Comments received on poems by sorenbarrett
The bribe
Poetic Licence said:
Is there such a thing as true justice, or does it happen the way its meant to happen. A very entertaining write, enjoyed my read
June 29th, 2025 07:14
Poetic Licence said:
Is there such a thing as true justice, or does it happen the way its meant to happen. A very entertaining write, enjoyed my read
June 29th, 2025 07:14
The bribe
Soman Ragavan said:
This story is a “tour de force….” A masterstroke…. The farmer did what lawyers could not do. He used a nuclear weapon in his favour and outwitted the rancher. Farmers are known to be pragmatic… I suggest that you submit this story to an Artificial Intelligence platform for analysis.
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June 29th, 2025 06:57
Soman Ragavan said:
This story is a “tour de force….” A masterstroke…. The farmer did what lawyers could not do. He used a nuclear weapon in his favour and outwitted the rancher. Farmers are known to be pragmatic… I suggest that you submit this story to an Artificial Intelligence platform for analysis.
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June 29th, 2025 06:57
The bribe
Friendship said:
Your story sheds light on the transformative power of resilience in the face of adversity, as a poor farmer bravely confronts a formidable opponent, illuminating the profound impact of justice, morality, and the unwavering determination to protect one\'s livelihood. You masterfully underscore the extraordinary lengths individuals will go to safeguard their futures, and the profound ethical dilemmas that arise from bribery and corruption within the legal system. A conflict between a poor farmer and a wealthy rancher over a piece of land becomes a powerful allegory, as their dispute leads to a revelatory journey through the legal system, where the farmer\'s unyielding spirit and the rancher\'s hubris poignantly embody the universal struggles between wealth and poverty, justice and injustice.
June 29th, 2025 06:54
Friendship said:
Your story sheds light on the transformative power of resilience in the face of adversity, as a poor farmer bravely confronts a formidable opponent, illuminating the profound impact of justice, morality, and the unwavering determination to protect one\'s livelihood. You masterfully underscore the extraordinary lengths individuals will go to safeguard their futures, and the profound ethical dilemmas that arise from bribery and corruption within the legal system. A conflict between a poor farmer and a wealthy rancher over a piece of land becomes a powerful allegory, as their dispute leads to a revelatory journey through the legal system, where the farmer\'s unyielding spirit and the rancher\'s hubris poignantly embody the universal struggles between wealth and poverty, justice and injustice.
June 29th, 2025 06:54
The bribe
arqios said:
...when survival hangs in the balance, who truly owns justice—the letter of the law, or its human weight? Heavy hitting stuff Soren🕊️🙏🏻
June 29th, 2025 04:35
arqios said:
...when survival hangs in the balance, who truly owns justice—the letter of the law, or its human weight? Heavy hitting stuff Soren🕊️🙏🏻
June 29th, 2025 04:35
The bribe
David Wakeling said:
A greta narrative poem. Very well constructed and well written. A nice humourous ending as well.I really enjoyed reading.Masterful
June 29th, 2025 04:29
David Wakeling said:
A greta narrative poem. Very well constructed and well written. A nice humourous ending as well.I really enjoyed reading.Masterful
June 29th, 2025 04:29
Thunder from the throne
Teddy.15 said:
They knocked down the pearly gates to put in a tole way
You nailed it here then you had to go and speak about air conditioning lol, oh sorrenbarret my dear friend superb. As ever 🌹
June 28th, 2025 14:20
Teddy.15 said:
They knocked down the pearly gates to put in a tole way
You nailed it here then you had to go and speak about air conditioning lol, oh sorrenbarret my dear friend superb. As ever 🌹
June 28th, 2025 14:20
Visit with a dream
NafisaSB said:
Great work. Can see the farmer asking the question 👍💐
June 28th, 2025 11:39
NafisaSB said:
Great work. Can see the farmer asking the question 👍💐
June 28th, 2025 11:39
Don\'t mix them up
NafisaSB said:
Two sides of the coin well represented. Kudos 👍
June 28th, 2025 11:37
NafisaSB said:
Two sides of the coin well represented. Kudos 👍
June 28th, 2025 11:37
Thunder from the throne
Tristan Robert Lange said:
Where do I fucking sign up?...oh, wait, I already did! Good to see you down here, mate! LOL! A great poem that is quite clear what it is about...at least to those with their eyes open. Well done on this, my friend! Love it! 🌹👏
June 28th, 2025 09:43
Tristan Robert Lange said:
Where do I fucking sign up?...oh, wait, I already did! Good to see you down here, mate! LOL! A great poem that is quite clear what it is about...at least to those with their eyes open. Well done on this, my friend! Love it! 🌹👏
June 28th, 2025 09:43
Thunder from the throne
orchidee said:
If only it didn\'t depend on people with certain dodgy rug-hairstyles - but it\'s more serious than that.
