A Presentiment Comments
'Oh father, let us hence--for hark,
A fearful murmur shakes the air.
The clouds are coming swift and dark:--
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5 Stars for this absolute lovely poem, excellent rhyme and rhythm I have enjoyed immensely
What a magnificent poem about kids. Truly well observed by the great poet. Perfect rhyme and rhythm
Deeply moving and so poignant imbued with a meaningful message. Brilliantly presented with great poetic skill.
'Close to his ear the thunder broke, And, blasted by the flame, The child lay dead; while dark and still, Swept the grim cloud along the hill' - very pathetic! Congratulations on the poem's selection as the 'Classic Poem of the Day'!
It's really a good rhyming sestet poem- ababcc; where poet presented the struggle of family living on a cloudy hill; superb presentiment- lovely to read
An easy to understand poem, with an apt title. Thanks, Adrian Flett, for your wonderful explanation.
A fine story with a dialogue and a narrative as if coming out of a tragic-drama. Quite heart touching. Thanks.
Haste! Taste! ! Let us fly! ! ! Thanks for sharing this poem with us.
A poem of rhyme and rhythm and a message to tell. Elders often think they know better. The truth is children keep their minds open to senses beyond the normal five.
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7/18/2025 9:54:50 PM # 1.0.0
A very suitable Title for this excellent poem, have I put 5 Stars full? Oh yes of course!