Comment from Kristia

Excellent

Hi,

The artwork you chose for this is great. It really sets off the poem. I like how bold and descriptive this work is in such a small package. The fresh memorials makes me think of our soldiers now that in this war. May all war end one day. Nice work.

 Comment Written 19-Jun-2009

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reply by the author on 19-Jun-2009

Thank you for your great review, and yes, it is a stunning photo. Brooke :-)

Comment from whizpurr ^-^

Exceptional

Hi Pearly One,
Gorgeous poppies and gorgeous haiku... reminded me so much of robert service's In Flander's Fields. Excellent sentiments. Perfect poem picture pair. Well done.
Cheers,
Whizpurr ^-^

 Comment Written 19-Jun-2009

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reply by the author on 19-Jun-2009

Thank you for this wonderfully generous and positive review!! I so appreciate it :-) Brooke

Comment from MsRefusenik

Excellent

Your wildflower series just keeps growing more beautiful and now luminescent. Those poppies pop off the page with their brillance. I can't believe the quality of the photographs you find. The quality matches that of your superb haikus. Good going Brooke.

 Comment Written 18-Jun-2009

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reply by the author on 19-Jun-2009

Isn't this picture stunning? There is lots of talent on fan art. T hanks so much, Brooke :-)

Comment from shy1250

Excellent

What a stunning presentation, and such an important subject: we can never honor our veterans too much! Perfect Haiku form, and just love that you used the word "florid"--there r so many beautiful, descriptive words that r seldom used. Kudos....later and God bless, shy

 Comment Written 18-Jun-2009

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reply by the author on 19-Jun-2009

Thanks, Shy, I am so glad you like this :-)

Comment from Readywriter52

Excellent

The picture is beautiful and goes with the poem well. The poppy in this poem is a symbol for freedom and the sacrifice men made for it.

 Comment Written 18-Jun-2009

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reply by the author on 19-Jun-2009

Thank you - it is good to see you :-) Brooke

Comment from Shirley B

Excellent

Beautiful haiku. The red poppies of Memorial Day, I can remember buying them for a nickel in grade school. The picture fits the poem beautifully. Great job. Shirley

 Comment Written 18-Jun-2009

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reply by the author on 20-Jun-2009

Thank you, Shirley - I've been getting them since a kid, too. Brooke :-)

Comment from skye

Excellent

florid poppies bloom
where blood once flowed for freedom
fresh memorials

--florid is a strong word... matches the blood that flowed from brave soldiers.
Very good images... very poignant and timely.
Well done.

 Comment Written 18-Jun-2009

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reply by the author on 19-Jun-2009

thank you, Skye - I'm so glad you noticed the use of florid :-) Brooke

Comment from Pen&Ink

Excellent

Hello Brooke,

And a very wonderful tribute it is. This is a nice Haiku in itself, but the remembrance adds just that much more to it.

Count was perfect.

Ray

 Comment Written 18-Jun-2009

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reply by the author on 20-Jun-2009

Ray, thank you - this one meant a lot to me :-) Brooke

Comment from Signaler

Excellent

Hello Brooke, I knew this haiku hit me like a ton of brickes and then you mentioned Flanders Field. That's why, or maybe it is just that it is beautiful. See, didn't I tell ya.

Angels to watch over you,
Through the night, Linda

 Comment Written 18-Jun-2009

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reply by the author on 20-Jun-2009

Thank you, Linda - This poem means a lot to me, so I really appreciate your gracious response :-) Brooke

Comment from JessicaAshley

Excellent

Wow, I love this! You have a beautiful picture and even though there are few words, which is the purpose, it says a lot. Very nice job! Thank you for sharing.

 Comment Written 18-Jun-2009

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reply by the author on 20-Jun-2009

Thank you, Jessica, I appreciate your thoughtful review. Brooke :-)