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Review by ♥HOOves♥ Author IconMail Icon
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Rated: ASR | N/A (Review only item.)
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A YaHOO ReMOO from HOOves!!!

*Cow**Balloons*



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

*Cow* I saw that you had updated so here I am and you mentioned this in the campfire. So, I came to read and review.

What does hoovsie think about while perusing your item?

*Cool**Idea*Audrey Hepburn had it all. I think she was beautiful inside. That is where it counts the most and it just shine through her.

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

I am not sure about the whole beauty thing. I guess that people agree on what is beautiful, but I see some that are considered beautiful and if they are mean inside I can even see it. Like that Angelina Jolie and all her antics. I see her and that she is kind of mean inside. It makes me afraid for all those kids she collected.

But Audrey Hepburn was genuine. Genuine beauty and intelligence shines through as years go by. People who are interested in things outside themselves are beautiful I think. I am sure you are beautiful both inside and out, my dear friend! *Heartp*

*Thumbsup*

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! *Heart*

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

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Review of Sound Surround  Open in new Window.
Review by ♥HOOves♥ Author IconMail Icon
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Rated: E | (4.5)
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*CakeB* HAPPY WDC ACCOUNT ANNIVERSARY FROM "Anniversary Reviews ~ Summer Break" Open in new Window.*CakeP*


A YaHOO Review from HOOves!!!

*Cow**Balloons*



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

*Balloonr*I am the judge for today in "The Writer's Cramp" Open in new Window.. Thanks for entering! *Delight*

I am reading and reviewing your item at 9:54 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?

*Cool**Idea* What a clever title, reversing the expected word order!

It is certainly sounds that are streamlined in today's world, providing the listening and enjoyment, existing in our domiciles. Very cave-like and comforting somehow.

It bothers me when the technology makes my stuff obsolete. I still prefer the VHS to the DVD format, but can't find them much anymore except at used places.

Finding a soothing respite with sound and smooth technical performance is a nice way to be. It'd idyllic when everything works properly. Get a little nick on a DVD and it's aggravation-city though.

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

*Thumbsup* I thought your five things were very familiar and marvelous to appreciate.

This was my favorite part:

"In the room where I live it is sound apropos;
on my tan tabletop sits a small radio.
In the wee morning hours I play Coast-to-Coast
with some topics of interest, George Noory the host."

I love my little battery-operated radio. I cannot believe the number of young people that don't have radios, much less batteries to operate them in an emergency. When the power goes out, that radio is an especially welcome friend.

Lovely poem - I enjoyed reading it very much.

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" Open in new Window.. 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.

Making a Difference in 2018, One Review at a Time. *Cow**Balloons*

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." *Heart*

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

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Review by ♥HOOves♥ Author IconMail Icon
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Rated: E | (4.5)
created by marphilhearts & gifted by siscok
A YaHOO ReMOO from HOOves!!!

*Cow**Balloons*



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

*Cow* I clicked on the Read and Review section to the left of the site and found your wonderful poem.

What does hoovsie think about while perusing your item?

*Cool**Idea* This is the perfect romantic poem to read during Valentine's month. If we are lucky, we find a love to last a life time and to spend our time together.

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

This part was very memorable to me:

A soft, glimmering flame that will hopefully never die…
I shall forever give to my beloved angel,
The brightest star in the universe,
All of the happiness and joy I can give…

Very inspiring words - well done!

*Thumbsup*

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! *Heart* Making a Difference one review at a time in 2018! *Cow**Balloony*

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

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Review of Cave Cats  Open in new Window.
Review by ♥HOOves♥ Author IconMail Icon
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Rated: 13+ | (5.0)
created by marphilhearts & gifted by siscok
A YaHOO ReMOO from HOOves!!!

*Cow**Balloons*



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

*Cow* I saw Princess Megan Rose Author Icon's review of this on the public reviewing page and came to read.

What does hoovsie think about while perusing your item?

*Cool**Idea*These sound like some shape shifting kitties. I think they would make awesome super heroes.

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

*Thumbsup* My favorite is Diamond because of being vegetarian. But they all sound like very pretty felines. This made me want to go to the cat cafe and look in their eyes.

Very imaginative and creative! I could picture them all and they looked like they were ready and willing for an exciting adventure series!

