[Critique Group 2] 6-29-23 Group-2 critiques.docx

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6-29-23 Group-2 Critiques

 

1. Joan's piece:

 

Oh boy, this is a tough one! Well, we'll begin by proposing that the
Ginsberg of the title is the poet, Allen Ginsberg. Does the lion represent a
source of concrete fear? Something anyone would run from having nothing to
do with the neighbor's automatic assumption of the reason for his "crazy
running out the door?" I even just reread "Howl" to see if there were
references that I missed. Great poem but no help. I can't see that the lion
represents any of the famous Beats that he hung with. I guess what I am
saying is, sorry, I don't get this one!

 

2. Leonard's piece:

 

This piece collects various examples of humanity's ongoing poisoning of the
Earth's air. The Moon, Mercury and Neptune are not viable places to live due
to excessive heat or cold; not to mention no air. Here on June 29, 2023
Canada still burns and the air in parts of New York, Pennsylvania and New
Jersey is considered unhealthy for folks with breathing issues. It is also
one of two pieces submitted for today's Group-2 session about the same very
concerning subject. The piece is a powerful indictment of humanity's
determined destruction of our only living option.

 

3. Sandra's piece:

 

This piece speaks of the snow-drop (Galanthus). The hearty harbinger of
spring which can bloom in February. I happen to be a great fan of the
snow-drop, the first thing to bloom even before the crocus. It is a symbol
of hope for the future. For positive change and growth. I think in this
piece, it also speaks of the growth of supportive positive communication
leading to the author's personal developing of her own spring and summer. I
very much like this piece!

 

4. Valerie's piece:

 

This piece sounds like a tribute to a dear human or feline friend. It could
be referencing a beloved spiritual being as well. It speaks of beauty, trust
and belief. This being, and her singing provides comfort and ignites joy. I
look forward to learning who it is actually about. 

 

 

 

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