Weekly Contest Winners 6/6/2011!

Thank you for all the nominating, voting, and commenting that went on this week! I actually love seeing all the honourable mentions... they are a good representation of a wide variety of poets and styles. Keep it up!

-Sibyllene

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Arcane by Thomas

"This poet has become one of my favorites. Seems as though each new poem brings another view into an poetic venture filled with uniqueness. I did feel this poem could have been placed in the love category. The closing line was quite breathtaking. Lovely, absolutely lovely." (10)

Arcane by Thomas (10)

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Insignificance by Courageous Dreamer

"Again the writer uses nature to create beautiful imagery into the readers mind. I found myself enchanted by the image of copper leaves skimming cement, and the idea of wind chimes created an elegant sound into my mind and worked with creating the tone of the piece. The only thing I suggest for this poem is the fact I didn't feel the last line was necessary, you already mentioned insignificance in the last line of the first stanza and I assume you are probably going for repetition but it wasn't needed as the reader has already grasped the concept of the poem by the time they get to the ending.

To elaborate on what I said last week, I liked the contrast between the natural and built environment, I felt as though these attributes were a metaphor for he and you. The emotion is strong within the first stanza, it felt as though you were speaking from such loneliness and your words were almost cold. An expressive piece." (10)

"The word traipse is very relative to the title of the poem and the insertion of the word brings the message full circle. I did have one small stumble in the poem, I feel the word should have been bound not bounded. Just a small stumble for reading it aloud. Very nice poem, though I certainly hope the poet does not feel insignificant with this write as it is quite creative." (7)

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When Time Frowns by Lonely Rider

"This poem was a delight to read. I was intrigued most by the imagery, the poet uses excellent word choice in order to depict such stunning and delicate images to my mind. I liked the subtle rhyme, too often is it easy to get caught up rhyming common words together, especially with a formed poem, however you went beyond this and the subtle rhyme really helped create a smooth flow. An emotive piece with an unexpected ending." (7)

"I think the biggest boost I have received from this poet is my exposure to poetry forms. Not only she excels in every form she tries but also at portraying strong genuine emotions and her point of view through her precise choice of words that gets her message across dashingly." (4)

"I do wish you would have included the form beside the title. I think it would draw in more lovers of form than not. The poem itself is done exquisitely. Short enough to draw a point and long enough to entrance the reader. Very well done." (4)

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Beauty Never Fades by Lady Aureus Argentum

"One of the keys to having an elegant piece is a perfect choice of word, which can be found in this piece. The message and emotions behind this piece are well-defined and with clarity. I consider her as one of the best love poets this site has ever had." (10)

I shall Charm Fate by Karla

"As we already noticed, the subtle though unusual rhyme scheme has been employed in this piece, nonetheless, turned out to be an accomplishment. And it is perhaps the meter that has given such prominence within the entire piece as it leaps. I however am disappointed that for whatever reason, this poet chose a weak line to end this piece." (7)

To Dream of Plains by Thomas Pender (7)

Self Censored by Britt

"It's not too often you find a poem that has been built with such a concept and that's what intrigued me. I was captured by the simplicity of the piece and yet the wisdom behind the words. I don't think it was intentional but I enjoyed the subtle rhyme in the second stanza, even if it was only brief and didn't continue throughout the poem, it helped change the tone within that moment. This poem is sincere and sweet. Even though this poem is considered sad I felt it radiate with love and the things we do to keep the one we love happy." (4)

These Days. by Fat Giraffe (4)

Congrats winners! Thank you judges for your hard work and for the HM. Thanks Sibby :)

Congrats to all.

Congraaattsss well deserved, amazing picks, just like expected :)

Well done for both winners and HMS

Congrates u guuuuys :)

Congratulations! Excellent work!

Thank you everyone. Congrats Tom & Raj, lovely poems. Wonderful HM's as well.

Congrats to all!

Congratulations winners and HM :)
and thanks a lot :)

Congrats winners!

Congratulations to the winners, as well as to those who were nominated!
Thanks to the judges.

Congratulations to all

Congrats everyone!

Thanks everyone and congrats to Temps, Raj, all of the HM's and anyone who was nominated. Also, thank you to the judges.