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! *Heart* Making a Difference in 2018 - One ReMOO at a time! *Cow**Balloony**Balloons**Hearty*

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

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Review of A Stranger  Open in new Window.
Review by ♥HOOves♥ Author IconMail Icon
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Rated: E | (4.5)
This is a lovely image for me from Lizco252!
A YaHOO ReMOO from HOOves!!!

*Cow**Balloons*



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

*Cow* I clicked on the Read and Review option on the left side of the screen and it ook me to your fine poem. Welcome to the site! *Cow**Balloony*

What does hoovsie think about while perusing your item?

*Cool**Idea* I thought about how hard it is to start anything, especially in this fast-paced world. We all have our anxieties and trepidation about starting new things if we are normal I think.

Trying is half the battle. Never give up trying is a good way to go. If things don't go one's way, take a break and come back stronger than ever.

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

I was particularly moved by this part:

"A stranger in a strange land,
barely noticed,
he walks the earth receiving no more than a glance,
attention eludes him,
yet still hopes for a chance to dance"

I think a lot of folks will identify with this as we all want that chance to dance and be noticed for the positive we do.

Fine work - I enjoyed reading your poem very much!

*Thumbsup*

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! Making a Difference One Review at a Time in 2018~ *Cow**Balloony**Balloons*

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

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for entry "Golden Daffidols" Open in new Window.
Review by ♥HOOves♥ Author IconMail Icon
In affiliation with Paying It Forward  Open in new Window.
Rated: ASR | N/A (Review only item.)
created by marphilhearts & gifted by siscok
A YaHOO ReMOO from HOOves!!!

*Cow**Balloons*



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

*Cow* I saw that you added and came to visit.

What does hoovsie think about while perusing your item?

*Cool**Idea* It sounds like you are describing the perfect Spring Day.

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

*Thumbsup* With the warmer temperatures, my daffodils are in full bloom this Saturday in February. Seems like a miracle.

This all sounds like heaven to me. I am so ready for Spring!

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! *Heart* Making a Difference One Remoo at a Time in 2018! *Cow**Balloony**Hearty*

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

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Review of Teach Me  Open in new Window.
Review by ♥HOOves♥ Author IconMail Icon
In affiliation with SIMPLY POSITIVE GROUP  Open in new Window.
Rated: ASR | (5.0)
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What brought Hoovsie meandering in a space time continuum over to your port?

*Cow* I clicked on Read and Review over on the left hand side of the screen and it took me to your wonderful poem.

What does hoovsie think about while perusing your item?

*Cool**Idea* I think there are more with empathy for others than you think. In every disaster I can remember there are those who come and quietly help out. Still the media loves these sociopaths and they all bellow for attention whenever someone else has a tragedy. It is so predictable anymore that there are those in the media who try to jump on something awful and ride it to stardom.

We feel, but I don't reject either side's ideas for solutions. I think there is exploitation enough for many lifetimes that goes on whenever there is a horrible event or someone in need.

That is humans for you.

Your poem flows well and the rhyme is (best I can tell) true. There is compassion. It's within anyone who wants things to get better and definitely not within those soulless creatures who would exploit a horrific event.

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

This part was all too familiar and sadly moving:

"You took a creature's life today,
Took away its right to live,
Simply because it was in your way,
No compassion would you give."

*Thumbsup* Well done, very thought provoking and moving. It made me stop and think about things on a Friday morning.

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! *Heart* Making a Difference One Day at a Time in 2018! *Heartv*

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

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Review by ♥HOOves♥ Author IconMail Icon
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Rated: E | N/A (Review only item.)
This is so lovely. My youngest daughter and both grandsons all have red hair. What a beautiful Irish Holiday-inspired signature! *Heart* She cut her hair, but it used to be long like this.
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Review of Bleeding For You  Open in new Window.
Review by ♥HOOves♥ Author IconMail Icon
In affiliation with SIMPLY POSITIVE GROUP  Open in new Window.
Rated: 13+ | (4.5)
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What brought Hoovsie meandering in a space time continuum over to your port?

*Cow* I clicked on the Read and Review Option on the left hand side of the screen and it took me to your poem.

What does hoovsie think about while perusing your item?

