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In my view, the primary focus should be on encouraging the writers to write. I do not review items I don't enjoy anymore because I see it as a waste of my time. So, if you get a review from me, I enjoyed reading your work. The amazing thing about this whole process is that reading an inspiring review usually leads to me reading more of a reviewer's work also. So, it's a win-win.

I'm good at...

encouraging others to write because I love to read.

I will not review...

something I do not like. I do not enjoy writing hyper-critical reviews. I do NOT believe that "honesty" is a synonym for "mean." If I see someone being "mean" here on the public reviewing page, in group behaviors, or just acting as a bully I will not send them my reviews. The only exception to that would be judging a site contest - there all items get honest (and hopefully diplomatic) reviews of the work from me with no exceptions.

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#4389729

Review of Driven to It

Review by ♥Hooves (((mo...

In affiliation with I Write

Rated: E

| (5.0)

Another Lovely Signature for My Collection

What brought Hoovsie meandering in a space time continuum over to your port?

This is a review for the I Write in 2018 forum activity. I am happy to review your story.

What does hoovsie think about while perusing your item?

Candy is a very determined protagonist. I can understanding wanting to try forbidden fruit that is pizza that humans talk about so much. Candy is sure put through her paces in an action packed adventure that is intended to get her the food that humans crave.

I suspect once she gets it, she will go back to apples, though. But, you never know until you try.

What does hooves moo and applaud about while reading your item?

The use of the ML is brilliant! You were able to use so much of it to illustrate your story. I am sure my own use of it is quite limited. All that determination and drive leads Candy to a brand new detective career.

That is a nice thing when hard work in one direction leads to rewards and opportunities in another. Sometimes, if we are lucky, life is like that for humans, cows and, yes, even pizza craving horses.

I enjoyed this very much and thought your use of the ML was very creative and fine!

Well done!

HOOVES, a.k.a. COWser Soze, a.k.a. tHiNG a.k.a. 4ps

Ruminating Random Thoughts

I am not an expert on poetry or prose or much else. I am certainly not an editor or proof reader, heaven forbid! I am merely a reader who loves to read. If I send a review, it means I enjoyed my reading experience enough to let you know it. I look at a review as my reaction to what I have read and a sharing of what I bring to the table on any given day. Sometimes I don't bring much, but I enjoy my reading adventures either way.

You need all sorts of reviewers for all sorts of writers. We can't all write a dissertation every time. If I did that, I'd do about six reviews a year.

Rumination Termination

Ta Ta until we meet again in another place and time....

"Avoiding Toothless Rabid Bullies & Such"

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#4386886

Review of Negative One

Review by ♥Hooves (((mo...

In affiliation with SIMPLY POSITIVE GROUP

Rated: E

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A Review from "Simply Positive Review Forum " !

What brought HOOves to meander and glide in a space time continuum over to your port?

I am the judge for today in "The Writer's Cramp"

. Thanks for entering!

I am reading and reviewing your item at 10:37 AM WDC time, and storing it in my review tool for later delivery, after the contest winners are announced. As per the contest rules, no subsequent revisions or edits were considered in writing this review.

What does HOOves think about and contemplate while perusing your item?

I have to say that Meeroc (Dad) reminded me of the guy who gave me the driving exam. He passed me, but told me to practice a year before going out with other drivers. Not encouraging.

The part about the point deductions was hilarious.

What does HOOves applaud and moo about while reading your item?

Well, of course you need to have tunes in order to drive, but nerves can make one forget. Meeroc seems like a Dad who is a party animal, with an unflattering seepage of green stuff over the edge. LoL. Hey, what's all this about sucking earth cows up in transporter beams? I think I've heard an urban legend or two to that effect.

Very amusing!

The Writer's Cramp is a great way to meet other writers (by reviewing their entries) and to get your work read. Also, many Newsletter items featured and Quill entries have originated from experienced writers who regularly read in "The Writer's Cramp"

. Whether you win or not on a particular day, rest assured that your item will be read by those on this site who enjoy reading for its own sake.

4ps a.k.a. HOOves, sometimes tHiNg

P.S. I am someone who loves to read and review. That is a pretty simple statement and it is true, in the spirit of Ernest Hemingway, who once said, "Write one true thing."

Ta Ta until we meet again in another place and time....

"Avoiding Toothless Rabid Bullies & Such"

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#4386882

Review of His First Name Was Joe

Review by ♥Hooves (((mo...

In affiliation with SIMPLY POSITIVE GROUP

Rated: E

| (4.5)

A Review from "Simply Positive Review Forum " !

What brought HOOves to meander and glide in a space time continuum over to your port?

I am the judge for today in "The Writer's Cramp"

. Thanks for entering!

I am reading and reviewing your item at 11:20AM WDC time, and storing it in my review tool for later delivery, after the contest winners are announced. As per the contest rules, no subsequent revisions or edits were considered in writing this review.

What does HOOves think about and contemplate while perusing your item?

Well, Joe takes no prisoners and administers a tough test. My assumption, after I read and reread is that the whole thing was part of Joe's own unique test and his way of leveling the playing field of life.

I guess it's never fair, but at times it gets closer than others.

What does HOOves applaud and moo about while reading your item?

I was intrigued with the way Joe the instructor remained all business throughout. This is what made me think it was all part of the test. Very creepy and funny in a way that is kind of scary and alarming at the same time.

