Comments received on poems by Poetic Licence
Language of Gods.
Poetic Licence said:
Thank you Peto, Cheeky Missy and Damaso for the Favs
August 8th, 2025 13:57
Poetic Licence said:
Thank you Peto, Cheeky Missy and Damaso for the Favs
August 8th, 2025 13:57
Blank Expression.
Poetic Licence said:
Thank you Friendship, Violet_Writes, Cheeky Missy and Damaso for the Favs.
August 8th, 2025 13:56
Poetic Licence said:
Thank you Friendship, Violet_Writes, Cheeky Missy and Damaso for the Favs.
August 8th, 2025 13:56
Blank Expression.
Cheeky Missy said:
They\'ve a term, or rather terms, psychological labels for such behaviors, and nowadays a plethora of support groups for all of us who never were exactly \"extroverted,\" nor the most sociable [by their standards], nor as ready to render ourselves complete fools by answering or responding as if we completely understood. I doubt we\'re really that odd, but who knows. By adulthood, my loving father advised me to keep my jaw from hanging open [an unconscious gesture] lest people think me stupid when he knew otherwise. Theoretically we\'ve an ability to live freely now. Perhaps we\'ve only rather found a place where others like ourselves are. Beautifully rendered with excellent imagery and a vibrant poignancy. Thank you very much for sharing.
August 8th, 2025 11:01
Cheeky Missy said:
They\'ve a term, or rather terms, psychological labels for such behaviors, and nowadays a plethora of support groups for all of us who never were exactly \"extroverted,\" nor the most sociable [by their standards], nor as ready to render ourselves complete fools by answering or responding as if we completely understood. I doubt we\'re really that odd, but who knows. By adulthood, my loving father advised me to keep my jaw from hanging open [an unconscious gesture] lest people think me stupid when he knew otherwise. Theoretically we\'ve an ability to live freely now. Perhaps we\'ve only rather found a place where others like ourselves are. Beautifully rendered with excellent imagery and a vibrant poignancy. Thank you very much for sharing.
August 8th, 2025 11:01
Blank Expression.
arqios said:
This poem captures the quiet ache of feeling unseen and misunderstood, where detachment is not indifference but a shield against intrusion. There’s such a poignancy in the contrast between external judgment and internal complexity of what’s perceived versus what’s felt. The speaker isn’t absent, just elsewhere.
August 8th, 2025 08:06
arqios said:
This poem captures the quiet ache of feeling unseen and misunderstood, where detachment is not indifference but a shield against intrusion. There’s such a poignancy in the contrast between external judgment and internal complexity of what’s perceived versus what’s felt. The speaker isn’t absent, just elsewhere.
August 8th, 2025 08:06
Blank Expression.
Neville said:
It is not hard to see where you are coming from .. extraordinarily well com[posed and my word it looks pretty .. no easy feat to write as a child and keep such good form .. bravo Tobani .. Neville
August 8th, 2025 07:30
Neville said:
It is not hard to see where you are coming from .. extraordinarily well com[posed and my word it looks pretty .. no easy feat to write as a child and keep such good form .. bravo Tobani .. Neville
August 8th, 2025 07:30
Blank Expression.
Friendship said:
What a magnificent poem! It strikes a chord within me, and I comprehend and can identify with its essence. Your poem \"Blank Expression\" explores themes of emotional isolation, misunderstanding, and the struggle for authentic communication. It reflects the internal experience of someone who feels disconnected from others and struggles to convey their feelings or thoughts.
August 8th, 2025 07:30
Friendship said:
What a magnificent poem! It strikes a chord within me, and I comprehend and can identify with its essence. Your poem \"Blank Expression\" explores themes of emotional isolation, misunderstanding, and the struggle for authentic communication. It reflects the internal experience of someone who feels disconnected from others and struggles to convey their feelings or thoughts.
August 8th, 2025 07:30
Blank Expression.
Poetic Licence said:
Thank you for your feedback, I wrote it an english class for the teacher teaching us, he used to get great enjoyment of ridiculing me infront of the other pupil\'s, he didn\'t like the poem. Hope you have a wonderful weekend
August 8th, 2025 06:29
Poetic Licence said:
Thank you for your feedback, I wrote it an english class for the teacher teaching us, he used to get great enjoyment of ridiculing me infront of the other pupil\'s, he didn\'t like the poem. Hope you have a wonderful weekend
August 8th, 2025 06:29
Blank Expression.
sorenbarrett said:
A child who\'s elevator went to the top floor but who chose to lock the door. Clever use of metaphor for a child what\'s more. All messing around aside Tobani this was very nicely worked out for a child. It shows early indications of poetic ability. Thanks for sharing.
