Comments received on poems by Tristan Robert Lange
Love Costs
Teddy.15 said:
A wonderful title and an incredible write, some amazing lines in here and your last line is definitely a kudos. ๐น
February 15th, 2026 11:25
Teddy.15 said:
A wonderful title and an incredible write, some amazing lines in here and your last line is definitely a kudos. ๐น
February 15th, 2026 11:25
Love Costs
orchidee said:
That\'s the trouble - religiosity. From a commentary: Some of Jesus\' sharpest words were to the \'religious\' leaders of his day.
P and Co \'religiously\' continue. Continue what? Don\'t answer that! lol.
February 15th, 2026 10:51
orchidee said:
That\'s the trouble - religiosity. From a commentary: Some of Jesus\' sharpest words were to the \'religious\' leaders of his day.
P and Co \'religiously\' continue. Continue what? Don\'t answer that! lol.
February 15th, 2026 10:51
Love Costs
sorenbarrett said:
Magnificent Tristan, some wonderful lines here
\"And holiness is measured by
Righteousness over religiosity.\"
So true but the one that struck hardest
\"Measured by their faithfulness to love,
Every disciple follows the Teacher,
Regardless of the personal cost.
Only love will win out in the end.\"
It is in that four letter word that comes another, hope. Hope for the individual and the species. A fave
February 15th, 2026 09:29
sorenbarrett said:
Magnificent Tristan, some wonderful lines here
\"And holiness is measured by
Righteousness over religiosity.\"
So true but the one that struck hardest
\"Measured by their faithfulness to love,
Every disciple follows the Teacher,
Regardless of the personal cost.
Only love will win out in the end.\"
It is in that four letter word that comes another, hope. Hope for the individual and the species. A fave
February 15th, 2026 09:29
Love Costs
Friendship said:
Well done. Your poem addresses themes of spirituality, justice, and the essence of true holiness. It critiques superficial religiosity and advocates for a practice of faith that is deeply rooted in love, dignity, and social justice.
February 15th, 2026 09:21
Friendship said:
Well done. Your poem addresses themes of spirituality, justice, and the essence of true holiness. It critiques superficial religiosity and advocates for a practice of faith that is deeply rooted in love, dignity, and social justice.
February 15th, 2026 09:21
Death Rattle
Thomas W Case said:
Sharp and rawโlike a fist punching through the gray.
Youโre done with waiting; now youโre carving truth from the rot.
February 15th, 2026 09:06
Thomas W Case said:
Sharp and rawโlike a fist punching through the gray.
Youโre done with waiting; now youโre carving truth from the rot.
February 15th, 2026 09:06
Death Rattle
rebellion_in_sanity said:
I kept on muttering to myself \'yes\' with every line I read. Great work. But a bit of pessimism swam into my mind - Entropy (which has a habit of increasing only)
February 15th, 2026 08:29
rebellion_in_sanity said:
I kept on muttering to myself \'yes\' with every line I read. Great work. But a bit of pessimism swam into my mind - Entropy (which has a habit of increasing only)
February 15th, 2026 08:29
Death Rattle
cellinic said:
A wonderful, sincere write. With deeply expressed emotions and feelings, clearly realized thoughts) Best wishes, a fave, my friend.
February 15th, 2026 01:48
cellinic said:
A wonderful, sincere write. With deeply expressed emotions and feelings, clearly realized thoughts) Best wishes, a fave, my friend.
February 15th, 2026 01:48
Death Rattle
Teddy.15 said:
This could be relatable to anything in our world because it\'s how I feel right now, I\'d say it may be about the USA that\'s the vibe I\'m getting, but like I say it\'s absolutely relatable to so many things. Super emotional write. ๐น
February 14th, 2026 12:32
Teddy.15 said:
This could be relatable to anything in our world because it\'s how I feel right now, I\'d say it may be about the USA that\'s the vibe I\'m getting, but like I say it\'s absolutely relatable to so many things. Super emotional write. ๐น
February 14th, 2026 12:32
Death Rattle
sorenbarrett said:
Tristan this poem shows a climb out of darkness a rebellion against futility and a declaration of calling a spade a spade despite the cost. Powerful and well said.
