Ode to the Frontiersman
The first true American hero28 total reviews
Comment from Willie P. Smith
This definitely deserves a six, but I just used my last one. Your rhyme is great and the story of your poem is clearly understandable. This poem should do very well in the contest.
reply by the author on 05-Aug-2019
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This definitely deserves a six, but I just used my last one. Your rhyme is great and the story of your poem is clearly understandable. This poem should do very well in the contest.
Comment Written 05-Aug-2019
reply by the author on 05-Aug-2019
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I am delighted you enjoyed my ode, Willie, and thought it worthy of a six. Many thanks for sharing.
Comment from WryWriter
Your poem depicts the cowboy well. The poem has good flow and rhyming scheme. I especially liked the first two stanzas. Good artwork choice for theme.
reply by the author on 05-Aug-2019
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Your poem depicts the cowboy well. The poem has good flow and rhyming scheme. I especially liked the first two stanzas. Good artwork choice for theme.
Comment Written 05-Aug-2019
reply by the author on 05-Aug-2019
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I am quite flattered you felt my ode was worthy of six bright stars, WryWriter. Many thanks for your high praise.
Comment from Dolly'sPoems
I really enjoyed your story, your rhymes and flow, this is a great poem filled with all the good things this man did to forge a frontier, a time when men were men and women were glad of 'em, much enjoyed, love Dolly x
reply by the author on 05-Aug-2019
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I really enjoyed your story, your rhymes and flow, this is a great poem filled with all the good things this man did to forge a frontier, a time when men were men and women were glad of 'em, much enjoyed, love Dolly x
Comment Written 05-Aug-2019
reply by the author on 05-Aug-2019
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Hi Dolly. I am so pleased you enjoyed my ode to the American Frontiersman.
Comment from Diana L Crawford
This is a wonderful tribute to the pioneer men who dealt with some of the harshest conditions. The picture reminds me of Daniel Boone, one of the most famous of these frontiersmen! Good luck in your contest!
reply by the author on 05-Aug-2019
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This is a wonderful tribute to the pioneer men who dealt with some of the harshest conditions. The picture reminds me of Daniel Boone, one of the most famous of these frontiersmen! Good luck in your contest!
Comment Written 04-Aug-2019
reply by the author on 05-Aug-2019
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I am delighted you enjoyed my tribute to the American Frontiersman, Diana, and truly appreciate your kind praise.
Comment from Alcreator Litt Dear
This cowboy poem speaks an ode to the Frontiersman, the first true American hero, highlights his true fighting spirit hand to hand, action against immigrants to grow own nation and his chivalric activities; well said, well done. Liked and enjoyed the read. Keep Writing, Inspiring, Changing
reply by the author on 04-Aug-2019
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This cowboy poem speaks an ode to the Frontiersman, the first true American hero, highlights his true fighting spirit hand to hand, action against immigrants to grow own nation and his chivalric activities; well said, well done. Liked and enjoyed the read. Keep Writing, Inspiring, Changing
Comment Written 04-Aug-2019
reply by the author on 04-Aug-2019
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I am delighted you enjoyed my tribute to America?s first true hero.
Comment from Janetsue
I'm glad your wrote this because I automatically thought about Davy Crockett. I remember the Walt Disney series back in the 1950s that made Fess Parker a star. I think there are about a hundred lines to the song, 'The Ballad of Davy Crockett'. This is a super posting and I wish you the best with the contest.
reply by the author on 04-Aug-2019
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I'm glad your wrote this because I automatically thought about Davy Crockett. I remember the Walt Disney series back in the 1950s that made Fess Parker a star. I think there are about a hundred lines to the song, 'The Ballad of Davy Crockett'. This is a super posting and I wish you the best with the contest.
Comment Written 03-Aug-2019
reply by the author on 04-Aug-2019
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Yes, that series was one of my favorites, too, and the song does seem to have a hundred lines. Many thanks for your high praise of my ode.
Comment from Janice Canerdy
Your tribute to frontiersmen is well-written. You have made excellent use
of specific details to describe the white man--heroes--taming of the country--right down to the areas already owned by native Americans.
reply by the author on 03-Aug-2019
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Your tribute to frontiersmen is well-written. You have made excellent use
of specific details to describe the white man--heroes--taming of the country--right down to the areas already owned by native Americans.
Comment Written 03-Aug-2019
reply by the author on 03-Aug-2019
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We can admire the Frontiersman for his courage and savvy. Most admired the Native Americans and often lived with them and like them chose NOT to possess the land. The farmers and land speculators were the culprits who stole the land. Many thanks for your kind praise, Janice.
Comment from Jannypan (Jan)
You did a great job, Mystery Author, with your contest entry. I enjoyed reading it. Your words flow smoothly with great historical details to add to the enjoyment. The rhymes are great, too. Thanks for sharing and best wishes. Jan
reply by the author on 03-Aug-2019
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You did a great job, Mystery Author, with your contest entry. I enjoyed reading it. Your words flow smoothly with great historical details to add to the enjoyment. The rhymes are great, too. Thanks for sharing and best wishes. Jan
Comment Written 03-Aug-2019
reply by the author on 03-Aug-2019
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Thank you so much, Jan for your kind praise of my ode. I?m glad you enjoyed my little history lesson.
Comment from Sandra Stoner-Mitchell
I always watched the last of the Mohicans on the television when I was a young girl. It was the only way us kids in the UK had a taste of the American life as they claimed the land as their own. It's only now I feel sorry for the Indian nations but back then it all looked so exciting. This is an excellent contest entry you've told the tale and followed the rules. The story was brilliant. A virtual 6, my friend. :) Sandra xxx
reply by the author on 03-Aug-2019
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I always watched the last of the Mohicans on the television when I was a young girl. It was the only way us kids in the UK had a taste of the American life as they claimed the land as their own. It's only now I feel sorry for the Indian nations but back then it all looked so exciting. This is an excellent contest entry you've told the tale and followed the rules. The story was brilliant. A virtual 6, my friend. :) Sandra xxx
Comment Written 03-Aug-2019
reply by the author on 03-Aug-2019
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Ironically, we did not get that program where I grew up in America. I am so pleased you like my ode and found it informative. I also appreciate the virtual six.
Comment from HarryT
I have re-read. I see what you are saying. OK I have revised my rating to Excellent. But I would still not use the term "Injuns." I believe it is considered pejorative.
reply by the author on 03-Aug-2019
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I have re-read. I see what you are saying. OK I have revised my rating to Excellent. But I would still not use the term "Injuns." I believe it is considered pejorative.
Comment Written 03-Aug-2019
reply by the author on 03-Aug-2019
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Hi Harry, I appreciate your sharing my ode, but please reread it. The rhyme pattern is ABCB throughout. I used ?injuns? because it was commonplace then and I do not think readers will find it offensive.
