Comments received on poems by Tristan Robert Lange
Hate\'s Finality
arqios said:
This acrostic lands like a clenched jaw; brief, sharp, and unwilling to flinch. In light of your note, its power comes from the tension you hold between condemnation and recognition: you refuse to soften the act or the harm, yet you also refuse to strip away the perpetrator’s humanity. That choice makes the piece unsettling in the best way, because it forces the reader to inhabit a space where empathy and accountability are not opposites but co‑existing truths. The spareness of the lines mirrors the stripped‑down reality you’re pointing to: fear, judgment, and the irrevocable weight of consequence. It’s not a poem that lets anyone off the hook, least of all the reader.
September 14th, 2025 05:40
arqios said:
This acrostic lands like a clenched jaw; brief, sharp, and unwilling to flinch. In light of your note, its power comes from the tension you hold between condemnation and recognition: you refuse to soften the act or the harm, yet you also refuse to strip away the perpetrator’s humanity. That choice makes the piece unsettling in the best way, because it forces the reader to inhabit a space where empathy and accountability are not opposites but co‑existing truths. The spareness of the lines mirrors the stripped‑down reality you’re pointing to: fear, judgment, and the irrevocable weight of consequence. It’s not a poem that lets anyone off the hook, least of all the reader.
September 14th, 2025 05:40
Exsanguination Nation
arqios said:
This poem is a relentless, looping meditation on mortality, where each refrain tightens the grip of inevitability. The shifting imagery ( serpent to bird, eagle to buzzard ) strips away any hope of rescue, while the visceral detail of blood and “oscillations” makes death’s presence tactile. It’s grim, hypnotic, and unflinching, ending with the chilling truth that the axe swings where no feet tread.
September 14th, 2025 05:33
arqios said:
This poem is a relentless, looping meditation on mortality, where each refrain tightens the grip of inevitability. The shifting imagery ( serpent to bird, eagle to buzzard ) strips away any hope of rescue, while the visceral detail of blood and “oscillations” makes death’s presence tactile. It’s grim, hypnotic, and unflinching, ending with the chilling truth that the axe swings where no feet tread.
September 14th, 2025 05:33
Hate\'s Finality
sorenbarrett said:
In these few words lies volumes of deeper understanding. I am glad for the author\'s note that gives a key to those interested enough to think about the issue. We are quick to judge from our shoes never having stood in another\'s and that goes from the other side as well. Too much focus on guns and not on the fingers that pull the triggers. But then no one is interested in understanding either the motives or the consequences. A very thought provoking poem Tristan a fave
September 14th, 2025 04:26
sorenbarrett said:
In these few words lies volumes of deeper understanding. I am glad for the author\'s note that gives a key to those interested enough to think about the issue. We are quick to judge from our shoes never having stood in another\'s and that goes from the other side as well. Too much focus on guns and not on the fingers that pull the triggers. But then no one is interested in understanding either the motives or the consequences. A very thought provoking poem Tristan a fave
September 14th, 2025 04:26
Hate\'s Finality
Doggerel Dave said:
Really liked your commentary, Tristan. Below does not contradict your very humane analysis but are random thoughts which sprung up during my read.
Evil? depends on the circumstances. Depends who decides it is legitimate to kill another human being when and how. (Wars – always legitimate or not?)
I’ve always rejected the death penalty - which is very likely to be Tyler’s ultimate price.
He didn’t plan his exit strategy very well given he must have realized that his parents might turn him in.
Charlie Kirk died in perfect conformity with his aggressive beliefs surrounding the Second Amendment.
Hard to tell if this is a one off event or the start of multiple political assassinations. History does not give us much guidance or reassurance.………
September 14th, 2025 03:05
Doggerel Dave said:
Really liked your commentary, Tristan. Below does not contradict your very humane analysis but are random thoughts which sprung up during my read.
Evil? depends on the circumstances. Depends who decides it is legitimate to kill another human being when and how. (Wars – always legitimate or not?)
I’ve always rejected the death penalty - which is very likely to be Tyler’s ultimate price.
He didn’t plan his exit strategy very well given he must have realized that his parents might turn him in.
Charlie Kirk died in perfect conformity with his aggressive beliefs surrounding the Second Amendment.
Hard to tell if this is a one off event or the start of multiple political assassinations. History does not give us much guidance or reassurance.………
September 14th, 2025 03:05
Hate\'s Finality
orchidee said:
All that\'s needed is if a certain person changed that dodgy - wig, or rug on their head? If only it was that simple!
Not now Popeye, though you always want a look-in! lol.
