Comments received on poems by Tristan Robert Lange
ice charades
sorenbarrett said:
A fave for the message so concisely penned in this short but powerful piece. Poetic in its brevity and strength. So aptly put my friend.
January 27th, 2026 09:37
sorenbarrett said:
A fave for the message so concisely penned in this short but powerful piece. Poetic in its brevity and strength. So aptly put my friend.
January 27th, 2026 09:37
ice charades
Friendship said:
*Rhetorical Questions*The speaker questions at what moment allegiance to such a system becomes a betrayal of fundamental values and ethics. You raise critical questions about the nature of loyalty and its potential to conflict with personal ethics, encouraging readers to reflect on their own positions within various systems and the impact of their choices on the world around them.
January 27th, 2026 09:30
Friendship said:
*Rhetorical Questions*The speaker questions at what moment allegiance to such a system becomes a betrayal of fundamental values and ethics. You raise critical questions about the nature of loyalty and its potential to conflict with personal ethics, encouraging readers to reflect on their own positions within various systems and the impact of their choices on the world around them.
January 27th, 2026 09:30
ice charades
Thomas W Case said:
Right where obedience stops asking questions and starts burying its own conscience.
That line you’re tracing is the sound of a soul deciding who it really serves.
January 27th, 2026 09:03
Thomas W Case said:
Right where obedience stops asking questions and starts burying its own conscience.
That line you’re tracing is the sound of a soul deciding who it really serves.
January 27th, 2026 09:03
ice charades
Doggerel Dave said:
Short and sharp, your question, Tristan. Answer: I have no fealty to any system.
But that\'s just me - others might want to scratch their heads and think about it...... ☺️
January 27th, 2026 08:54
Doggerel Dave said:
Short and sharp, your question, Tristan. Answer: I have no fealty to any system.
But that\'s just me - others might want to scratch their heads and think about it...... ☺️
January 27th, 2026 08:54
Exhibit: (A)pathy
Doggerel Dave said:
\"Obliviousness will Never be a sufficient Safeguard from nemesis.\" Absolutely not, Tristan. And I guess the oblivious (not everyone, not you and me) will eventually learn when it is too late.
January 26th, 2026 15:18
Doggerel Dave said:
\"Obliviousness will Never be a sufficient Safeguard from nemesis.\" Absolutely not, Tristan. And I guess the oblivious (not everyone, not you and me) will eventually learn when it is too late.
January 26th, 2026 15:18
Exhibit: (A)pathy
orchidee said:
Good write T. Glug! Oh no, he sneaked in. lol.
January 26th, 2026 11:48
orchidee said:
Good write T. Glug! Oh no, he sneaked in. lol.
January 26th, 2026 11:48
Exhibit: (A)pathy
Paul Bell said:
The world is on the move, fuelled by gold lined streets the west provides.
Though this is usually provided by people smugglers.
Immigration is great, mass immigration not so.
Is the far right moving into power, I would say so.
Will it be pretty, history tells us no.
January 26th, 2026 09:30
Paul Bell said:
The world is on the move, fuelled by gold lined streets the west provides.
Though this is usually provided by people smugglers.
Immigration is great, mass immigration not so.
Is the far right moving into power, I would say so.
Will it be pretty, history tells us no.
January 26th, 2026 09:30
Exhibit: (A)pathy
sorenbarrett said:
There is a bigger picture here than a single ice cube, a guiding hand that stirs the pot and waits for it to boil over. They add just enough hate and anger to get it to come to a boil and then while all are concerned with the mess they will blame the fire and plunder the kitchen while everyone is concerned with the mess. Good write my friend
January 26th, 2026 08:27
sorenbarrett said:
There is a bigger picture here than a single ice cube, a guiding hand that stirs the pot and waits for it to boil over. They add just enough hate and anger to get it to come to a boil and then while all are concerned with the mess they will blame the fire and plunder the kitchen while everyone is concerned with the mess. Good write my friend
January 26th, 2026 08:27
Exhibit: (A)pathy
Friendship said:
Our world has changed. I saw the images! Your poem revolves around the dangers of nationalism and xenophobia, particularly as they manifest in societal attitudes and actions. The poet addresses the impact of fear on a community and the consequences of ignorance and obliviousness in the face of rising hatred and division. The imagery of crosses and \"fleurs de la mort\" suggests a morbid reverence for symbols that divide rather than unite. There is an urgent call for awareness and introspection regarding societal issues.
January 26th, 2026 08:15
Friendship said:
Our world has changed. I saw the images! Your poem revolves around the dangers of nationalism and xenophobia, particularly as they manifest in societal attitudes and actions. The poet addresses the impact of fear on a community and the consequences of ignorance and obliviousness in the face of rising hatred and division. The imagery of crosses and \"fleurs de la mort\" suggests a morbid reverence for symbols that divide rather than unite. There is an urgent call for awareness and introspection regarding societal issues.
January 26th, 2026 08:15
Bogus Border Czars
Doggerel Dave said:
Hey Tristan, you should know me well enough to understand that I have no wish to comment upon those matters of Christian faith with which you involve yourself.
