the revitalizing feeling one gets when spring is get closer. It is a time of blooming and when all creatures start to yawn and stretch preparing for a busy schedule of raising a new brood. I love thinking about the hatchlings and their first flight. Yes, spring reminds me of new life and new promises with love and life all abloom.
Your poem paints this picture, yet does so with a certain restraint. It allows the reader to fill-in her own images of breaking out of the woolly wear into warmer weather. It shows that wanting to freely enjoy spring is not without the mixed-weather, rain and chills still sneak up on you, but you know it's only temporary. Cabin fever coming to an end. Soon, gardens and flowers and sweet scents will surround the senses.
Nice analogy comparing spring to the mood. It is the desire for that renewal of life that makes spring fever present.
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You had me going for a while when I started reading the dialogue between the couple at the drive-in theater. Yes, I guess people don't go to them to watch movies anymore. 
I liked the twist you spun in at the end. That was excellent. You led your reader down a path that frankly, I thought sounded like those grade B slasher movies, and I guess it sort of was, but the ending turned that all around in my mind.
You wove quite a smooth little comedy, into one of our childhood favorites at Christmastime. So, now the truth is out there? Now we know why the red nose, and some Santa personal facts that have eluded generations of children? 
Adding a little technology into the operating of a sleigh on Christmas eve, is also a good spot for a giggle. Oh, my, the secrets being kept from Santa are grave, indeed! You did a great job with the Holiday Rush prompt and entertained brilliantly within the 500 word count limit.
This was a fun read. The dialogue was well done. You capture the reader's attention and make it a quick and quirky read that makes the story of Rudolph a true shocker! Should we continue to allow our children to watch this cartoon of the fake news about Rudolph? And, don't even get me started on Santa Claus -- the party dude who had a little help during the holidays to complete his job.
I enjoyed the spoof on the classic detective, Dick Tracey. Dick Casey, holds his own, however, as a private detective, looking for an new and exciting case to get into the spirit of things. Spirit indeed, as he sets out to find the Candy Cane Killer, during Christmastime, a miserable criminal dressed up in Santa Claus garb. Good disguise, as people willingly get close to Santa when he's parked his bottom at the mall, surrounded by elves. But that's beside the story. He kills and must be stopped.
Good shots by the private dick. He saved the victim from further victimization that would surely lead to her death.
The language was campy and set the tone. "Yous" probably could have been dropped as it was used addressing one person. I believe plural form of colloquial language would apply to plural, as in "yous guys." It is at least, how I remember it being used growing up in a very ethnically cultured neighborhood. Good times, indeed!
I love your weaving wind and the elements of time together. Nature always makes a perfect backdrop for poetry. It's amazing that when the wind howls, we listen and sort of block it out, until we notice the silence when it stops. Sometimes silence sends us deafening messages. It would make one pause to listen. 
I think it is perfect as it stands. It paints a huge image in so few words. 
It was such a pleasure to not only read, but to visualize, motorcycle parts on the dining room table, a pal named Tom who is really a live turkey that never found his way to the business end of the ax, and the very creative party games, such as drawing in the dust left on the floor by the wood stove. Yes, very good advice on how to turn dirt into art, and settle for a frozen turkey, with which you would be unable to bond -- hopefully. 
My only suggestion would be that you skipped a couple spaces between paragraphs, rather than paragraph indenting, for easier reading on the WDC screen. It breaks up the appearance of a wall of words. Not a huge deal, just easier on tired eyes.
Darrin certainly had a unique way of confronting demons from his past. It's disturbing how relentless bullying can lead to disastrous results.Here, the one who was bullied,carried the burden of psychological pain that outlasted the physical pain for decades. 
A reader has to be on her toes to keep up with the scene unfolding before her eyes. However, after a double-check-back, I saw the light. The bit of confusion of names disappeared, because once I got to the end, I realized the need to refer to Darrin in the third person. 
The ending was a real stunner. It must have been the ultimate betrayal to him, that Mitch didn't even recognize who he is. Nice twist with this character! 
I felt the character's passion for food and the perfect spice. He had mesmerizing way about him that kept him alive in some very sticky situations. 
There are several grammatical errors threaded through this short piece. There is a tendency to run-on sentences and there is a need for more punctuation marks. A couple examples are below, but these are not all that issues I encountered in the story. 
I enjoyed the culinary concept of special spices and their uses. I think as mentioned above, there is a need to tighten up the sentences and edit out unnecessary words.
You keep the reader on her toes, and holding her breath until the act was done.
His reasons were developed in the story and his assurance that it would be a task completed, revealed that he didn't have long to live -- nothing to lose, attitude.
What I didn't like so much?
Another poking fun at the President. That's getting a bit overdone lately. And you're not even a US citizen, Bob. 
I can understand her need to go to another school where her mother does not work as a teacher. I think if a parent is also a teacher in a child's school, that parent expects more from the child than is expected from all the other students. It's probably a matter of pride, as the teacher wants the child-student to tow the line and not do anything to embarrass her in front of her colleagues. Not an easy thing for the child. Also, anything done to upset the mother-teacher during the school day, would certainly continue when the child-student gets home.
Geez, where to start? I felt a certain creepiness reading this because it had a nightmarish quality to it. I believe I have had big cat dreams. In fact the dream had two mountain lions walking about the city streets and merely feet away from me. I found it odd because one was an orange-shade and the other was a light tan. But they traveled together. I awaited what you described in your story, but it never happened. They seemed tame around me. Nevertheless, I was frightened and feared the scent of fear would make them turn on me. Thankfully I awakened, never getting the answer to my fearful questions.