February 14th, 2026 10:24
sorenbarrett said:
Tristan this poem shows a climb out of darkness a rebellion against futility and a declaration of calling a spade a spade despite the cost. Powerful and well said.
February 14th, 2026 10:24
Death Rattle
orchidee said:
Good write T. Wait - we hear, not a death rattle, but a glugging sound. We knew it would be! lol.
February 14th, 2026 10:07
orchidee said:
Good write T. Wait - we hear, not a death rattle, but a glugging sound. We knew it would be! lol.
February 14th, 2026 10:07
Death Rattle
Friendship said:
Well expressed a feeling of loss, yet hope. Your poem revolves around the struggle against despair and the desire for liberation from oppressive circumstances. It captures a journey from hopelessness to empowerment, emphasizing the importance of self-realization and rebellion against a tormenting existence. Yet it also addresses themes of suffering, resilience, and transformation. It reflects on the futility of wishing for unattainable things, the pain of lost dreams, and the awakening of a rebellious spirit that seeks truth and freedom.
February 14th, 2026 09:49
Friendship said:
Well expressed a feeling of loss, yet hope. Your poem revolves around the struggle against despair and the desire for liberation from oppressive circumstances. It captures a journey from hopelessness to empowerment, emphasizing the importance of self-realization and rebellion against a tormenting existence. Yet it also addresses themes of suffering, resilience, and transformation. It reflects on the futility of wishing for unattainable things, the pain of lost dreams, and the awakening of a rebellious spirit that seeks truth and freedom.
February 14th, 2026 09:49
the cutting room floor
๐ฑ๐ช๐๐ต๐ฎ๐ฒ๐ฐ๐ฑ said:
dark and moody on friday the 13th, a fave ๐ท
February 13th, 2026 16:22
๐ฑ๐ช๐๐ต๐ฎ๐ฒ๐ฐ๐ฑ said:
dark and moody on friday the 13th, a fave ๐ท
February 13th, 2026 16:22
the cutting room floor
Paul Bell said:
Death by a thousand cuts, and that was just the dyslexic barber.
Happy endings have been replaced by violent sequels, even James Bond has no time for kissing now.
Mind you, going to the local shops can get you killed if you\'re smiling too much these days.
February 13th, 2026 13:17
Paul Bell said:
Death by a thousand cuts, and that was just the dyslexic barber.
Happy endings have been replaced by violent sequels, even James Bond has no time for kissing now.
Mind you, going to the local shops can get you killed if you\'re smiling too much these days.
February 13th, 2026 13:17
the cutting room floor
orchidee said:
Good write T. But heck, in a film about P & co, so much had to be cut out of the film that there\'s only 1% of it left - 1 minute of film, that is, as it was 100 minutes long originally! lol. They\'ve edited it to its full length though, with stores of knitting, spinach recipes, and sabre/sword fighting! lol.
What ARE we talking about? What an obscure comment. Sadly, don\'t answer that! lol.
February 13th, 2026 12:27
orchidee said:
Good write T. But heck, in a film about P & co, so much had to be cut out of the film that there\'s only 1% of it left - 1 minute of film, that is, as it was 100 minutes long originally! lol. They\'ve edited it to its full length though, with stores of knitting, spinach recipes, and sabre/sword fighting! lol.
What ARE we talking about? What an obscure comment. Sadly, don\'t answer that! lol.
February 13th, 2026 12:27
the cutting room floor
Friendship said:
Your poem magnificently captures the profound exploration of identity, memory, and the enthralling dance between personal history and societal expectations, boldly critiquing the superficial facade of happiness often portrayed in movies and poignantly suggesting that authentic experiences and emotions are frequently discarded, much like the powerful metaphor of footage on the cutting room floor serves to illuminate the often-overlooked yet vital aspects of life and identity.