*Cool**Idea* I think that love and betrayal go hand in hand too many times. The tragic thing is that the one doing the betraying isn't worth spending any time on for the other, the one who is devoted. The final ending, while designed as a punishment, might even be a sort of release. These sorts of serial betrayers never change.

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

This part was very moving:

"I would take you back in the end.
How could I live without my dearest friend?"

This is mistaking an enemy for a friend and could have enormous consequences for all those who truly do care and I am sure there are a lot of those.

Powerful poem about a road that leads to disaster. Someone I loved dearly took that route of suicide and the guy who cheated on her is happily six years down the road cheating on his new women. They never change and they don't care, these sorts of guys.

Sad to say.

*Thumbsup*

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! *Heart* Making a Difference One Review at a Time in 2018! *Heart**Cow*

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

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Review of Fallen  Open in new Window.
Review by ♥HOOves♥ Author IconMail Icon
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Rated: E | (5.0)
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What brought Hoovsie meandering in a space time continuum over to your port?

*Cow* You sent me some nice reviews recently, so here I am to read and review. It is always nice to visit with you and read your work!

What does hoovsie think about while perusing your item?

*Cool**Idea* Love is a funny thing when it is real. I think in the beginning it is usually largely based on physical attraction and, if people are lucky, something more intangible and undefinable as in who we bond with and form friendships with.

To make love last, you have to be friends to each other and maybe friends do even more. That's what friends do, real friends.

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

This was my favorite part:

"We fall
to the unkind
challenge of age and pain.
Fatigued but together
our journey traced
by love."

We all get our challenges if we are lucky to live long enough. I only hope I am up to whatever life and God have in store for me. I pray a lot that I am strong enough to face things. With that love and caring, I think that we will find a way. Hope so, anyway.

You did well with the prompt word! I enjoyed reading very much.

*Thumbsup*

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! *Heart* Making a Difference, one review at a time in 2018 *Heart*

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

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Review of Summer Breeze  Open in new Window.
Review by ♥HOOves♥ Author IconMail Icon
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Rated: E | (5.0)
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What brought Hoovsie meandering in a space time continuum over to your port?

*Cow* I clicked on the Read and Review option on the left side of the screen and it took me to your wonderful story. Welcome to the site! *Cow**Balloony*

What does hoovsie think about while perusing your item?

*Cool**Idea* I thought this was brilliant. You excel in your description of the surroundings, I could picture an idyllic afternoon in my head, at first. Well, I won't give the ending but the story takes a couple of surprising twists. The setting was magnificently described. I could picture it all in my mind.

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

You pack a lot of drama into a few short paragraphs here. So, everyone got what they wanted in the end and no one truly loved anyone. Sounds about right for humans.

Very well told! I enjoyed reading your story very much. If you haven't already, check out "The Writer's Cramp" Open in new Window.. It's a daily prompt driven contest (for poetry or short stories) that I think you might enjoy.

Lovely to meet you and read your fine work.

*Thumbsup*

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! *Heart* Making a Difference in 2018, one review at a time.

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

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Review of A Daily Blessing  Open in new Window.
Review by ♥HOOves♥ Author IconMail Icon
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Rated: E | (5.0)
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A YaHOO ReMOO from HOOves!!!

*Cow**Balloons*



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

*Cow* You sent me some nice reviews. I was looking in my friend Yellow Roses' port today. This poem of yours was the very last item that she ever reviewed.

What does hoovsie think about while perusing your item?

*Cool**Idea* It is inspiring and an affirmation of faith to greet each day as a blessing. This is a gentle reminder of that and all that is wonderful in life and the world.

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

*Thumbsup* What could be better than greeting each day as a new chance to do better? Beautifully brilliant. Proves that you don't need a whole lot of words to say a lot to a reader.



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! *Heart*

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

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Review of Big Brother  Open in new Window.
Review by ♥HOOves♥ Author IconMail Icon
In affiliation with Paying It Forward  Open in new Window.
Rated: E | (5.0)
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A YaHOO Review from HOOves!!!

*Cow**Balloons*



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

*Balloonr*I am the judge for today in "The Writer's Cramp" Open in new Window.. Thanks for entering! *Delight*

I am reading and reviewing your item at 9:44 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?

*Cool**Idea* I have watched the Big Brother thing in the summer. This sounds like the petty bickering and some of the contests that I saw. I think that SMs would make a great host, with all due respect to Julie Chen.