June 28th, 2025 09:04
orchidee said:
If only it didn\'t depend on people with certain dodgy rug-hairstyles - but it\'s more serious than that.
June 28th, 2025 09:04
Thunder from the throne
Doggerel Dave said:
Nothing is unchanging in the universe, so...... should either or both of those joints exist of course..... Got a feeling you may be a property developer at heart, Soren.........
June 28th, 2025 08:57
Doggerel Dave said:
Nothing is unchanging in the universe, so...... should either or both of those joints exist of course..... Got a feeling you may be a property developer at heart, Soren.........
June 28th, 2025 08:57
Thunder from the throne
Friendship said:
I appreciate this vision of heaven and Hell. The poem presents a critical commentary on societal inequalities, contrasting traditional concepts of Heaven and Hell. The poet suggests that Heaven has become a commodified and exclusive place, accessible only to those with wealth, while Hell is portrayed as a more inclusive and liberating space. I appreciate how the poet explores themes of capitalism, social justice, and the concept of morality in relation to wealth and privilege. It contrasts the materialistic, hierarchical nature of Heaven with the democratic and hedonistic attributes of Hell. This poem aims to provoke thought about the nature of morality in a capitalist society, questioning traditional beliefs and highlighting the absurdities of social structures. It challenges readers to reconsider their perceptions of Heaven and Hell in light of modern values.
June 28th, 2025 07:16
Friendship said:
I appreciate this vision of heaven and Hell. The poem presents a critical commentary on societal inequalities, contrasting traditional concepts of Heaven and Hell. The poet suggests that Heaven has become a commodified and exclusive place, accessible only to those with wealth, while Hell is portrayed as a more inclusive and liberating space. I appreciate how the poet explores themes of capitalism, social justice, and the concept of morality in relation to wealth and privilege. It contrasts the materialistic, hierarchical nature of Heaven with the democratic and hedonistic attributes of Hell. This poem aims to provoke thought about the nature of morality in a capitalist society, questioning traditional beliefs and highlighting the absurdities of social structures. It challenges readers to reconsider their perceptions of Heaven and Hell in light of modern values.
June 28th, 2025 07:16
Thunder from the throne
arqios said:
A riot of wit and rebellion! This poem flips celestial norms with cheeky irreverence and sharp satire, all while winking at modern life’s odd priorities; tolls, tariffs, and Wi-Fi. It’s bold, brash, and entirely entertaining, like a divine comedy with a punk heart.
June 28th, 2025 05:32
arqios said:
A riot of wit and rebellion! This poem flips celestial norms with cheeky irreverence and sharp satire, all while winking at modern life’s odd priorities; tolls, tariffs, and Wi-Fi. It’s bold, brash, and entirely entertaining, like a divine comedy with a punk heart.
June 28th, 2025 05:32
Thunder from the throne
Poetic Licence said:
I feel this can only be reffering to one person, and myself hope he is also rejected from hell when he gets there, loved the read
June 28th, 2025 04:44
Poetic Licence said:
I feel this can only be reffering to one person, and myself hope he is also rejected from hell when he gets there, loved the read
June 28th, 2025 04:44
Thunder from the throne
David Wakeling said:
For me this is the great nation of America.The new President thinks he is God and behaves like that.A wonderfully clever insightful piece.
June 28th, 2025 04:29
David Wakeling said:
For me this is the great nation of America.The new President thinks he is God and behaves like that.A wonderfully clever insightful piece.
