A Streetwalker Named Desire- (Part 1) Comments

this is really touching, full of compassion and empathy. i will read the others next time,10

Dear D, after a long time I read such a beautifull and touchy piece. I say it is poetry.Thanks a lot for sharing.

This is a very interesting text. I like it plenty. Would you say that the title, an alteration on Williams's epic play has something to do with the content of what you're saying in your poem? Do you see Blanche as a prostitute perhaps?

Thankyou so much for providing insight into the matters of prostitution.

Dee, this is indeed a sad reality; good people are often without guidance. Nice work.

Dee, you have brought real character to this person. She is in a sad position of which many people frown on. Here you have brought out the other side of this woman of the street, something a lot of others don't. It is not easy to get inside a person and bring out their feeling. You have done that here though. A great job of writing, powerful, sad, but brilliant. Thanks for sharing it. David

To be forced by poverty in such a situation is tragic and destructive, and a poor reflection on those who have the power to alleviate the situation. An issue that needs constant highlighting until action is taken. Valuable work Dee. xx jim

A dreadful situation but you write it with compassion, you can see this from the girl's point of view, not from a 'holier than thou' point of view! Very good work. HG: -) xx

It's such a sad situation, I see these girls quite often and sometimes only one a dark lonely street, all dressed up in short skirts, high heels, red lips etc. with a smile on their faces, while they hurt terribly inside at what they do for a living, some to support their children and others to support a drug habit. I always feel I would like to take one home and help her get back on track, then my thoughts come back to reality. Excellent poem, spot on, all we can do for now is pray for these girls and guys.---Melvina---

Excellent write Dee. This is a great poem. What a message. Take care.

Opening stanza gripped my attention I was impressed by your compassion and non judgemental stance ivor

A very intrigueing read. Dirty words-ALL RIGHT! At least we know this poem isn't rated G. Good poem Dee. God bless all poets-MJG.

Very interesting topic written with compassion. I particularly liked the last verse. love, Allie xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx

It's so sad...I think I'm about to cry. I love it. Can't wait for Part 2! Rock on! Eni da Kid (my nickname)

Well Dee Darling, nice read, Ya a lot of that in Amsterdam we see it everyday, part of life, sounds like you drive by the same girl? Kiss dave very good xxx

Women tend to be condemned and scorned in such circumstances, but they are only doing what the men want and often out of desperation. No one aspires to live this way. It is dangerous, dehumanizing, and sad. You have captured the women's anguish well. I have already read part 2 and will comment there.

Dee, unaware of their circumstances, we tend to judge people. Nice job of expanding the story beyond the streets and humanizing the character. Well done! Brian

A compelling narrative Dee, raw and edgy - I await part two...Warmest wishes, Justine.

Liked your short, fast rhymes in this. Looking forward to part 2. -chuck

A very good poem and really sad. I raised my children alone and guess I would have done anything to see that they were fed. I really related to this. I worked two jobs, one to pay the babysitter and one to eat and pay rent. the kids daddy ran off and could have cared less. Thank you for writing such a good heart felt poem. Warmest Regards, Donna Nimmo