September 14th, 2025 02:02
orchidee said:
All that\'s needed is if a certain person changed that dodgy - wig, or rug on their head? If only it was that simple!
Not now Popeye, though you always want a look-in! lol.
September 14th, 2025 02:02
Hate\'s Finality
Teddy.15 said:
he did what so many have done on the right side of politics, I don\'t condone violence either, and it\'s incredibly sad that a straight A student felt the need to do this, he wasn\'t even wearing disguise when he did it, maybe he himself knew how wrong he was, but it does show the very darkness of American politics and what it has come too, a great divide of two sides. For some Taylor will be a hero who stood up to Trump and his Corrupt team, who handle illegal immigrants including the children like they are dogs in the gutter, some even in cages? or that is what the media shows in Europe. Others will see Taylor as the worst person on earth. I feel Sorry that a young man who was truly smart has ruined his life for trite politics. ❤️
September 14th, 2025 01:56
Teddy.15 said:
he did what so many have done on the right side of politics, I don\'t condone violence either, and it\'s incredibly sad that a straight A student felt the need to do this, he wasn\'t even wearing disguise when he did it, maybe he himself knew how wrong he was, but it does show the very darkness of American politics and what it has come too, a great divide of two sides. For some Taylor will be a hero who stood up to Trump and his Corrupt team, who handle illegal immigrants including the children like they are dogs in the gutter, some even in cages? or that is what the media shows in Europe. Others will see Taylor as the worst person on earth. I feel Sorry that a young man who was truly smart has ruined his life for trite politics. ❤️
September 14th, 2025 01:56
Exsanguination Nation
Doggerel Dave said:
It\'s yer full on metaphor which I, with even me broken training wheels feel I might conceivably understand completely.....
Rhymer Dave categorically states it\'s about:
The state of play
In America today......... and almost everywhere else as well....
September 13th, 2025 16:51
Doggerel Dave said:
It\'s yer full on metaphor which I, with even me broken training wheels feel I might conceivably understand completely.....
Rhymer Dave categorically states it\'s about:
The state of play
In America today......... and almost everywhere else as well....
September 13th, 2025 16:51
Exsanguination Nation
Friendship said:
Your poem revolves around the inevitability of death and the omnipresence of mortality. It reflects on the fragility of life, the violence associated with death, and the pervasive nature of loss. The repeated imagery of blood and the snake serves as a metaphor for suffering, while the references to nature underscore the juxtaposition of life and death.
September 13th, 2025 14:47
Friendship said:
Your poem revolves around the inevitability of death and the omnipresence of mortality. It reflects on the fragility of life, the violence associated with death, and the pervasive nature of loss. The repeated imagery of blood and the snake serves as a metaphor for suffering, while the references to nature underscore the juxtaposition of life and death.
September 13th, 2025 14:47
Exsanguination Nation
orchidee said:
Ohh, Popeye will cheer us up. He\'ll show us.... I can\'t finish that! lol.
September 13th, 2025 10:36
orchidee said:
Ohh, Popeye will cheer us up. He\'ll show us.... I can\'t finish that! lol.
September 13th, 2025 10:36
Exsanguination Nation
Teddy.15 said:
I\'m not a fan of snakes in general although I\'ve handled a few 🌹 excellent dark imagery.
September 13th, 2025 10:06
Teddy.15 said:
I\'m not a fan of snakes in general although I\'ve handled a few 🌹 excellent dark imagery.
September 13th, 2025 10:06
Exsanguination Nation
sorenbarrett said:
This poem brings to mind several images. The snake on the banner (Don\'t tread on me, the severed snake representing that unity is important, the snake in the garden that tempted Eve and God said you will bruise his heel but he will crush your head) The serpent of the Mayan people. I remember grabbing a six foot rattler by the neck and couldn\'t turn loose out of fear of being bit till I could sever its head. There is an inbred fear of the serpent in man. This is a powerful write very symbolic.
September 13th, 2025 07:14
sorenbarrett said:
This poem brings to mind several images. The snake on the banner (Don\'t tread on me, the severed snake representing that unity is important, the snake in the garden that tempted Eve and God said you will bruise his heel but he will crush your head) The serpent of the Mayan people. I remember grabbing a six foot rattler by the neck and couldn\'t turn loose out of fear of being bit till I could sever its head. There is an inbred fear of the serpent in man. This is a powerful write very symbolic.
