Comments received on poems by Tristan Robert Lange
Afraid to Love
Teddy.15 said:
I guess the world is more interested in material beauty these days, may I just say that Pamela Anderson has single handedly brought beauty back down to earth, choosing to be herself without makeup, without plastic surgery, she had a boob job in her 20\'s but that\'s it, beauty really is inside and in the eyes of the beholder, it\'s not just nonsense it\'s true, and my dear Tristan, I wouldn\'t care what any other human thinks of me that\'s just wasting time and energy and emotions better wasted on loving ones self. A great song my dear friend.
August 9th, 2025 02:36
Teddy.15 said:
I guess the world is more interested in material beauty these days, may I just say that Pamela Anderson has single handedly brought beauty back down to earth, choosing to be herself without makeup, without plastic surgery, she had a boob job in her 20\'s but that\'s it, beauty really is inside and in the eyes of the beholder, it\'s not just nonsense it\'s true, and my dear Tristan, I wouldn\'t care what any other human thinks of me that\'s just wasting time and energy and emotions better wasted on loving ones self. A great song my dear friend.
August 9th, 2025 02:36
Afraid to Love
Cheeky Missy said:
There\'s a fundamental horror of aberrations which, aided and abetted by hauteur, only worsens the situation. Besides, perception is half the problem. This pretty number seems incomplete, begun, yet painfully lacking closure. Thank you so very, very much for sharing this.
August 9th, 2025 02:10
Cheeky Missy said:
There\'s a fundamental horror of aberrations which, aided and abetted by hauteur, only worsens the situation. Besides, perception is half the problem. This pretty number seems incomplete, begun, yet painfully lacking closure. Thank you so very, very much for sharing this.
August 9th, 2025 02:10
Afraid to Love
Poetic Licence said:
Welcome back, great write, we can be so in need of and want love so much, that when it arrives it terrifies us and we don\'t know how to handle it, enjoyed the read
August 9th, 2025 01:43
Poetic Licence said:
Welcome back, great write, we can be so in need of and want love so much, that when it arrives it terrifies us and we don\'t know how to handle it, enjoyed the read
August 9th, 2025 01:43
Afraid to Love
arqios said:
Will listen to this when I get off work. How exciting!
August 8th, 2025 21:38
arqios said:
Will listen to this when I get off work. How exciting!
August 8th, 2025 21:38
Afraid to Love
sorenbarrett said:
Another great poem that is set as a song. Well done Tristan
August 8th, 2025 18:37
sorenbarrett said:
Another great poem that is set as a song. Well done Tristan
August 8th, 2025 18:37
Be Back Soon
Tony Grannell said:
Dear, Tristan,
Take your time, my friend though you will be sadly missed. Make sure it\'s a battery powered bike.
Here\'s wishing you all the very best,
Your fellow poet and friend,
Tony.
August 3rd, 2025 03:50
Tony Grannell said:
Dear, Tristan,
Take your time, my friend though you will be sadly missed. Make sure it\'s a battery powered bike.
Here\'s wishing you all the very best,
Your fellow poet and friend,
Tony.
August 3rd, 2025 03:50
The Acceptable Ways to Die
ElizabethMoroz said:
Pertinent subject matter that is addressed sensitively in the notes and promotes discussion on how others perceive suicide and defines opens the door for a more considered sensitive and non judgmental approach to a very tragic and real element of life that is too often swept under the carpet. Well done for discussing such a sensitive topic with both the scalpel and thee sensitivity in the nites to balance. Brilliant and socially very responsible to include a helpline at the bottom. Well done Tristan, I’m passionate about mental health and this is a delicate subject that you have dealt with with skill. Elizabeth
August 2nd, 2025 00:30
ElizabethMoroz said:
Pertinent subject matter that is addressed sensitively in the notes and promotes discussion on how others perceive suicide and defines opens the door for a more considered sensitive and non judgmental approach to a very tragic and real element of life that is too often swept under the carpet. Well done for discussing such a sensitive topic with both the scalpel and thee sensitivity in the nites to balance. Brilliant and socially very responsible to include a helpline at the bottom. Well done Tristan, I’m passionate about mental health and this is a delicate subject that you have dealt with with skill. Elizabeth
August 2nd, 2025 00:30
Hard Nope
Paul Ramnora said:
I like seeing the \'still\' drawing...