The stuff about Dragon and the bacon was too funny. Sorry you got voted out in your own story. Well, given the atmosphere that could have been planned I guess. The whole thing that happens with the real show seems more scripted to me. This seemed like it would make a better show.

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

All the squabbling about food was funny. You did not really have an Omarosa bad seed type, but I liked it better that way.

Nice work!

*Thumbsup*

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" Open in new Window.. 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." *Heart*

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

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Review by ♥HOOves♥ Author IconMail Icon
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Rated: ASR | (5.0)
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A YaHOO ReMOO from HOOves!!!

*Cow**Balloons*



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

*Cow* I saw that you had added so I came to read.

What does hoovsie think about while perusing your item?

*Cool**Idea* You have done a lot of good writing. I do it for fun, too.

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

I was interested to read about what you liked about writing and to write about as a child. I always liked Babar the Elephant stories and things about Dogs and Cows. I don't think that ever changed. It is what I like to read and write about most I guess. Isn't it funny how what we read as kids still influences us. I wonder if it would be different with no Babar and not having real cows to visit at the grandparents' farm. Something to ponder, anyway.

Great entry! *Heartp*

*Thumbsup*

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! *Heart*

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

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Review by ♥HOOves♥ Author IconMail Icon
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Rated: 18+ | (5.0)
This is a lovely image for me from Lizco252!

A YaHOO ReMOO from HOOves!!!

*Cow**Balloons*



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

*Cow* You sent me some nice reviews, so here I am to read and review.

What does hoovsie think about while perusing your item?

*Cool**Idea* Well, after a lot of time I think even interplanetary stars realize when it is time to hang things up. Wanting to hold on to the trappings of success without doing the work is quite a human trait, but they can be forgiven for that. I think it's a natural progression.

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

Knowing when to hold them and when to fold them is a gift that not that many are blessed with. The cloning seems like a good way of keeping one's hand in the mix.

I thought this was very clever and imaginative and says a lot about people of all sorts who just can't walk away from the day to day.

Nice work!

*Thumbsup*

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! *Heart*

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

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Review of snow days  Open in new Window.
Review by ♥HOOves♥ Author IconMail Icon
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Rated: E | (4.5)
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A YaHOO ReMOO from HOOves!!!

*Cow**Balloons*



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

*Cow* I clicked on Read and Review and it took me to your haiku poem.

What does hoovsie think about while perusing your item?

*Cool**Idea* You did a fine job of keeping to the syllable count required for the haiku.

I always have found that snow is a thing that produces more bitter cold and more snow. It's like a cycle that goes on in winter. The forecasters don't always get that after a snow there will more than likely be some very cold, windy days with more snow.

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

*Thumbsup* Well, the snowman would even be happy to stick around, I imagine. His survival depends on the cold so he's all good.

Very interesting haiku. Nice work.

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! *Heart*

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

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Review of Dear Me,  Open in new Window.
Review by ♥HOOves♥ Author IconMail Icon
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Rated: E | (5.0)
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A YaHOO ReMOO from HOOves!!!

*Cow**Balloons*



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

*Cow* You sent me some nice reviews so here I am moseying over with a Tuesday morning review. I thought I would read your Dear Me item. Hopefully they will announce the results of that before we are too far gone in the New Year. Where there's life, there's hope I guess.

What does hoovsie think about while perusing your item?

*Cool**Idea* I am sorry to hear that 2017 was rough. I think it and 2016 were pretty hard for a lot of people. Do not exactly know why. I hope that 2018 ends up being better for you.

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

I think the writing is a good thing. I figure if I just do it - reading, writing, reviewing for the I Write activity and otherwise, I am bound to be better at the end of the year. Already, it's kind of a bit of busy work that forces me to focus on the writing and not some of the superficial stuff that goes on otherwise on the site, like socializing on the Newsfeed. If I do what I need to do with judging, reviewing, writing, etc., I barely have time to glance at the social stuff. All's the better.

Then, I was ill a bit, but I made myself do it. That works out good as an incentive to get better. There is a level there with I Write, where it's not really judging writing, just the fact that people do the work is enough to be proud of work done.

In that way, it reminds me of Soundtrackers which was never a competition. It was more about enjoying music and sharing it. TO me, I Write, is about finding a way to enjoy writing and sharing that too. I have loved the reviews I've gotten from posting there so far, from you and from others. It's been a very enjoyable thing that's not tied into the silly group power struggles that go on sometimes.

