Comments received on poems by arqios



the price of looking
Kevin Hulme said:

You often hear of Someone who is Beautiful but Terrible to live with. You last lines are sadly true. Good Write.

June 3rd, 2026 19:45

the price of looking
orchidee said:

I don\'t suppose I will get the message, if it\'s anything cryptic! lol. Good write A.

June 3rd, 2026 11:44

the price of looking
nephilim56 ( Norman Dickson) said:

it does indeed get across, fine write

June 3rd, 2026 10:32

the price of looking
Friendship said:

Nicely written. Your poem captures the essence of love as both a beautiful and challenging experience, resonating with anyone who has navigated similar feelings.

June 3rd, 2026 07:42

the price of looking
sorenbarrett said:

Many look for physical beauty in searching for a mate this often comes with a price of living with a undeveloped inner self, egocentrism, pride, infantile qualities. The first thought that I had when reading the title was the price of admission when entering an art gallery or theater, a music festival, or museum. Beauty costs even in the effort of its owner to maintain it. Workouts, diet, with a car or house maintenance a yard or garden. Even a painting needs periodic cleaning and care. A poem itself needs periodic readings by someone or its beauty is lost. Nicely done Cryptic a strong message and warning to any that wish to possess beauty

June 3rd, 2026 06:22

the shadows that follow
Tristan Robert Lange said:

Arqios, this really spoke to me. There is something quietly uplifting here...the sense of moving forward despite resistance. In just a few lines, you capture motion, determination, and perspective all at once. Beautiful piece, my friend. 🌹🖤🙏🕯️🐦‍⬛

June 2nd, 2026 21:33

the shadows that follow
David Wakeling said:

A beautiful scene painted here in words.It reminds how much fun can be had flying a kite.Well written

June 2nd, 2026 20:53

the shadows that follow
Kevin Hulme said:

So many meanings. The Person moving into the Wind (Future). The Shadow the Past.





June 2nd, 2026 18:36

the shadows that follow
Thomas W Case said:

Fantastic imagery.

June 2nd, 2026 14:39

the shadows that follow
orchidee said:

Good write A.

June 2nd, 2026 13:03

the shadows that follow
Friendship said:

Well written.

June 2nd, 2026 06:47

the shadows that follow
nephilim56 ( Norman Dickson) said:

Enjoyed the read my friend

June 2nd, 2026 06:38

the shadows that follow
Katie B. said:

The power seems to lie in the figure that is the shadow. Well-crafted and enjoyable read.

June 2nd, 2026 06:07

the shadows that follow
sorenbarrett said:

The very brevity of this work bodes depth of meaning the forces involved air and wind imply the restlessness already mentioned. The tugging and leaning effect. Then there is the following of the shadow. This well could be social movement or individual change. A powerful write my friend

June 2nd, 2026 05:35

workshop on the hill
NafisaSB said:

A man committed to his work - seeking no attention - letting his work speak for him - what a wonderful way of presenting how actions can speak louder than words, and advertisement is not always necessary.

June 2nd, 2026 02:10

melded roads
Goldfinch60 said:

We must keep moving forward Rik.

Andy

June 2nd, 2026 01:49

poem’s manifesto
antra.coree said:

Great write

June 1st, 2026 20:40

where two currents meet
antra.coree said:

Wowwwwwwwwww

June 1st, 2026 20:39

melded roads
Mutley Ravishes said:

Yet another poem of power, Arqios! Homely, yet the line with \"vastness\" transported me out into the cosmos.

June 1st, 2026 19:41

melded roads
Kevin Hulme said:

My take on this : Loved ones who are no longer here, still remain because of their influence on our life\'s. It\'s strange how I say the same \'Sayings\' that my Mother or Father used to say.
A fave right there.

June 1st, 2026 19:33

melded roads
Friendship said:

lovely written. your poem \"melded roads\" explores the enduring impact of relationships and memories of those who have passed away. It reflects on how the lessons and experiences of loved ones continue to influence the poet\'s life, emphasizing gratitude and the idea of continuation rather than burden.

June 1st, 2026 18:58

melded roads
Tristan Robert Lange said:

Arqios, this really moved me. What struck me most is the gentleness of it. So many poems about those who have shaped us lean toward grief or obligation, but this feels rooted in gratitude. \"Not so much burden. / As continuation.\" especially stayed with me. There is something deeply comforting in the idea that the good we receive from others keeps moving forward through our own lives. Quiet, thoughtful, and beautifully written, my friend. 🌹🖤🙏🕯️🐦‍⬛

June 1st, 2026 17:57

melded roads
sorenbarrett said:

Once again Cryptic I venture a guess at how it struck me. To me what is being referred to is memories they stay with me in my decisions, in my work and through the day. \"What the years removed\", such a great way to refer to the past \"time keeps\" kept in memory. And what lingers but memories. The last lines work as well because what I choose to keep as memories are not the bad or burdens but the good that make a continuation. A lovely write my friend

June 1st, 2026 11:03

melded roads
orchidee said:

Good write A.

June 1st, 2026 10:18

melded roads
nephilim56 ( Norman Dickson) said:

good nostalgic write

June 1st, 2026 06:18

sanctuary
Goldfinch60 said:

You have found your place of peace and quiet Rik, we all find them somewhere.

Andy

June 1st, 2026 01:53

sanctuary
Friendship said:

Well written

May 31st, 2026 19:24

sanctuary
Kevin Hulme said:

Something Calming about a Church. And Cool on a Hot Day. Enjoyed.

May 31st, 2026 18:43

sanctuary
David Wakeling said:

Wonderful beginning amigo. Light does snail its way around.A descriptive look at the morning and our humble place in the scheme of things.Very enjoyable read bro.

May 31st, 2026 16:59

sanctuary
orchidee said:

A fine write A. So you found out the meaning of Carpe Diem - \'the day held long enough\'. Unlike me - by the time I found out, it was dark, and no day left to seize. Doh! lol.

May 31st, 2026 11:35



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