An ode to the grasshopper
In praise of grasshoppers from a to z.80 total reviews
Comment from S.Yocom
I just finished commenting on your other alphabet poem, and then I came upon this one. It's another nice one. You are very good at this sort of thing. Well done.
Sally
reply by the author on 23-Sep-2008
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I just finished commenting on your other alphabet poem, and then I came upon this one. It's another nice one. You are very good at this sort of thing. Well done.
Sally
Comment Written 23-Sep-2008
reply by the author on 23-Sep-2008
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I'm so very glad you like it - thank you so much for your kind comments!
Comment from fayesh
I marvel at the way you have taken the letters of the alphabet and found words to fit scantly with nature's grasshopper. Well done.
reply by the author on 23-Sep-2008
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I marvel at the way you have taken the letters of the alphabet and found words to fit scantly with nature's grasshopper. Well done.
Comment Written 23-Sep-2008
reply by the author on 23-Sep-2008
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thank you very very much!!
Comment from Fleedleflump
This feels like reading a collection of haiku (I normally hate haiku, but I let you off as: 1) you're very talented, 2) this has a far more interesting trick up its sleeve, and 3) it's not actually haiku!).
The alphabet progression is a fascinating idea, and certainly something a bit different. Plus, you've really stretched that extended vocabulary of yours!
Nice work :-)
Fleedleflump
reply by the author on 23-Sep-2008
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This feels like reading a collection of haiku (I normally hate haiku, but I let you off as: 1) you're very talented, 2) this has a far more interesting trick up its sleeve, and 3) it's not actually haiku!).
The alphabet progression is a fascinating idea, and certainly something a bit different. Plus, you've really stretched that extended vocabulary of yours!
Nice work :-)
Fleedleflump
Comment Written 23-Sep-2008
reply by the author on 23-Sep-2008
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haiku is not something up my alley - I enjoy the really good ones when I read, but most just blend together in my mind - when reviewing, my haiku comments always sound exactly the same :-)
glad you like these poems more LOL Thanks for a most interesting review!
Comment from Gypsymooncat
No sixes left, so the thought will have to do my friend! this is awesome work, and so clever how it works its way through the alphabet while still accurately describing the grasshopper. You didn't miss a letter! That's a grand achievement indeed. Loved this to bits and wish you best of luck in the contest! xoxoxoxox
reply by the author on 23-Sep-2008
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No sixes left, so the thought will have to do my friend! this is awesome work, and so clever how it works its way through the alphabet while still accurately describing the grasshopper. You didn't miss a letter! That's a grand achievement indeed. Loved this to bits and wish you best of luck in the contest! xoxoxoxox
Comment Written 23-Sep-2008
reply by the author on 23-Sep-2008
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I have to confess. I missed the x without ever even noticing when an early reviewer pointed it out - sent me scurrying before anyone else noticed! LOL Thanks ever so much :-)
Comment from Shari_K
Okay this one about a grasshopper but still fun to read. I noticed your notes in the alligator poem and realized I didn't read this one. This one also flows perfectly within this structure and I love the creativeness of using words from a-z.
reply by the author on 23-Sep-2008
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Okay this one about a grasshopper but still fun to read. I noticed your notes in the alligator poem and realized I didn't read this one. This one also flows perfectly within this structure and I love the creativeness of using words from a-z.
Comment Written 23-Sep-2008
reply by the author on 23-Sep-2008
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thank you so very much for going back to read this one, too - you're most kind :-)
Comment from G.B. Smith
What an awesome form and flow. I was taken aback by the use of the grasshopper. This is well crafted and very creative. Your unique style makes for a good read.
Good luck in the contest.
Bear
reply by the author on 23-Sep-2008
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What an awesome form and flow. I was taken aback by the use of the grasshopper. This is well crafted and very creative. Your unique style makes for a good read.
Good luck in the contest.