September 13th, 2025 07:14
Meditated Journeys
Teddy.15 said:
lol thank god he didn\'t die, what a boring world it would be without this most famous character 😈 when you die you know where Ibiza is right? Down 👇 stairs lol you are such fun dear Tristan, you know I\'m not religious so I\'m having some fun with this. 🌹
September 12th, 2025 15:11
Teddy.15 said:
lol thank god he didn\'t die, what a boring world it would be without this most famous character 😈 when you die you know where Ibiza is right? Down 👇 stairs lol you are such fun dear Tristan, you know I\'m not religious so I\'m having some fun with this. 🌹
September 12th, 2025 15:11
Meditated Journeys
NinjaGirl said:
This is really interesting! I would say that at the beginning, the high is sunshine and rainbows, but it sure can feel like hell. Drugs will never be for me!
September 12th, 2025 12:54
NinjaGirl said:
This is really interesting! I would say that at the beginning, the high is sunshine and rainbows, but it sure can feel like hell. Drugs will never be for me!
September 12th, 2025 12:54
Meditated Journeys
Priya Tomar said:
Nice poem full of striking imagery .
Well worded.
September 12th, 2025 12:08
Priya Tomar said:
Nice poem full of striking imagery .
Well worded.
September 12th, 2025 12:08
Meditated Journeys
Fina Elara 🌙 -Petra Patrice said:
Eye-opening and striking: “White horses with wings,
Gliding through white clouds,
And the presence of God
Beckoning me to kill the Devil.”
Repetition -“The Devil didn’t die” reinforces the persistence of inner demons.
Personification -Devil and God act as presences within the self.
Nicely written.
September 12th, 2025 11:06
Fina Elara 🌙 -Petra Patrice said:
Eye-opening and striking: “White horses with wings,
Gliding through white clouds,
And the presence of God
Beckoning me to kill the Devil.”
Repetition -“The Devil didn’t die” reinforces the persistence of inner demons.
Personification -Devil and God act as presences within the self.
Nicely written.
September 12th, 2025 11:06
Meditated Journeys
sorenbarrett said:
Aside from other meaning I find it most interesting the images of pots of gold at the end of rainbows winged Pegasus and God and the Devil all in the same category. It sends its message well. Lovely
September 12th, 2025 09:25
sorenbarrett said:
Aside from other meaning I find it most interesting the images of pots of gold at the end of rainbows winged Pegasus and God and the Devil all in the same category. It sends its message well. Lovely
September 12th, 2025 09:25
Meditated Journeys
Salvia.S said:
I really love this. It beautifully blends dreamlike imagery with a deeper inner struggle. The contrast between the peaceful visions and the lingering presence of the Devil makes it haunting and powerful. Very well written dearest Tittu 🌹 A fave ❤️
September 12th, 2025 08:49
Salvia.S said:
I really love this. It beautifully blends dreamlike imagery with a deeper inner struggle. The contrast between the peaceful visions and the lingering presence of the Devil makes it haunting and powerful. Very well written dearest Tittu 🌹 A fave ❤️
September 12th, 2025 08:49
Meditated Journeys
rebellion_in_sanity said:
I am alone at home, it\'s past dusk..dark. Sara Bereilles is singing Island on the stereo- a wistful, soulful song...and I am reading this poem. It slows down the time, and I read it again- \"Twisted path of the mind.
Peaceful visions of rainbows
And pots of gold.
Flying spirits circling around
The golden riches\". Hard to forget poem. One that demands repeated readings.
September 12th, 2025 08:13
rebellion_in_sanity said:
I am alone at home, it\'s past dusk..dark. Sara Bereilles is singing Island on the stereo- a wistful, soulful song...and I am reading this poem. It slows down the time, and I read it again- \"Twisted path of the mind.
Peaceful visions of rainbows
And pots of gold.
Flying spirits circling around
The golden riches\". Hard to forget poem. One that demands repeated readings.
September 12th, 2025 08:13
In This Land
Salvia.S said:
Your poem beautifully captures the struggle of finding meaning and freedom in a world filled with division, suffering, and illusion. It’s a powerful reflection on life, death, and the search for truth amid chaos. Very well written dearest Tittu 🌹 ❤️ A fave 🌹
September 11th, 2025 22:49
Salvia.S said:
Your poem beautifully captures the struggle of finding meaning and freedom in a world filled with division, suffering, and illusion. It’s a powerful reflection on life, death, and the search for truth amid chaos. Very well written dearest Tittu 🌹 ❤️ A fave 🌹
September 11th, 2025 22:49
The Sullen Swimmer
Salvia.S said:
This poem effectively conveys a feeling of quiet isolation. The language is expressive, and the mood is consistent throughout. It’s a thoughtful and engaging piece. Well done dearest Tittu 🌹❤️ A fave ❤️
September 11th, 2025 22:37
Salvia.S said:
This poem effectively conveys a feeling of quiet isolation. The language is expressive, and the mood is consistent throughout. It’s a thoughtful and engaging piece. Well done dearest Tittu 🌹❤️ A fave ❤️
September 11th, 2025 22:37
Under the Corn Moon Spell
Salvia.S said:
I absolutely love this poem — it resonated with me on such a deep level. The atmosphere, the raw emotion, the haunting transformation… it all comes together in such a powerful, unforgettable way. The final lines especially gave me chills — that twist with the blood-red moon being your own eyes is just brilliant. This isn’t just a poem; it feels like a dark myth or a vivid nightmare come to life. Truly unforgettable. Very well written dearest Tittu 🌹❤️ A fave for sure!!!!
