Choices of the Week
Third Installment, and a New Look!
by
Debra Rose
(Age: 21)
copyright 07-11-2005
Age Rating: 4 to 127
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Welcome back to choices of the week! Yes, yes, yes, I realize this is up a day early, but I just couldn't wait any longer!
You might notice a slight remodeling of the layout of the column, which I hope enjoy. I did this to not only make things easier to sort through and more aesthetically pleasing, but in consideration of our younger readers. Not only am I trying to feature works more suitable for youth and adults 10+, but I have included an age rating beside each review to help make the interface more accommodating. And speaking of accommodating, I made this initially in word, so there should not only be less spelling errors, but less grammatical errors as well.
Also, there are more than two works listed under our theme. This is because I felt that all these works were wonderful enough to be recognized, and resurrected back to life. So tell me what you think about the changes, and as always: any suggestions for works, layout, or anything else, is greatly appreciated!
And congratulations to everyone who was featured!
Before getting started, I would like to inform you all of a special feature in today’s column. This work is something that I believe deserves attention from us all, as it was written on something that has affected, not only the world, but the very hearts of us all. This event was the terrorist bombings of our stoic cousins in London.
This work is featured in honor to our lost cousins in London, who died in the recent terrorist bombings. Thank you to Brian for writing this, and I hope it is known that our prayers are with them all.
With that said, thank you for reading, and please stop by and show your support.
On with the column.
Theme This weeks theme is “Lost in Workshop.” Have you ever noticed the many works, dated back months, sometimes painful years, ago? These works are not only lost by the readers, but forgotten by their very writers themselves, it seems. So I’ve decided, in an attempt to breathe new life back into them, to feature just a few of these works here.
Misty’s style of writing is something which gives her an advantage over me. Being a fan of the lost generation era, and authors such as Stein, Elliot, and Lewis, I am inclined to not only adore, but chose as a favorite someone who writes similarly to said authors. Montier combines both free verse and lyrical rhythm in this masterpiece of post-modernistic writing, begging a lover to return in not only a beautiful, but an entrancing poetical piece that begs to be read, and read again. (Age Rating: 10-127)
Walt’s works, over his long stay here at PNP, have gotten not only progressively enchanting, but spun in a complicated rhythm and form which cause the reader to look closer, and think harder, about every word he says. In this piece, Walt compares life and the world in a haunting symbolism of a mere photograph, and its life. So far, with only one comment, this work is definitely a hidden treasure—a diamond waiting to be seen. (Age Rating: 7-127 )
This work leaves me without a doubt, that Thompson is the type of woman I could only hope to be, both in strength and forgiveness. Coming from the perspective of the wife, this poem tells a tale of a physically abusive relationship, and the wife who is determined to survive. (Age Rating: 13-127)
Ah, coming of age. A time of first loves, first heartaches, and the first view outside of the protective shell of youth. Bringing back a flood of remembered emotions, this work cites the pain of realizing that all that was beautiful in childhood, is not as it seems as you grow. (Age Rating: 10-127)
"Bang. Bang." is written in a definitive tone, echoing with the wisdom of an ageless soul, with the passion only youth can possess. Filled with the aching, ever present angst of life, Caitlin M. presents a cynical view on the way in which people of all ages handle it, and the out of control violence which fills our society today. This poem is something that is a must to any collection. (Age Rating: 10-127)
A tale that happens far too often today, and strikes far too close to home for many of us. Tackling an issue which seems to only grow, Toni S. gives a sad dedication to a lost loved one, of a tragedy that could have been prevented. This is a work I believe needs to be read, with a message that cannot be ignored. (Age Rating: 10-127)
An interesting little ditty that for some odd reason, reminds me of a woman speaking to a drunken James Bond. This work echoes with hints of many classic English spy movies, and definitely something that will leave a grin on your face. (Age rating: 10-127)
Maybe it's just my Sailor Moon infatuation, or the fact that Haruka is a lead character, but this Sailor Moon fanfiction, based off of her dreams, not only proved Voletto's talents, but provides an entertaining tale that leaves you only wanting more! (Age Rating: 10-127)
A shocking tribute to 9/11...the imagery and symbolism will leave you shaking, and the story will leave your throat dry. There is not much else I can say in review…this is a work that must be read, in order to truly be explained.(Age Rating: 16-127)
"Daybreak Opus I" is a true classic from the PnP vaults. Originally debuting in December of 2003, this is one amongst the many works in which Joan displayed her exquisite talents of imagery and symbolism, giving a tantalizing perspective on night and day that says more by its brevity than any speech could give. (Age Rating: 1-127)
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Thank you again, I feel very honoured to be in this great company.
Also my thanks to everyone who has shown such great support for us here in the UK.
Of course I can't miss out Debra Rose. How you manage to find the time for all you do is beyond me. I'm begining to think that like Bob you never sleep.
Thanks for doing this, Debra. I can't believe that I have been chosen twice already. It has only been 18 months since I wrote my very first poem. What an adventure!
Thank L.M.D.
Where do you find all this energy and expertise, you keep amazing me.
Again I must thank you, and everyone else, for the support you are giving us here in the UK.
Together we are more than a match for any terrorist.
I'm pleased to see that you have acknowledged us younger writers.