However when the Trump-et’s bugle calls to arms simultaneously take on the world plus internally as well….. sorry, I lost (can’t follow) the plot anymore. Your vexation is palpable.
January 26th, 2026 01:14
Doggerel Dave said:
Hey Tristan, you should know me well enough to understand that I have no wish to comment upon those matters of Christian faith with which you involve yourself.
However when the Trump-et’s bugle calls to arms simultaneously take on the world plus internally as well….. sorry, I lost (can’t follow) the plot anymore. Your vexation is palpable.
January 26th, 2026 01:14
Bogus Border Czars
cellinic said:
A very deep and significant write on burning subjects of world politics, both American and external... thank you, my friend
January 26th, 2026 01:14
cellinic said:
A very deep and significant write on burning subjects of world politics, both American and external... thank you, my friend
January 26th, 2026 01:14
Bogus Border Czars
aDarkerMind said:
and every line sais all that needs to be said.
a strange and controlling world it most certainly is Tristan.
one to favour yet again.
January 25th, 2026 20:38
aDarkerMind said:
and every line sais all that needs to be said.
a strange and controlling world it most certainly is Tristan.
one to favour yet again.
January 25th, 2026 20:38
Bogus Border Czars
arqios said:
I still can\'t get my head around the number of medieval and backward things happening in what\'s meant to be the 21st century. 🕊️🙏
January 25th, 2026 20:12
arqios said:
I still can\'t get my head around the number of medieval and backward things happening in what\'s meant to be the 21st century. 🕊️🙏
January 25th, 2026 20:12
Bogus Border Czars
orchidee said:
It must be \'religion\' that\'s the cause of all, or a lot, of these related troubles. Surely not true Christianity lived out in Christ\'s life, love, and light (turn that light on! lol). We\'re on the receiving end of some of that - the latter, that is - at present. :)
January 25th, 2026 12:13
orchidee said:
It must be \'religion\' that\'s the cause of all, or a lot, of these related troubles. Surely not true Christianity lived out in Christ\'s life, love, and light (turn that light on! lol). We\'re on the receiving end of some of that - the latter, that is - at present. :)
January 25th, 2026 12:13
Bogus Border Czars
Friendship said:
Your poem critiques religious and governmental authoritarianism, addressing the impact of rigid belief systems and violence in America.
January 25th, 2026 10:43
Friendship said:
Your poem critiques religious and governmental authoritarianism, addressing the impact of rigid belief systems and violence in America.
January 25th, 2026 10:43
Bogus Border Czars
sorenbarrett said:
Powerful but coded this poem seems to cry out against institutional judgements and regulations of belief and who one is. A sad poem of control enforcement. Such the world has been and such it is, if you are not one of us you are against us. Believing the same is demanded and only the first step.
January 25th, 2026 10:34
sorenbarrett said:
Powerful but coded this poem seems to cry out against institutional judgements and regulations of belief and who one is. A sad poem of control enforcement. Such the world has been and such it is, if you are not one of us you are against us. Believing the same is demanded and only the first step.
January 25th, 2026 10:34
Rest in Peace
Paul Bell said:
Self-analysis of oneself is always a tough task, for every positive there\'s always ten negatives, and we all know the negatives rule.
Forgive yourself, love yourself, don\'t let your past define you, all buzz words with merit, but really need expertise to get to the substance of the matter.
This is why I live in blissful denial, and have a no entry sigh for psychiatrists outside my door.
January 25th, 2026 08:19
Paul Bell said:
Self-analysis of oneself is always a tough task, for every positive there\'s always ten negatives, and we all know the negatives rule.
Forgive yourself, love yourself, don\'t let your past define you, all buzz words with merit, but really need expertise to get to the substance of the matter.
This is why I live in blissful denial, and have a no entry sigh for psychiatrists outside my door.
January 25th, 2026 08:19
Rest in Peace
Thomas W Case said:
This reads like a funeral and a forgiveness held in the same breath.
Painful, brave, and necessary—the kind of goodbye that makes room to live.
January 25th, 2026 07:40
Thomas W Case said:
This reads like a funeral and a forgiveness held in the same breath.
Painful, brave, and necessary—the kind of goodbye that makes room to live.
January 25th, 2026 07:40
Rest in Peace
arqios said:
A mirror reflection where left is right and right is left, uniquely your own story and yet projecting mine. Haunting. There was that version of self that had to be let go in order to take part in today and hopefully tomorrow. R.I.P. 🙏🏻🕊️
January 25th, 2026 00:51
arqios said:
A mirror reflection where left is right and right is left, uniquely your own story and yet projecting mine. Haunting. There was that version of self that had to be let go in order to take part in today and hopefully tomorrow. R.I.P. 🙏🏻🕊️
January 25th, 2026 00:51
Rest in Peace
Elaine P. said:
Tristan,
Your poem is an interesting and compassionate read. Thank you for sharing it.
Elaine
January 24th, 2026 19:50
Elaine P. said:
Tristan,
Your poem is an interesting and compassionate read. Thank you for sharing it.
