Comments received on poems by Doggerel Dave
Age?
Tristan Robert Lange said:
Pretty sure these words could be sung here to a familiar Tina Turner song: “What’s age got to do with it.” 😂 Well said, my friend. Well said.
🌹🖤🙏🕯️🐦⬛
April 12th, 2026 10:04
Tristan Robert Lange said:
Pretty sure these words could be sung here to a familiar Tina Turner song: “What’s age got to do with it.” 😂 Well said, my friend. Well said.
🌹🖤🙏🕯️🐦⬛
April 12th, 2026 10:04
Hectoring Haikus
sorenbarrett said:
Now Dave the reason I don\'t do many Haikus. This poetic format should be even more complex than what most judge. A few traditional requirements that most neglect:
Structure: Three lines totaling 17 syllables, usually organized in a 5, 7, 5 pattern.
Theme: Traditionally focuses on nature, the seasons, or a specific, fleeting moment.
Kigo (Season Word): A word or phrase that hints at the season, grounding the poem in nature.
Kireji (Cutting Word): A pause or break in the poem, usually in the middle, created by punctuation (like an em dash or ellipsis) to create contrast or juxtaposition.
Imagery: Uses clear, simple imagery rather than complex metaphors or rhyme.
Economy: The poem should be concise, ideally read in one breath.
April 12th, 2026 05:22
sorenbarrett said:
Now Dave the reason I don\'t do many Haikus. This poetic format should be even more complex than what most judge. A few traditional requirements that most neglect:
Structure: Three lines totaling 17 syllables, usually organized in a 5, 7, 5 pattern.
Theme: Traditionally focuses on nature, the seasons, or a specific, fleeting moment.
Kigo (Season Word): A word or phrase that hints at the season, grounding the poem in nature.
Kireji (Cutting Word): A pause or break in the poem, usually in the middle, created by punctuation (like an em dash or ellipsis) to create contrast or juxtaposition.
Imagery: Uses clear, simple imagery rather than complex metaphors or rhyme.
Economy: The poem should be concise, ideally read in one breath.
April 12th, 2026 05:22
Age?
sorenbarrett said:
Now there is a great haiku Dave
Eventually
unavoidable unless
a person dies first
April 12th, 2026 05:08
sorenbarrett said:
Now there is a great haiku Dave
Eventually
unavoidable unless
a person dies first
April 12th, 2026 05:08
Hectoring Haikus
arqios said:
Love it! when the flow is swinging articulation, the meaning springs forth🙏🏻🕊️
April 12th, 2026 02:23
arqios said:
Love it! when the flow is swinging articulation, the meaning springs forth🙏🏻🕊️
April 12th, 2026 02:23
Hectoring Haikus
orchidee said:
It takes all of about 23 seconds to read some of my poems on NS themes. Why do people waste those seconds reading garbage?! lol.
April 12th, 2026 02:17
orchidee said:
It takes all of about 23 seconds to read some of my poems on NS themes. Why do people waste those seconds reading garbage?! lol.
April 12th, 2026 02:17
Age?
arqios said:
I can only hope that all judgements are just and beneficial 🙏🏻🕊️
April 12th, 2026 02:13
arqios said:
I can only hope that all judgements are just and beneficial 🙏🏻🕊️
April 12th, 2026 02:13
Yet Another Grunt...
2781 said:
It\'s out of this world, but I prefer the truth, to fiction.
April 11th, 2026 07:44
2781 said:
It\'s out of this world, but I prefer the truth, to fiction.
April 11th, 2026 07:44
Quietly
NafisaSB said:
hopefully will do so when the time comes - thanks for the advice..
April 11th, 2026 00:02
NafisaSB said:
hopefully will do so when the time comes - thanks for the advice..
April 11th, 2026 00:02
Yet Another Grunt...
arqios said:
I guess they basically want us to swipe left or right to thumbs down or up, whichever way that system actually goes? 🙏🏻🕊️
April 10th, 2026 19:53
arqios said:
I guess they basically want us to swipe left or right to thumbs down or up, whichever way that system actually goes? 🙏🏻🕊️
April 10th, 2026 19:53
Quietly
2781 said:
Phew, lucky I read comments. I was concerned it was terminal.
April 10th, 2026 10:11
2781 said:
Phew, lucky I read comments. I was concerned it was terminal.
April 10th, 2026 10:11
Yet Another Grunt...
Paul Bell said:
Ah, the old bullshit poetry.
If I rush, I can go back and change mine. lol
April 10th, 2026 09:22
Paul Bell said:
Ah, the old bullshit poetry.
If I rush, I can go back and change mine. lol
April 10th, 2026 09:22
Yet Another Grunt...
orchidee said:
Now lookie here - authenticity is quite a long word if one is tipsy. I can\'t sshay \'aush-thensh-tis-hetty\' Good acting there from Sir Orchi NS, innit?! lol.
April 10th, 2026 09:19
orchidee said:
Now lookie here - authenticity is quite a long word if one is tipsy. I can\'t sshay \'aush-thensh-tis-hetty\' Good acting there from Sir Orchi NS, innit?! lol.
April 10th, 2026 09:19
Yet Another Grunt...