I enjoyed reading your story, but I would not want to be "tested" by Joe. I liked the name of Al Tunny, also and recognize him as a defining influence in the development of Joe.

Nice work!

The Writer's Cramp is a great way to meet other writers (by reviewing their entries) and to get your work read. Also, many Newsletter items featured and Quill entries have originated from experienced writers who regularly read in "The Writer's Cramp"

. Whether you win or not on a particular day, rest assured that your item will be read by those on this site who enjoy reading for its own sake.

4ps a.k.a. HOOves, sometimes tHiNg

P.S. I am someone who loves to read and review. That is a pretty simple statement and it is true, in the spirit of Ernest Hemingway, who once said, "Write one true thing."

Ta Ta until we meet again in another place and time....

"Avoiding Toothless Rabid Bullies & Such"

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#4386873

Review of Megan's Blog City Journal

for entry "Writing More Powerful Then A Resume"

Review by ♥Hooves (((mo...

In affiliation with SIMPLY POSITIVE GROUP

Rated: ASR

| (5.0)

A Review from "Simply Positive Review Forum " !

What brought Hoovsie meandering in a space time continuum over to your port?

I saw that you had added here, so I came to read and send a review.

What does hoovsie think about while perusing your item?

It has been a while since I did a resume. I think it is putting the best foot forward for employers. So, in that way, it is what we think people want to see and read about us and what we've done.

What does hooves moo and applaud about while reading your item?

I think you are right. The writing speaks for us. You can really get to know a person a lot better through their creative writing. I don't think most employers really care about creativity much before they hire someone. It is after, when you see if someone can do a job that you find out about their more creative sides and interests.

Very few jobs initially require creative writing or poetry. Even academic pursuits require analytical writing and thinking. I always did well on the analytical stuff, but it's the creative where I enjoy myself. Well, we have fun here, don't we? That's the main thing at this point.

If I don't enjoy something, I quit doing it. Well, we had a scare yesterday with Mr. HOOves, another reminder that life is short and things can change overnight sometimes.

HOOVES, a.k.a. COWser Soze, a.k.a. tHiNG a.k.a. 4ps

Ruminating Random Thoughts

I am not an expert on poetry or prose or much else. I am certainly not an editor or proof reader, heaven forbid! I am merely a reader who loves to read. If I send a review, it means I enjoyed my reading experience enough to let you know it. I look at a review as my reaction to what I have read and a sharing of what I bring to the table on any given day. Sometimes I don't bring much, but I enjoy my reading adventures either way.

You need all sorts of reviewers for all sorts of writers. We can't all write a dissertation every time. If I did that, I'd do about six reviews a year.

Rumination Termination

Ta Ta until we meet again in another place and time....

"Avoiding Toothless Rabid Bullies & Such"

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#4386622

Review of Pantoum Circle

Review by ♥Hooves (((mo...

In affiliation with I Write

Rated: E

| (5.0)

Why I Read Your Item:

I am reviewing your poem for I Write in 2018. You posted right before I did, so I send you a review.

What I Thought About as I Read:

This ten syllable per line poem flows well and I love the image of the slinky going down the stairs as an inevitable and powerful salute from poet to author.

The words seem to me to be very well chosen and precise in describing how the song came to author Hugo and author Victor Hugo to the poet.

What I liked best when I grazed in your pasture and did I swish my tail?

This was my favorite part:

"A lyrical endeavor at its best
the chant-like sounds sing mystic, old and new,
inspired from afar we join the quest.
We honor ancient artists two by two."

And so the learning and listening cycle continues as one is a tribute to all that went before. The form is a beautiful one when the words are carefully and artfully chosen. It seems like it was all meant to be.

I enjoyed reading this very much - fine writing!

DISCLAIMER

I am not an expert on poetry or prose. I am merely a reader who loves to read. I am also a bull, so you might want to take that into consideration also.

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#4385892

Review of Megan's Blog City Journal

for entry "Day 1500 The Prompt is 15!"

Review by ♥Hooves (((mo...

In affiliation with SIMPLY POSITIVE GROUP

Rated: ASR

| (5.0)

A Review from "Simply Positive Review Forum " !

What brought Hoovsie meandering in a space time continuum over to your port?

I saw that you had added so I came to read and send a review.

What does hoovsie think about while perusing your item?

This is a good list. You have some excellent TV shows. My favorites change all the times. Fifteen is a good number.

I wish that the site would have given out badges for 15 years. They are there, but whatever. Maybe when we get to 20 if I get there, there will be a badge or something for the years of dedication and support. Dream on Hooves.

I think maybe at one time there might have been thinking in that direction, but I doubt if it would include me.

What does hooves moo and applaud about while reading your item?

This makes me want to do my own list of TV shows and I will do that in my Blog maybe.

If I had to say my favorite right now it's Frasier. That show just cracks me up. Mr. HOOves doesn't like it, but I love it.

HOOVES, a.k.a. COWser Soze, a.k.a. tHiNG a.k.a. 4ps

Ruminating Random Thoughts

I am not an expert on poetry or prose or much else. I am certainly not an editor or proof reader, heaven forbid! I am merely a reader who loves to read. If I send a review, it means I enjoyed my reading experience enough to let you know it. I look at a review as my reaction to what I have read and a sharing of what I bring to the table on any given day. Sometimes I don't bring much, but I enjoy my reading adventures either way.