Elaine
January 24th, 2026 19:50
Rest in Peace
Doggerel Dave said:
This is one to identify with, Tristan. The changes in me are difficult to map, however I know that I would not be who I am now (And I am happy, content with me now) without all of those previous younger selves. I’m not about to reveal them, however. Suffice to hint that there are a number of yours which seem familiar!.
January 24th, 2026 17:52
Doggerel Dave said:
This is one to identify with, Tristan. The changes in me are difficult to map, however I know that I would not be who I am now (And I am happy, content with me now) without all of those previous younger selves. I’m not about to reveal them, however. Suffice to hint that there are a number of yours which seem familiar!.
January 24th, 2026 17:52
Rest in Peace
Teddy.15 said:
When one can recognise changes within themselves that a complete power over soul.. kudos, I did read the first lines of sorrenbarret\'s review which made me chuckle. Way to go Tristan taking back the power. 🌹
January 24th, 2026 11:56
Teddy.15 said:
When one can recognise changes within themselves that a complete power over soul.. kudos, I did read the first lines of sorrenbarret\'s review which made me chuckle. Way to go Tristan taking back the power. 🌹
January 24th, 2026 11:56
Rest in Peace
orchidee said:
Good write T. Meanwhile, in Cuckoo Land, there\'s never any peace when \'they\' are around. We knows \'em! lol.
January 24th, 2026 10:39
orchidee said:
Good write T. Meanwhile, in Cuckoo Land, there\'s never any peace when \'they\' are around. We knows \'em! lol.
January 24th, 2026 10:39
Rest in Peace
sorenbarrett said:
Don\'t scare me like that my old heart can\'t take it. This poem seems a recognition of the death of an old self and the birth of a new one that now bids farewell to the old ( grieving? mourns? but bids adieu at any rate) this in one sense is a common phenomena of growth in all of us. Onion eyes, each layer a layer of growth, Knowledge comes with pain that innocence that was once bliss has turned to an adult view of tragedy and how one might weep and wish to return to childhood and its simple joys and fantasies but the genie it is out of the bottle, Pandora\'s box has been opened and these things can not be returned to how they were. Well done Tristan
January 24th, 2026 08:59
sorenbarrett said:
Don\'t scare me like that my old heart can\'t take it. This poem seems a recognition of the death of an old self and the birth of a new one that now bids farewell to the old ( grieving? mourns? but bids adieu at any rate) this in one sense is a common phenomena of growth in all of us. Onion eyes, each layer a layer of growth, Knowledge comes with pain that innocence that was once bliss has turned to an adult view of tragedy and how one might weep and wish to return to childhood and its simple joys and fantasies but the genie it is out of the bottle, Pandora\'s box has been opened and these things can not be returned to how they were. Well done Tristan
January 24th, 2026 08:59
Rest in Peace
Friendship said:
Wow.What a compelling piece! Your poem transported me to the room where you lay in bed; your performance was captivating. Kudos to your remarkable writing skills. The poem explores the complex relationship between the poet and their former self, highlighting themes of self-acceptance, loss, and the struggle to relinquish past identities. It conveys a sense of mourning for the self that once was, while also suggesting hope for healing and transformation. Yet the Poet\'s introspection regarding their past identity, the emotional turmoil experienced due to self-hatred, and the realization that to move forward, they must confront and release their former self. The poem captures the pain of loss, both of self-love and the innocence of youth.
January 24th, 2026 08:38
Friendship said:
Wow.What a compelling piece! Your poem transported me to the room where you lay in bed; your performance was captivating. Kudos to your remarkable writing skills. The poem explores the complex relationship between the poet and their former self, highlighting themes of self-acceptance, loss, and the struggle to relinquish past identities. It conveys a sense of mourning for the self that once was, while also suggesting hope for healing and transformation. Yet the Poet\'s introspection regarding their past identity, the emotional turmoil experienced due to self-hatred, and the realization that to move forward, they must confront and release their former self. The poem captures the pain of loss, both of self-love and the innocence of youth.
January 24th, 2026 08:38
Oedipal Arrangements
Doggerel Dave said:
Controlled mockery evident here, Tristan – delivered with wit and humour.
Excoriating and thus enjoyable take down of the nuclear family. Your view, I gather, is that as a unit of socialization it’s basically stuffed; a view I share. You have my vote unreservedly.
January 23rd, 2026 19:58
Doggerel Dave said:
Controlled mockery evident here, Tristan – delivered with wit and humour.
Excoriating and thus enjoyable take down of the nuclear family. Your view, I gather, is that as a unit of socialization it’s basically stuffed; a view I share. You have my vote unreservedly.
January 23rd, 2026 19:58
Oedipal Arrangements
arqios said:
My family was so dysfunctional but still kept that hamper pristine. A strange lede force, indeed. 🙏🏻🕊️
January 23rd, 2026 19:46
arqios said:
My family was so dysfunctional but still kept that hamper pristine. A strange lede force, indeed. 🙏🏻🕊️
January 23rd, 2026 19:46
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