August 8th, 2025 04:12
sorenbarrett said:
A child who\'s elevator went to the top floor but who chose to lock the door. Clever use of metaphor for a child what\'s more. All messing around aside Tobani this was very nicely worked out for a child. It shows early indications of poetic ability. Thanks for sharing.
August 8th, 2025 04:12
Language of Gods.
Cheeky Missy said:
Charming and irresistible in tantalizing tercet stanzas, the root of it all begging an elusive answer. Beer has been called \"the nectar of the gods!\" While history has illustrated how effective music is on the creation, the garbage trotted out nowadays leaves the ignorant sorely lacking. Beautifully rendered with excellent imagery and a haunting poignancy. Thank you for sharing.
August 7th, 2025 13:11
Cheeky Missy said:
Charming and irresistible in tantalizing tercet stanzas, the root of it all begging an elusive answer. Beer has been called \"the nectar of the gods!\" While history has illustrated how effective music is on the creation, the garbage trotted out nowadays leaves the ignorant sorely lacking. Beautifully rendered with excellent imagery and a haunting poignancy. Thank you for sharing.
August 7th, 2025 13:11
Language of Gods.
peto said:
Magic simply magic
But I now gotta ask
Your fav song?
August 7th, 2025 11:19
peto said:
Magic simply magic
But I now gotta ask
Your fav song?
August 7th, 2025 11:19
Forgotten Ukraine.
Keeter C said:
The kings of the east, Putin=prince of Rosh all foretold. It will happen ☹️
August 7th, 2025 08:24
Keeter C said:
The kings of the east, Putin=prince of Rosh all foretold. It will happen ☹️
August 7th, 2025 08:24
Language of Gods.
Doggerel Dave said:
Really like your tone(s), Tobani. You have a way of presenting ideas in a manner all your own.
Great stuff. I might not always respond, but I follow you.....
August 7th, 2025 05:55
Doggerel Dave said:
Really like your tone(s), Tobani. You have a way of presenting ideas in a manner all your own.
Great stuff. I might not always respond, but I follow you.....
August 7th, 2025 05:55
Language of Gods.
arqios said:
An a universal language as well, music is! 🕊️🙏🏻
August 7th, 2025 05:29
arqios said:
An a universal language as well, music is! 🕊️🙏🏻
August 7th, 2025 05:29
Language of Gods.
sorenbarrett said:
A poem that I enjoyed. Music does seem to be a language of the gods and a conveyor of emotions. It is a type of poetry all its own. Well said Tobani
August 7th, 2025 04:10
sorenbarrett said:
A poem that I enjoyed. Music does seem to be a language of the gods and a conveyor of emotions. It is a type of poetry all its own. Well said Tobani
August 7th, 2025 04:10
Manners
Goldfinch60 said:
I do all of those things Tobani but the last time I go on a bus was about 5 years ago. LOL
Andy
August 7th, 2025 01:27
Goldfinch60 said:
I do all of those things Tobani but the last time I go on a bus was about 5 years ago. LOL
Andy
August 7th, 2025 01:27
Manners
Bella Shepard said:
Pay it forward my friend, you say it beautifully in verse. It costs nothing to be kind, and there is everything to be gained. Manners equates to acknowledging one another, as you so aptly state. Everything about this poem is a fave in spades!
August 6th, 2025 11:43
Bella Shepard said:
Pay it forward my friend, you say it beautifully in verse. It costs nothing to be kind, and there is everything to be gained. Manners equates to acknowledging one another, as you so aptly state. Everything about this poem is a fave in spades!
August 6th, 2025 11:43
Manners
Cheeky Missy said:
Having spent my childhood in Colorado in the \'80\'s, it was bit of a shock in the \'90\'s to learn how unfriendly the Illinoisans were, where commonplace friendliness was met with coldness, rudeness and an odd surprise since in Colorado it seemed everyone was friendly whether or not we were perfect strangers. That was then, and now it\'s become shocking. Now civility no longer exists. Everyone is horrendously rude and obnoxious until you feel left alone in the midst of your fellows. Thank you for this timely, lovely and fitting call to kindness and civility. Beautifully rendered with an excellent spirit. Thank you for sharing.
