I'm But a Purple Thistle
reflective quatrains100 total reviews
Comment from Annelisa
Excellent job, Brooke. This is a fun rhyming poem using the required words. It has bouncy rythm--like one would get who stepped on a thistle, maybe. Good luck in the contest. Annelisa
reply by the author on 13-Apr-2009
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Excellent job, Brooke. This is a fun rhyming poem using the required words. It has bouncy rythm--like one would get who stepped on a thistle, maybe. Good luck in the contest. Annelisa
Comment Written 13-Apr-2009
reply by the author on 13-Apr-2009
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Annelisa, thank you!!! Brooke :-)
Comment from Signaler
Hello My Friend, Oh my do I love this poem and for an odd reason perhaps. I love to draw in gold finches to my yard and the best way is throught using the thistle see, but thistles make my neighbors angry. For the obvious reason of course and I do try to be a good neighbor. But I love this poem....yeah, go get 'em little thistle....oops, the devil made me say that.
Angels, Linda
reply by the author on 13-Apr-2009
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Hello My Friend, Oh my do I love this poem and for an odd reason perhaps. I love to draw in gold finches to my yard and the best way is throught using the thistle see, but thistles make my neighbors angry. For the obvious reason of course and I do try to be a good neighbor. But I love this poem....yeah, go get 'em little thistle....oops, the devil made me say that.
Angels, Linda
Comment Written 13-Apr-2009
reply by the author on 13-Apr-2009
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Linda, you just made me laugh - hey, you just grow that thistle!!! Thanks so much, Brooke :-)
Comment from RapturedHeart
I read this last night, Brooke, and it just made me cry. I do cry a lot lately! But, you so beautifully bring to life the truth that 'EVERYTHING' and 'EVERYONE' is worthwhile and important - and can be reckoned with, too. There is such pride in power and appearance that needs a good thorn in its side. Thanks so much - didn't even know it was a contest entry till I read the notes, well done. Take care,
heather
reply by the author on 13-Apr-2009
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I read this last night, Brooke, and it just made me cry. I do cry a lot lately! But, you so beautifully bring to life the truth that 'EVERYTHING' and 'EVERYONE' is worthwhile and important - and can be reckoned with, too. There is such pride in power and appearance that needs a good thorn in its side. Thanks so much - didn't even know it was a contest entry till I read the notes, well done. Take care,
heather
Comment Written 13-Apr-2009
reply by the author on 13-Apr-2009
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Heather, Yes, everything needs to be reckoned with - you get the message!! Thanks, Brooke :-)
Comment from chaswriter
Brooke - Girl, you have picked a bad subject to write about. Thistles are the worst plants for cattle ranchers since they take over grassed areas. One of my jobs growing up when I lived on my grandfather's ranch was to dig up thistles in the pastures and burn them in the trash pits. Back-breaking work with wheel barrels, shovels and gloves. It would take me all summer to clear the thistles from the pastures and the next summer they would be back for me start all over again. So I have this hatred for those damed plants. LOL. Enjoyed your poem as usual--hate the subject. Good luck in the contest. Charlie
reply by the author on 13-Apr-2009
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Brooke - Girl, you have picked a bad subject to write about. Thistles are the worst plants for cattle ranchers since they take over grassed areas. One of my jobs growing up when I lived on my grandfather's ranch was to dig up thistles in the pastures and burn them in the trash pits. Back-breaking work with wheel barrels, shovels and gloves. It would take me all summer to clear the thistles from the pastures and the next summer they would be back for me start all over again. So I have this hatred for those damed plants. LOL. Enjoyed your poem as usual--hate the subject. Good luck in the contest. Charlie
Comment Written 13-Apr-2009
reply by the author on 13-Apr-2009
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Hey, Charlie - pretty much proves my point that they're tough little bastards, doesn't it??? :-D Brooke
Comment from shy1250
Good luck with the contest! Combination of artistic presentation, perfect cadence and imasgery, and (forget what u call this!) giving thoughts to the flower are pure perfection. I see no suggestions or correction. Kudos! later and God bless, shy
reply by the author on 13-Apr-2009
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Good luck with the contest! Combination of artistic presentation, perfect cadence and imasgery, and (forget what u call this!) giving thoughts to the flower are pure perfection. I see no suggestions or correction. Kudos! later and God bless, shy
Comment Written 13-Apr-2009
reply by the author on 13-Apr-2009
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Shy, thanks so much! Brooke
Comment from Dklrdmcches
very well written with a sense of danger found throughout. the tone felt sneaky and dangerous surrounding the well chosen words of your desire. great job...DKLRD
reply by the author on 14-Apr-2009
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very well written with a sense of danger found throughout. the tone felt sneaky and dangerous surrounding the well chosen words of your desire. great job...DKLRD
Comment Written 13-Apr-2009
reply by the author on 14-Apr-2009
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Dklrd, thanks so much for your thoughtful review. Brooke
Comment from Poetic Friend
Oh Brooke, I like the personification of the purple thistle. The imagery presented also entices the senses.
