Comments received on poems by arqios
a poem that builds itself
Tristan Robert Lange said:
arqios, this reads as a metaphor for creation itself. Thought becomes motion, motion becomes structure, and structure stands without needing proclamation. The poem doesn’t build itself out of magic, but out of attention, patience, and trust. Beautifully done. 🌹🖤🙏🕯️🐦⬛
December 20th, 2025 09:21
Tristan Robert Lange said:
arqios, this reads as a metaphor for creation itself. Thought becomes motion, motion becomes structure, and structure stands without needing proclamation. The poem doesn’t build itself out of magic, but out of attention, patience, and trust. Beautifully done. 🌹🖤🙏🕯️🐦⬛
December 20th, 2025 09:21
a poem that builds itself
PerditaRose said:
For me, that is how it somehow seems to happen. Thank you, arqios, for writing this.
December 20th, 2025 08:25
PerditaRose said:
For me, that is how it somehow seems to happen. Thank you, arqios, for writing this.
December 20th, 2025 08:25
a poem that builds itself
Friendship said:
Well written, the poem \"Ode to the Poem That Built Itself\" explores the organic and collaborative process of poetry creation. It emphasizes how ideas evolve from small beginnings into a cohesive and meaningful whole, highlighting the gradual and often unnoticed work that goes into crafting a poem.
December 20th, 2025 07:11
Friendship said:
Well written, the poem \"Ode to the Poem That Built Itself\" explores the organic and collaborative process of poetry creation. It emphasizes how ideas evolve from small beginnings into a cohesive and meaningful whole, highlighting the gradual and often unnoticed work that goes into crafting a poem.
December 20th, 2025 07:11
a poem that builds itself
Mutley Ravishes said:
The effortless way
Wins the day
Effortlessly!
(Or should that be effortless effort as an aquaintance once said?)
December 20th, 2025 06:27
Mutley Ravishes said:
The effortless way
Wins the day
Effortlessly!
(Or should that be effortless effort as an aquaintance once said?)
December 20th, 2025 06:27
a poem that builds itself
sorenbarrett said:
Brick by brick some with a master plan others built as they go. A wonderful blueprint of a poem\'s construction. Even the planed may be altered as it raises and with a builders care becomes an edifice of pride. Well done my friend
December 20th, 2025 05:15
sorenbarrett said:
Brick by brick some with a master plan others built as they go. A wonderful blueprint of a poem\'s construction. Even the planed may be altered as it raises and with a builders care becomes an edifice of pride. Well done my friend
December 20th, 2025 05:15
travel companions
Goldfinch60 said:
Those memories are often brought back by things found from the past Rik.
Andy
December 20th, 2025 02:13
Goldfinch60 said:
Those memories are often brought back by things found from the past Rik.
Andy
December 20th, 2025 02:13
travel companions
Kevin Hulme said:
I\'m the same with Old Books Bought from secondhand Stores or Book Shops. Wonder who the People were that owned them?
A fave of a Poem.
December 19th, 2025 13:28
Kevin Hulme said:
I\'m the same with Old Books Bought from secondhand Stores or Book Shops. Wonder who the People were that owned them?
A fave of a Poem.
December 19th, 2025 13:28
travel companions
Tristan Robert Lange said:
Wow! Profoundly simple, and profoundly memorable. Will do! 🙂 Thanks for the sagely advice, my friend!🌹🖤🙏🕯️🐦⬛
December 19th, 2025 09:42
Tristan Robert Lange said:
Wow! Profoundly simple, and profoundly memorable. Will do! 🙂 Thanks for the sagely advice, my friend!🌹🖤🙏🕯️🐦⬛
December 19th, 2025 09:42
travel companions
Jerry Reynolds said:
Good write, arqios. I have scarves and hats; I will treat them with a bit more respect. Happy holidays.
December 19th, 2025 09:22
Jerry Reynolds said:
Good write, arqios. I have scarves and hats; I will treat them with a bit more respect. Happy holidays.
December 19th, 2025 09:22
travel companions
Friendship said:
The poem explores the intimate connection between objects and the memories they evoke, suggesting that everyday items, like scarves, can serve as reminders of meaningful relationships and experiences. It highlights the importance of remembering and cherishing these connections as we navigate our daily lives.
December 19th, 2025 07:43
Friendship said:
The poem explores the intimate connection between objects and the memories they evoke, suggesting that everyday items, like scarves, can serve as reminders of meaningful relationships and experiences. It highlights the importance of remembering and cherishing these connections as we navigate our daily lives.
December 19th, 2025 07:43
travel companions
Katie B. said:
Great poignant piece. Enjoyable read. Thanks for sharing.
December 19th, 2025 07:25
Katie B. said:
Great poignant piece. Enjoyable read. Thanks for sharing.
December 19th, 2025 07:25
travel companions
orchidee said:
Good write A. You got your scarf out there, this time of year in Oz?!