Very refreshing! I liked this - it was concise and to the point. I get where you are coming from and I say go for it! *Thumbsup*

*Thumbsup*

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! *Heart*

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

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Rated: 18+ | (5.0)
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A YaHOO ReMOO from HOOves!!!

*Cow**Balloons*



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

*Cow* I clicked on the Rate and Review tool on the left hand side of the page and it took me to your poem. Hello again!

What does hoovsie think about while perusing your item?

*Cool**Idea* I guess what you are saying is that a lot of the stuff that seems depressing this time of year is in the attitude of the depressed. That could be true. I am fearful of this time of year and maybe it is somewhat of a self fulfilling prophecy that it seems to bring out the worst in people.

I think I need to adjust my attitude, although now that I feel better things seem to be improving. (Knocks on wood)

The rhyme flows very well and your words are carefully chosen to show the reader the way to go.

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

*Thumbsup*I loved this part:

"Don't start your year with words of doom;
Take heart and never speak of gloom!"

I wonder if I made a conscious effort every day to find the positive if this would make things better all around. Trying to do things differently cannot hurt because so far January and February have been a rough road health wise. You give hope for a better way to go and a brighter future, so thanks very much for that!

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! *Heart*

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

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Rated: 13+ | (5.0)
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*Cow**Balloons*



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

*Cow* You sent me a lovely review recently, so here I am to read and review. Sorry for the delay as I have been ill.

What does hoovsie think about while perusing your item?

*Cool**Idea* The title of this wonderful and heartbreaking poem caught my eye immediately. These tears honor someone who has been lost and that is something that is hard and it is a difficult thing to be reminded of on special days like Valentine's Day. As years go by, we all have our share of losses of those that meant the world to us.

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

This part stays with me:

"An immortal Valentine rhyme,
Asking to be more than just a friend,
It spoke to my lonely heart."

People that truly speak to our hearts out of the goodness of their own are few and far between.

It is a memory to be cherished and honored with poetry such as this.

Well done!

*Thumbsup*

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! *Heart*

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

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Rated: E | (5.0)
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A YaHOO ReMOO from HOOves!!!

*Cow**Balloons*



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

*Cow* You visited me recently with a nice review so here I am to read and review. Sorry I am slow as I have been a bit under the weather, but am back getting better now.

What does hoovsie think about while perusing your item?

*Cool**Idea* I think that this is a beautiful and romantic use of language. Every word seems to me to be carefully chosen to create a mood laced with love and anticipation. It is perfect for the month of February!

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

This was my favorite part because of the picture it conjures up in my head.

"a dust of diamonds
in the midnight Galaxy
glitters high above
an outdoor dance floor empty
all but for one lone couple"

I was married one February, long long ago and I still remember and feel the things I felt then when I read such evocative writing.

Brilliant!

*Thumbsup*

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! *Heart*

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

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A YaHOO ReMOO from HOOves!!!

*Cow**Balloons*



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

*Cow* I clicked on Rate and Review that SM told us about. Before I didn't realize it was just authors who were active. It is a nice way to support those who support the site with current writing, by reviewing.

What does hoovsie think about while perusing your item?

*Cool**Idea* This could have been written this week in the aftermath of what happened in Florida. You know a poem is powerful when it stands the test of time. You wrote this in August of 2010 and it's more true about humans with every day that goes by.

The rhyming couplets work well to tell the story of the birds and nonsensical humans, too.

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

"But they’re safe from me, I’d never kill a thing
Especially something so beautiful on wing"

There is a big difference, as you say, between killing to survive and killing because of an inherent evil within. Humans are the most evil ever. And sometimes the vicious attacks groups make on individuals are horrific emotionally and mentally, too. As far as I know, birds and animals are a lot more straightforward in their dealings with others. It is not hard to figure out where they stand.

Very moving poem that makes me admire the birds, but not so much the humans.

Well done.

*Thumbsup*

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! *Heart*

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

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Rated: E | (4.5)
Our Beloved Basset Hound Boo Investigating the Summer Air



What brought hooves here to graze and read in your port?

*Cow* You sent me a nice review recently, so here I am to read and review this fine short story.