The below stanza is not only classic, but inspirational.
Do not be fooled in thinking
all strength is found in size,
lest some day you fall victim
to thistle's sneak surprise
It's always a pleasure reading your work.
reply by the author on 13-Apr-2009
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Oh Brooke, I like the personification of the purple thistle. The imagery presented also entices the senses.
The below stanza is not only classic, but inspirational.
Do not be fooled in thinking
all strength is found in size,
lest some day you fall victim
to thistle's sneak surprise
It's always a pleasure reading your work.
Comment Written 13-Apr-2009
reply by the author on 13-Apr-2009
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Thank you - I truly appreciate your gracious comments, Brooke :-)
Comment from eragon
This is an amazing visual poem especially after seeing the picture but in the lines:
Though do not be mistaken,
this means that I am weak,
you mean I am NOT weak?
reply by the author on 13-Apr-2009
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This is an amazing visual poem especially after seeing the picture but in the lines:
Though do not be mistaken,
this means that I am weak,
you mean I am NOT weak?
Comment Written 13-Apr-2009
reply by the author on 13-Apr-2009
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Yes, that is what I mean. :-) Thanks so much, Brooke
Comment from lkatka
Brooke,
These purple thistles grow out here on the prairie too. I used to ride my horse out in the pasture and we'd jump over these things. Sometimes they were so high my horse wouldn't do it but instead turn abruptly and then I would almost fall off!
As always, your format and rhyme are perfect. I love this poem but I'm so confused by this verse...
Though do not be mistaken,
this means that I am weak,
for those who'd trample on me
will find more than they seek.
Are you saying that we thought it to be strong but it is really weak? (Maybe I had too much sugar yesterday on Easter Sunday and my brain isn't working right!)
reply by the author on 13-Apr-2009
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Brooke,
These purple thistles grow out here on the prairie too. I used to ride my horse out in the pasture and we'd jump over these things. Sometimes they were so high my horse wouldn't do it but instead turn abruptly and then I would almost fall off!
As always, your format and rhyme are perfect. I love this poem but I'm so confused by this verse...
Though do not be mistaken,
this means that I am weak,
for those who'd trample on me
will find more than they seek.
Are you saying that we thought it to be strong but it is really weak? (Maybe I had too much sugar yesterday on Easter Sunday and my brain isn't working right!)
Comment Written 13-Apr-2009
reply by the author on 13-Apr-2009
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no, I'm saying do not mistakenly think the thistle is weak because those who trample on it get stung by the thorns and discover it is not as small and harmless as they thought. Thanks so much, Brooke
Comment from Perp Ihebom
This is a very beautiful piece of poetry. The simplicity of the words makes it readable. The meaning of the poem id powerful. As always, your rhymes are very nice. kudos
reply by the author on 13-Apr-2009
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This is a very beautiful piece of poetry. The simplicity of the words makes it readable. The meaning of the poem id powerful. As always, your rhymes are very nice. kudos
Comment Written 13-Apr-2009
reply by the author on 13-Apr-2009
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Thank you, Perp :-) Brooke
