Adam.gutteridge's comments

Here's the list of comments submitted by adam.gutteridge — There are currently 75 comments total.

	Thank you for your kind comment. 1 month ago	View
	Congratulations to Jordan on a fantastic win! And congratulations to all on the list. I echo what Randy said, it is an honour to be part of the competition. I wasn’t writing at all this time last year and now it is a very important part of my life. The community is so supportive . I’d like to give a special mention to John (Vixility). His encouragement is a huge reason that I continued to write after my first entry. And I know he has done the same for many others. Thank you to the poetry team and the soulful, warm and super-talented community. more » 3 months ago	View
	Likewise Randy. I couldn’t have said it better. It truly is a wonderful community of the best kind of people. I feel proud to be a part of it. 3 months ago	View
	Thank you Philipo, I very much appreciate it. 3 months ago	View
	Thank so much Robin. It really means a lot to me. 3 months ago	View
	Thank you very much for the kind comment John. And congratulations on your “Candy Land” poem and the win. 3 months ago	View
	This poem very much aligns with my personal views. I’ve seen many fully grown adults in my time, scrabbling around for more than their share of “candy”; whether it’s material things or the chance to be close to someone who could further their cause (rather than someone else’s!). I love the “candy” metaphor, and the pandemonium of the children fighting for it is really very visual. Children or adults - “For candy they will punch and pound” (you bet they will!). A great piece of writing John with a strong and defiant finish! I admire the way you always manage to write in such poetic language! Well done and congratulations on the win! more » 3 months ago	View
	Thanks Chrissy 3 months ago	View
	Thanks Steve. And congratulations again for your win with “ Mortally Wounded: A Soldier’s Tale”. 3 months ago	View
	A real gem is this one Steve. This poem really showcases your talent as a writer. Fabulously written with a seamless rhyme scheme (which is really hard to pull off!). What a scene you set with this poor soldier on the brink of death; only to be lifted and saved by the love he and his wife share. This was bookmarked in my top three and I couldn’t honestly separate them. Congratulations on your win Steve! more » 3 months ago	View
	Thank you Sharon. I really appreciate your comment. Well done for rescuing that kitten and nursing her back to health. What a stroke of luck that you found her! Maybe you will write a poem about her story (I’d love to read it if you do!). Well done with your “The Conflicted Perception” poem by the way. A perfect reminder that perception is everything. more » 3 months ago	View
	Thank you so much Doug. I really appreciate your kind words. I give credit to my parents for caring and showing kindness. Thanks again and many congratulations on your win with the fabulous “ Blue Horizons”. 3 months ago	View
	A lovely poem with great story telling. An inspiration to go out and live life! The rhythm flowed really well from the very first line and the whole piece was very well-written. A truly well-deserved win Doug. Congratulations!! more » 3 months ago	View
	Thanks so much Celeste. It’s lovely of you to say that as my main aim was for the poem to be a tribute to Ben. Thank you again. 3 months ago	View
	I really enjoyed this poem Celeste. I did feel some sympathy for the subject character having fallen under the spell of ‘the bottle’ and having come from a difficult background. But I really like the ultimate message of taking back control and the love for oneself. Well done! more » 3 months ago	View
	Thanks Randy. Congratulation's again on your win! 3 months ago	View
	Another great poem from you Randy. I always enjoy your work. I feel like this poem should be printed and distributed to the masses! A perfect poetic guide to living a thoughtful and soulful life. Like all of your poems, it’s plain to see that it comes from a place of warmth, goodness and integrity. Many congratulations on your win! more » 3 months ago	View
	Thank you so much Susan. I’m over the moon that you enjoyed the poem. And congratulations on your win too with the fantastic “Time’s Comedic Architect” 3 months ago	View
	What a brilliantly written poem! I love the spirit that underpins this piece; highlighting the real essence of what’s inside all of us (whatever age we are). Congratulations Susan! A really enjoyable and thought-provoking read. more » 3 months ago	View
	A beautiful celebration of nature! 3 months ago	View
	I really love this poem John. “And owns my bright blue days with gray” resonates with me and the way I have felt in the past. I love the defiance running through the poem and the unwillingness to lie down when challenged by sadness and troubles. Truly inspiring writing my friend. This one really hit home! more » 3 months ago	View
	I love the scheme/structure of the poem—the way the last line of each stanza knits the previous ones together. It sounds like an unforgettable sight that you and your grandmother saw. It’s amazing how a moment can stay with us forever. A wonderful poem coloured with mystery and intrigue. Moreover, a precious memory of your grandmother encapsulated in a piece of art. Brilliant John! Thank you for sharing this. more » 4 months ago	View
	Thank you very much for taking the time to comment on my poem Carmi. It really means a lot to me that you enjoyed it. Your “Serpents and Doves” is a really powerful wake-up call to us all. Its powerful theme really got me thinking about how we must cherish and uphold all that we hold dear. I love your use of serpents and doves being analogous to the opposing points made throughout the poem. Great stuff! more » 4 months ago	View
	I love the concise nature of this poem. No wasted words, like a single painted picture put into words. You are truly gifted John, and I learn more about writing every time I read your work. Congratulations on your win! more » 4 months ago	View
	Such a well written piece with a very uplifting message. Congratulations Robert! 4 months ago	View