You need all sorts of reviewers for all sorts of writers. We can't all write a dissertation every time. If I did that, I'd do about six reviews a year.

Rumination Termination

Ta Ta until we meet again in another place and time....

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#4385462

Review of Megan's Blog City Journal

for entry "Equivalent"

Review by ♥Hooves (((mo...

In affiliation with SIMPLY POSITIVE GROUP

Rated: ASR

| (5.0)

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A Review from "Simply Positive Review Forum " !

What brought hooves meandering over to your port?

I saw that you had updated and I came to read and send a review.

What Does hooves think about while perusing your item?

I think about going through my scrapbooks. I forget things and want to remember when they happened.

Well, equivalent of reading and writing was the example given. I don't think that those are equivalent in my world. Reading is much more important. Writing is like an outlet.

I would have a hard time coming up with this stuff.

What does hooves moo and applaud about while reading your item?

I think that the cleaning is all the same. When my house is a mess I feel blah. Then I clean and it perks me up for a while until the same mess comes back. LoL. I always think I will keep up with it. But then there it comes again.

This was kind of a hard prompt for me to imagine.

Well, cooking and eating, I guess, but then eating is much more fun. Interesting.

Hey Megan, we have a new dog next door. The lady had corgis and now she has another corgi. Her previous ones passed away. Well, the new Corgi is Teddy. And she may end up getting another one. I love having dogs and cats on both sides. We have some lovely felines here, too. A black one with bright green eyes greeted me yesterday when I took out the trash can.

HOOVES, a.k.a. COWser Soze, a.k.a. tHiNG a.k.a. 4ps

PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT

I am not an expert on poetry or prose or much else. I am merely a reader who loves to read. If I send a review, it means I enjoyed my reading experience enough to let you know it.

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#4385242

Review of Women's March

Review by ♥Hooves (((mo...

In affiliation with I Write

Rated: E

| (5.0)

What brought Hoovsie meandering in a space time continuum over to your port?

I am reviewing your item for I Write in 2018. You posted a fine poem about the Women's March, which is from the headlines over this past weekend. Your poem was written for "The Writer's Cramp"

. I am not reviewing as a judge today.

What does hoovsie think about while perusing your item?

I particularly like your poem and think it is an inspirational take on the events over the last few days, which are historic and portend well for the future.

What does hooves moo and applaud about while reading your item?

I liked this part especially:

"march united, an antidote.
So we raise our voices and shout,
Let the light in!"

The repeated refrain of "let the light in" is very effective and moving. Life around us can be so inspiring at times when women rise up to shine that light on the world.

Well done! I did not see any mistakes or corrections to suggest! Your poem reads well, just as it is.

HOOVES, a.k.a. COWser Soze, a.k.a. tHiNG a.k.a. 4ps

Ruminating Random Thoughts

I am not an expert on poetry or prose or much else. I am certainly not an editor or proof reader, heaven forbid! I am merely a reader who loves to read. If I send a review, it means I enjoyed my reading experience enough to let you know it. I look at a review as my reaction to what I have read and a sharing of what I bring to the table on any given day. Sometimes I don't bring much, but I enjoy my reading adventures either way.

You need all sorts of reviewers for all sorts of writers. We can't all write a dissertation every time. If I did that, I'd do about six reviews a year.

Rumination Termination

Ta Ta until we meet again in another place and time....

"Avoiding Toothless Rabid Bullies & Such"

My review has been submitted for consideration in "Good Deeds Get CASH!" .

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#4385015

Review by ♥Hooves (((mo...

In affiliation with SIMPLY POSITIVE GROUP

Rated: E

| (4.5)

A Review from "Simply Positive Review Forum " !

What brought Hoovsie meandering in a space time continuum over to your port?

You invited me to come and read and send a review.

What does hoovsie think about while perusing your item?

This is an interesting item about what hunters like to hunt in different parts of Canada. It is not all about the moose, as one might think. Birds and Caribou are also popular.

I noticed that in the last sentence under Nova Scotia, you start with this:

"You can so without it, " I am thinking that perhaps you meant to put the word "do" between "can" and "so", or else change "so" to another word, like "do".

What does hooves moo and applaud about while reading your item?

This is an interesting and informative article. Where I live we have Goosemasters. Our homeowners association pays them to herd the geese to other places. It is big business and they just round them up and take them, they don't hurt them in order to get the geese away from the pond and swimming pool.

This costs thousands of dollars a year and is done all over the place in the South. It's another way of moving the population around, I guess.

Nice article. I enjoyed reading it!

HOOVES, a.k.a. COWser Soze, a.k.a. tHiNG a.k.a. 4ps

Ruminating Random Thoughts

I am not an expert on poetry or prose or much else. I am certainly not an editor or proof reader, heaven forbid! I am merely a reader who loves to read. If I send a review, it means I enjoyed my reading experience enough to let you know it. I look at a review as my reaction to what I have read and a sharing of what I bring to the table on any given day. Sometimes I don't bring much, but I enjoy my reading adventures either way.

You need all sorts of reviewers for all sorts of writers. We can't all write a dissertation every time. If I did that, I'd do about six reviews a year.

