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Poetry Reviews

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Poetry Reviews of Elle Smith - Contemporary UK Poet

21 October 2018 Published in POETS The Originals on Google+ Yesterday, Today and Tomorrow which was written by Elle sometime ago.

Elle says:

An original poem describing those thoughts and inner feelings about the soulmate with whom we connect, and is often the case, drift away from such is the timing of these deeply connected relationships.

This poem was one written with such simplicity that I did not believe it was complex enough to convey the depth and intensity of connection in this love relationship. However, some time after writing this poem, I noted people had been visiting the page on my website. My thoughts were than this was probably random or a mistake, so it was great to have the validation of this poem winning the First Place in the Voices of Lincoln Poetry Contest in 2018. I am truly honoured!!!

Comments:

" yes it resonates!"

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" L'amour se nourrit d'espoir. Belles lignes."

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" So very beautiful!"

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24 September 2017 Published in POETS The Originals on Google+ A Right Time to Die which was written on 20 September 2017.

Elle says:

'This poem was all about that certainty we all face from the moment we are born. We often debate whether we have a choice as to when this occurs, and in certain senses we do as we are given a perfect life, and have the choice as to how we care, nurture and simply live that life on a day to day basis. Well, this poem challenges death on a certain night and wins the day. A humorous write about death and out-of-body experiences, which will make you chuckle and offer warm inspiration at the same time.'

Comments:

"Wow +Inspired by Elle. Having had a near death experience I can totally relate to this write. But you describe so beautifully :) An inspiring write :) "

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"Death cannot take you,
unless you give up the fight,
and so I battled,
throughout the night.

it says all...profound and heartfelt write. +Inspired by Elle "

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" wow! a very heartfelt write Elle... I m touched :) "

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17 September 2017 Published in POETS The Originals on Google+ Monsters in the Room, which was written in July 2017.

Elle says:

'Life nowadays is full of 'monsters in the room', we all know they are there and that these topics have an unwritten code that you do not speak about them. However, equally important a consideration is just how many 'monsters' you can co-exist with, before they start to infringe on your space and your life. Maybe them just being there, does impact on us but we do not make the connection or even have the time to reflect on their impact. This poem prompts you to reflect, as we are seeing people with greater stress levels, and even mental health issues so maybe there is a connection.'

Comments:

"Beautifully done Elle! 🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹 "

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"Wow! Beautiful write Elle...deep piece :) "

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10 September 2017 Published in POETS The Originals on Google+ Once in a Lifetime, which was written on 8 September 2017.

Elle says:

"This poem was inspired by the need to redress the imbalance caused by writing 'My Wonder Woman', as many women search throughout their lives for Mr Right, also known as the 'man of their dreams' and 'Princess Charming'. I wanted to sum up those amazing feelings and emotions we experience when we meet him. Hopefully, I did those Men from Mars justice!! LOL

Comments:

"This is a beautiful poem +Inspired by Elle enjoyed :)"

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"A beautiful write +Inspired by Elle :) :)"

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"Lovely"

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13 August 2017 - Published in POETS The Originals #POETSFLASHBACKWEEKEND on Google+ 'Love Captured on Film'.

Elle says:

"We all have photographs or images which we bring out and take a glimpse of, to remind of us of someone special that we lost along life's path. This poem describes using a photograph not only the loss but how images can take us back in time."

Comments:

"Beautiful write about loss of love expressed through a photograph"

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"Beautiful and heartfelt write dear. I'm touched."

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13 August 2017 - Published in POETS The Originals Group on Google+ 'Fireworks Inside Me', which was written on 10 August 2017.

Elle says:

"We have all had the sudden rush of emotions, and sheer elation as we meet someone and fall in love. Difficult to describe in words, well....I think not as fireworks exploding inside you as that person rockets to pole position in your heart does seem to do it!"

Comments:

"Ooo lovely fireworks and the exploding heart! Magnificent +Inspired by Elle :) all starting with a spark(ler) lovely :)"

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"So nice!!"

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"Nice sparkling lines"

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"I love this, the thought behind each stanza and each simile and the imagery is brilliant +Inspired by Elle
A personal all invite to participate in this weeks line prompt Elle "

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"Beautiful lines...😃 "

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"It tickles as it reminds u of d things u dd when u first fell. beautifull*** "

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"Lovely."

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"Fantastic +Inspired by Elle "

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"Wow!! Beautiful fireworks and lovely words. I really loved this. U r my mod pick !!😊
+Inspired by Elle "

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"Congrats. It's nice 😊 "

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GREAT NEWS!!! 'Fireworks Inside Me' was today (14 August 2017) chosen by a Moderator of POETS The Originals Google+ Group as their Pick of the Day:

"Congratulations +Inspired by Elle :) bellissimo! "

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"Congratulations"

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"Congratulations!!!!"

