Scallywag's Little Song: a sonnet

[ICSoria]

Hi Sid,
   I realize that this is a very elementary poem to someone with your experience (and frankly, even to mine), but it was and is a learning tool. Reading your post was like standing naked in front of the class at first, but everything you said rang true. So, I will definitely try your advice although i forsee basically an entire rewrite
   Thanks for the feeback and tutorial. I am inching along through the self-education process and these words of experience are certainly appreciated

I hope none of my words came across as abrasive in any way. If they ever do, it may be it’s because I am averse to using smilies and lols in my critiques. And the last thing I want to come across as is condescending because, as you say, it is all indeed a learning experience--for all of us. I simply prefer to put my opinion forth honestly. Trust me, I and many of your fellow writers share similar hesitant feelings no matter the level at which we may find ourselves at present—at least we all should, because none of us will be announcing anytime soon we have learned everything and require no further growth. Personally, I find myself attempting to polish pieces just a little more and setting a higher standard for myself, because of certain writers I look up to now--Translation: I am not quite as confident as I was not so long ago. You have the right to consider what you want of anyone's critique and reject what you disagree with. I do not become offended if you have a point to argue either. And if you feel as though you’re naked before a class, trust that you are part of a larger club. Consider it a sign of growth, even as you give yourself a little pat on the back for being brave enough to call attention to your writing. But don’t let anyone stop you from continuing to write.

Sid