Rumination Termination

Ta Ta until we meet again in another place and time....

"Avoiding Toothless Rabid Bullies & Such"

My review has been submitted for consideration in "Good Deeds Get CASH!" .

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#4384326

Review of Reminiscence

Review by ♥Hooves (((mo...

In affiliation with Paying It Forward

Rated: E

| (5.0)

Why I Read Your Item:

I had visited your portfolio a while back and enjoyed my reading so here I am to visit again.

What I Thought About as I Read:

I thought about how sometimes the simple things, like a description of the outdoors, can bring back a flood of memories. I don't think kids see as much now, with their noses in computers. Sometimes, it should be time to just go outside and appreciate the world around.

Grandmas and Grandpas had a way of sharing their world with kids, that was memorable for a lot of us.

What I liked best when I grazed in your pasture and did I swish my tail?

I liked it all, especially this part:

"We’d wander down the path that she and Gramps loved to take.
Leaves were changing colors and looked ready to fall.
“Pretty soon, Jack Frost will be visiting us.” she would whisper."

Memories to treasure, to be sure. Thank you for sharing this, it brought back some memories of my own grandparents!

DISCLAIMER

I am not an expert on poetry or prose. I am merely a reader who loves to read. I am also a bull, so you might want to take that into consideration also.

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#4384101

Review of Books N' Things

Review by ♥Hooves (((mo...

In affiliation with Paying It Forward

Rated: E

| (5.0)

Why I Read Your Item:

I thought I would come and rate your folder as you are off to a great start! Thanks for all the reviews you have sent me recently!

What I Thought About as I Read:

Your organization seems very good and I think your research and writing skills will all come together for a successful enterprise!

What I liked best when I grazed in your pasture and did I swish my tail?

It is good to get organized with a folder. I also like the name, "Books & Things".

It is memorable and well thought out! Bravo!

DISCLAIMER

I am not an expert on poetry or prose. I am merely a reader who loves to read. I am also a bull, so you might want to take that into consideration also.

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#4384100

Review of The Fawn

Review by ♥Hooves (((mo...

In affiliation with Paying It Forward

Rated: E

| (5.0)

Why I Read Your Item:

You visited me recently with a nice review, so here I am to read and review your fine poem.

What I Thought About as I Read:

The forest offers some natural protection for mother and baby deer. But, mother has to show baby the ropes so she will survive and live to teach her own young about what is what. Of course, humans are the worst predators of all to be warned about.

This was moving and powerful. You did not use a whole lot of words, but you managed to say a lot about the situation and about survival in the woods and wild.

What I liked best when I grazed in your pasture and did I swish my tail?

This was my favorite part:

"Leaves bring a shade
Also a shield
In this green glade
Near the field"

Leaves have many uses and advantages. Sometimes they can make a tasty meal, also.

Technially, I also particularly liked how you kept your lines to four syllables or less. I thought that tight rhyming scheme worked extremely well and helped the impact and flow of your poem as I read. The abab rhyme scheme was brilliant throughout!

Well done!

DISCLAIMER

I am not an expert on poetry or prose. I am merely a reader who loves to read. I am also a bull, so you might want to take that into consideration also.

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#4383953

Review of Megan's Blog City Journal

for entry "Sense Of Humor, Dancing"

Review by ♥Hooves (((mo...

In affiliation with SIMPLY POSITIVE GROUP

Rated: ASR

| (5.0)

A Review from "Simply Positive Review Forum " !

What brought Hoovsie meandering in a space time continuum over to your port?

You sent me a nice review and I saw you had added so here I am.

What does hoovsie think about while perusing your item?

That quote is a little confusing to me. It makes a difference where they put that comma.

What does hooves moo and applaud about while reading your item?

You have to have a sense of humor if you have common sense. So, in that way the sense is dancing because you have a great sense of humor.

I don't see how people cope with life if they don't laugh at stuff some of the time. I have a sense of humor that I got mostly from my Dad. My mom was always worried, but my Dad always thought most people were pretty funny. I think they scared my mom.

I have both those in me, but a sense of humor about weird stuff makes me laugh instead of being scared. I am not sure I understand it right though. Interesting quote and your take on it is good. Nice work!

HOOVES, a.k.a. COWser Soze, a.k.a. tHiNG a.k.a. 4ps

Ruminating Random Thoughts

I am not an expert on poetry or prose or much else. I am certainly not an editor or proof reader, heaven forbid! I am merely a reader who loves to read. If I send a review, it means I enjoyed my reading experience enough to let you know it. I look at a review as my reaction to what I have read and a sharing of what I bring to the table on any given day. Sometimes I don't bring much, but I enjoy my reading adventures either way.

You need all sorts of reviewers for all sorts of writers. We can't all write a dissertation every time. If I did that, I'd do about six reviews a year.

Rumination Termination

Ta Ta until we meet again in another place and time....

"Avoiding Toothless Rabid Bullies & Such"

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#4383952

Review of Hypertension

Review by ♥Hooves (((mo...

In affiliation with SIMPLY POSITIVE GROUP

Rated: E

| (5.0)

A Review from "Simply Positive Review Forum " !

What brought Hoovsie meandering in a space time continuum over to your port?

You sent me a nice review a few days ago, so here I am to read and review your poem.

What does hoovsie think about while perusing your item?