February 13th, 2026 12:02
Friendship said:
Your poem magnificently captures the profound exploration of identity, memory, and the enthralling dance between personal history and societal expectations, boldly critiquing the superficial facade of happiness often portrayed in movies and poignantly suggesting that authentic experiences and emotions are frequently discarded, much like the powerful metaphor of footage on the cutting room floor serves to illuminate the often-overlooked yet vital aspects of life and identity.
February 13th, 2026 12:02
the cutting room floor
sorenbarrett said:
A thought provoking poem about the present state of affairs. It does seem that people are action, sex, blood thirsty, violent junkies. There is little interest of patience for anything else. Even in poetry my most highly rated poems by independent judges even AI are read the least while those catered to common interests with low ratings are read the most. It goes to show Tristan that marketing is everything and a flamboyant show of death, sex, violence and dark endings are what people want to see. A wonderful eye opening write
February 13th, 2026 11:21
sorenbarrett said:
A thought provoking poem about the present state of affairs. It does seem that people are action, sex, blood thirsty, violent junkies. There is little interest of patience for anything else. Even in poetry my most highly rated poems by independent judges even AI are read the least while those catered to common interests with low ratings are read the most. It goes to show Tristan that marketing is everything and a flamboyant show of death, sex, violence and dark endings are what people want to see. A wonderful eye opening write
February 13th, 2026 11:21
the cutting room floor
Teddy.15 said:
Ah I love the mystery left at the end, I would say that each individual has their own idea of what a happy ending should be. Dark or light nothing is wrong depends on our taste. ๐น
February 13th, 2026 11:09
Teddy.15 said:
Ah I love the mystery left at the end, I would say that each individual has their own idea of what a happy ending should be. Dark or light nothing is wrong depends on our taste. ๐น
February 13th, 2026 11:09
fire away
Paul Bell said:
I thought transparency had been removed from the dictionary, certainly been sidelined.
We live in a world of lies that takes half the day to decipher only to be replaced with more lies.
I\'m thinking this shield is nuclear proof.
February 13th, 2026 04:37
Paul Bell said:
I thought transparency had been removed from the dictionary, certainly been sidelined.
We live in a world of lies that takes half the day to decipher only to be replaced with more lies.
I\'m thinking this shield is nuclear proof.
February 13th, 2026 04:37
fire away
orchidee said:
Good write T. You\'ll need that shield if you hear a glugging sound. Why will you need a shield? Don\'t answer that! lol.
February 12th, 2026 11:06
orchidee said:
Good write T. You\'ll need that shield if you hear a glugging sound. Why will you need a shield? Don\'t answer that! lol.
February 12th, 2026 11:06
fire away
Friendship said:
Well written.Triatan.Your poem \"Part of the ongoing series: The Rutted Road\" revolves around the struggle for authenticity and resilience in a world that often feels confusing and oppressive. The poet explores themes of transparency, integrity, and hope, juxtaposed with the harsh realities of life that can feel like thorns or painful obstacles.
February 12th, 2026 10:39
Friendship said:
Well written.Triatan.Your poem \"Part of the ongoing series: The Rutted Road\" revolves around the struggle for authenticity and resilience in a world that often feels confusing and oppressive. The poet explores themes of transparency, integrity, and hope, juxtaposed with the harsh realities of life that can feel like thorns or painful obstacles.
February 12th, 2026 10:39
fire away
Teddy.15 said:
Oh I think this is one of my favourites from you,
Love the fact you are never giving up.
but my hope is a
shield
built for missile
deflection.
fire away
Wonderful words. ๐น
February 12th, 2026 10:33
Teddy.15 said:
Oh I think this is one of my favourites from you,
Love the fact you are never giving up.
but my hope is a
shield
built for missile
deflection.
