A Poet's Perceptions

Reviews

[quinfinn]

you have expressed the poet heart beautifully here, frieda. and you have shown the reader a part of your inner being and challenged them to find you within themselves, clever moves which demonstrate a sharp mind and at the same time a deep and loving soul. i feel there is a little of each of us within each other if we only learn how to reach it. this is a glorious piece of personality, painted into a loving and soulful poem. very nice!

[Frieda P]

Exactly quin, that was what I was trying to say...you made it more simply understood. I think we all get a feel for one another through our writes, most poets let it all hang out, it's the passion of poetry. Thanks doll.

[Relic]

Wonderfully done.

[Frieda P]

Thanks Relics, glad you enjoyed it.

[Priscilla Sayers]

A wonderful piece, love!
The reality is we all perceive with jaded eyes. Our life experiences shaping them. Yet, a poet.... we are a different breed. For we open up to life, sinking our teeth in it until the blood runs dry.
I love that you ask how does the reader perceive YOU. That my friend is easy in the most complex ways one can be perceived. You are a sensitve soul, with a strong mind and a compassionate heart. You are one who lets laughter come freely, in times when others would be more compelled to shrink away and cry. You take pride in being a mother, the most gut wrenching, heart grinding job in the world. You see what is and what can be. Reality does not escape you but dreams take flight and you can soar to unlimited heights. You are a treasure to many.

[Frieda P]

Yes I do agree, we're a different breed entirely. Ha, I didn't expect free therapy with this write but thanks, I'll cancel my appointment next week! You're much too kind. ;-)

[Priscilla Sayers]

Lol... right! Can't contain my thoughts and you did open the door with the question.lol but hey, I can totally take over therapy;) Anytime and always free.haha.

[Frieda P]

I guess I did, I just wasn't expecting anyone to actually answer me! ha....but the therapy was nice, mine is actually a b***h on wheels ;-)

[Priscilla Sayers]

Mine was too! So.. I am my own therapist! Works out great.haha.
I actually felt like a palm reader person when I was answering, so I was cracking myself up but made sure I followed through. Its your vibe. Definitely your vibe...:)

[Frieda P]

Palm reader? So, you're a gypsy at heart, I knew I liked you! ;-)

[KurKota]

In the brief time I have had the privilege of knowing you on here, you impress me as a very sensitive and caring poet, that has many dimensions to your "self". You know them much better than I do, so I won't be presumtive to tell you what I think they are, other than I am honored and privileged that you feel you can tell me how crazed I am, and smile while you do it, and I can smile while you do it. Now THAT takes some real skill ! :)

[Frieda P]

Ha that made me laugh, I guess I went against the rules with that one eh? Thanks so much for your kindness, now that you told me that, you know I'll never stop bugging you, right? ;-P

[KurKota]

yup!.....and that I think of as a good thing, my friend!

[Jack...]

This is magnificent. I see a talented poet, someone who is in touch with life, love and the emotions that follow ambition. I see a person who hides behind sarcasm, but has a heart as big as can be. Someone who loves and needs love, wants love and desires it immensely, but holds back for fear of getting hurt. I see a great friend, someone who will be there when you need her. I see imagination uncompared, I see you Frieda and I am thankful that I do.

[Frieda P]

Sarcasm? You must have me mixed up with someone else. Seriously, you're too kind Jack, I'm humbled by this review...you have been helpful and a good friend here, I'm glad I met you. Thanks so much.

[Jack...]

I meant every word of it Frieda...

[CS]

I see you as a poet. Whatever you are besides that is your own business, I think. We all have reasons for what makes us write and why we write what we write and what life experiences have inspired us, but really, when it comes down to it, it is only poetry. Your motivations are your own and not for me to unravel. I just like to read poetry and write poetry. That is why I am here. I like to read your poetry :)

My two cents, from one poet to another.

I love this write, Frieda.

[Frieda P]

Thanks Courtney, I really wasn't expecting anyone to actually answer that question, it was rhetorical, but I do think we pick up the essence of people in there poetry...it might not always be the right read but we form an opinion through there words is what I was trying to say...thanks so much for your review.

[David Scott]

The write was good. Many poets will relate to this statement individualism within the expression of universal perceptions.
Yes, you are seen as who you are as well as who you are not. Like IRL, we are seen as better, worse, and with realistic fairness too. The vision is always filtered throughbthe mind and experience of the observer. Too be known is too be willing to be transparent, and willing to be a patient teacher as well.
Your wonderful.

[Frieda P]

Thanks David, I love your review, very insightful...yes filtered, but I still think we get a feel for people more so through their words and style here than IRL....that's basically what I was trying to say. You're wonderful too. :-)

[John Alexander McFadyen]

Perhaps

[MOON]

Poetry lights the dark places, gives us a voice connects us to others and it's really our deepest parts exposed . Lovely write written from the heart.

[Frieda P]

Thanks Moon, I think so too, couldn't agree more.

[C.C. Marx]

When I read your work, I see all the different friedas that all add up to one unique individual. I see someone who is not afraid to share her emotions, but she is also playful and silly. I see someone strong, someone who has been through a lot but never let it get her down. A character, a crazy outspoken person who always speaks her mind, never censoring her true thoughts. Lastly, I see a mother whose children mean the world to her, almost as much as her pen and paper ;) (seeing how read request you send out a day). Your work never fails to capture and reflect who you are as a person. Great write!!!

[Frieda P]

I'm not sure if I should be scared or hug you for that....!! Thanks so much C, you've made my night!

[C.C. Marx]

Maybe a little of both ;) , I'm just a tad too perceptive sometimes haha awww I'm glad it was completely and utterly my pleasure!!

[Frieda P]

You're too sweet, ya know that?! :-)

[C.C. Marx]

As sweet as honey ;) at least that's what try to convince people......

[Frieda P]

I'm sure that honey has some flecks of hot pepper in it too.... ;-)

[C.C. Marx]

Maybe a little Chili pepper in there as well, you never know :p

[Frieda P]

I read you as above a Habanero hot lol

[C.C. Marx]

Most definitely, those things cant burn you taste buds for good!! But you griefs are more of a naga Bhut jolokia Chili pepler

[C.C. Marx]

*frieda (I swear auto correct will be the death of me)

[Frieda P]

NO WAY JOSE, that's like a million the scoville scale!! Have you eaten one of those suckers??

[C.C. Marx]

Nada amiga even I'm not that crazy!! I think I will stick to my wimpy Chili peppers and leave those to the craziest ;pp

[Frieda P]

Seriously, have you ever seen that old guy on youtube, he looks like he's gonna die....

[C.C. Marx]

Never have I ever! Might go check that out :)

[Robbie~xoxo~]

I would dive off a cliff (with you, anytime)...
That is the beauty of Poetry, Literature, reading and writing connects us..in ways unimaginable, I see your soul. It's hard to explain, unless you can truly allow yourself to be free, to open the window of your mind and see the beauty of it all...to see the "colors" of (((you))). Wonderful write...well penned!

[Frieda P]

Awh, we'd be great at cliff diving together! I do think we get a special glimpse of people through their writing...thanks so much Robbie!