| Author of the poem |
 ROSES Rose Oakes Chandler Farrar
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| Poem |
The Word I'd Be
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Allowed to be.. unfettered by constraints to heed
No stigma regarding culture, color, rule, or creed
Fervently wishing to release.. whoever is in need
Figuratively, literally, I'd make a stand and plead
Wishing the right, same for all individuals indeed
Desired word and state of being is .. "FREED" ..
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| By ROSES
| Author's Comments: | | Whose original challenge this was I don't know..It was someone from old blue and I'd like to give them credit if only I knew ..who? (Does anyone remember?) I have always loved this word and it's meaning of course. If you wish to write about your favorite word to be.. Let me know please - I would love to come read. ROSES aka Rose Oakes Chandler Farrar (formerly MysteryMys on the old blue site) Copyrights in the U.S. and Internationally | From the author's book: | | Chapter: Inspirational | | Poem first accepted for publication on Feb 26 2007 | Review this poem | | Add this Author to my favorites | | Send message to ROSES | | |
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Wouldn't that be wonderful if every person was freed? Not too sure about the criminals and terrorists, though, unless they were to become freed of the ... |           | Reviewed by Char
| I dont know how i missed from this one Rose, i have read from it a few times and thought I had, then i went to re-read from my comments and oops there ... |           | Reviewed by Dee
| I do remember this challenge, but sorry, can't help you with who placed it... but truly Rose you have choosen a wonderful word, and in this day and ag ... |           | Reviewed by Lonelyriver
| Aha! A challenge from ancient days! Well, that doesn't matter, I'll have to take it on anyway, hee hee. I love how you structured this one, Rose, a ... |           | Reviewed by Juvie
| A very good word to have as a favorite, Rose. I love the way you have used it in this poem. It means so much here. So far we do still have that in the ... |           | Reviewed by Janmp
| Great word, great message. Many things have been freed, slaves was the first that came to mind. This one makes you think! Hugs Benita ... |           | Reviewed by dahmom
| I remember the challenge, but not who started it. lol. You have chosen a great word to be, It sure stands for a whole lot. "Freed" nice choice. ... |           | Reviewed by jay5
| The freedom that you seek is understood purely and satisfactorily as the need to be independent in every way has its own mercy. Thanks for sharing - a ... |           | Reviewed by
| This wonderful poem has great rhyming and a great message. So much said in so few words, it gives us pause to consider our own freedoms and how hard w ... |           | Reviewed by Nicollette
| This was really a wonderful word to be, and you have given your readers so much to ponder with this write, well done dear poet, you created a wondful ... |           | Reviewed by Gpsylady
| Amazing word, for it has many avenues to take. An inspriring write to say the very least. Nice job.
WovenMagic ... |           | Reviewed by
| Rose, This is such an awesome poem you have penned out.. Freed is a fantastic word to be.. Free as a bird and don't have to worry about all of lifes c ... |           | Reviewed by luricsam
| "Freed" is a very cool word that stirs up things in people. It implies having been in bondage of some kind. Very good choice of word. Mine would be "H ... |           | Reviewed by
| This iS truly a wonderful challenger response here!...I also was from old blue as musicalboxedancer...I do not remember this challenger tho I had star ... |           | Reviewed by enchantedpoetess
| Oh to be free of all of the above --no worries, no discrimination to fly above all just as the rose.
To let each color have the same respect..
this ... |           | Reviewed by Aki
| I truly love this poem ..there are so many things in life that can drag us down and how many of trulyy long to be completely free..if only that were p ... |           | Reviewed by lost-in-a-dream
| What a wonderful word "FREED" is Rose, and you have described it well! - There are so many things that we would like to be freed from, and others that ... |           | Reviewed by Maggie
| HI ROSE HOPE U R WELL EXCELLENT POEM HERE MY DEAR FRIEND LOVE THE WORDING & TRUTH WITH IN THEM BLESSED BE TO YOU ROSE SABLE ... |           | Reviewed by sablelady
| Freed is a nice word. Freed from everything. Grief and worry, folly and regrets. Freed from literal slavery and the figurative slavery of things. Some ... |           | Reviewed by callednow
| Hello my friend, sorry I dont remember who it was either so I cant help there but I do like this write it is lovley and words well chosen with a perfe ... |           | Reviewed by s7716
| I read this twice, it has strong meaning. Great idea.