September 11th, 2025 22:32
Salvia.S said:
I absolutely love this poem — it resonated with me on such a deep level. The atmosphere, the raw emotion, the haunting transformation… it all comes together in such a powerful, unforgettable way. The final lines especially gave me chills — that twist with the blood-red moon being your own eyes is just brilliant. This isn’t just a poem; it feels like a dark myth or a vivid nightmare come to life. Truly unforgettable. Very well written dearest Tittu 🌹❤️ A fave for sure!!!!
September 11th, 2025 22:32
In This Land
arqios said:
I must have jumped the gun on #tbt (throwback Thursday) with posting up \"the old home\" and \"child, ONE child.\" 🤣 This unflinching lament from 2011, is built on a chain of rhetorical questions and stark imagery that interrogates the human condition. It features a tone of relentless pessimism yet, its very persistence suggests a refusal to be numbed, making it both a cry for meaning as well as a declaration of despair.
September 11th, 2025 18:51
arqios said:
I must have jumped the gun on #tbt (throwback Thursday) with posting up \"the old home\" and \"child, ONE child.\" 🤣 This unflinching lament from 2011, is built on a chain of rhetorical questions and stark imagery that interrogates the human condition. It features a tone of relentless pessimism yet, its very persistence suggests a refusal to be numbed, making it both a cry for meaning as well as a declaration of despair.
September 11th, 2025 18:51
In This Land
NinjaGirl said:
Honestly, while I agree with this interpretation, I also find it comforting that there is a constant in life.
September 11th, 2025 18:15
NinjaGirl said:
Honestly, while I agree with this interpretation, I also find it comforting that there is a constant in life.
September 11th, 2025 18:15
In This Land
GenXer Shamrocker ☘️ said:
So much truth and knowledge here. Heavy hearts today for so many. Great write my friend 🙏
September 11th, 2025 17:21
GenXer Shamrocker ☘️ said:
So much truth and knowledge here. Heavy hearts today for so many. Great write my friend 🙏
September 11th, 2025 17:21
In This Land
Teddy.15 said:
We are now closer to world war 3 than we have ever been, this world is a dark place right now, and it\'s not just in America that theirs a great divide it\'s also in Europe. A profoundly powerful piece of poetry 🌹
September 11th, 2025 11:12
Teddy.15 said:
We are now closer to world war 3 than we have ever been, this world is a dark place right now, and it\'s not just in America that theirs a great divide it\'s also in Europe. A profoundly powerful piece of poetry 🌹
September 11th, 2025 11:12
In This Land
orchidee said:
In this land... lives Obi & Co. Well, Popeye had enough mentions. What do they do in the land? Don\'t answer that! lol.
September 11th, 2025 10:58
orchidee said:
In this land... lives Obi & Co. Well, Popeye had enough mentions. What do they do in the land? Don\'t answer that! lol.
September 11th, 2025 10:58
In This Land
sorenbarrett said:
A powerful poem with some great lines and concepts. One that stands out particularly to me is:
Who\'s free while still entombed?
Whose fears ever find release?
We are all exiled from the womb.
Death owns us, we have no peace.
Very nicely worded my friend
September 11th, 2025 08:44
sorenbarrett said:
A powerful poem with some great lines and concepts. One that stands out particularly to me is:
Who\'s free while still entombed?
Whose fears ever find release?
We are all exiled from the womb.
Death owns us, we have no peace.
Very nicely worded my friend
September 11th, 2025 08:44
Original Sin
NafisaSB said:
it is true that there are some such who breathe fire on all ordinary mortals with sad results
beautifully explained
September 11th, 2025 00:52
NafisaSB said:
it is true that there are some such who breathe fire on all ordinary mortals with sad results
beautifully explained
September 11th, 2025 00:52
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