Tristan Robert Lange said:
Dave, this feels like those moments where you read something and know immediately it’s all surface…crafted (possibly) to sound right but missing something underneath. That frustration comes through clearly here, and it’s certainly easy to relate to. It hits a nerve for a reason. Well done, my friend. 🌹🖤🙏🕯️🐦⬛
April 10th, 2026 09:11
Tristan Robert Lange said:
Dave, this feels like those moments where you read something and know immediately it’s all surface…crafted (possibly) to sound right but missing something underneath. That frustration comes through clearly here, and it’s certainly easy to relate to. It hits a nerve for a reason. Well done, my friend. 🌹🖤🙏🕯️🐦⬛
April 10th, 2026 09:11
Yet Another Grunt...
sorenbarrett said:
If this old head is catching the gist of this there are poems and there are rhymes and the two are not necessarily the same. Poetry from the gut with feeling and rhyme from the head with not so much emotion. Ah hell Dave I thought I had it now I\'m just rambling. You got me going anyway
April 10th, 2026 06:24
sorenbarrett said:
If this old head is catching the gist of this there are poems and there are rhymes and the two are not necessarily the same. Poetry from the gut with feeling and rhyme from the head with not so much emotion. Ah hell Dave I thought I had it now I\'m just rambling. You got me going anyway
April 10th, 2026 06:24
Quietly
Kevin Hulme said:
Maybe next time write a 3 minute Haiku about boiling an Egg.
April 8th, 2026 19:15
Kevin Hulme said:
Maybe next time write a 3 minute Haiku about boiling an Egg.
April 8th, 2026 19:15
Fascism – Yes!
Anna Wakey29 said:
Your style of writing really intrigues me - your level of knowledge surrounding whatever you choose to write about at the time is evident, and your passion is clear. In addition, some of your language (i.e. \"bum\") adds a certain levity that could both be interpreted as a very deep optimistic centre, or a nihilistic cynic just \'laying it all down\'. Very interesting & engaging. ☺️
April 8th, 2026 17:50
Anna Wakey29 said:
Your style of writing really intrigues me - your level of knowledge surrounding whatever you choose to write about at the time is evident, and your passion is clear. In addition, some of your language (i.e. \"bum\") adds a certain levity that could both be interpreted as a very deep optimistic centre, or a nihilistic cynic just \'laying it all down\'. Very interesting & engaging. ☺️
April 8th, 2026 17:50
Quietly
Anna Wakey29 said:
I was surprised by how impactful this was - the ambiguity in regards to the context makes it pliable to the readers current concerns. An excellent haiku, the time making it even more remarkable!
April 8th, 2026 17:46
Anna Wakey29 said:
I was surprised by how impactful this was - the ambiguity in regards to the context makes it pliable to the readers current concerns. An excellent haiku, the time making it even more remarkable!
April 8th, 2026 17:46
Quietly
sorenbarrett said:
There is a history here that goes back farther than me and I don\'t understand it but it pains me to see two friends at war.
April 8th, 2026 15:16
sorenbarrett said:
There is a history here that goes back farther than me and I don\'t understand it but it pains me to see two friends at war.
April 8th, 2026 15:16
Quietly
arqios said:
And a real loss is
most definitely clearly
everybody’s loss.
April 8th, 2026 07:53
arqios said:
And a real loss is
most definitely clearly
everybody’s loss.
April 8th, 2026 07:53
Quietly
Doggerel Dave said:
Read all about it - full confession from poet(ess) immediately under.
April 8th, 2026 01:54
Doggerel Dave said:
Read all about it - full confession from poet(ess) immediately under.
April 8th, 2026 01:54
Reality
Tristan Robert Lange said:
Dave, this...along with the T.S. Eliot quote, really lands…that sense of a shift within, followed by seeing it reflected everywhere else. Especially with that closing image, it carries a quiet weight that sticks. Powerful write, my friend. 🌹🖤🙏🕯️🐦⬛
April 7th, 2026 22:15
Tristan Robert Lange said:
Dave, this...along with the T.S. Eliot quote, really lands…that sense of a shift within, followed by seeing it reflected everywhere else. Especially with that closing image, it carries a quiet weight that sticks. Powerful write, my friend. 🌹🖤🙏🕯️🐦⬛
April 7th, 2026 22:15
Reality
sorenbarrett said:
Dave you instantly get a fave for the reality issue for I am not sure myself what reality is anymore. As for Desu I hate to feel motherly and it was never in me to be protective but somehow I like the guy at the same time I understand your point.
April 7th, 2026 19:26
sorenbarrett said:
Dave you instantly get a fave for the reality issue for I am not sure myself what reality is anymore. As for Desu I hate to feel motherly and it was never in me to be protective but somehow I like the guy at the same time I understand your point.
April 7th, 2026 19:26
Reality
Kevin Hulme said:
Reality can be to bright for me . So sometimes I put on the Shades.
April 7th, 2026 18:35
Kevin Hulme said:
Reality can be to bright for me . So sometimes I put on the Shades.
April 7th, 2026 18:35
Reality
Doggerel Dave said:
Now is your chance to confront me openly and rationally. Make the Dastardly Desu and friends a minority!
April 7th, 2026 17:40
Doggerel Dave said:
Now is your chance to confront me openly and rationally. Make the Dastardly Desu and friends a minority!
April 7th, 2026 17:40
Reappraisal
Thomas W Case said:
Clever twist on form—tight, sharp, and messy in just three lines.
The humor bites, the rhyme snaps, and the metaphor sticks like mud.
April 7th, 2026 07:50
Thomas W Case said:
Clever twist on form—tight, sharp, and messy in just three lines.
The humor bites, the rhyme snaps, and the metaphor sticks like mud.
April 7th, 2026 07:50
Reappraisal
Katie B. said:
Clever and entertaining. Thanks for the share!
Katie
April 6th, 2026 06:14
Katie B. said:
Clever and entertaining. Thanks for the share!
Katie
April 6th, 2026 06:14
Reappraisal
arqios said:
Too much stricture for me, that set of rules there. Love the mini-limerick feel of this haiku 🤩🙏🕊️
April 6th, 2026 05:47
arqios said:
Too much stricture for me, that set of rules there. Love the mini-limerick feel of this haiku 🤩🙏🕊️
April 6th, 2026 05:47
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