I picked this poem because I have High Blood Pressure, also and have to take medicine for it. When I have anxiety at the doctor's office it often goes over 200 for the top number.

But, when I was young, I had low blood pressure. I think it turned this way when I hit around 50 or so. I totally get it and the worrying gene from my mother.

What does hooves moo and applaud about while reading your item?

The big hope is that it isn't passed on, but I think it is. I have never used much salt in my food and I still have it.

This was my favorite part of the poem:

"Here's to hope as I pray not,
this silent killer's never forgot.
The bottle is my constant reminder,
I wish getting old could be kinder."

I had thought I would be more like my Dad who never had it until the very end of his life. Mr. HOOves has cool, calm and collected blood pressure. Well, I hope they figure out a way to calm us down and have us be serene.

I enjoyed reading your poem and commiserating here!

HOOVES, a.k.a. COWser Soze, a.k.a. tHiNG a.k.a. 4ps

Ruminating Random Thoughts

I am not an expert on poetry or prose or much else. I am certainly not an editor or proof reader, heaven forbid! I am merely a reader who loves to read. If I send a review, it means I enjoyed my reading experience enough to let you know it. I look at a review as my reaction to what I have read and a sharing of what I bring to the table on any given day. Sometimes I don't bring much, but I enjoy my reading adventures either way.

You need all sorts of reviewers for all sorts of writers. We can't all write a dissertation every time. If I did that, I'd do about six reviews a year.

Rumination Termination

Ta Ta until we meet again in another place and time....

"Avoiding Toothless Rabid Bullies & Such"

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#4383936

Review of Eowyn

Review by ♥Hooves (((mo...

In affiliation with SIMPLY POSITIVE GROUP

Rated: E

| (5.0)

This is a review from "Simply Positive Review Forum "

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Why I Read Your Item:

You sent me a nice review recently for the I Write in 2018 activity. So, here I am to read and review.

What I Thought About as I Read:

I think she is a precious gift from God, to be sure. What a cutie pie! I have grandsons that I carry in my heart all the time.

What I liked best when I grazed in your pasture and did I swish my tail?

I loved it all, especially this part:

"And take the steps that will lead you
To all the glorious places the world has to hold
Eowyn, my little love, my little spritely miss
Let me help you learn as your life unfolds"

What a wonderful journey the two of you are on! This was brilliant and from the heart, which (in my opinion) makes for the best poetry there is!

Bravo!

DISCLAIMER

I am not an expert on poetry or prose. I am merely a reader who loves to read. I am also a bull, so you might want to take that into consideration also.

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#4383924

Review of Can You Read My Eyes?

Review by ♥Hooves (((mo...

In affiliation with SIMPLY POSITIVE GROUP

Rated: E

| (5.0)

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What brought Hoovsie meandering in a space time continuum over to your port?

You sent me a nice review recently, so here I am to read and review your poem.

What does hoovsie think about while perusing your item?

This poem, to me, is about having lost and not being able to make promises because of the hurt of that loss. We all lose at things if we live long enough. Sometimes, it is time to try again. The sense I get here is that the time to start new has not arrived.

Time heals, but you need to have time enough for things to start to get better before there can be another emotional investment.

What does hooves moo and applaud about while reading your item?

These were my favorite lines:

"Tell me,
can you read what's in my eye?
It's the sorrow of another goodbye."

That is so sad and poignant and really articulates the sense of loss that a broken heart has to bear.

Lovely poem~ I enjoyed reading this very much!

HOOVES, a.k.a. COWser Soze, a.k.a. tHiNG a.k.a. 4ps

Ruminating Random Thoughts

I am not an expert on poetry or prose or much else in life. I am certainly not an editor or proof reader, heaven forbid! I am merely a reader who loves to read. If I send a review, it means I enjoyed my reading experience enough to let you know it. I look at a review as my reaction to what I have read and a sharing of what I bring to the table on any given day. Sometimes I don't bring much, but I enjoy my reading adventures either way.

You need all sorts of reviewers for all sorts of writers. We can't all write a dissertation every time. If I did that, I'd do about six reviews a year.

Rumination Termination

Ta Ta until we meet again in another place and time....

"Avoiding Toothless Rabid Bullies & Such"

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#4383914

Review of Lucy

Review by ♥Hooves (((mo...

In affiliation with SIMPLY POSITIVE GROUP

Rated: E

| (5.0)

A Review from "Simply Positive Review Forum " !

What brought Hoovsie meandering in a space time continuum over to your port?

You sent me a very nice review recently, so here I am to read and review about your beloved dog, Lucy.

What does hoovsie think about while perusing your item?

Of course, Lucy made me think about my beloved 11-year old Basset Hound, Boo. I cannot imagine a world without Boo. We hemmed and hawed about getting her in the beginning, also. There was a car ride home and many memories after that.

Without Boo, our lives would have been much different and not as full of fun and love.

Sounds like your son fought to bring a miracle to your home.

What does hooves moo and applaud about while reading your item?

Sounds like you gave Lucy the best life a dog can hope for. And to be loved and ushered out of this world into whatever is next is pretty special for any creature. Not all are loved to that extent, human or dog.

Lucy lives on in your memories that you can share. Pretty awesome, if you ask me. I bet you are glad you kept that promise eventually when the time was right.

Very heartwarming story!