So, I got curious...and, wanted to see the \'animated\' GIF...; but, didn\'t really note a whole lot of difference. Just a \'blinking\' effect going really \'fast\'...showing \'white/black...white/black\'/-etc.
August 1st, 2025 17:23
Paul Ramnora said:
I like seeing the \'still\' drawing...
So, I got curious...and, wanted to see the \'animated\' GIF...; but, didn\'t really note a whole lot of difference. Just a \'blinking\' effect going really \'fast\'...showing \'white/black...white/black\'/-etc.
August 1st, 2025 17:23
Be Back Soon
Friendship said:
the face of life\'s challenges. The poet acknowledges the difficulties and emotional struggles they have experienced but emphasizes their determination to persevere and look forward to better times. with the reflections on personal hardships, aging, emotional turmoil, and the hope for change. It captures a sense of urgency to confront life\'s obstacles and the desire for freedom and joy, symbolized by the metaphor of buying a bike. The poem is written to express the poet\'s journey through hardship, encapsulating both their pain and their determination to move forward, ultimately serving as a reminder of the importance of resilience and hope. I hope you\'re doing well, my friend. This poem speaks out loud to me,🙌❤️🙌
August 1st, 2025 14:08
Friendship said:
the face of life\'s challenges. The poet acknowledges the difficulties and emotional struggles they have experienced but emphasizes their determination to persevere and look forward to better times. with the reflections on personal hardships, aging, emotional turmoil, and the hope for change. It captures a sense of urgency to confront life\'s obstacles and the desire for freedom and joy, symbolized by the metaphor of buying a bike. The poem is written to express the poet\'s journey through hardship, encapsulating both their pain and their determination to move forward, ultimately serving as a reminder of the importance of resilience and hope. I hope you\'re doing well, my friend. This poem speaks out loud to me,🙌❤️🙌
August 1st, 2025 14:08
Be Back Soon
Teddy.15 said:
Let\'s hope you get a Harley Davidson instead of just a peddle bike, more your style I\'d say. Stay well, look towards the sun instead of the rain and you will find all that you are worth within. ❤️ Have a rest and see you soon my darling Tristan.
August 1st, 2025 12:30
Teddy.15 said:
Let\'s hope you get a Harley Davidson instead of just a peddle bike, more your style I\'d say. Stay well, look towards the sun instead of the rain and you will find all that you are worth within. ❤️ Have a rest and see you soon my darling Tristan.
August 1st, 2025 12:30
Be Back Soon
sorenbarrett said:
A fun read that sets the reader up with a serious beginning and a more humorous ending. Well done Tristan
August 1st, 2025 11:22
sorenbarrett said:
A fun read that sets the reader up with a serious beginning and a more humorous ending. Well done Tristan
August 1st, 2025 11:22
Be Back Soon
Salvia.S 🌹 said:
Dear Adorable Tittu,
Just wanted to say — your poem really spoke to me. It’s raw, honest, and strong in a quiet, grounded way. That last line hit like a declaration — and I loved it. You’ve clearly been carrying a lot, and it takes real courage to put that into words.
Wishing you all the best on your mental vacay. Take the time you need, and come back when you’re ready — not a moment before. We’ll be here, and so will that damn bike.
Take care, truly.
August 1st, 2025 10:58
Salvia.S 🌹 said:
Dear Adorable Tittu,
Just wanted to say — your poem really spoke to me. It’s raw, honest, and strong in a quiet, grounded way. That last line hit like a declaration — and I loved it. You’ve clearly been carrying a lot, and it takes real courage to put that into words.
