"First Flight" by Samuel V. R. Joseph

Oh, my. I'm repaying your visit to my page, and this is the first thing I find. Both a fine poem and a wonderful artist I had not seen before.

When it comes to poetry less is often more and this is a job well done.

Samuel V. R. Joseph replies: "Thank you very much! Both for the comment and for repaying my visit (although they're actually the same thing, really... haha) I'm very glad you liked the poem!"

Poems as well! This is so nice--really. You flex your creative mind in many different ways.

Samuel V. R. Joseph replies: "Hehe, glad you like =) Thanks for commenting!"

Wow this is beautiful! Loved it. Flows well, and although it's short, I think it doesn't need lengthening. Anyway, well written!

Samuel V. R. Joseph replies: "Thanks! I'm glad you liked it =) I'm off to visit your shelf now..."

This flows v.nicely and painted a really nice pic for me, thank you.
*snoops*

Samuel V. R. Joseph replies: "You're welcome Claire! Snoop away! =)"

Hehe, pretty good Sam! I like the concept (and the art) behind this. Keep it up!

Samuel V. R. Joseph replies: "Thanks for the comment! Glad you liked it =)"

Your prolific talents never cease do they? Comedy, epic fantasy, sci-fi and now poetry. Excellent! The only part that didn't really grab me was the first rhyme. It rhymes on paper but not audibly. I know it is probably allowed but that's one of my pet peeves about poetry. I think if it was 'kin' instead of 'kind' it would sound better to me. Just a personal preference, which really can't be considered a critique if it is within the rules of poetry. But the rest of the poem deserves nothing but glowing remarks. Wow, you have excellent rhythmic flow. I've read a lot of poetry here on the woods that struggles with meter but not this one. I could really sense how the dragon felt and the language was creative. Too bad the art gallery link doesn't work anymore. Nice job.

Samuel V. R. Joseph replies: "Well I certainly hope they don't cease! =D Heh. Thanks for the wonderful comment! About the "kin" and "kind" -- personally, I like it fine just the way it is, but it's a good point anyway, and I'm glad you brought it up. Thanks again!"

Beautiful, Sam! I love this one! It's exquisite. Bravo!

Samuel V. R. Joseph replies: "Thanks! =) I'm very glad you liked it!"

Wow! This is a beautiful poem... You did the rhyme and rhythm perfectly!! ^^ I wish I were as good as you... hehe.

Samuel V. R. Joseph replies: "Thank you! Well everyone's different, so you can be (are) good in your own way! Erm =P"

Very nice indeed Sam! I especially liked the last two lines. =D

Samuel V. R. Joseph replies: "Sorry for the late reply... thanks! =)"

Hey Sam, I really liked this. Poetry has always had a special place in my heart. Thought I'd let you know that the link to the artist is broken, or rather EW can't find her anymore.
Keep up the writing.

Samuel V. R. Joseph replies: "Thanks for the comment, Melissa! I'm glad you liked it =) And yes, I shall have to fix that link..."