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21 May 2017 - Published in POETS The Originals Group on Google+ 'Little Things', which was written on 19 May 2017.

Elle says:

"Often we miss the "Little Things' and focus on things that society informs as being expected or normal within our relationships. However, love can be displayed in so many wonderful ways, and often without the need for grandeur or any great feat. This original poem reminds us that those little, everyday signs are the very things we should realize are true signs of affection, and moreover real love."

Comments:

"Very sweet write"

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"Lovely :-)"

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GREAT NEWS!!! 'LittleThings' was today chosen by a Moderator of POETS The Originals Google+ Group as their Pick of the Day:

"Wow! Elle you really did this! I love every line, every word, even flow. This is amazing! and it's my pick for the day! ??? +Inspired by Elle "

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"+Inspired by Elle this is so very beautiful ♥"

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"Lovely poem, and so true!"

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"Very well said. Sweet and true."

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"...such a superb choice ***** +Inspired by Elle this is a brilliant poem, well done :)"

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"Very brilliant! ....."

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"A wonderful poem and mod pick!"

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"Beautiful poem!"

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"Lovely poem."

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"Congratulations on a job well done!"

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"This is AMAZING and well-penned. It's Beautifully written and your words and sentiments are burst of sunshine-wrapped perfectly in the form of a poem!"

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10 April 2017 - Published in POETS The Original Group on Google+ 'Colours of Love'

(written in January 2016)

Elle says:

"This poem recognises that relationships go through many stages as trust is built between the participants. The association with colours shows how the depth of feeling grows as time lapses and the individuals learn more about each other. I think this poem gives a beautiful demonstration with colours of the deepening emotions associated with love."

Comments:

"Wonderful"

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"Love is so colourful. Very Nice."

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"So Lovely"

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"very nice!"

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GREAT NEWS!!! 'Colours of Love' was today chosen by a Moderator of POETS The Originals Google+ Group as the Pick of the Day:

"Here we go poet's, my mods pick of the day goes to the wonderful +Inspired by Elle,for her beautiful poem (colours of love). Let's all congratulate her for a fantastic write! "

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"A lovely pick +Yatta Fleet - well written +Inspired by Elle - don't colour seem so much more vivid when in love!"

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" Wonderful poem! This one made me smile."

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"Fantastic poem!!"

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"+Inspired by Elle You welcome my dear! You truly deserve it. ? "

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2 April 2017 - Published in POETS The Original Group on Google+ 'Time at Sea' (written sometime in March 2017)

Elle says:

"It is often difficult to describe the lifecycle; however this comparison to the sea does work to express even those tough times, when we literally feel lost at sea on a ship which may never come into harbour to dock."

Comment:

"I loved your usage of the imagery of sea to depict time! Beautiful"

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23 October 2016 - Published in POETS The Original Group on Google+ "Love Captured on Film" (written October 2016)

Elle says:

"We all have past loves that remain in our hearts over the years; and sometimes we keep those memories alive through tangible things, like photographs. However, even those photos take the toll of time, and start to look old as we imagine how, where and what that person is doing."

Comments:

"Lovely write..."

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"beautiful writing +Inspired by Elle!!

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"+Inspired by Elle you're so welcome and I can feel that you did enjoy it! Really excellent piece my dear!"

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9 October 2016 - Published in POETS The Original Group on Google+ "Whispers of Love" (written September 2016)

Elle says:

"This original poem was about the love sickness condition, where full symptoms are in display but the sufferer will deny them out of fear. Fear can be very debilitating, especially when you secretly love someone."

Comments:

"excellent write +Inspired by Elle poetically expressing that fear is not being loved enough, equivalent to what you give"

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6 October 2016 - Published on Twitter for National Poetry Day "Any Change" (written in 2016)

Elle says:

"This poem was about giving the homeless a voice, as they are often dismissed by others not recognising we live in times where it is easy to find yourself in dire straits. Often this is through no fault of your own, but just the fall-out from economic decisions taken far away and over which you have those affected have no influence. I tried to use the language often associated with the homeless, but to allow us to reflect with a different perspective. We often look with eyes tainted by the media or others, when we should actually look within ourselves to understand how others truly feel. It is only then that we can start to make a difference, and change situations like homelessness."

Comments:

"Very well-written Elle, It is a matter of circumstance, One person is not better than another."

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"Very beautiful poem Elle!! Keep writing, your a voice for all!!"