Wishing you all the best on your mental vacay. Take the time you need, and come back when you’re ready — not a moment before. We’ll be here, and so will that damn bike.
Take care, truly.
August 1st, 2025 10:58
Be Back Soon
Poetic Licence said:
Wishing you all the best, take care of yourself
August 1st, 2025 10:18
Poetic Licence said:
Wishing you all the best, take care of yourself
August 1st, 2025 10:18
The Acceptable Ways to Die
Teddy.15 said:
An important subject in my humble opinion, my brother committed suicide he was 25 and for the last 26 years of reflection, have come to the conclusion that some souls are just not meant for earth, they are more sensitive more restless, and no matter how much we try to help them in the end they leave, because that\'s what gives them peace. because that\'s just how it was supposed to be. This is only my thoughts in any case, my mother died of a broken heart in the end, so I know what suicide can do to us, the ones left behind. Kudos my dear Tristan. A subject even though devastating can also bring a great debate. 🤗
August 1st, 2025 03:33
Teddy.15 said:
An important subject in my humble opinion, my brother committed suicide he was 25 and for the last 26 years of reflection, have come to the conclusion that some souls are just not meant for earth, they are more sensitive more restless, and no matter how much we try to help them in the end they leave, because that\'s what gives them peace. because that\'s just how it was supposed to be. This is only my thoughts in any case, my mother died of a broken heart in the end, so I know what suicide can do to us, the ones left behind. Kudos my dear Tristan. A subject even though devastating can also bring a great debate. 🤗
August 1st, 2025 03:33
The Acceptable Ways to Die
Damaso said:
Wow, raw and real. A text that dares to rip the mask off this world in one fell swoop. Everyone is distracted from their own executioner by the speck in someone else\'s eye. A spectacle of writing. I thoroughly enjoyed it. Thanks for sharing. Best regards.
July 31st, 2025 12:16
Damaso said:
Wow, raw and real. A text that dares to rip the mask off this world in one fell swoop. Everyone is distracted from their own executioner by the speck in someone else\'s eye. A spectacle of writing. I thoroughly enjoyed it. Thanks for sharing. Best regards.
July 31st, 2025 12:16
The Acceptable Ways to Die
orchidee said:
A serious theme.
An aside from me too - Ohh, Popeye\'s too busy living, and........ don\'t answer how\'s he\'s busy! lol.
July 30th, 2025 13:38
orchidee said:
A serious theme.
An aside from me too - Ohh, Popeye\'s too busy living, and........ don\'t answer how\'s he\'s busy! lol.
July 30th, 2025 13:38
The Acceptable Ways to Die
Thomas W Case said:
Powerful and poignant. Strong writing.
July 30th, 2025 12:38
Thomas W Case said:
Powerful and poignant. Strong writing.
July 30th, 2025 12:38
The Acceptable Ways to Die
Friendship said:
A very dark and sad subject to discuss, but you wrote about it nicely, my friend.
Your poem addresses themes of mental health, addiction, societal judgment, and the struggle for dignity amidst grief. It emphasizes that while suicide is condemned, self-destructive behaviors like substance abuse are often normalized or overlooked. The poet appears to serve as a challenge to societal norms, provoke thought, and foster empathy for those struggling with these issues, highlighting the need for understanding rather than condemnation.
July 30th, 2025 11:08
Friendship said:
A very dark and sad subject to discuss, but you wrote about it nicely, my friend.
Your poem addresses themes of mental health, addiction, societal judgment, and the struggle for dignity amidst grief. It emphasizes that while suicide is condemned, self-destructive behaviors like substance abuse are often normalized or overlooked. The poet appears to serve as a challenge to societal norms, provoke thought, and foster empathy for those struggling with these issues, highlighting the need for understanding rather than condemnation.
