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Poem Title	Poet Name	Critique Given by Sherri L Smith	Critique Date
japanese verse 32 (Chess)	Erzahl Leo M. Espino	Dear Erzahl, You are emerging as a premier Haiku writer and I am so proud of you. I hope that you contact the publisher in my area, I just feel that he would be interested. Sherri	2003-11-30 16:01:07
This Last Christmas	Paul R Lindenmeyer	Dear Paul, Christmas time is so hard for those that have lost someone in the previous year. It doesn't matter if it was through death or divorce, it is still hard. I remember my first Christmas after my divorce, it was very hard. I can understand the sentiment that went into writing this poem. Writing to me is very good therapy. Sherri	2003-11-30 15:56:25
Be Silent	Debbie Spicer	Dear Debbie, Thank you my friend, you wrote this poem for me. You give me a lift. Love, Sherri	2003-11-27 22:12:37
Missing	marilyn terwilleger	Dear Marilyn, My heart aches for you. I recognize the pain that you feel. I haven't had this experience yet, and I hope not for a long long time. My Steve is the best of the best, I want another 10 or 20 years with him. 10 years is not enough. Bless you Marilyn during this holiday time, and I will keep you in my prayers. Sherri	2003-11-27 22:10:51
Old Friend	Mark D. Kilburn	Dear Mark, I so enjoyed this work. I love my two dogs and can identify with the feelings that come out in this poem. My little dog, always knows when I have a bad day and she is right there on my lap to cuddle with me and lick my face. My big dog will set at my feet and look at me with those big brown eyes of his and I know that he is there to comfort and protect me. I do so appreciate their companionship. They are my best friends, and I love them like family. Thanks for sharing your story of Mutt with us. Sherri	2003-11-27 22:04:26
japanese verse 30 (Vulture)	Erzahl Leo M. Espino	Dear ERzahl, You are amazing at this type of structured poems! I do hope that you contacted Randy Brooks somehow from his website or in some manner. I think he would like your work. Nice alliteration throughout the haiku and to keep that up as well as the form was certainly a big job. Congratulations. Sherri	2003-11-06 22:05:18
Talking To The Trees	Mell W. Morris	Dear Mell, I think this is one of the most beautiful poems that you have written. The glory of the changing colors of the fall leaves all entwined in this beautiful poem. I especially liked this stanza: Leaves are like pages of poetry that assuage loneliness. Come, fill empty spaces by listening to their lore of teardrop traces. Mainly because poetry helps me fill the empty places in my heart and soul. It spoke to me. Thanks for sharing this with us and especially me. Sherri	2003-11-03 20:49:27
After the Storm	Joanne M Uppendahl	Dear Joanne, I am not sure why you needed the revision, but this one stands worthy in it's own right. I liked them both, just critiqued Role Model. As for the spider, may we all take lessons and Never, Never give up! Love, Sherri	2003-11-01 10:04:22
Role Model	Joanne M Uppendahl	Dear Joanne, You weave the most wonderful word pictures! When I read your writings, I can picture each line! I can in no way match your word knowledge and the way that you use them. I am in awe! Thanks for sharing this wonderful "picture" with the rest of us. Love, Sherri	2003-11-01 10:02:12
Past	marilyn terwilleger	Dear Marilyn, The loss of a loved one is a very tragic event that doesn't fade away as soon as "consolers" might think. With the loss of my Mother and of my daughter, the anniversaries are there and it always invokes sad memories for me. I can truly identify with these words, and I offer you my prayers. Love, Sherri	2003-11-01 09:58:54
Eight Dollar Dumb Dad	Paul R Lindenmeyer	Dear Paul, I have read and reread this work and like it more and more. This son of yours is a great son and a good example of how you have raised him! A ray of sunshine on a foggy day, compassionate and in tune to the feelings of others. I like him! Nice tribute to him and lots of visuals in this poem. I could "see" each line. Thanks for sharing, Sherri	2003-11-01 09:40:16
Clouds and Curtains	Mark D. Kilburn	Dear Mark, Just a comment on this powerful poem. I also have a "black" curtain, but it is depression that I fight constantly. As the days get shorter, so does my joy. I can't identify with the shots and the pills but I can certainly identify with the feelings and emotions of the rest of the poem. Hang in there, Sherri	2003-11-01 09:33:01
