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Quaterns: Observations on Life

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Comment from Nanette Mary
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Hullo Adewpearl ....

Like you, I often marvel at the beauty of the Dandelion flower of which we have so many growing here.
Using your chosen Quatern format, you have presented us with plenty of vivid imagery and I enjoyed reading what you have written.
Thank you for sharing this with us and I wish you well in the Contest.
With love from ..... Nanette Mary.

 Comment Written 21-Nov-2009

reply by the author on 21-Nov-2009
    Thank you, Nanette Mary - glad you like the use of the quatern in this tribute to the dandelion :-) And I truly appreciate your kind contest wishes! Brooke :-)
Comment from Jordan Rose
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Very nice, even with the modification of the final line! And you may be the only person to pick the dandelion as a favorite flower! I always thought they were lovely, but that may be because my dad used to tell me, "Go pick all the pretty yellow flowers in the yard for mommy." Back then I thought I was doing something special. Now I realize he was getting me out of his hair! Jordan

 Comment Written 21-Nov-2009

reply by the author on 21-Nov-2009
    Thank you, Jordan. Hey, you were doing something special - as a mom I can tell you I cherished every dandelion ever picked for me :-) Brooke
Comment from Belinda Amy Pantyboy
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Very impressed with the "G" alliteration in this very colourful poem. The colour of the background sets this off.Like the rhyming patern and this was such a joy to read.This is an excellent entry and very good luck in the contest.

 Comment Written 21-Nov-2009

reply by the author on 21-Nov-2009
    Thank you, my friend - I'm so glad you enjoyed this ode to dandelions :-) Brooke
Comment from sibhus
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This is so cool Brooke. I really like the Dandelions as well. I know they are suppose to be a weed, but when they are in bloom all acroos the yard it always looks so cheerful. I hate to mow them, because then the yard is just a bland slate of green. Great poem and good luck in the contest.

 Comment Written 21-Nov-2009

reply by the author on 21-Nov-2009
    Thank you, sibhus - all lawn owners should feel the way you do!! Brooke :-)
Comment from whizpurr ^-^
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Hi Pearly One,
This is a beautiful, lively poem. It reminded me of the one that you wrote as a tribute to your daughter some time ago which I enjoyed so much. It also reminded me of my daughter in law. When she came from the Philippines, she had never seen dandilions before and she thought they were just terrific. I agree... they are lovely to look at but not so fun to dig out of the veggie patch!!! Great poem.
Hugs, Whizpurr ^-^

 Comment Written 21-Nov-2009

reply by the author on 21-Nov-2009
    Thank you, my friend - your daughter in law obviously has great taste!! :-) Brooke
Comment from Soulester
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Hi, Brooke, Who are we to decide which are flowers and which are weeds?! I for one love to discover wild flowers in cityscapes. Your ode to dandelions has that burst of brightness, just like the hardy, bright blooms. LOve it! Mary

 Comment Written 21-Nov-2009

reply by the author on 21-Nov-2009
    Thank you, Mary. If they look pretty, smell nice, attract bees and sit on stems, they're flowers to me! LOL Brooke
Comment from Gary D. Hardy
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Wonderful poem this is. Easy smooth flow. awesome rhyme. Bright uplifting colors, I just simply loved this one.. Warm regards-----------------Gary

 Comment Written 21-Nov-2009

reply by the author on 21-Nov-2009
    Thanks so much, Gary - so glad you enjoyed this tribute to my favorite flower :-) Brooke
Comment from perunest
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I doubt many poems have been written in
honor of the dandelion, but it sure is a
bright and hardy one that has no need for
"the aid of human hand." You've given the
dandelion new dignity and recognition - good
luck in the contest! Carolyn

 Comment Written 21-Nov-2009

reply by the author on 21-Nov-2009
    Thank you, Carolyn - thank you for your supportive and warm comments - I do love this flower :-) Brooke
Comment from Susanne M. Psyris
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Brooke, this is great!!! The dandelion is so overlooked...you have given it its props. This form (quatern) is a good choice for expressing your words. Nice flow and rhyme...this will be a very strong contender in the contest. Wish you best of luck. Hugs and smiles, Susanne

 Comment Written 21-Nov-2009

reply by the author on 21-Nov-2009
    Thank you so much, Susanne - I appreciate your warm and encouraging comments :-) Brooke
Comment from HalfHoff
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I believe that dandelions are flowers too -- and they make great wine and wonderful chains for golden locks and little wrists. Lovely, really lovely write - best of luck in the voting booth! Lea Ann

 Comment Written 20-Nov-2009

reply by the author on 21-Nov-2009
    Thank you, Lea Ann. My grandpa used to make dandelion wine :-) Brooke