Bear
Comment Written 22-Sep-2008
reply by the author on 23-Sep-2008
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thank you very much for your most kind comments and words of encouragement :-)
Comment from Rdfrdmom2
adewpearl, this is a charming ode to the grasshopper. When I was a kid, I loved sitting on the front porch of our old farm house with my parents and listen to the grasshoppers sing to each other. great job. thanks for the memories.
reply by the author on 23-Sep-2008
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adewpearl, this is a charming ode to the grasshopper. When I was a kid, I loved sitting on the front porch of our old farm house with my parents and listen to the grasshoppers sing to each other. great job. thanks for the memories.
Comment Written 22-Sep-2008
reply by the author on 23-Sep-2008
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thank you so much for sharing your memories - my memories of them are pleasant too :-) And thank you for your lovely review!
Comment from Teri7
This is a very good poem you have penned about grasshoppers. It is so neat you used all the alphabet. Great job. Good luck. Hugs, Teri
reply by the author on 22-Sep-2008
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This is a very good poem you have penned about grasshoppers. It is so neat you used all the alphabet. Great job. Good luck. Hugs, Teri
Comment Written 22-Sep-2008
reply by the author on 22-Sep-2008
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thanks so much for this warm, friendly review :-) Using every letter was quite a challenge, so I'm glad you appreciate the result!
Comment from starkat
Insect poem? ha..I missed that prompt. Must have filled up quickly...
Well adewpearl... your love for grasshoppers is amazing. What a gorgeous graphic you chose for your A-Z poetic perusal of this most fascinating insect. Superb alliteration and assonance adorn this detailed picture you paint that brings the reader into the grasshopper world. From "Abuzz" to "zoom" we can clearly see and hear a panoply of grasshopper activity. You point out a multitude of positive qualities that exist within the grasshoppper's life and our human perception of it.
hmmm..I wonder what grasshoppers think of us?
This is the first insect poem I've read, but I'm sure it'll be a strong contest contender. I'm always fascinated by what words writers come up with for the hard letters..u,v,w,x,y,z ... ubiquitous, Vacillating wings, walking xylophones, yammering - zoom! Outstanding job with your word selections.
All in all, you did an exceptional job. Deserves a 'sixer'..
Good luck in this contest!
starkat
reply by the author on 22-Sep-2008
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Insect poem? ha..I missed that prompt. Must have filled up quickly...
Well adewpearl... your love for grasshoppers is amazing. What a gorgeous graphic you chose for your A-Z poetic perusal of this most fascinating insect. Superb alliteration and assonance adorn this detailed picture you paint that brings the reader into the grasshopper world. From "Abuzz" to "zoom" we can clearly see and hear a panoply of grasshopper activity. You point out a multitude of positive qualities that exist within the grasshoppper's life and our human perception of it.
hmmm..I wonder what grasshoppers think of us?
This is the first insect poem I've read, but I'm sure it'll be a strong contest contender. I'm always fascinated by what words writers come up with for the hard letters..u,v,w,x,y,z ... ubiquitous, Vacillating wings, walking xylophones, yammering - zoom! Outstanding job with your word selections.
All in all, you did an exceptional job. Deserves a 'sixer'..
Good luck in this contest!
starkat
Comment Written 22-Sep-2008
reply by the author on 22-Sep-2008
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at first I missed the x until an eagle eyed reviewer asked me why I didn't have one - and I didn't realize i had missed it! :-) this was a challenge but loads of fun - glad you enjoyed it!! thanks so much for this most generous rating and review :-)
Comment from sheilamarie
This is great, adewpearl, an alphabetical masterpiece! You have put together some strong words and strong images to convey your love for these colorful insects. Well done!
sheilamarie
reply by the author on 22-Sep-2008
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This is great, adewpearl, an alphabetical masterpiece! You have put together some strong words and strong images to convey your love for these colorful insects. Well done!
sheilamarie
Comment Written 22-Sep-2008
reply by the author on 22-Sep-2008
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I am so glad you enjoy this little tribute to one of my favorite creatures - thank you!