HOOVES, a.k.a. COWser Soze, a.k.a. tHiNG a.k.a. 4ps

Ruminating Random Thoughts

I am not an expert on poetry or prose or much else. I am certainly not an editor or proof reader, heaven forbid! I hate sending corrections sometimes and would rather just enjoy the reading experience. I am simply a reader who loves to read. If I send a review, it means I enjoyed my reading experience enough to let you know it. I look at a review as my reaction to what I have read and a sharing of what I bring to the table on any given day. Sometimes I don't bring much, but I enjoy my reading adventures either way.

You need all sorts of reviewers for all sorts of writers. We can't all write a dissertation every time. If I did that, I'd do about six reviews a year. Lately, I've been slow about getting to my reading, but when I do it I enjoy it as I did today!

Rumination Termination

Ta Ta until we meet again in another place and time....

"Avoiding Toothless Rabid Bullies & Such"

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#4382835

Review of The Verdict

Review by ♥Hooves (((mo...

In affiliation with SIMPLY POSITIVE GROUP

Rated: E

| (4.5)

A Review from "Simply Positive Review Forum " !

What brought HOOves to meander and glide in a space time continuum over to your port?

I am the judge for today in "The Writer's Cramp"

. Thanks for entering!

I am reading and reviewing your item at 11:04AM WDC time, and storing it in my review tool for later delivery, after the contest winners are announced. As per the contest rules, no subsequent revisions or edits were considered in writing this review.

What does HOOves think about and contemplate while perusing your item?

This is a tale of adventure and trust. Sanya must decide whether to leave the only world she has ever known, to go out in the Wild with her trusted teacher and mentor, Jan.

Jan has learned information through observation, but it is clear that their relationship involves trust. Still, it leads Sanya to question all the truth she has ever known.

One thing to mention is that you didn't bold the first and last lines (the prompt lines) as required by Sophie in the rules. You might want to remember that for future entries.

What does HOOves applaud and moo about while reading your item?

I liked how you developed your character of Sanya and how carefully she weighed the facts leading to her decision. It was a very effective move to start and end the story with the decision to leave and spend the rest of it showing the reader how the decision was made and what considerations were present.

I enjoyed reading your story very much - I thought it was very creative and original and well told.

Nice work!

The Writer's Cramp is a great way to meet other writers (by reviewing their entries) and to get your work read. Also, many Newsletter items featured and Quill entries have originated from experienced writers who regularly read in "The Writer's Cramp"

. Whether you win or not on a particular day, rest assured that your item will be read by those on this site who enjoy reading for its own sake.

4ps a.k.a. HOOves, sometimes tHiNg

P.S. I am someone who loves to read and review. That is a pretty simple statement and it is true, in the spirit of Ernest Hemingway, who once said, "Write one true thing."

Ta Ta until we meet again in another place and time....

"Avoiding Toothless Rabid Bullies & Such"

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#4382832

Review of Expletive Deleted

Review by ♥Hooves (((mo...

In affiliation with SIMPLY POSITIVE GROUP

Rated: E

| (5.0)

A Review from "Simply Positive Review Forum " !

What brought HOOves to meander and glide in a space time continuum over to your port?

I am the judge for today in "The Writer's Cramp"

. Thanks for entering!

I am reading and reviewing your item at 10:05AM WDC time, and storing it in my review tool for later delivery, after the contest winners are announced. As per the contest rules, no subsequent revisions or edits were considered in writing this review.

What does HOOves think about and contemplate while perusing your item?

I think a lot of writers will readily identify with differing versions of this scenario. It's the nature of the beast and when you are in the think of writing, it's hard to keep saving and saving every so often.

Then, as here with the kids, life happens. I can be a power outage or a child playing with the computer or something happening that is equally unexpected. Then, it's all gone to be written over again or discarded in the piles of memories not memorialized.

What does HOOves applaud and moo about while reading your item?

This was my favorite passage:

"She should have known better
And built a time machine
To save her precious document
From the little toddler thing"

This was charming, amusing and painfully familiar. Nice use of the prompt lines.

Well done!

The Writer's Cramp is a great way to meet other writers (by reviewing their entries) and to get your work read. Also, many Newsletter items featured and Quill entries have originated from experienced writers who regularly read in "The Writer's Cramp"

. Whether you win or not on a particular day, rest assured that your item will be read by those on this site who enjoy reading for its own sake.

4ps a.k.a. HOOves, sometimes tHiNg

P.S. I am someone who loves to read and review. That is a pretty simple statement and it is true, in the spirit of Ernest Hemingway, who once said, "Write one true thing."

Ta Ta until we meet again in another place and time....

"Avoiding Toothless Rabid Bullies & Such"

My review has been submitted for consideration in "Good Deeds Get CASH!" .

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#4382634

Review of Poets and Paupers

Review by ♥Hooves (((mo...

In affiliation with I Write

Rated: E

| (5.0)

What brought Hoovsie meandering in a space time continuum over to your port?

I am reviewing your poem as part of the I Write in 2018 activity.

As always, it is a pleasure to read your work.

What does hoovsie think about while perusing your item?

This is an homage to the poets words who have captured your imagination and that of many others who love to read poetry.

We are all enriched from reading their words, so no paupers where there are readers who enjoy. Well, I guess we could look at it also, as us paying them for what they do. I think it's worth it in enjoyable reading time.