June 28th, 2025 04:29
Don\'t mix them up
Goldfinch60 said:
Good conncetion between the two soren, they both seem to sit on our shoulders.
Andy
June 28th, 2025 01:22
Goldfinch60 said:
Good conncetion between the two soren, they both seem to sit on our shoulders.
Andy
June 28th, 2025 01:22
Don\'t mix them up
Doggerel Dave said:
One of those buggers are going to get you one day if you continue to carry on like that, Soren - mark my words...
Well amused by that, mate
June 27th, 2025 20:11
Doggerel Dave said:
One of those buggers are going to get you one day if you continue to carry on like that, Soren - mark my words...
Well amused by that, mate
June 27th, 2025 20:11
Don\'t mix them up
Teddy.15 said:
Oh how brilliant, although I wouldn\'t mind sitting on the lap of the devil, just to feel what it\'s like 🔥 👿 lol well you know me.... Brilliant rhyming and so very visual. Wonderful poetry. 🌹
June 27th, 2025 16:30
Teddy.15 said:
Oh how brilliant, although I wouldn\'t mind sitting on the lap of the devil, just to feel what it\'s like 🔥 👿 lol well you know me.... Brilliant rhyming and so very visual. Wonderful poetry. 🌹
June 27th, 2025 16:30
Don\'t mix them up
Mottakeenur Rehman said:
This is such a brilliant and playful contrast between two iconic figures! I love how you’ve woven their similarities and differences into such vivid imagery—right down to the lap vs. the shoulder and the yearly visit vs. constant temptation. The rhyming flows smoothly, and the riddling tone keeps it engaging. Great job capturing the duality of these two \'red-dressed\' figures—one bringing joy, the other mischief!
June 27th, 2025 14:55
Mottakeenur Rehman said:
This is such a brilliant and playful contrast between two iconic figures! I love how you’ve woven their similarities and differences into such vivid imagery—right down to the lap vs. the shoulder and the yearly visit vs. constant temptation. The rhyming flows smoothly, and the riddling tone keeps it engaging. Great job capturing the duality of these two \'red-dressed\' figures—one bringing joy, the other mischief!
June 27th, 2025 14:55
Don\'t mix them up
Lorenz said:
Old nick is a faithful friend in creation and fat santa never even looked at me !
June 27th, 2025 13:31
Lorenz said:
Old nick is a faithful friend in creation and fat santa never even looked at me !
June 27th, 2025 13:31
Don\'t mix them up
Tristan Robert Lange said:
Wait. Santa is an anagram for Satan? Wonderful write and, with the consumerist mania that comes around the chubby elf\'s season, one might suspect they COULD be the same person! 😱 aAnd of course, the \"naughty list Santa\" really is rooted in Krampus, who far more looks like Satan. So, there\'s that too! LOL! Wonderful poem, my friend. A fave for sure. 🌹👏
June 27th, 2025 10:59
Tristan Robert Lange said:
Wait. Santa is an anagram for Satan? Wonderful write and, with the consumerist mania that comes around the chubby elf\'s season, one might suspect they COULD be the same person! 😱 aAnd of course, the \"naughty list Santa\" really is rooted in Krampus, who far more looks like Satan. So, there\'s that too! LOL! Wonderful poem, my friend. A fave for sure. 🌹👏
June 27th, 2025 10:59
Don\'t mix them up
orchidee said:
I knows the Christmas one - some fat beardy bloke in a red costume and welly boots, who always makes a mess of the lounge, covering it in soot! Dunno how he gets down the chimney, but I\'m gonna keep a fire going this Christmas Eve night. That\'ll teach him! heehee,
June 27th, 2025 09:32
orchidee said:
I knows the Christmas one - some fat beardy bloke in a red costume and welly boots, who always makes a mess of the lounge, covering it in soot! Dunno how he gets down the chimney, but I\'m gonna keep a fire going this Christmas Eve night. That\'ll teach him! heehee,
June 27th, 2025 09:32
Don\'t mix them up
Soman Ragavan said:
Sounds like Christmas and the devil. The first one comes once a year. The other one is never far from us.
