Life Just Knocks Me Down Comments

A powerful piece of work Ernestine, born out of tragedy. Love Andrew xxx

The mask is worn by so many Ernestine, you are not alone.All are guilty from one time or another.Strange title to this though, as you just pick me up.Love Duncan

This is really good inner dramatic monologue with fantastic use of enjambment to create a hesitancy and give the lines more sharpness. It gave me that 'I've been there before' feel.

You have expressed the ache so well: other avenues. If we all had the acceptance of the girl on your Sampler poem!

The honesty is refreshing. The couplets are very strong. Daniel

This is a good poem, Ernestine. The 'mask' reminded me of my sonnet, 'Young Widow.' There are times when we wear a mask, but must remove it at the end of the day when we climb into a lonely bed. Don't let life keep you down! Raynette

...and then, somehow, we get up again. avr

The sad and hurtful poems tend to be the best, good write.

Yes, heartfelt, realistic. I would change the last line though. Too pessimistic, the word never. Best H

Very heartfelt poem Ernestine. You know I share these 'down-days' with you. I hope your day goes better than this! Sincerely, Mary