I tried to click on the link for the type and it said invalid or some such. Well, in your description you say, "Free Verse", so I assume that it is just another term for "Free Verse" there.

Your words seem well chosen and I didn't notice anything glaring about the flow of your poem. It flowed quite naturally and well.

What does hooves moo and applaud about while reading your item?

I guess if I have to pick a favorite part, it would be this passage:

"These mystic monarchs of words
inspire, soothe, entertain, and
share visions of worlds
seen only through their eyes."

Their writing is a gift, these "mystic monarchs," as is yours. Well done - keep writing and inspiring in 2018!

HOOVES, a.k.a. COWser Soze, a.k.a. tHiNG a.k.a. 4ps

P.S. I love to read and send reviews. It has been lovely to visit with you!

Ta Ta until we meet again in another place and time....

"Avoiding Toothless Rabid Bullies & Such"

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#4381904

Review of Megan's Blog City Journal

for entry "Frosty Morn"

Review by ♥Hooves (((mo...

In affiliation with Paying It Forward

Rated: ASR

| (5.0)

created by marphilhearts & gifted by siscok

A YaHOO ReMOO from HOOves!!!

What brought Hoovsie meandering in a space time continuum over to your port?

I saw that you had added and came to read.

What does hoovsie think about while perusing your item?

I like the frosty morn if the sun is shining and I don't have to go anywhere. My feet get so cold in the morning.

We are not used to this cold cold weather in the south and it's been this way for more than a week now. I am ready for spring, but you make it sound very inviting to be frosty and even snowed in.

What does hooves moo and applaud about while reading your item?

I like how you present the cold weather situation as something magical and inviting. You really do transport me to another world where I might even like it.

But, I am so cold today and I had to go out because I am having car repairs done. Burrrr! It's nice to come back in the warmth of the heat inside.

Stay warm and safe there!

HOOVES, a.k.a. COWser Soze, a.k.a. tHiNG a.k.a. 4ps

P.S. I love to read and send reviews. It has been lovely to visit with you!

Ta Ta until we meet again in another place and time....

"Avoiding Toothless Rabid Bullies & Such"

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#4381742

Review of Confession

Review by ♥Hooves (((mo...

In affiliation with Paying It Forward

Rated: E

| (4.5)

What brought Hoovsie meandering in a space time continuum over to your port?

You sent me a nice review recently, so here I am to read and review.

What does hoovsie think about while perusing your item?

All writers make things up. I think we all lie in the writing to protect ourselves. You are kind of hard on yourself.

In the first line, it looks like a stray letter or else you ended to write something and it didn't get here. The word "it" sits there in a lonely way.

What does hooves moo and applaud about while reading your item?

We can only do what we can do. I have things here that I haven't finished that I started more than a decade ago. Every year I think I'll finish, but I never get around to it. You do what inspires you and what you are motivated to do, I think.

In the spirit of trying to write more and get motivated in 2018, I signed up for "I Write in 2018"

. I don't know if it will work, but I am going to try. I didn't check to see if you signed up for it, but you might want to check it out and see if it interests you.

I think it might be a good way to meet others also, if that is of interest.

Good essay here and the honesty is always good. None of us is perfect, least of all me.

Thanks again for the nice review and thoughts you sent my way!

I like how you end this with looking forward to the future and more writing adventures. I figure I will get busy and that will help motivate me. We will see when next New Years rolls around if I had the ability and discipline to stick with the writing.

HOOVES, a.k.a. COWser Soze, a.k.a. tHiNG a.k.a. 4ps

Ruminating Random Thoughts

I am not an expert on poetry or prose or much else. I am certainly not an editor or proof reader, heaven forbid! I am merely a reader who loves to read. If I send a review, it means I enjoyed my reading experience enough to let you know it. I look at a review as my reaction to what I have read and a sharing of what I bring to the table on any given day. Sometimes I don't bring much, but I enjoy my reading adventures either way.

You need all sorts of reviewers for all sorts of writers. We can't all write a dissertation every time. If I did that, I'd do about six reviews a year.

Rumination Termination

Ta Ta until we meet again in another place and time....

"Avoiding Toothless Rabid Bullies & Such"

My review has been submitted for consideration in "Good Deeds Get CASH!" .

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#4381739

Review of The People Watcher

Review by ♥Hooves (((mo...

In affiliation with Paying It Forward

Rated: E

| (5.0)

What brought Hoovsie meandering in a space time continuum over to your port?

You sent me some very nice reviews recently, so here I am.

What does hoovsie think about while perusing your item?

I think that you have a great way to get character ideas that are believable and engaging. It is by observing and listening that most writers sketch the personalities and mannerisms of their characters.

I do it all the time when I am out and about. The best place I have found for doing this is the Post Office. Why? Because there is invariably a line and people chit-chat in the line about post office experiences. Any experience that is unusual or out of the ordinary can produce a lot of stress. People let their inner demons out when they are under stress. This makes for some entertaining experiences and observations that are memorable.

Other places are good too, like the airport. Waiting around at the airport to pick someone up is a great way to observe all sorts of nervous and panicked behaviors.

What does hooves moo and applaud about while reading your item?

