Comment from Begin Again

Excellent

Brooke

Very lovely and sweet lullabye....

I enjoyed every second that mine were small, but now I am satisfied to hold my grandchildren and then let them return home to mom and dad.

Carol

 Comment Written 13-Nov-2009

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reply by the author on 13-Nov-2009

Thank you, Carol - yes, at our age the prospects of being full time burper and diaper changer lose their charm. LOL Brooke

Comment from fionageorge

Excellent

Another beautiful, emotional and lovely poem from your gifted pen (so to speak!).
The words and rhythm are perfect, the whole poem flows freely. Just stunning.
Warmest Regards
Marijke

 Comment Written 13-Nov-2009

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reply by the author on 13-Nov-2009

Thank you, Marijke - so glad you enjoyed this lullaby :-) Brooke

Comment from Abba Lin

Excellent

Hi Brooke, As I read your poem, It took me back to when my grown children were babies...You know I was just at a restaurant this morning and a young gal next to me was holding and gently nurturing her brand new baby. In my heart, I kinda ached.. I thought how nice it would be just to hold a new baby. I guess my old motherly instinct, missed that gentle love you give a young one. Thank you for that poem.. It was gentle and sweet. Love Lin

 Comment Written 13-Nov-2009

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reply by the author on 13-Nov-2009

Thank you, Lin - yes, it has been a few decades since mine were newborns too - they do make one ache, I know - though I have no desire to be spending tonight changing diapers. LOL Brooke :-)

reply by Abba Lin on 13-Nov-2009

totally agree my friend... (: Lin

Comment from kintesiegel

Excellent

I should have known that this was one of your poems even though it has a completely different voice that others I have read. Very lovely and charming piece again.

 Comment Written 13-Nov-2009

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reply by the author on 13-Nov-2009

Thank you, kintesiegel - I'm so pleased you enjoyed this lullaby :-) Brooke

Comment from redrider6612

Excellent

This was beautiful! Lovely imagery, excellent rhymes, great flow and rythmn. My favorite was the second stanza, with the sprites sprinkling stardust. Beautiful artwork, too. I wish I could give you a 6! Blessings, my friend.

Hugs,
Diane

 Comment Written 13-Nov-2009

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reply by the author on 13-Nov-2009

Thank you, Diane - so glad you enjoyed my lullaby and the fairies in it :-) Brooke

Comment from Loyd C. Taylor, Sr

Excellent

Hello Brooke, a lovely, adorable baby. Your poem is so much like a lullaby, tender, warm, sweet and embracing. I enjoyed very much, LOyd

 Comment Written 13-Nov-2009

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reply by the author on 13-Nov-2009

Thank you, Loyd - I really appreciate your lovely review :-) Brooke

reply by Loyd C. Taylor, Sr on 14-Nov-2009

:-)

Loyd

Comment from NightWriter

Exceptional

"Sleep Well, Sweet Child" is another outstanding poem, one of many outstanding ones you write. This rondeau has perfect verses, rhyming and rhythm. Bravo!!!

 Comment Written 13-Nov-2009

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reply by the author on 13-Nov-2009

Thank you so much - this is most generous and gracious of you! Brooke :-)

Comment from L.lora

Excellent

A difficult form to tackle
however you always seem to master
whatever you take on. Very well
executed. I like the rhyme pattern
and the easy lilt this whispers.
This would be an excellent addition
to a book of collection of poems
for a new mother or about lullabyes.
A most enjoyable read, a great line,
"Sleep well, sweet child." No nits.. Lora

 Comment Written 13-Nov-2009

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reply by the author on 13-Nov-2009

Thank you, Lora - I truly appreciate your kind comments :-) Brooke

Comment from IndianaIrish

Exceptional

Babies have been my life for over thirty years, Brooke, and I love this lovely and moving lullaby of sprites and gold-threaded webs. Stunning verses.
Karyn :>)

 Comment Written 13-Nov-2009

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reply by the author on 13-Nov-2009

Thank you, Karyn - your devotion to babies in the hospital touches me every time I think of it - how many families are in your debt? You are most generous :-) Brooke

Comment from Dawn of Tomorrow

Excellent

Oh how beautiful a lullaby you have created with this. Now this is what the Rondeau was designed for. A beautiful melody of loving tone, none of that eat you in the night by demons stuff. LOL Very nicely done, Brooke.

 Comment Written 13-Nov-2009

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reply by the author on 13-Nov-2009

Thank you, Jo Lynn - I agree that the rondeau and the lullaby seem to be the perfect match. :-) Brooke Hey, give me a break - the demons are gone!!! LOL

reply by Dawn of Tomorrow on 13-Nov-2009

Now come get rid of mine would ya??? LOL

reply by the author on 13-Nov-2009

I'm afraid I'm no ghost buster - wish I were :-(

reply by Dawn of Tomorrow on 13-Nov-2009

Sounds like a topic for a poem....If I could be a ghostbuster....hehehehe