fire away
Wonderful words. ๐น
February 12th, 2026 10:33
fire away
sorenbarrett said:
Indeed in this world of enigma we are asked to be ourselves and honest at that in a society of lies. Hope so easily dashed in some is a shield indeed. Some are not to be overthrown and succumb to such threats but will stand in the face of adversity, opposition and denial they are the strong and true heroes
February 12th, 2026 10:26
sorenbarrett said:
Indeed in this world of enigma we are asked to be ourselves and honest at that in a society of lies. Hope so easily dashed in some is a shield indeed. Some are not to be overthrown and succumb to such threats but will stand in the face of adversity, opposition and denial they are the strong and true heroes
February 12th, 2026 10:26
A Measured Mirror
Teddy.15 said:
Sounds dramatic but the mirror is one of the hardest things a human can face at least at times. Most wonderful poem. ๐น
February 12th, 2026 09:40
Teddy.15 said:
Sounds dramatic but the mirror is one of the hardest things a human can face at least at times. Most wonderful poem. ๐น
February 12th, 2026 09:40
A Measured Mirror
NinjaGirl said:
I can always count on you to teach me at least one new vocabulary word...! \"to speak truth is to speak violence against oneself in a world of dishonest delusions\" I like this line a lot, I interpret it as speaking the truth will bring the violence of others upon us. In a poem that leaves me wondering what the truth is...truly fantastic work!
February 11th, 2026 22:16
NinjaGirl said:
I can always count on you to teach me at least one new vocabulary word...! \"to speak truth is to speak violence against oneself in a world of dishonest delusions\" I like this line a lot, I interpret it as speaking the truth will bring the violence of others upon us. In a poem that leaves me wondering what the truth is...truly fantastic work!
February 11th, 2026 22:16
A Measured Mirror
Neville said:
Your medusa oblongata just made my medulla oblongata wince big time .. but if you are write, then I shall have to re-think where I hid my serpentine straws ๐ชฐ๐โโฌ๐ฆโโฌ๐ค๐ง๐
February 11th, 2026 11:53
Neville said:
Your medusa oblongata just made my medulla oblongata wince big time .. but if you are write, then I shall have to re-think where I hid my serpentine straws ๐ชฐ๐โโฌ๐ฆโโฌ๐ค๐ง๐
February 11th, 2026 11:53
A Measured Mirror
sorenbarrett said:
Love the visual with this that is as complex as the poem itself. They appear human shadow hour glasses draining words to mark the time. This one Tristan holds so many metaphors and symbols that it boggles the mind much as modern society does. This image then might be a mirror image as well where truth becomes its obverse and one can not be told from another. I\'m giving a fave for the ingenious design of this whole poem
February 11th, 2026 10:26
sorenbarrett said:
Love the visual with this that is as complex as the poem itself. They appear human shadow hour glasses draining words to mark the time. This one Tristan holds so many metaphors and symbols that it boggles the mind much as modern society does. This image then might be a mirror image as well where truth becomes its obverse and one can not be told from another. I\'m giving a fave for the ingenious design of this whole poem
February 11th, 2026 10:26
A Measured Mirror
Friendship said:
You really made me think about this poem. Well done. This poem explores the complexity of truth, memory, and the struggle for clarity in a world filled with deception and ambiguity. It contrasts the weight of buried memories and the inevitability of facing uncomfortable truths with the illusions and lies that often dominate human experience. Yet the poet delves into existential themes of knowledge, self-awareness, and the consequences of disregarding truth in favor of comfort.
February 11th, 2026 10:26
Friendship said:
You really made me think about this poem. Well done. This poem explores the complexity of truth, memory, and the struggle for clarity in a world filled with deception and ambiguity. It contrasts the weight of buried memories and the inevitability of facing uncomfortable truths with the illusions and lies that often dominate human experience. Yet the poet delves into existential themes of knowledge, self-awareness, and the consequences of disregarding truth in favor of comfort.
February 11th, 2026 10:26
skipping stones
Mutley Ravishes said:
You`re on an Odyssey, Tristan! Ain`t that a trip? Gotta admit, I like it, when you venture down these paths.
February 10th, 2026 20:25
Mutley Ravishes said:
You`re on an Odyssey, Tristan! Ain`t that a trip? Gotta admit, I like it, when you venture down these paths.
February 10th, 2026 20:25
skipping stones
orchidee said:
Good write T. That glugger been exiled?! lol.
February 10th, 2026 10:55
orchidee said:
Good write T. That glugger been exiled?! lol.
February 10th, 2026 10:55
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