July 30th, 2025 11:08
The Acceptable Ways to Die
Poetic Licence said:
No one has any right to pass judgement on anyone who has tried or succeded in committing suicide. Even if you have had bad times yourself, you are not inside that\'s persons head, we all cope and deal differently with issues , it is a terrifying, lonely desperate position to be in, and I would not wish it on anyone, valid, poignant and honest write
July 30th, 2025 10:59
Poetic Licence said:
No one has any right to pass judgement on anyone who has tried or succeded in committing suicide. Even if you have had bad times yourself, you are not inside that\'s persons head, we all cope and deal differently with issues , it is a terrifying, lonely desperate position to be in, and I would not wish it on anyone, valid, poignant and honest write
July 30th, 2025 10:59
The Acceptable Ways to Die
Tony Grannell said:
Hello, Tristan,
A very interesting poem. I know of six people who committed suicide either out of depression or a broken heart, two of which, I have no idea. They were all very determined and meticulous even. The pangs of living must have been unbearable and constantly unbearable bearing down on heart, soul and mind. As for the other \'acceptable\' ways to go, I\'m guilty of alcohol nicotine and caffeine especially so in my youth. This is an excellent poem, a valiant publication. Well done indeed. After reading this, I could not help myself from remembering those poor souls who lept to their deaths from The Twin Towers.
Fond regards,
Tony.
July 30th, 2025 10:48
Tony Grannell said:
Hello, Tristan,
A very interesting poem. I know of six people who committed suicide either out of depression or a broken heart, two of which, I have no idea. They were all very determined and meticulous even. The pangs of living must have been unbearable and constantly unbearable bearing down on heart, soul and mind. As for the other \'acceptable\' ways to go, I\'m guilty of alcohol nicotine and caffeine especially so in my youth. This is an excellent poem, a valiant publication. Well done indeed. After reading this, I could not help myself from remembering those poor souls who lept to their deaths from The Twin Towers.
Fond regards,
Tony.
July 30th, 2025 10:48
The Acceptable Ways to Die
sorenbarrett said:
Creatively written this poem is a dark subject often avoided and when addressed often too late. Loved your formate again drawing attention to the downs and WIDE The subject is contentious and has many points of view. The taking of a life even your own has repercussions on others but then is it right to force someone with no hope of reprieve from chronic pain and suffering soon doomed to die anyway to live further just for others pleasure? Well done Tristan
July 30th, 2025 10:27
sorenbarrett said:
Creatively written this poem is a dark subject often avoided and when addressed often too late. Loved your formate again drawing attention to the downs and WIDE The subject is contentious and has many points of view. The taking of a life even your own has repercussions on others but then is it right to force someone with no hope of reprieve from chronic pain and suffering soon doomed to die anyway to live further just for others pleasure? Well done Tristan
July 30th, 2025 10:27
Imago Dei
Tony Grannell said:
Hello, Tristan,
I meant to ask you, what is the name of the beautiful background tune played during your recital?
July 30th, 2025 09:52
Tony Grannell said:
Hello, Tristan,
I meant to ask you, what is the name of the beautiful background tune played during your recital?
July 30th, 2025 09:52
The Acceptable Ways to Die
Cheeky Missy said:
You, you, oh YOU!!!! You men, particularly, know how to drive me insane in a heartbeat. Case in point, this pretty number! Argh! I want to scream in frustration! And yet likewise, I dearly love, love, LOVE this particular piece. Ugh! Unintentional suicide. We love to live dangerously. On the reverse side, our frenemies like to kill us slowly. Did I not fear the Scriptures, I might indulge when sorely tempted since sometimes lately the entire world is pointedly antagonistic and I\'m not interested in being tortured. Besides, those who do take their own lives deliberately have their Creator to answer, and He\'s already answered. Enough of this can of worms. Gorgeously rendered with excellent imagery, clichés, poignancy and humor. Thank you so very much for sharing.