Gripping horror, Bill. It shows that in a man v beast situation, man has only his wits or a serious weapon, to get him safely out of that situation. Or, a guardian angel -- so long as all you haven't run dry their protection favors. 
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I found a nearly flawless flow, with a bit of drag at the end. That tiny pause did not take away from all the information one could gather when reading this poem. Yes, a bit of history and some Hollywood drama to portray Friday the 13th are cleverly intermingled within the lines, as well as sports. It really painted a full picture in this reader's mind. I for one love Friday the 13th. But what would you expect from a witch? I think it is a day that seems to freak some people out. However, number thirteen happens to be my lucky number. 
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What about Matilda Writon? Did she get back to her own time? 
I have nothing else to say -- you achieved what you set out to do. And it's always fascinating!
I love how you weave God's hand in all of this. For, the life spent on earth respecting, keeping precious the shared love of the bond that God brought you together in, will, because of your belief in Him, last through eternity.
So beautifully worded, creating a picture of everlasting love and unbreakable partnership here on earth.
I couldn't find a spot that needs improvement. It is as the relationship described, perfect.
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When one faces her true love at a time she is to marry another man, it is a shocking event for all involved. How will she be able to go through with the wedding? She cannot bear to stand as the thought of losing him twice is unbearable. Great ending, by the way! 
"those green orbs focused solely on her."
You did an excellent job in painting a full picture in this flash fiction story. It sort of haunts the mind picturing the bride in this situation. Well done, Miss T. I enjoyed the way you pull your reader in, stick that hook in deep, and give her a satisfying ending to the story.
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you have a fine idea and hopefully you will continue to develop it as well as the characters.
I am also reviewing your item because it popped-up on the Random Review generator. 
You describe eloquently, the bedside table holding a tiny Christmas tree, a wreath and a yellow ribbon, which is a very significant reminder of how many families are awaiting their loved ones return, and they tie yellow ribbons on tress, or wreaths, or a bow in their door, to show support to service people. It shows that their prayers are there for all those who are serving with hopes they will return to their families, soon.
The form was very rhyming, first three lines end in rhyme, last one doesn't. I imagine there is some form name for that, but I won't hazard a guess. A blip in the rhythm of one verse that seemed wordier. 
However, I loved the images you painted of Christmas through the eyes of a soldier. You make the reader stop and say, thank you to those who serve currently and have already served our country.
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I read this poem a couple times to feel the emotions threaded within it. There is a feeling of regret toward the end of the poem and an admission that although it is understood that the error has been made more than once it might happen in the future, for we always seem to fall into the same old bad habits and then feel sorry about it after the fact. I believe we can live and learn and improve on those mistakes we tend to repeat.
My favorite verse was the second to last. I loved the form you used. It is shaped a bit like a diamond, to shine out the most within the poem. It summarizes all the thoughts and the warning of loose lips and the damage they can do.
I had to change the rating on this item due to the implications of violence. 
I think this free verse poem deserved a higher rating. Probably the non-form non-rhyming poem did not appeal to one who prefers traditional poetry. But I happen to like free verse. I am boosting the rating a bit with my 5 
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Your prose brought all that to my mind and made me smile. I like this little diary account because of its humor and reality.
The spacing needs work. Separate each paragraph with a double click space for ease of reading and keeping thoughts well defined.
I think adding to this story would bring out the humor, more, as there can be interaction between characters. 
A little edit here and there with additional scene and character development will make this story shine through for the reader. 
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I gleaned from this poem that it relates to the Barnum and Bailey Circus' final run. I believe they closed down for good this past May. It has been something that has been around, all through my years of growing up, and my eldest daughter was treated to one of their shows many years ago, when they came to our area, and got to ride on an elephant.
Clowns have gotten a bad image since IT. My youngest daughter still fears clowns. 
Your Haiku has simplicity and it reaches those who decipher its meaning. I may be off with my interpretation, but then, poetry is subjective. 
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You know something? Nobody knows better than I or anyone who played during GoT how time restricted we were by the time we got to this choice, the famous #51, Final Cut of HoB&W. You did a fine job with this prompt. I cringe when I think about mine. The deadline came through before I went back to read it ... typos, things that just screem ... "I wrote that?!!!" 
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I see in this brief writing, you are trying to describe an affection for someone through the yes of a youth. There are so many innuendos one could take from the brief read. However, the reader needs a little more to help her figure out what was really meant.
Okay, I think there has to be more development of the characters, background, what the attraction was at first. Things that let the reader feel the feelings you are trying to place out there for us.
I wanted to find a way to thank you for the lovely 2-Words MB you sent to me, today, and to help you celebrate WDC's 17th birthday, so I came over to take a look in your portfolio. The title of course, grabbed my attention, and the brief description clinched it. 
These events marked such a tragic time in NASA history. I found it odd that these accidents happened within that certain time frame, late January-early-February. I actually saw the Challenger being piggy-backed to Houston. It was so amazing to look up to the sky and see that Shuttle on top of a 747 jetliner. That was following the last trip of the space shuttle before the fatal lift-off happened. A school teacher was one of the crew. My heart ached watching that on television and then realizing something bad happened.
I find no errors in the writing. I see respect and admiration -- I like that! This was a succinct story, but there is so much about it that are review worthy.