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Reviews For Oct. 5- Oct. 10

1. ***** The Wall By Leslie Arnts
   If Poetry, in whatever form, is meant to move the reader...you have succeeded with this reader. I visited "The Wall" on March 2nd, 1998 at Washington, D.C. I responded, to your poem's central question ... Why? ... because of how deeply your poem moved me. Well Done, and I thank you. R.L. Walker

2. *** "They Danced" By Sherry Ermish
   Sherry--Content, excellent, presentation needs strength--this couple worked hard at their marriage-tone is so gentle--even when there's a knock on the door, yet----more sophistication please, just a wee bit more--what if you offered the reader colors and scents---if you know Carly Simon, listen to some of her lyrics--I'd love to see this piece reworked Gerri

3. ***** "They Danced" By Sherry Ermish
   The imagery was powerful, painting a picture in my head that I believe I will never forget. Derek Bracer

4. ***** "Bumpy" By R.L Walker
   Another winner. R.L.Walker is skilled in presenting verse that allows for vivid imagery and expression of emotion. The poet's poems have been whimsical, gentle, and now a poem that is motivational and thoughtful. I look forward to more of this artist's creative spirit. TEPereira

5. ***** Freedom! Friend or Foe by Jack Mann
   Jack, as always you have hit the nail right on the head! Please continue writing columns or narratives, and hopefully your messages will start getting through! Alice In Wordland

6. ***** In Ordinary Time by B.J. Wilkinson
   A splendid example of "what writing, and what Writer's Voice, are all about!" I am hard pressed to believe you are not a published writer. Looking forward to more of your work. R.L. Walker

7. ***** Just, A Music Teacher by Raye McDonald
   Raye, your poems always touch my heart. You have such an excellent way of putting an everyday situation into poetic language! Alice In Wordland

8. ***** I Will Never Walk Aloneby Jack Mann
   This poem was really good. Had a lot of feeling and is true to life. I really enjoyed this poem! Jennifer Hansen

9. ***** The Eaves Dropper By James Morford
   This was a real gut-rencher. Well written. Conveys the message almost too good. I hate the subject but I like the workmanship. Jack Mann

10. ***** My Angel By Jennifer Hansen
    this is very good almost makes me feel its for me i lost my husband in july Jenny Troyer

11. ***** Searching By Jan Henry
    This is soooo good! It has so much feeling in it... I felt I could really relate. I think you have wonderful talent. Jennifer Hansen

12. ***** Losing Touch by Jennifer Hansen
    this one made me cry but i loved it Jenny Troyer

13. ***** An Eternal Friend By Jennifer Hansen
    Very wonderful, love her line of thinking. Original ideas and work. Val

14. ***** My Angel By Jennifer Hansen
    I like this poem because it shows hope in the midst of despair Cindy Lynn

15. ***** Losing Touch By Jennifer Hansen
    It is always heart breaking to lose touch with a friend. You expressed well the feelings i have when i think about long lost friends. CindyLynn

16. ***** Love Dies By Jennifer Hansen
    i really like this poem...... I dont draw the connection between the poem and the title but i still think the poem is very good. CindyLynn

17. ***** My Angel By Jennifer Hansen
    I really enjoy Jennifer's work. She speaks to my heart with hers. Robyn Porter

18. ***** "My Angel" By Jennifer Hansen
    This poem really touched my heart.....the ending gave me goose-bumps as it made me feel that I could see the angel appearing before my eyes as I read it. DFairy Star

19. **** My Angel By Jennifer Hansen
    Very nice and realistic. It makes one think about the possibility of a guardian angel watching over us. Just because we can't see them, doesn't mean they're not really there. Nice work!! Fairy Harmony

20. ***** My AngelBy Jennifer Hansen
    This poem goes straight to my heart and I can sense the pain and the relief. I would love to have a copy of this poem to hang on my wall. Joe

21. ***** Love Dies By Jennifer Hansen
    I believe that the person that wrote this poem has either been really hurt or truely understands the depth to with a person can be hurt by love, to capture it with such intensity Joe

22. ***** Losing Touch By Jennifer Hansen
    again this author manages to capture the feelings of the moment. I look forward to the rest of the poems by her Joe

23. ***** My Angel By Jennifer Hansen
    This poem touches my heart I lost my dad in Feb99 and it reminds me that my angel is watching over means he always did!!! Joe

24. ***** The Land Of Ont. By Alice Bateman
    Alice, I like this poem. You painted a picture of your own contentment. I'm glad for you! Such beautiful writing. Thank you. Raye McDonald

25. ***** For The Children By R.L. Walker
    No nonsense and syrupy romance in this piece. Well written and to the point. The message is for me personally to set a better example. Thank you! Raye McDonald

26. ***** How To Nurture A Violent-Free Child By Peggy Butler
    

27. ***** They Danced By Sherry Ermish
    a touching remembrance; too personal for review as it must come from your heart PJ

28. ***** Searching By Jan Henry
    Oh, my, Jan, how much I do not want to go through this! But what is the alternative? I've already lost one child; now I fear my son growing up enough to be in this situation. I can surely imagine your descriptions - they took my breath and invoked such anxiety. And such relief! PJ

29. **** Alone Again By Emkay
    why is it always that i have to be the one in pain>> You and the rest of us; you aren't alone, though it may feel that way. We all go through this. Keep writing; don't stop. PJ

30. *** Finally, Others By Raye McDonald
    While these are certainly points to ponder, I would like to see more of YOUrself in the piece. How you really feel. What is it that makes this YOU instead of just words we need to consider. PJ

31. **** Free To Be Me By Sherry Ermish
    Anyway - cute, light poem; delightfully positive - 4 points PJ

32. ***** The Land Of Ont. By Roderick Young
    Very good. I would love it for myself. Jack Mann

33. ***** 2055 By Katie Jordan
    = Katie, this is a very interesting concept, and I will look forward to reading more in the weeks to come. Alice Bateman

34. **** My Angel By Jennifer Hansen
    Jennifer, you have the foundations of a good poet, but a little more time with them will likely make them flow more smoothly. Alice Bateman

35. **** The Land of Ont. by Alice Bateman
    This piece has a comforting "wrap around" feel to it. Merges nature with man in a pristine way so as to compliment both. I wasn't able to carry the delightful rhythm all the way through. Sounded to me like you were describing my backyard! All that was missing was the Bald Eagle. I liked it. R.L. Walker

36. **** Honeysuckle Summer by MaNdI
    Warm air, summer sunshine, Secrets, Love, and Honeysuckle...make for a sure-fire combination. I felt its "longing" as well as its "lilt" ... with just some minor editing it would go well on a "Thinking of You" Hallmark card. R.L. Walker

37. ***** The Little Girl by PJ Nekolny
    The short bites you use are quite effective at conveying the feeling of the story. I think they may hit harder than long descriptions, because they are read faster. Roderick Young