Words are so wonderful, and your word is one of our most important one. Enjoyed
kjm ... |           | Reviewed by KarenJeanMarie
| I really like thi spoem! The meanings behind every line is immeasurable, but absolutely a true powerhouse of a poem! I like the fact and the line of ... |           | Reviewed by grandniem
| GREAT JOB ... your poem says it all. This poem really makes you think. I pray it opens eyes and hearts. A message for us all. Bravo ... |           | Reviewed by marysue1950
| WELL THIS POEM OUGHT TO FREE YOU IN MIND AND SPIRIT. IT WAS A PURE PLEASURE TO FEEL THE EMOTIONAL AND ENERGY YOU DEVELOPED HERE. IMAGERY WAS ABUNDANT ... |           | Reviewed by CDEEDS
| your poem is truly inspirational, it gives the meaning clearly of freed, your poem flows smoothly too.It has deep meaning for all to read. ... |           | Reviewed by Rags334436
| It is a magical word conjuring up the picture of a free spirit aloft on wings of joy. Your presentation is very good. A great write~~florin ... |           | Reviewed by florin
| I wonder if there is a word
That could truly describe me
I'm sure it's not a word I've heard
So, I think that I should be ~ "Lexis" ~
Excellent ... |           | Reviewed by Dark Moon
| Oh this is GOOD! I love the way you presented this idea and the form it took. The rhyme is perfect and Of course the last word is very powerful. And ... |           | Reviewed by
| Roses, this is one of the most heart touching poems I've yet to read on the site. You have taken the MOST important word from the dictionary and spok ... |           | Reviewed by prettyduck
| Oh, this is fantastic. I, too, love this word and so admire what you have penned here. So well said, dear one. Bravo. Greetings, André ... |           | Reviewed by
| Marvelously done with superb rhyming and flow... that can't have been easy but you did it with distinction! Bravo Rose! Best wishes, Keith ... |           | Reviewed by bickerstaffe
| Oh girlfriend, this is fantastic, I must think of one, but you sure piced an excellent one for sure! Right on...Love Lela xo ... |           | Reviewed by songbirdllc
| Rose I think we all want to be free. So I like the feel of the write. I think you have written a great write...Teri ... |           | Reviewed by TCart
| Perfect word to meditate upon and also pray that all people would be freed. I would choose my word to be LOVE...for in love of the Lord we all will b ... |           | Reviewed by Plantation
| Well Rose, you could not have picked a better word. it shows where your true heart resides, in being a free spiritual person and bringing that same gi ... |           | Reviewed by evidenceofyou
| Defining ones self by word.. or perhaps choosing a word that is self defining.. then again.. just down right enjoying a word! I enjoyed your work.. an ... |           | Reviewed by
| it is an awesome word that you've chosen...to be free, or to be freed ,of ones burdens, and ideas etc...it may be the second most favorite word, next ... |           | Reviewed by ShyThunder
| Indeed, one of those perfect words! Rich in meaning that extends much further and higher, burns more brightly in the heart and soul. Perfect! ... |           | Reviewed by Shirley
| Rose this just another to add to my favourities. As always a pleasure to read.
love and light my friend
Agnes ... |           | Reviewed by agnespaddy
| This is such a clever thought for a poem and you have presented your idea in such a lovely manner. You have captured the true meaning of the word and ... |           | Reviewed by Melissa in Tokyo
| Rose, a great word to be..unique challenge also. Love the way you penned this poem, rhyme & flowed off the page beautifully!
hugs/Linda ... |           | Reviewed by poet_77
| If I understand your challenge correctly, I am to select a word and them compose a poem in which each line rhymes with the word I select. Your poem do ... |           | Reviewed by bigtsure
| Some liars will tell you that I never pass up a challenge. Actually, I never pass up a challenge that strikes my imagination, such as describe a scene ... |           | Reviewed by
| Aha, So that's who you are...I will do this.... I love a challenge and this poem is an inspiration and I will let you know in a new review as there is ... |           | Reviewed by Mollie
| is this not a word you are? I wouldn't like to think your freedom was limited! This poem works so well with the mono-rhyming, and the content is what ... |           | Reviewed by
| Truly a creative and inspiring poem. I loved it.
