The Gift of the Magi in A-Z land.
What gifts go beyond material worth?88 total reviews
Comment from dreaming
Can't say how beautiful this is, and the explanation is powerful. How wonderful love is and how often we miss it because we just don't understand what's going on. Sadly our society is run on financial strategies and we have to 'live' so this is a constant dilema for many folk. A Solomon says, "money is the answer to everything" but the answer to love is here in hearts touching through a dilema.
I pray that your gifts will bring double their reward this year.
reply by the author on 15-Nov-2008
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Can't say how beautiful this is, and the explanation is powerful. How wonderful love is and how often we miss it because we just don't understand what's going on. Sadly our society is run on financial strategies and we have to 'live' so this is a constant dilema for many folk. A Solomon says, "money is the answer to everything" but the answer to love is here in hearts touching through a dilema.
I pray that your gifts will bring double their reward this year.
Comment Written 15-Nov-2008
reply by the author on 15-Nov-2008
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You are so very thoughtful, and I appreciate all your comments so much - they are worth even more than your generous rating! Peace, Brooke
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Brooke, Your writing is just astonishing and it's a pleasure to know you.
Marie :)
Comment from lathunder
I loved it. I think all of us are thinking about the holidays and wondering how we'll be able to buy gifts. But I loved what you said at the end of the poem. I think if we all reach deep within ourselves we shall find something to give.
L.A.Thunder
reply by the author on 15-Nov-2008
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I loved it. I think all of us are thinking about the holidays and wondering how we'll be able to buy gifts. But I loved what you said at the end of the poem. I think if we all reach deep within ourselves we shall find something to give.
L.A.Thunder
Comment Written 15-Nov-2008
reply by the author on 15-Nov-2008
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Thanks for your most thoughtful comments, Brooke
Comment from robeth
Excellent poem with an even more important message. We don't need to be rich to have the wonders of the world. By using our creativity we end up giving and receiving something more priceless than the Hope diamond! Thanks for sharing!!
reply by the author on 14-Nov-2008
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Excellent poem with an even more important message. We don't need to be rich to have the wonders of the world. By using our creativity we end up giving and receiving something more priceless than the Hope diamond! Thanks for sharing!!
Comment Written 14-Nov-2008
reply by the author on 14-Nov-2008
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Thank you for a lovely review, Brooke
Comment from c_lucas
No need for the dictionary this time. O'Henry is one favorite authors. Your poem is very well written with a strong cadence, leading to an easy read. It has good imagery and descriptive scheme.
reply by the author on 14-Nov-2008
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No need for the dictionary this time. O'Henry is one favorite authors. Your poem is very well written with a strong cadence, leading to an easy read. It has good imagery and descriptive scheme.
Comment Written 14-Nov-2008
reply by the author on 14-Nov-2008
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Lots of people don't know him, it seems, which astounds me - glad you're a fan and liked the poem :-)
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You're welcome, adewpearl. Most are turned of because he was in prison. Charlie
Comment from peggysis64
Brooke,
Another beautifully penned A-Z piece. You have such a magic with words, the ability to paint a picture in the mind of the reader using such a restricted format is a talent in itself. (Restricted in the manner of the alphabet). Love the choice of the "The Gift of the Magi". K
reply by the author on 14-Nov-2008
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Brooke,
Another beautifully penned A-Z piece. You have such a magic with words, the ability to paint a picture in the mind of the reader using such a restricted format is a talent in itself. (Restricted in the manner of the alphabet). Love the choice of the "The Gift of the Magi". K
Comment Written 14-Nov-2008
reply by the author on 14-Nov-2008
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thanks so much for this most positive review - I'm glad you like Magi as I do. Peace, Brooke
Comment from utopian_dream_x
Wow, how clever. I love how you've put each letter of the alphabet into this. It's very well written too. And the picture is perfect for the poem!
reply by the author on 14-Nov-2008
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Wow, how clever. I love how you've put each letter of the alphabet into this. It's very well written too. And the picture is perfect for the poem!
Comment Written 14-Nov-2008
reply by the author on 14-Nov-2008
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Thanks so much! Brooke
Comment from tony bronk
Only you could write a poem such as this and I am becoming envious and starting to feel cheated on such wonderful literature that your life appears to be filled with. You're a lady of many levels and insights. I appreciate you. Tony
reply by the author on 14-Nov-2008
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Only you could write a poem such as this and I am becoming envious and starting to feel cheated on such wonderful literature that your life appears to be filled with. You're a lady of many levels and insights. I appreciate you. Tony
Comment Written 14-Nov-2008
reply by the author on 14-Nov-2008
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Tony, there's a library filled with wonderful books somewhere near your home! No need to feel envy :-) Thanks, Brooke
Comment from S.Yocom
You have written another nice alphabet poem, Brooke. This one is unusual in that it refers to a book. I have always liked that O Henry story also. He would have been amazed at your version. (Note that in your author notes, you spelled his name Oh Henry.)
Sally
reply by the author on 14-Nov-2008
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You have written another nice alphabet poem, Brooke. This one is unusual in that it refers to a book. I have always liked that O Henry story also. He would have been amazed at your version. (Note that in your author notes, you spelled his name Oh Henry.)
Sally
Comment Written 14-Nov-2008
reply by the author on 14-Nov-2008
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I spelled his name wrong and nobody has pointed it out until you? Oh, shame on me and shame on all of them!! I am off to edit right away. LOL Thank you, Brooke :-)
Comment from KYPollard/El Gato
Wonderful sentiment. Thank you for that. This is a great poem. Good job, once again, in using the alphabet. Christmas time, once again? Hmmmmm.
reply by the author on 14-Nov-2008
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Wonderful sentiment. Thank you for that. This is a great poem. Good job, once again, in using the alphabet. Christmas time, once again? Hmmmmm.
Comment Written 14-Nov-2008
reply by the author on 14-Nov-2008
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Yep, Christmas is on the way!! :-)Brooke
Comment from whizpurr ^-^
Hi Pearly One,
Your poem is clever and has a timely message too. Perhaps 'time' is the most precious and creative gift one can give to another, in this 'it's all about me' era.
Meaningful poem. Thanks.
Whizpurr ^-^
reply by the author on 14-Nov-2008
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Hi Pearly One,
Your poem is clever and has a timely message too. Perhaps 'time' is the most precious and creative gift one can give to another, in this 'it's all about me' era.
Meaningful poem. Thanks.
Whizpurr ^-^
Comment Written 14-Nov-2008
reply by the author on 14-Nov-2008
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My sister always tells her kids that when they ask her for lists of stuff she wants - she wants them to come over and talk, to fix the clock, to invite her to dinner. Thanks so much, Brooke
