I'm But a Purple Thistle
reflective quatrains100 total reviews
Comment from EllieKaye
Hi Brooke.
What a treat to read the poem... and another to read your notes. I did not know the story of the Norse soldier screaming in pain and warning the Scots. Loved it all.
reply by the author on 13-Apr-2009
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Hi Brooke.
What a treat to read the poem... and another to read your notes. I did not know the story of the Norse soldier screaming in pain and warning the Scots. Loved it all.
Comment Written 13-Apr-2009
reply by the author on 13-Apr-2009
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Ellie, Who knows if it actually happened, but according to websites, every Scottish schoolchild learns that story about why the thistle is their emblem. :-) Thanks so much, Brooke
Comment from Susanne M. Psyris
Brooke, very nice entry into the contest...wish you best of luck in the voting booth. Lovely cadence to the poem with very good flow and rhyme. Nice presentation...a strong contender, I am sure! Hugs and smiles, Susanne
reply by the author on 13-Apr-2009
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Brooke, very nice entry into the contest...wish you best of luck in the voting booth. Lovely cadence to the poem with very good flow and rhyme. Nice presentation...a strong contender, I am sure! Hugs and smiles, Susanne
Comment Written 13-Apr-2009
reply by the author on 13-Apr-2009
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Susanne, thank you - these words just jumped out at me from the list - the first time I've ever done one of the list challenges :-) Brooke
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Very nice choice and so creative your use of the chosen words! You always amaze me, Brooke. Hugs and smiles, Susanne
Comment from Peter@Poole
As usual, Brooke, so witty and so well-rhymed. your poem is also light-hearted, despite the warning, and you've presented such a brilliant contrast. Your notes, too, are very interesting. Peter
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As usual, Brooke, so witty and so well-rhymed. your poem is also light-hearted, despite the warning, and you've presented such a brilliant contrast. Your notes, too, are very interesting. Peter
Comment Written 13-Apr-2009
reply by the author on 13-Apr-2009
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Peter, thank you - this is the first time I've ever attempted one of the contests where a list of words is part of the challenge though I always read the lists when the contests are announced. With this list, the words I used just jumped out at me. Brooke :-)
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Yes, I noted that this was a departure for you.
Comment from rmdelta
Brooke,
another terrific writing, my friend. You've been blessed to write things like this one. Great details and the author's notes were great.
Reggie
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Brooke,
another terrific writing, my friend. You've been blessed to write things like this one. Great details and the author's notes were great.
Reggie
Comment Written 13-Apr-2009
reply by the author on 13-Apr-2009
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Reggie, thank you - your gracious comments warm my heart. Brooke
Comment from Margaret Snowdon
This is something quite different,
Brooke -- thoroughly enjoyable.
with a little history thrown
in -- I do like reading your
little snippets.
Well penned, my friend. I'd give you a six if I could.
We are off to take our 94 year old gentleman friend to lunch - it's a lovely sunny day so we should have a nice
trip out. Hope your day goes well.
Take care,
Margaret.
reply by the author on 13-Apr-2009
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This is something quite different,
Brooke -- thoroughly enjoyable.
with a little history thrown
in -- I do like reading your
little snippets.
Well penned, my friend. I'd give you a six if I could.
We are off to take our 94 year old gentleman friend to lunch - it's a lovely sunny day so we should have a nice
trip out. Hope your day goes well.
Take care,
Margaret.
Comment Written 13-Apr-2009
reply by the author on 13-Apr-2009
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Margaret, That's right - it's Monday - I've actually learned that about your weekly schedule! :-) I'm glad you enjoyed this one so much - thank you for the wish of a six :-) Brooke
Comment from Lokman
This is another example of your superb poetry, as well as your knowledge of so many things mythic and legendary. Well done.
Shea
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This is another example of your superb poetry, as well as your knowledge of so many things mythic and legendary. Well done.
Shea
Comment Written 13-Apr-2009
reply by the author on 13-Apr-2009
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Shea, thank you so much! Brooke :-)
Comment from Mike K2
Actually a thistle is a blight upon one's lawn, but they has such beauty, with a philosophical analogy to a great woman, that I drove the neighbors nuts in saving one for seeds.
I enjoyed your well written poem and the encompassing story that went with it. I like the comparison with the oak. Both can thrive.
reply by the author on 13-Apr-2009
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Actually a thistle is a blight upon one's lawn, but they has such beauty, with a philosophical analogy to a great woman, that I drove the neighbors nuts in saving one for seeds.
I enjoyed your well written poem and the encompassing story that went with it. I like the comparison with the oak. Both can thrive.
Comment Written 13-Apr-2009
reply by the author on 13-Apr-2009
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Mike, thank you! Brooke :-)
Comment from Domino
Excellent rhyme to personify the humble thistle, Brooke.
If I were it, I'd keep my strength secret and surprise a few, LOL. Very enjoyable read. Ray xx
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Excellent rhyme to personify the humble thistle, Brooke.
If I were it, I'd keep my strength secret and surprise a few, LOL. Very enjoyable read. Ray xx
Comment Written 13-Apr-2009
reply by the author on 13-Apr-2009
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Ray, somehow I knew you'd be a fan of the sneak attack! LOL Thank you, dear friend. Brooke
Comment from rama devi
Very cute theme and well expressed as well as nicely presented with apt artwork and color scheme to match the theme.
Interesting response to the contest.
Love the message of humility....which has its own power, quite formidable.
Lots of Love,
rd
reply by the author on 13-Apr-2009
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Very cute theme and well expressed as well as nicely presented with apt artwork and color scheme to match the theme.
Interesting response to the contest.
Love the message of humility....which has its own power, quite formidable.
Lots of Love,
rd
Comment Written 13-Apr-2009
reply by the author on 13-Apr-2009
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rama devi, thank you for your gracious and thoughtful review! Brooke :-)
Comment from kiwirose
It is so beautiful and describes it clearly. I love to see following the each line about thistle. I love purple thistles and it is pretty colour.
Thank you for sharing with us :)
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It is so beautiful and describes it clearly. I love to see following the each line about thistle. I love purple thistles and it is pretty colour.
Thank you for sharing with us :)
Comment Written 13-Apr-2009
reply by the author on 13-Apr-2009
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Thank you so much for this most generous and gracious review - I truly appreciate your rating and kind comments!!! Brooke :-)
