Sunday, January 4, 2009

.the Other Man’s Shoes Comments

Rating: 3.5

A friend drew me aside one day
And, in me did confide
Of problems with a wayward Son
Such as he could scarce abide
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C R Clark
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Ivor Hogg 17 January 2009

Giving advice is a dangerous practice brcause you see from a different viewpoint so your words lack relevance. Best to listen patiently sympathise and nod wisely

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John Smith 17 January 2009

Lovely flow and beautiful rhythm. Great poem.

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Anita Atina 17 January 2009

Amazing poem Richard, wise and thoughtful; flows like a river.

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C. P. Sharma 10 January 2009

Richard, Your poem flashed back to my mind Oliver Goldsmith's 'An Elegy on the Death of a Mad Dog' that I read several decades ago. You have written it in such a natural and lucid style that it straight way impresses the mind and heart. Wisdom and art are beautifully combined into your poem. It was pure enjoyment reading it. CP

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Bob Blackwell 07 January 2009

Great poem, with very good advice for all who read. Bob

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Andrew Blakemore 06 January 2009

A wonderful poem Richard, great idea and developed with skill. Best wishes, Andrew

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Thad Wilk 04 January 2009

Splendid poem Richard! ! It's best not to give advice to friends, unless you've worn that persons shoes, it might seem the thing to do 'at the time', but in the end - you loose.. Best regards! ! *10*! ! Friend Thad

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