Comments received on poems by Dan Williams



Can You Wash Me?
sorenbarrett said:

This poem reeks with pain. This I believe is one of my favorite of yours. It begins so powerfully and the rhyme and rhythm aid in the building emotion. Word choice is superb. If I may be so bold, watch the repetition of words and phrases. By my definition this is definitely a piece of art. Brilliant!

August 6th, 2024 04:44

Can You Wash Me?
Neville said:


if this disclosure all wrapped in a poem is autobiographical then it must have been close to devastating ..
I trust you have now moved on .. Now wishing you All Good Things, Neville

August 6th, 2024 01:01

Can You Wash Me?
Bobby O said:

I like the way you create a commanding mood and shift into asking question. As if you know the metaphorical stain is yours until you cope or deal and those questions might have been just to announce and to gather

August 6th, 2024 00:36

By Destiny Caught
Thomas W Case said:

Well crafted and powerful.

August 5th, 2024 18:38

By Destiny Caught
sorenbarrett said:

This poem reads so well in its rhythm and rhyme but more so each stanza has its metaphoric meaning nicely tucked away. Loved it

August 5th, 2024 05:32

Over Your Shoulder
sorenbarrett said:

Is that finger pointing at me? You are creating paranoia in me Dan. A very interesting rhyme scheme and meter to this poem loved it.

August 4th, 2024 04:57

Over Your Shoulder
Neville said:


I doubt any lover of poetry could find fault with these words Dan .. you both begin and end with a question that encourages the reader to think back upon himself .. they sit well on the page too my friend .. this is where I feel compelled to type Bravo .. Neville

August 4th, 2024 02:26

Over Your Shoulder
MendedFences27 said:

The past is always there behind us. It will follow us to where ever we go. enjoyed the images of this one. - Phil A.

August 3rd, 2024 07:57

Over Your Shoulder
sorenbarrett said:

Love questioning poems that work their way toward an end. Nicely written.

August 3rd, 2024 05:47

The Student?
Bella Shepard said:

I truly get what you\'re saying here. I have often thought there is no real freedom in learning, from the time we enter school. We are told what to believe, rather than being provided with opportunities to question, explore, expand and grow. Kudos my friend, and a good write!

August 2nd, 2024 10:07

The Student?
sorenbarrett said:

Here and gone even illusions can be missed. Loved the last line \"While poisoned air and wasted water, anathema to survival, is everywhere\"

August 2nd, 2024 04:35

Four Children
Dan Williams said:



August 2nd, 2024 00:07

The Weatherman
Doggerel Dave said:

\"prophecies like knives of reason
he never really learned to throw.\" -He does try, and I do pay close attention...as better, more accurate technology is pitted against more frequent unpredictability.
Enjoyed however for your smooth take..

August 1st, 2024 05:56

Four Children
sorenbarrett said:

To have that insight when that young is remarkable. Nicely composed it flowed to a most logical and satisfying end.

August 1st, 2024 04:40

Four Children
orchidee said:

Did you forget for 50 years to post this on here?! lol.

August 1st, 2024 02:11

The Weatherman
MendedFences27 said:

I must admit that I think these
Weathermen,: by the way I see more women than men nowadays, do a much more accurate prediction than in years gone by. Technology aids them mightily. Still in the sum of things, they still have the only job where you can be wrong all the time and remain employed. -Phil A.

July 30th, 2024 10:07

The Weatherman
sorenbarrett said:

Ah yes the weatherman modern day fortune teller. Loved the poem and its flow and rhyme. Very nicely done

July 30th, 2024 06:12

The Weatherman
2781 said:

He sent out his arrows, and scattered the foe, lightening in abundance, and He vanquished them.

July 30th, 2024 01:51

The Whisper Tree
Dan Williams said:

This is old stuff, one of the first I felt confident enough to show people. Thank you for your kind words.

July 29th, 2024 12:55

The Whisper Tree
sorenbarrett said:

Anthropomorphism at its finest in an engaging story with great flow. Nicely done

July 29th, 2024 05:19

Underestimating Eugene
Neville said:



Extraordinary .. just like good old Eugene .. having started, I just couldn\'t stop .. what a guy eh\'

July 29th, 2024 02:48

One Side of Still
MendedFences27 said:

Nicely done, I was there with you beside that river, enjoying the silence of Nature. - Phil A

July 28th, 2024 11:49

One Side of Still
sorenbarrett said:

Simply beautiful. A simple adjustment and anthropomorphic picturing brought stillness to all. Brilliant!

July 28th, 2024 05:01

One Side of Still
Neville said:


there are always at least two sides to every story .. can\'t wait to find a few more of em .. and your title is to bloomin die for and willingly .. Neville

July 28th, 2024 02:36

One Side of Still
Doggerel Dave said:

An experienced moment. Perfect harmony.

July 28th, 2024 00:52

Underestimating Eugene
sorenbarrett said:

Quite the story turned into an allegory. Great write Dan.

July 27th, 2024 05:57

Underestimating Eugene
orchidee said:

Good write Dan.

July 27th, 2024 01:42

Price of life
sorenbarrett said:

A tangle of words covering shining truth. Loved the line \"the price of life is death\" Yes indeed it is no one gets out of this life alive. Well written

July 25th, 2024 06:08

Price of life
Neville said:



an unenviable predicament for sure

July 25th, 2024 03:34

Something Unnamed
Dan Williams said:

Thanks very much to all!

July 24th, 2024 14:04

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