Monogram Ring Comments

Nika! the imagery in this poem is stunning. I don't mean the meaning which is heartfelt and poignant (more about that later) . I mean the craft of imagery you display in the poem. You are in complete command of tone in this poem because you created a web of images that carry the reader forward. I felt the deep meaning of this poem has to do with PRIDE OF BEING - of being who you are in the truest sense, but you don't say that directly, your imagery does it for you in the genuine way that a poem communicates. This is a self-portrait poem without a trace of egoism. Every reader will find her/himself in the issues you raise about yourself; it's a universal poem in its reach, its stretch of meaning. Mulling over its meaning improves my image of myself. That your gift to the reader.

Swimming in the sea of significance!

Yes Nika. A persons name means a lot and it’s music to your ears when your name is called by the one who loves you.