What Do hooves and Basset Hound Boo think about while perusing your item?

*Cool**Idea* We thought about Spring time and how much we enjoy regular baseball. Something Spring is definitely in the air today! *Tulipr*

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

Well, to me this is more exciting than the real Olympics because it is creating something that you can then photograph. When I was younger, I enjoyed watching all the competition, but not so much anymore since NBC is such a political tool of the far left.

All the training and effort makes us root for the home team, but in the end it is something intangible (almost) that tends to win. That is fun to watch, but I am not so sure it is fun to be a participant. Well, you never know until you try. It is that refusal to give up that makes champions.

Inspiring and heart warming story that came across better than the real Olympics does. Nice work!


*Thumbsup*

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

*Thumbsupr*PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT*Thumbsupl*

I am merely a reader who loves to read. I am trying to encourage you to write more as that is my goal.

*Sun*END OF PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT*Tulipp*


Ta Ta until we meet again....

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Rated: E | (4.5)
*Ghost*Another Lovely Signature for My Collection

Why I Meandered Into Your Port to Read Your Item

*Right**Idea*I clicked on Read and Review and your poem appeared. I think that you get in Read and Review by being an active member of the site.

What I Thought About As I Perused Your Item and Readjusted My Nose Ring

*Right**Cool*To me, this poem is about being on the edge of something that could go either way.

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

*Right**Shamrock* I liked the excitement and the positive anticipation that I sensed throughout. The title you chose confirmed the upbeat feeling that permeated my reading experience.

The poem flowed very well and I enjoyed it and the positive feeling I got from reading it.

Nice work!

*Thumbsup*

*Thumbsup*DISCLAIMER*Idea*

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. This is my honest opinion as an individual reader on a given day. I do not run with the herd.

*Idea*END OF DISCLAIMER*Thumbsup*

*Ghost**Shamrock**Ghost*


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Rated: E | (5.0)
Lovely Signature in my Christmas Box



What brought hooves here to graze and read in your port?

*Cow* You sent me a review recently for a contest, so here I am to review your poem that you wrote for another contest. I am sorry for the delay as I was sick for a while, but am on the mend now. I tis a pleasure to visit with you and read your work.

What Does Valentines hooves think about while perusing your item?

*Cool**Idea*I thought of my own husband and how much I love him. It is a love that grows with time as we go through things together. In the beginning, I thought I could not love him more than I did then, but I was wrong. I grew to admire and love more all the time and it sounds like that is the way it has been for you.

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

This part was particularly moving:


"When it rains I see your face in each drop that hits the ground.
I always see your face, even when you are not around.
We walk together, we talk together, we dance a dance of love."

I wish everyone could know a love like this. You capture the feelings and emotions very eloquently.

Well done!

*Thumbsup*

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

*Thumbsupr*PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT*Thumbsupl*

I am merely a reader who loves to read. I am trying to encourage you to write more as that is my goal.

*Sun*END OF PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT*Tulipp*


Ta Ta until we meet again....

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Rated: E | (5.0)
Based on a television series on BBC/Netflix




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

*Cow* You sent me a review recently notifying me that I would be in a newsletter for an older poem. I figured I would mosey over and review some of your work and here I see you have a fresh poem for me to enjoy! Sorry for the delay, have been a bit under the weather, so to speak.

What does hoovsie think about while perusing your item?

*Cool**Idea* I think we all have the power to do this and take charge of our own happiness. Sometimes it is definitely more difficult than others. When there is a loss, particularly, it is hard to snap back or even to climb out of the sadness.

But we all make those choices sooner or later, if we are lucky to live long enough. I am closer to my end then to the beginning (I certainly hope, lol).

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

This was my favorite part:

"The Clock of Choices was ticking down: it was time
to make changes. No one else could have power
over me, but me."

Once you really grasp that concept and the power that we all have, if only we choose to use it, life becomes a lot more enjoyable, despite the challenges we all face.

We all have our own dragons. I am sure a lot of folks will identify strongly with the struggle and the desire to overcome and even triumph.

Nice work!

*Thumbsup*

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

P.S. I love to read and send reviews. I am a pretty simple sort when all is said and done. I don't let many get in the way of my enjoyment here and it seems to work better that way all around. It has been lovely to visit with you! *Heart*

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

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