I'm But a Purple Thistle
reflective quatrains100 total reviews
Comment from DecrepitOldBag
Brooke, how lovely to find myself reviewing Brooke masterpieces back to back! You always research well what you write. William Wallace of Scotland had as his emblem, the purple thistle. If I ever find one growing in my garden, I do not remove it as weed, but leave it. I think they're pretty!
Most wonderful poem. I have so enjoyed this one.
Warmest wishes
Kat
reply by the author on 14-Apr-2009
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Brooke, how lovely to find myself reviewing Brooke masterpieces back to back! You always research well what you write. William Wallace of Scotland had as his emblem, the purple thistle. If I ever find one growing in my garden, I do not remove it as weed, but leave it. I think they're pretty!
Most wonderful poem. I have so enjoyed this one.
Warmest wishes
Kat
Comment Written 14-Apr-2009
reply by the author on 14-Apr-2009
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Kat, thank you! I think they're pretty too. You are most kind. Brooke
Comment from Nescher Pyscher
I'm a dandelion.
I thrive in any environment, I'm yellow, you can use me to see if I like butter, and bees like me.
::Grining::
Good poem, Brooke.
reply by the author on 14-Apr-2009
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I'm a dandelion.
I thrive in any environment, I'm yellow, you can use me to see if I like butter, and bees like me.
::Grining::
Good poem, Brooke.
Comment Written 14-Apr-2009
reply by the author on 14-Apr-2009
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No, buttercups are used to see if you like butter, not dandelions!!!! Let's get our weed/wildflower legends straight, Nescher :-) Thank you, Brooke
Comment from dportwood
The thistle is a sore (pun intended) subject with me. I have fought them in pastures and hay fields my whole life.
I am convinced they cannot be conquered. Nice touch, comparing (or contrasting) them to the oak. Great poetry.
Duane
reply by the author on 14-Apr-2009
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The thistle is a sore (pun intended) subject with me. I have fought them in pastures and hay fields my whole life.
I am convinced they cannot be conquered. Nice touch, comparing (or contrasting) them to the oak. Great poetry.
Duane
Comment Written 14-Apr-2009
reply by the author on 14-Apr-2009
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Duane, I've heard from other ranchers and property owners about how much of a problem they cause, which reinforces my point that they're tough little buggers!! :-D Thanks ever so much, Brooke
Comment from Aussie
Excellent. I loved your poem; you don't have to be big to make an impact. The colours were great and your poem brought back memories of Scotland. Thank you for writing this and good luck with the competition.
reply by the author on 14-Apr-2009
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Excellent. I loved your poem; you don't have to be big to make an impact. The colours were great and your poem brought back memories of Scotland. Thank you for writing this and good luck with the competition.
Comment Written 14-Apr-2009
reply by the author on 14-Apr-2009
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Kay, thank you - I always appreciate your lovely reviews, Brooke :-) Brooke
Comment from tammipratt
Hi Brooke, very well done. You used those words very creatively and I enjoyed it. Lovely artwork and I'm sure you will do well in the contest.
reply by the author on 14-Apr-2009
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Hi Brooke, very well done. You used those words very creatively and I enjoyed it. Lovely artwork and I'm sure you will do well in the contest.
Comment Written 14-Apr-2009
reply by the author on 14-Apr-2009
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I still haven't gotten over that little girl getting killed! LOL Thanks so much, Brooke :-)
Comment from NightWriter
"I'm But a Purple Thistle" is a beautiful and well written quatrain poem. This has a nice rhythm and perfect rhyming throughout. I didn't know that about the oak tree. I'll always have more respect for this tree now.
reply by the author on 15-Apr-2009
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"I'm But a Purple Thistle" is a beautiful and well written quatrain poem. This has a nice rhythm and perfect rhyming throughout. I didn't know that about the oak tree. I'll always have more respect for this tree now.
Comment Written 14-Apr-2009
reply by the author on 15-Apr-2009
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Thank you - I always appreciate your thoughtful reviews, Brooke
Comment from Lady & Louis
Heheh and is it any wonder that the thistle is the Scottish plant! Small but spiky. (And I wrote that before I read your notes, lol.)
Good poem, Brooke; you've certainly incorporated the words, and, as Sallyo required, they're not just there to be ticked off a list, but as essential parts of the poem. Nicely done!
One question, and it's a judgement call: "Though do not be mistaken, this means that I am weak" - would it mess up the meter if this read "that this means I am weak"? I snagged on it as is; it read as if it means the thistle IS weak, at first.
Best o' luck in the contest!
Louise :))
reply by the author on 14-Apr-2009
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Heheh and is it any wonder that the thistle is the Scottish plant! Small but spiky. (And I wrote that before I read your notes, lol.)
Good poem, Brooke; you've certainly incorporated the words, and, as Sallyo required, they're not just there to be ticked off a list, but as essential parts of the poem. Nicely done!
One question, and it's a judgement call: "Though do not be mistaken, this means that I am weak" - would it mess up the meter if this read "that this means I am weak"? I snagged on it as is; it read as if it means the thistle IS weak, at first.
Best o' luck in the contest!
Louise :))
Comment Written 14-Apr-2009
reply by the author on 14-Apr-2009
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Yeah, I have to revisit that line as you're not the only one who has mentioned it! Thanks, Louise for your thoughtful comments and your useful input :-) Brooke
Comment from MJMuraco
Your poem is well written and flows nicely. The purple presentation really complemented the content of the poem. Thanks for the author notes because I learn something when I read your poetry.
reply by the author on 14-Apr-2009
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Your poem is well written and flows nicely. The purple presentation really complemented the content of the poem. Thanks for the author notes because I learn something when I read your poetry.
Comment Written 13-Apr-2009
reply by the author on 14-Apr-2009
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I appreciate your thoughtful review, Brooke :-)
Comment from skye
Once again your poetry is beautifully crafted, with great creativity and wonderful footnotes to make this humble flower a hero for the Scots.
Very well done.
reply by the author on 14-Apr-2009
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Once again your poetry is beautifully crafted, with great creativity and wonderful footnotes to make this humble flower a hero for the Scots.
Very well done.
Comment Written 13-Apr-2009
reply by the author on 14-Apr-2009
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Skye, thank you for a thoughtful response, Brooke
Comment from jkhudson
I have really enjoyed the very nice rhyme and flow in this poem!It gives us little people hope that though we might not be as mighty as an oak, we still can be as effective as a thorny thistle. I especially love this verse:
Do not be fooled in thinking
all strength is found in size,
lest some day you fall victim
to thistle's sneak surprise.
Also a good history lesson about the Norse and the Scots. That may come in handy someday! Good luck in the contest!~:O)Jules
reply by the author on 14-Apr-2009
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I have really enjoyed the very nice rhyme and flow in this poem!It gives us little people hope that though we might not be as mighty as an oak, we still can be as effective as a thorny thistle. I especially love this verse:
Do not be fooled in thinking
all strength is found in size,
lest some day you fall victim
to thistle's sneak surprise.
Also a good history lesson about the Norse and the Scots. That may come in handy someday! Good luck in the contest!~:O)Jules
Comment Written 13-Apr-2009
reply by the author on 14-Apr-2009
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Jules, thank you so much for this most generous and warm review :-) Brooke
