Breakfast at the Shelter
a reflective naani about acts of kindness98 total reviews
Comment from Gert sherwood
Hi Brooke your naani entry is so good
Nothing like a smile from a cute little girl that can lift anyone spirits when they are down
Of course the taste of a good piece of pie always helps
smiles
Gert
reply by the author on 17-Jun-2009
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Hi Brooke your naani entry is so good
Nothing like a smile from a cute little girl that can lift anyone spirits when they are down
Of course the taste of a good piece of pie always helps
smiles
Gert
Comment Written 17-Jun-2009
reply by the author on 17-Jun-2009
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Gert, and she had one lovely little smile - not huge and toothy - demure :-) Thanks, Brooke
Comment from Just2Write
Too true. It seems the wealthier we become, or the older we become, the fewer smiles there are in our smile account. Often, we are bankrupt. Thank goodness for little girls.
reply by the author on 17-Jun-2009
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Too true. It seems the wealthier we become, or the older we become, the fewer smiles there are in our smile account. Often, we are bankrupt. Thank goodness for little girls.
Comment Written 17-Jun-2009
reply by the author on 17-Jun-2009
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Thank you, Rose. She was a wonder :-) Brooke
Comment from wierdgrace
as always you say so much in so little words Ilove reading all you have to say. this is wonderful and a great entry for the contest. Good luck from me
reply by the author on 18-Jun-2009
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as always you say so much in so little words Ilove reading all you have to say. this is wonderful and a great entry for the contest. Good luck from me
Comment Written 17-Jun-2009
reply by the author on 18-Jun-2009
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Thanks, Grace - I was thrilled to win this contest so when I take Lydia a copy of the poem she inspired, I can tell her it won a contest to boot! Brooke :-)
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you earned it
Comment from perunest
How gracious and generous is Lydia!
I'm sure her smile bespeaks a gentle
and caring nature - your poem is a fresh
breath, full of hope and promise. Carolyn
reply by the author on 18-Jun-2009
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How gracious and generous is Lydia!
I'm sure her smile bespeaks a gentle
and caring nature - your poem is a fresh
breath, full of hope and promise. Carolyn
Comment Written 17-Jun-2009
reply by the author on 18-Jun-2009
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Carolyn, thank you for yet another great review :-) Brooke
Comment from Stephen C Winter (Vs
Dear Brooke,
What a lovely story. It is true and heart warming that the sight of a child, especially one so willing to help such a wonderful cause,that society so often ignores, should put smiles on faces.
A lovely read Brooke, thank you.
Steve
reply by the author on 17-Jun-2009
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Dear Brooke,
What a lovely story. It is true and heart warming that the sight of a child, especially one so willing to help such a wonderful cause,that society so often ignores, should put smiles on faces.
A lovely read Brooke, thank you.
Steve
Comment Written 17-Jun-2009
reply by the author on 17-Jun-2009
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Steve, thank you! You're always so positive and encouraging :-) Brooke
Comment from Loyd C. Taylor, Sr
A very, very wet Wednesday afternoon to you poet friend!
A precious photo and like wise a very precious peom. Thanks for all you do! Loyd
reply by the author on 17-Jun-2009
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A very, very wet Wednesday afternoon to you poet friend!
A precious photo and like wise a very precious peom. Thanks for all you do! Loyd
Comment Written 17-Jun-2009
reply by the author on 17-Jun-2009
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Loyd, thanks so much for your kind comments on this soggy day. Brooke :-)
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You are very welcome. Loyd
Comment from Rabianabian
Wow. One of my favorites. You have such an amazing ability to put so much meaning in a poem, even if it's short. Wonderful job.
reply by the author on 17-Jun-2009
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Wow. One of my favorites. You have such an amazing ability to put so much meaning in a poem, even if it's short. Wonderful job.
Comment Written 17-Jun-2009
reply by the author on 17-Jun-2009
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Thank you, Mary - Lydia is a girl just about the same age as you - I even thought of you when she told me her age and thought she was now the second girl I knew who was so mature and wise beyond her years. :-) Brooke
Comment from boberto
Seeing you present this theme so often, Brooke,
I assume you have read, "The Same Kind of Different
As Me?" I also mentioned a couple of things I have written. I know you read the poem. There are two versions of the prose--"Kitty Litter Bucket Tramp;" and, "Dollar and Seventy-five Cents."
good luck in the contest.
Rob
reply by the author on 17-Jun-2009
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Seeing you present this theme so often, Brooke,
I assume you have read, "The Same Kind of Different
As Me?" I also mentioned a couple of things I have written. I know you read the poem. There are two versions of the prose--"Kitty Litter Bucket Tramp;" and, "Dollar and Seventy-five Cents."
good luck in the contest.
Rob
Comment Written 17-Jun-2009
reply by the author on 17-Jun-2009
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Rob, thank you. I just read and reviewed the Kitty Litter Bucket Tramp after I finally found it alphabetized under T for The. LOL I am not familiar with the Same Kind of Different as Me. Who is the author? Brooke
Comment from Alexander E Poet
enlightening it was intriguing extremely well done. Really good, I like your style of writing a very fine write. Imagery; rhythm I really loved the realism and truth No typo's and nothing to change as far as i can see. Alexander QQ...
reply by the author on 17-Jun-2009
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enlightening it was intriguing extremely well done. Really good, I like your style of writing a very fine write. Imagery; rhythm I really loved the realism and truth No typo's and nothing to change as far as i can see. Alexander QQ...
Comment Written 17-Jun-2009
reply by the author on 17-Jun-2009
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Alexander, thank you for your thoughtfulness :-) Brooke
Comment from LauraKatherine
What a beautiful story. I like how Lydia's presence, smiles, and service, helped to nurture the spirits of the homeless. She may never know how she ministered to them, but perhaps they will remember and be comforted during their times of difficulty.
I like how you expanded on the 2nd lines' words "smiles" and "pie" in the third and fourth lines.
The meter flows well; nothing seems jarring or out of place or forced. I admire your ability to make the rhythm flow so naturally.
Counted up the syllables. 25, right?
I enjoyed this description of Lydia. She has a beautiful spirit. I can see why you enjoyed working with her!
Beautiful. Good luck in the contest. Laura
reply by the author on 17-Jun-2009
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What a beautiful story. I like how Lydia's presence, smiles, and service, helped to nurture the spirits of the homeless. She may never know how she ministered to them, but perhaps they will remember and be comforted during their times of difficulty.
I like how you expanded on the 2nd lines' words "smiles" and "pie" in the third and fourth lines.
The meter flows well; nothing seems jarring or out of place or forced. I admire your ability to make the rhythm flow so naturally.
Counted up the syllables. 25, right?
I enjoyed this description of Lydia. She has a beautiful spirit. I can see why you enjoyed working with her!
Beautiful. Good luck in the contest. Laura
Comment Written 17-Jun-2009
reply by the author on 17-Jun-2009
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Yep, I used up each and every allowable syllable! LOL
She was a gem. Thanks so much, Laura, for your characteristically thoughtful analysis. Brooke :-)
