 Nemonus 2008-04-20 . chapter 1I do not think that this poem is about a psychotic. It is about an artist. :) (Slightly on that note, offset your author's note more, with italics or something.)
I think the first and third stanzas were excellent interpretations of the want that is art. The first is especially beautiful for its physicality ("thumbprints"!), and the second in its feeling of panning out, and then back in (to the narrator, the "girl"). I like the second stanza too, once I read it a second time and connect with the idea of boredom forcing one to find new ways to feel alive. Very good job all around. :) |
 MyDamnedSelf 2008-03-04 . chapter 1Hey you're back! I missed my favorite critic (the only one crazy enough to enjoy my rantings) This is superb, it really gives the visual trip of being surrounded and immersed in another person. Keep going and welcome back!! :) |
 Moondog Dozier 2008-03-01 . chapter 1I like the voice with the "I want" statements. It declares the intentions of each stanza. The scope of this works well also. It shifts from the specific to the open ended quickly, and seemingly effortlessly. The action makes it mobile, and the way that you've delved into the broader cosmos with the last stanza elevates the approach of the first two, as it magnifies the identifiable individual, and then places that individual into the grander totality. The title caught me as well. It really sets up the swirling context succintly. Glad you've returned. We've missed the depth and breath of your work. MD:77. |
 Anaare 2008-02-28 . chapter 1Very glad to see that you are back; I have missed your poetry. It's indeed been a while, but this new piece is making up for a lot... I find it a very evocative and strong piece, not only in a spiritual way. I see the image of someone praying for love and guidance, but also wanting to be the absolute centre of that love.
The imagery is very keen and compelling, especially the second stanza. The diction and rhythm are also well done, althought there perhaps is one little quip: at then end of the fifth line ("sealing me in so tightly"), you might put in a semi-colon to more clearly separate it from the next line. Not sure if it would help or if it makes any difference in the end, though.
Anyway, once again very glad to see you have returned. Welcome back! |
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