July 30th, 2025 09:24
Cheeky Missy said:
You, you, oh YOU!!!! You men, particularly, know how to drive me insane in a heartbeat. Case in point, this pretty number! Argh! I want to scream in frustration! And yet likewise, I dearly love, love, LOVE this particular piece. Ugh! Unintentional suicide. We love to live dangerously. On the reverse side, our frenemies like to kill us slowly. Did I not fear the Scriptures, I might indulge when sorely tempted since sometimes lately the entire world is pointedly antagonistic and I\'m not interested in being tortured. Besides, those who do take their own lives deliberately have their Creator to answer, and He\'s already answered. Enough of this can of worms. Gorgeously rendered with excellent imagery, clichés, poignancy and humor. Thank you so very much for sharing.
July 30th, 2025 09:24
The Acceptable Ways to Die
Bella Shepard said:
A dear cousin of mine, who was suffering with Parkinson\'s disease, took his life two years ago, he had a very methodical plan. We can\'t possibly imagine the pain of living that drives someone to leave it. I applaud your treatment of this sad circumstance, and the need for understanding of the human condition.
July 30th, 2025 09:05
Bella Shepard said:
A dear cousin of mine, who was suffering with Parkinson\'s disease, took his life two years ago, he had a very methodical plan. We can\'t possibly imagine the pain of living that drives someone to leave it. I applaud your treatment of this sad circumstance, and the need for understanding of the human condition.
July 30th, 2025 09:05
The Acceptable Ways to Die
arqios said:
(Aside: One day it would be awesome to discover the back story and origins of Tittu.)
Now look at that juxtaposition of everyday vices—coffee, wine, speed—with the raw judgment aimed at suicide cuts straight to the heart of how we normalise some escapes but ostracise the most desperate one. As a fellow writer who’s lived through caffeine-fuelled all-nighters and the creeping pressure to “keep it together,” your lines resonated on so many levels.
July 30th, 2025 08:29
arqios said:
(Aside: One day it would be awesome to discover the back story and origins of Tittu.)
Now look at that juxtaposition of everyday vices—coffee, wine, speed—with the raw judgment aimed at suicide cuts straight to the heart of how we normalise some escapes but ostracise the most desperate one. As a fellow writer who’s lived through caffeine-fuelled all-nighters and the creeping pressure to “keep it together,” your lines resonated on so many levels.
July 30th, 2025 08:29
Invisible Woe-Man
ElizabethMoroz said:
An interesting commentary on judgement, the contradictions that lie within the restricted minds who equate oddness with devilishness and cannot distinguish or identify the beauty, creativity, majesty & integrity of those of us considered odd or different. It is very clever dialogue with the reductively confused who dabble in light judgemental contradictions without even understanding the gravitas of their own judgemental assumptions. I love the text it connects you with the words in an authentic manner. I may have missed the mark Tristan but I found this to be very witty and clever indeed! Sharp and lighting social commentary. Well done! Elizabeth
July 30th, 2025 07:14
ElizabethMoroz said:
An interesting commentary on judgement, the contradictions that lie within the restricted minds who equate oddness with devilishness and cannot distinguish or identify the beauty, creativity, majesty & integrity of those of us considered odd or different. It is very clever dialogue with the reductively confused who dabble in light judgemental contradictions without even understanding the gravitas of their own judgemental assumptions. I love the text it connects you with the words in an authentic manner. I may have missed the mark Tristan but I found this to be very witty and clever indeed! Sharp and lighting social commentary. Well done! Elizabeth
July 30th, 2025 07:14
Invisible Woe-Man
Neville said:
Now that\'s what we calla revelation around these here parts .. I luv it when ya scribble dirty .. Neville
July 30th, 2025 02:25
Neville said:
Now that\'s what we calla revelation around these here parts .. I luv it when ya scribble dirty .. Neville
July 30th, 2025 02:25
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