You picked a wonderful word that's for sure.
Perfectly written and a pleasure to read and revi ... |           | Reviewed by sjogard
| Wonderful, in challenge and substance! Six lines of closed rhyme which manage to convey so much ... yes, indeed FREED! *Smiles shared* Alas ... |           | Reviewed by
| Unique idea Rose...I have so many favorite words......and favorite lines, like melt like butter...and off the wall good....as for words, whisper and l ... |           | Reviewed by joeysgirl1
| this is a wonderful idea and so original in style yes it sounds to me like your a woman with a big heart compassionate and free spirit lovely write ho ... |           | Reviewed by mandydakin
| Freed. Awesome word and as you have shown us has many meanings, all coming down to the same thing. Good one girl and what an idea. Have to think this ... |           | Reviewed by Gungalo
| I think you might free a few with these thoughts. I really like your wish. I'm with you.Good read. ... |           | Reviewed by Joebirdies
| beautifully expressed and well written. I don't know if we've been free so long that we've forgotten the awesomeness of not living in bondage. Kathy ... |           | Reviewed by kgcummings
| this is a neat poem to read, Rose's. the meaning you gave to it and the wording is perfect.
thanks for sharing. ... |           | Reviewed by lkcgrant
| I loved how you did the definition first, carrying us guessing until that most powerful word FREED! This is on heck of a write and one heck of a visio ... |           | Reviewed by catmor
| I can't do it Roses. Believe it or not youchose my word. With Jesus I am forever freed of guilt, freed of sorrow and freed from eternal damnation. Vey ... |           | Reviewed by RAVENSWOOD
| I LOVE THIS POEM AND THE PREMISS, HMMM WHAT IS MY FAVORITE WORD??? I WANT TO TRY THIS ONE , SO MANY WORDS SO LITTLE TIME ... |           | Reviewed by Pussywillow Rose
| Great stanza rhyme and a thoughtful idea behind this. Who would not want to be freed? This is very creative and I think I will play along but it will ... |           | Reviewed by aliciag
| i love it too because you have to be imprisoned to be freed adn what a pwerful thing to gain freedom from restaint,, well done here rose ... |           | Reviewed by rodsnod
| What a clever idea. I will have to try this. You say so much in 5 short lines. A simplistic, and realistic read. I'm already trying to decided what wo ... |           | Reviewed by
| this is a perfect challenge dearie -- the title alone set my mind racing -- I know exactly the word I wish to be and wlll write it for you as soon as ... |           | Reviewed by HalfHoff
| hi rose, you picked a very meaningful word and wrote about it perfectly. i truly enjoyed your idea. my best to you. cole ... |           | Reviewed by collector1
| (:13:) Very well written poem Roses - it has excellent rhyme and I think FREED is a good word to be - I enjoyed the other reviews you received and it ... |           | Reviewed by elkosirylara510
| Pick a word you'd like to be-FREED! Well described and a great answer to this challenge. This has good rhyme and is a good choice of words. ... |           | Reviewed by
| Freed is a very nice word. Now you have me thinking about this little diddy. smiles. This is very nicely expressed. B R A V O ... |           | Reviewed by Scarlettdreams
| what a great idea Rose... and you have picked a mighty word... i wonder what mine would be? I will give this challenge a try I think... beautifully do ... |           | Reviewed by Tracey-Leigh
| How very clever and inspiring. I will have to think about it, but I will do this. I like to look though the dictionary. Your poem has great rhyme and ... |           | Reviewed by
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