I think it all comes back to that old saying of Write What you know. You have to do that in order to keep it believable. I used to see a lot when I commuted every other weekend 300 miles back and forth to the D.C. area. I got tons of ideas doing that and seeing people from different places at stops along the way.

A friend of mine traveled by train this holiday. I am interested to hear how her adventure went. I imagine any sort of public travel is fertile grounds for a writer. To me, train travel has a whole different element of mystery and romance.

Fine work here!

HOOVES, a.k.a. COWser Soze, a.k.a. tHiNG a.k.a. 4ps

Ruminating Random Thoughts

I am not an expert on poetry or prose or much else. I am certainly not an editor or proof reader, heaven forbid! I am merely a reader who loves to read. If I send a review, it means I enjoyed my reading experience enough to let you know it. I look at a review as my reaction to what I have read and a sharing of what I bring to the table on any given day. Sometimes I don't bring much, but I enjoy my reading adventures either way.

You need all sorts of reviewers for all sorts of writers. We can't all write a dissertation every time. If I did that, I'd do about six reviews a year.

Rumination Termination

Ta Ta until we meet again in another place and time....

"Avoiding Toothless Rabid Bullies & Such"

My review has been submitted for consideration in "Good Deeds Get CASH!" .

724

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14 days may be credited.

#4381510

Review of Doubt

Review by ♥Hooves (((mo...

In affiliation with SIMPLY POSITIVE GROUP

Rated: E

| (5.0)

A Review from "Simply Positive Review Forum " !

What brought HOOves to meander and glide in a space time continuum over to your port?

I am the judge for today in "The Writer's Cramp"

. Thanks for entering!

I am reading and reviewing your item at 9:45 AM WDC time, and storing it in my review tool for later delivery, after the contest winners are announced. As per the contest rules, no subsequent revisions or edits were considered in writing this review.

What does HOOves think about and contemplate while perusing your item?

I think that you did a fine job with the prompt and wrote a very clear and straightforward essay about your faith. Like all of us, you have had your faith tested over time, but you find strength in study and learning, always wanting to know more about what you believe. Therefore, your faith is a dynamic, growing thing that evolves over time, as you learn more.

What does HOOves applaud and moo about while reading your item?

I like how you tell me, as a reader, what gives you the strength to keep trying. As you say, we are all imperfect. I don't think any one of us (even ministers and rabbis) has all the answers. That is how God set it up. We learn through our lives and our studies, always.

In your quest to live a life closer to God and Jesus, one thing is sure. You never quit trying even when obstacles (some of your own making, as you say none of us is perfect) are in your path. When you study you find inspiration and impetus for carrying on with things.

I found what you turn to (studying the Bible) very inspirational and enlightening. I think you did a fine job with the prompt and I cannot find fault here. Well done.

Happy New Year!

The Writer's Cramp is a great way to meet other writers (by reviewing their entries) and to get your work read. Also, many Newsletter items featured and Quill entries have originated from experienced writers who regularly read in "The Writer's Cramp"

. Whether you win or not on a particular day, rest assured that your item will be read by those on this site who enjoy reading for its own sake.

4ps a.k.a. HOOves, sometimes tHiNg

P.S. I am someone who loves to read and review. That is a pretty simple statement and it is true, in the spirit of Ernest Hemingway, who once said, "Write one true thing."

Ta Ta until we meet again in another place and time....

"Avoiding Toothless Rabid Bullies & Such"

My review has been submitted for consideration in "Good Deeds Get CASH!" .

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#4381509

Review of Doubt vs Faith

Review by ♥Hooves (((mo...

In affiliation with SIMPLY POSITIVE GROUP

Rated: E

| (5.0)

A Review from "Simply Positive Review Forum " !

What brought HOOves to meander and glide in a space time continuum over to your port?

I am the judge for today in "The Writer's Cramp"

. Thanks for entering!

I am reading and reviewing your item at 10:15 AM WDC time, and storing it in my review tool for later delivery, after the contest winners are announced. As per the contest rules, no subsequent revisions or edits were considered in writing this review.

What does HOOves think about and contemplate while perusing your item?

I think that you make a great case for having and finding faith. I was particularly struck by the notion that one does not have to be perfect, you just have to try. That follows the prompt in a very original and faith affirming way.

What does HOOves applaud and moo about while reading your item?

I was particularly struck by this passage:

"Many doubt that they can live up to the Christian life that they have conceived in their own mind. They think that becoming a Christian means they have to become perfect. That is why many Christians are judged unfairly because people see they are not living the life of perfection."

It all seems to be about trying to be and do better. All of us are capable of that, whether we realize it or not.

You did a fine job with the prompt! Very inspirational and enlightening!

The Writer's Cramp is a great way to meet other writers (by reviewing their entries) and to get your work read. Also, many Newsletter items featured and Quill entries have originated from experienced writers who regularly read in "The Writer's Cramp"

. Whether you win or not on a particular day, rest assured that your item will be read by those on this site who enjoy reading for its own sake.

4ps a.k.a. HOOves, sometimes tHiNg

P.S. I am someone who loves to read and review. That is a pretty simple statement and it is true, in the spirit of Ernest Hemingway, who once said, "Write one true thing."

Ta Ta until we meet again in another place and time....

"Avoiding Toothless Rabid Bullies & Such"

My review has been submitted for consideration in "Good Deeds Get CASH!" .