japanese verse 29 (Breeze)	Erzahl Leo M. Espino	Dear Erzahl, Wow, I really like this one. I am starting to enjoy this form of poetry and may even try my hand myself. I like the tickles and the giggles and ending with bliss. All in all, just a lovely happy feeling haiku. thanks for sharing. Sherri	2003-10-27 12:30:10
Rivers	marilyn terwilleger	Hi Marilyn, I am not much good at haiku but I think that the second line could read time sands never motionless you would still get the same meaning and it might flow better. I am not one to give advice on this type of poetry as I have never tried it. I just thought that it read better to me. Sherri	2003-10-26 20:05:42
My Muse	Donna L. Dean	Dear Donna, Your muse must have a twin, cause that one lives in my house! The best things are brought to me in the dead of night when I am nice and comfy in my bed, or when I am on the road with nothing to write with and my memory stinks! I think, oh I will remember that, but of course being the age that I am, I don't! This one really struck home to me, and am glad to know that I am not the only one to have the problems that I have with my muse! Very cleverly done and nicely worded. It was a good read and I enjoyed it very much. Sherri	2003-10-26 20:02:19
Night Dreams	Mary E. Gustas	Dear Mary, You had me going, just oozing all soft and melting about thinking of this beautiful picture of passion and love. LOL...then you hit me with the last line...It's only a dream! I love O Henry type of endings. The twist and the surprise at the end and this one was great! Sherri	2003-10-26 19:56:20
Haiku: Warnings	Darlene A Moore	Dear Darlene, I admire your talent more than I can say. Haiku too! You did it very well. I know it must be hard to write this form, I haven't tried it yet, but am getting more and more intrigued by it. You are an inspiration to me. I almost have 3 complete chapbooks completed. I have 3 stores in my hometown and one in Bloomington, IL that want to carry them when they are ready for sale. You were a big help to me. Thanks so much, and hope to see you again some time. Love, Sherri Also, Wanda is doing much better now that she is using her inhaler in the correct way!!	2003-10-26 19:44:47
Sweet, Sweet Music (II)	Mell W. Morris	Dear Mell, It is so good to hear your "poetic" voice again. I think the way that you outlined all the music that you like was great. I liked your formatting and the poem itself just seemed to flow just like a sweet lullaby. Hope you are doing well, Sherri	2003-10-26 01:06:28
Departed Spirits	C Arrownut	Dear C, It has been nearly 18 years since I was in this position, but I remember it well. I would look up and could almost see my Mom sitting in my kitchen chair, begging me to play Yahtzee. Hear her cigarette cough, and smell her Avon perfume. I know what you mean. I have been there too, it passes, but it sometimes takes a very long time. Good poem, hope that it helps you work through the grief process. Sherri	2003-09-05 09:45:06
Petunia's First Flight	Mell W. Morris	Dear Mell, I am glad to see that your inner child is alive and well. Mine loves to play with bubbles, so it is a wonderful time when the grandkids come over and we have bubble time. You are so right, it is a stress reliever for me, not only to blow bubbles, but to play! Most of all to just play. I have felt better this summer and have been doing a lot of that with my grandkids. Have you been not well? I kinda picked that up on the forum. Hope you and Gary are doing fine now. Sherri	2003-09-01 22:31:53
Charge of Discrimination	Debbie Spicer	Dear Debbie, So very good to hear your voice here again! I also have recently felt the sting of discrimination, with the girls that I work with in my small office. I am the odd woman out, and it hurts, so it does lend a better understanding of what it feels like. I see you too have experienced it. I am sorry. So nice to hear from you, I have missed you. Sherri	2003-09-01 22:08:37
At last Sunrise	Ken Dauth	Dear Ken, Very interesting format that catches the eye and just demands that your read the poem! It must be extrememly difficult to make the words fall into just that pattern, but you did it well. REads just like it should, with each line descending until it is finally dusk. Just like the sun setting. Excellent work. Sherri	2003-08-13 20:59:52
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