December 19th, 2025 06:15
orchidee said:
Good write A. You got your scarf out there, this time of year in Oz?!
December 19th, 2025 06:15
travel companions
sorenbarrett said:
Indeed we do carry memories, momentos of the past and its occupants with us through the day and time in general. A small part of what they gave us carried as our flag. Very nice Cryptic loved how the last line \"woven into the morning\" ties the theme and subject together symbolically and literally
December 19th, 2025 05:18
sorenbarrett said:
Indeed we do carry memories, momentos of the past and its occupants with us through the day and time in general. A small part of what they gave us carried as our flag. Very nice Cryptic loved how the last line \"woven into the morning\" ties the theme and subject together symbolically and literally
December 19th, 2025 05:18
before the day stirs
Goldfinch60 said:
Wonderful words Rik, that is the way I feel most mornings.
Andy
December 19th, 2025 02:45
Goldfinch60 said:
Wonderful words Rik, that is the way I feel most mornings.
Andy
December 19th, 2025 02:45
before the day stirs
Kevin Hulme said:
While reading this , the Skies are Grey with nothing but Rain for the last two months.
Well said .
December 18th, 2025 10:20
Kevin Hulme said:
While reading this , the Skies are Grey with nothing but Rain for the last two months.
Well said .
December 18th, 2025 10:20
before the day stirs
Paul Bell said:
This is me stepping into my day, only changing when the railway station gets closer and all hell is let loose.
December 18th, 2025 09:01
Paul Bell said:
This is me stepping into my day, only changing when the railway station gets closer and all hell is let loose.
December 18th, 2025 09:01
before the day stirs
Jerry Reynolds said:
A fine write, arqios. That moment when color chases the grey is a fine time.
December 18th, 2025 08:38
Jerry Reynolds said:
A fine write, arqios. That moment when color chases the grey is a fine time.
December 18th, 2025 08:38
call it truth
NafisaSB said:
and may the truth always prevail whether people try to trample, shatter or disfigure it...
December 18th, 2025 07:12
NafisaSB said:
and may the truth always prevail whether people try to trample, shatter or disfigure it...
December 18th, 2025 07:12
before the day stirs
Katie B. said:
Lovely piece, enjoyable read. I wrote one this morning called Dawn that reminds me of it.
December 18th, 2025 06:49
Katie B. said:
Lovely piece, enjoyable read. I wrote one this morning called Dawn that reminds me of it.
December 18th, 2025 06:49
before the day stirs
Friendship said:
Lovely said. Your poem captures a moment of tranquility and stillness before the onset of a new day. It suggests a connection to nature and the importance of taking a moment to breathe and prepare for the activities ahead.
December 18th, 2025 06:21
Friendship said:
Lovely said. Your poem captures a moment of tranquility and stillness before the onset of a new day. It suggests a connection to nature and the importance of taking a moment to breathe and prepare for the activities ahead.
December 18th, 2025 06:21
before the day stirs
sorenbarrett said:
Beautiful! A peaceful feeling my friend
December 18th, 2025 05:28
sorenbarrett said:
Beautiful! A peaceful feeling my friend
December 18th, 2025 05:28
call it truth
Goldfinch60 said:
We all have those slight folds in our lives Rik.
Andy
December 18th, 2025 02:05
Goldfinch60 said:
We all have those slight folds in our lives Rik.
Andy
December 18th, 2025 02:05
winter palette
NafisaSB said:
such a wonderful and heartfelt description of winter...
December 18th, 2025 00:45
NafisaSB said:
such a wonderful and heartfelt description of winter...
December 18th, 2025 00:45
call it truth
Friendship said:
Your poem seeks to challenge traditional notions of beauty, precision, and order, advocating for a broader understanding of truth that includes flaws and imperfections. It serves as a reminder that authenticity is found in the unpolished aspects of life and creativity.
December 17th, 2025 11:18
Friendship said:
Your poem seeks to challenge traditional notions of beauty, precision, and order, advocating for a broader understanding of truth that includes flaws and imperfections. It serves as a reminder that authenticity is found in the unpolished aspects of life and creativity.
December 17th, 2025 11:18
call it truth
PerditaRose said:
I should show this poem to my husband. It is well-written and it speaks to me.
December 17th, 2025 07:49
PerditaRose said:
I should show this poem to my husband. It is well-written and it speaks to me.
December 17th, 2025 07:49
call it truth
Paul Bell said:
Standards aren\'t slipping anymore, they\'ve plummeted.
Once upon a time you would get hammered for doing a shit job, now it\'s the norm.
December 17th, 2025 07:28
Paul Bell said:
Standards aren\'t slipping anymore, they\'ve plummeted.
Once upon a time you would get hammered for doing a shit job, now it\'s the norm.
December 17th, 2025 07:28
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