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2 October 2016 - Published in POETS The Original group on Google+ "My Future Child" (written 2 October 2016)

Elle says:

"What could I say to my future child, what advice would I offer, how could I guide them with the best advice on life?"

Comments:

The world will indeed be a better place to live in when a child/children, even before they are conceive are already guided and cared and loved. These are the very foundation to become better persons. This piece is exquisitely good dear +Inspired by Elle Thanks so much for sharing!

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+Inspired by Elle i feel you through each and every lines my friend. Your sensitivity on whats happening around us is quite admirable. May you have a wonderful Sunday dear friend.

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Speaking to the spirit that will one day come through you+Inspired by Elle. So powerful to do. To prepare, to give gems of wisdom to, to show how much you love him or her before they even arrive. What a creative, clever, beautiful piece and offering for this future child.

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Oh I just love this! Thank you kindly for sharing
+Inspired by Elle

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25 September 2016 - Published in POETS The Original group on Google+ "The Secret Staircase" (written 25 September 2016)

Elle says:

"What if life were actually about climbing a staircase, where you encounter many things and experience people and situations. How many of us would be able to decipher this and make the best decisions."

Comments:

excellent write +Inspired by Elle

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21 August 2016 - Published in POETS The Original group on Google+ "Signs Of Hope" (written 21 August 2016)

Elle says:

"The world is rapidly changing with economic issues, climate change and the advancement of science. These changes are affected human beings, so it is important to hold on to "hope" very tightly in the current day."

Comments:

"lovely write +Inspired by Elle we must always hold on to hope
beautifully penned"

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"Very inspiring,well done."

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"Beautiful"

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"Beautiful write"

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7 August 2016 - Published in POETS The Original group on Google+ "What If Land" (written 6 August 2016)

Elle says:

"I wanted to show that dreams should never be viewed as out of reach, to later arrive at old age, and find mountains of regrets. Rather to seize every opportunity and see where it leads good or bad. I decided to express this message as a story with an older gentleman reflecting about "what if"."

Comments:

"So beautiful......................written with deep heartiest emotions . I enjoyed & love it !! Really very sweet write !!"

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Beautiful write!
Loved the lines..
'I met you one day.
At last no longer,
I needed to pray.'

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Very beautiful write

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wow a true beauty.

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This is truly beautiful. So full of emotions and love...

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31 July 2016 - Published in POETS The Original group on Google+ "Visions in the Mirror" (written on 14 February 2016)

Elle says:

"This poem was an opportunity for my imagination to remember some precious memories of someone very dear to me."

Comments:

"Lovely"

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"Wow! This is beautiful, both in words and in imagery?"

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"This is so beautiful and emotional. Everything about this is perfect. "

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23 June 2015 - Entry - Poetic Republic Poetry Prize 2015 - "The Hands of Time" (written in March 2015) - Click here to read the reviews directly.

Elle says:

"I wanted to write a poem that celebrated the beauty of having differences and uniqueness within the human race. Could I write a poem that would remind of all of this, and somehow unite the world. I think that I did that within this poem."

Comments:

"Some wonderfully, yet deceptively simple lines laden with potential meaning - 'time unearned' is a great observation...."

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"Superb attempt at trying to describe the diversities that surround us, the mesh we all belong to, yet look to be uniquely different. A dish washer cleans all, crockery and cutlery.. we all belong in the same spin."

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"A brilliant portrayal of the world and life!"

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"I like the thought to educate the world about our need to blend and be comforting to others."

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"Very cool poem. It has like whispered cool under tones. The hidden metaphors are just priceless."

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23 June 2015 - Entry - Poetic Republic Poetry Prize 2015 - "The Commitment Bubble" (written in March 2015) - Click here to read the review directly.

Elle says:

"A true and personal account of how I was touched by commitment and came to realise that it is sadly something that is so difficult to achieve."

Comment:

"You have re stated that commitment is truly a bubble. And the 'bubble' has been nicely blown."

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23 June 2015 - Entry - Poetic Republic Poetry Prize 2015 - "Memories of Venice" (written in April 2015) - Click here to read the review directly.

Elle says:

"Venice is for me a magical, romantic and timeless place. This poem needed to capture that sense in the words, which was always going to be a challenge."

Comment:

"I find Venice a wonderful city whose atmosphere is vey difficult to convey. But this has made a fair attempt."

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19 April 2015 - Published on my WordPress Blog "The Importance of Words" (written in April 2015)

Elle says:

"This poem is very personal to me, in that for many years, I lacked confidence in my written word and ability because of comments made to me when I was young."

Comment:

"I think it's amazing. In that short poem you express a few simple things that mean a lot. Well done!!"

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