August 6th, 2025 11:12
Cheeky Missy said:
Having spent my childhood in Colorado in the \'80\'s, it was bit of a shock in the \'90\'s to learn how unfriendly the Illinoisans were, where commonplace friendliness was met with coldness, rudeness and an odd surprise since in Colorado it seemed everyone was friendly whether or not we were perfect strangers. That was then, and now it\'s become shocking. Now civility no longer exists. Everyone is horrendously rude and obnoxious until you feel left alone in the midst of your fellows. Thank you for this timely, lovely and fitting call to kindness and civility. Beautifully rendered with an excellent spirit. Thank you for sharing.
August 6th, 2025 11:12
Manners
Neville said:
Surely its the only way forward .. Faultless .. Neville
August 6th, 2025 07:36
Neville said:
Surely its the only way forward .. Faultless .. Neville
August 6th, 2025 07:36
Manners
sorenbarrett said:
Such a nice message that all could do thinking about through out the day. Very nicely said Tobani
August 6th, 2025 04:07
sorenbarrett said:
Such a nice message that all could do thinking about through out the day. Very nicely said Tobani
August 6th, 2025 04:07
Blinded Sheep.
Damaso said:
I was able to identify with the sheep in some ways. I really enjoyed reading it. Thank you so much for sharing. Best regards.
August 5th, 2025 10:36
Damaso said:
I was able to identify with the sheep in some ways. I really enjoyed reading it. Thank you so much for sharing. Best regards.
August 5th, 2025 10:36
Blinded Sheep.
Friendship said:
Two for one, nicely done. Your poem \"Blinded Sheep\" explores themes of suffering, betrayal, and the consequences of blind faith or trust. The \"blinded sheep\" symbolize individuals who follow without questioning, leading to exploitation and emotional pain. The lines about a \"tortured heart\" emphasize the deep emotional scars caused by unreciprocated love or betrayal.
August 5th, 2025 07:18
Friendship said:
Two for one, nicely done. Your poem \"Blinded Sheep\" explores themes of suffering, betrayal, and the consequences of blind faith or trust. The \"blinded sheep\" symbolize individuals who follow without questioning, leading to exploitation and emotional pain. The lines about a \"tortured heart\" emphasize the deep emotional scars caused by unreciprocated love or betrayal.
August 5th, 2025 07:18
Blinded Sheep.
Tony Grannell said:
Hello,Tobani,
The last lines of each of the two poems bond perfectly bringing the two well wrought pieces together enhancing theme of despair and cruelty. Very well done indeed.
Fond regards,
Tony.
August 5th, 2025 07:13
Tony Grannell said:
Hello,Tobani,
The last lines of each of the two poems bond perfectly bringing the two well wrought pieces together enhancing theme of despair and cruelty. Very well done indeed.
Fond regards,
Tony.
August 5th, 2025 07:13
Blinded Sheep.
Cheeky Missy said:
Fascinating. I am NOT awake, have a purring kitten thinking I shouldn\'t be on my phone playing around and on me, and am rather baffled. If the sheep were knowingly led, then--? They claimed land... but people have done that for millennia... yet they had neither compassion nor kindness...yes, conquerors are typically ruthless... \"sharpened tongues slowly driven in\"--? You got me there, what\'s that mean? For your second, consider this: \"He satisfieth the longing soul, and filleth the hungry soul with goodness. \"(Ps 107:9) From our fellows, men or women, and from romantic engagements, or friendships, we may and do seek love, yet I have found no satisfaction except in the LORD.
Beautifully rendered with exceptional imagery and a deeply haunting poignancy. Thank you for sharing.
August 5th, 2025 06:43
Cheeky Missy said:
Fascinating. I am NOT awake, have a purring kitten thinking I shouldn\'t be on my phone playing around and on me, and am rather baffled. If the sheep were knowingly led, then--? They claimed land... but people have done that for millennia... yet they had neither compassion nor kindness...yes, conquerors are typically ruthless... \"sharpened tongues slowly driven in\"--? You got me there, what\'s that mean? For your second, consider this: \"He satisfieth the longing soul, and filleth the hungry soul with goodness. \"(Ps 107:9) From our fellows, men or women, and from romantic engagements, or friendships, we may and do seek love, yet I have found no satisfaction except in the LORD.
Beautifully rendered with exceptional imagery and a deeply haunting poignancy. Thank you for sharing.
August 5th, 2025 06:43
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