June 27th, 2025 07:41
Soman Ragavan said:
Sounds like Christmas and the devil. The first one comes once a year. The other one is never far from us.
June 27th, 2025 07:41
Don\'t mix them up
arqios said:
Oh, such a playful poem; a cheeky meditation on duality, how closely virtue and mischief can wear the same festive red coat. With tight, rhythmic rhyming and a grin tucked behind the lines, it teases out the parallels between Santa Claus (the Saint) and the Devil (Old Nick), both dressed in red, both iconic, both offering something to those who believe. There’s a mischievous symmetry in their swapped roles: one omnipresent, whispering temptations, the other delighting in seasonal generosity. And that line; “one sits on your shoulder, the other you sit in his lap,” brilliantly captures the moral topsy-turvy we all navigate. Even the final couplet lands with a wink: whether through snowy fields or moral tests, the promise of a “gift” remains, though the nature of the gift may be quite different. It’s so witty, wry, and satirically sweet. A timely reminder that the line between naughty and nice isn\'t always drawn in snow. 🕊️🙏🏻
June 27th, 2025 06:52
arqios said:
Oh, such a playful poem; a cheeky meditation on duality, how closely virtue and mischief can wear the same festive red coat. With tight, rhythmic rhyming and a grin tucked behind the lines, it teases out the parallels between Santa Claus (the Saint) and the Devil (Old Nick), both dressed in red, both iconic, both offering something to those who believe. There’s a mischievous symmetry in their swapped roles: one omnipresent, whispering temptations, the other delighting in seasonal generosity. And that line; “one sits on your shoulder, the other you sit in his lap,” brilliantly captures the moral topsy-turvy we all navigate. Even the final couplet lands with a wink: whether through snowy fields or moral tests, the promise of a “gift” remains, though the nature of the gift may be quite different. It’s so witty, wry, and satirically sweet. A timely reminder that the line between naughty and nice isn\'t always drawn in snow. 🕊️🙏🏻
June 27th, 2025 06:52
Don\'t mix them up
Friendship said:
If I had to choose one of the characters, I would choose Old Nick the Devil because he\'s consistent; he gets agitated, mean, and revengeful. Where Santa Claus is just a smelly old man who is greedy, he plays God, deciding who\'s good or bad! He doesn\'t always give, and he\'s constantly wanting a reward for giving something - my cookies and milk, carrots for the reindeer.
The poem contrasts their characteristics, roles, and the meanings they symbolize—one representing generosity and rewarding good behavior, while the other signifies temptation and punishment for misdeeds. It explores themes of morality, the duality of human nature, and the different ways these figures influence behavior. Overall, the poem creatively encourages readers to consider the moral implications of actions through the contrasting images of Santa Claus and the Devil, using vivid language, sound patterns, and a cohesive structure. You have a vivid imagination at times. I wonder how you come up with these paintings, yet they\'re so interesting and complex at the same time. I liked today\'s poem. You paint a very good image of Santa Claus and Old Nick. I used to think Old Nick was the devil as a child.
June 27th, 2025 06:44
Friendship said:
If I had to choose one of the characters, I would choose Old Nick the Devil because he\'s consistent; he gets agitated, mean, and revengeful. Where Santa Claus is just a smelly old man who is greedy, he plays God, deciding who\'s good or bad! He doesn\'t always give, and he\'s constantly wanting a reward for giving something - my cookies and milk, carrots for the reindeer.
The poem contrasts their characteristics, roles, and the meanings they symbolize—one representing generosity and rewarding good behavior, while the other signifies temptation and punishment for misdeeds. It explores themes of morality, the duality of human nature, and the different ways these figures influence behavior. Overall, the poem creatively encourages readers to consider the moral implications of actions through the contrasting images of Santa Claus and the Devil, using vivid language, sound patterns, and a cohesive structure. You have a vivid imagination at times. I wonder how you come up with these paintings, yet they\'re so interesting and complex at the same time. I liked today\'s poem. You paint a very good image of Santa Claus and Old Nick. I used to think Old Nick was the devil as a child.
June 27th, 2025 06:44
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