Freddy the Pig
A book series that helped shape my life.86 total reviews
Comment from Nicnac
Brooke,
This is fabulous!
This lovely, witty poem makes me want to read the Freddy series. I read a lot as a child, (as well as now) but have never heard about Freddy the pig. :)
This poem has a fun flavor. The description and imagery is superb.
Great work! No revisions - this is a masterpiece.
little nit in your notes - (I noticed you spelled Freddy with an 'ie') lol
~Blessings,
~Nic
reply by the author on 22-Nov-2008
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Brooke,
This is fabulous!
This lovely, witty poem makes me want to read the Freddy series. I read a lot as a child, (as well as now) but have never heard about Freddy the pig. :)
This poem has a fun flavor. The description and imagery is superb.
Great work! No revisions - this is a masterpiece.
little nit in your notes - (I noticed you spelled Freddy with an 'ie') lol
~Blessings,
~Nic
Comment Written 22-Nov-2008
reply by the author on 22-Nov-2008
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Are you not a sweetheart to review a non-promoted work. Thank you, and find yourself a Freddy book to read. I reread about 8 of them recently and had a grand old time! Brooke
Comment from Fleedleflump
A brilliantly executed (as I have come to expect from you, young lady!) ode to a childhood hero. For myself, it was the Mr Men books, as they were coming out when I was little, and once each week my Grandad would walk down to the local shops with me to buy one, then we'd go back home and he'd read it to me, and I'd read it back to him. An earlly memory that one!
And once again you manage to stimulate a memory within me. For that more than anything else, I thank you Brooke.
reply by the author on 17-Nov-2008
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A brilliantly executed (as I have come to expect from you, young lady!) ode to a childhood hero. For myself, it was the Mr Men books, as they were coming out when I was little, and once each week my Grandad would walk down to the local shops with me to buy one, then we'd go back home and he'd read it to me, and I'd read it back to him. An earlly memory that one!
And once again you manage to stimulate a memory within me. For that more than anything else, I thank you Brooke.
Comment Written 17-Nov-2008
reply by the author on 17-Nov-2008
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Well, now I'm in love - first, three positive reviews from you to start off my day, and then you call me young lady! Thank you so very much for starting my day off on such a lovely note! :-) Brooke Thanks for sharing your Mr. Men memory with me
Comment from davidray
Hi again, Brooke,
I don't think I'ver heard of Freddy before, but i can see why he would be instrumental in you getting involved with your reading.
nicely done.
reply by the author on 17-Nov-2008
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Hi again, Brooke,
I don't think I'ver heard of Freddy before, but i can see why he would be instrumental in you getting involved with your reading.
nicely done.
Comment Written 16-Nov-2008
reply by the author on 17-Nov-2008
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I'm so sorry you missed Freddy in your childhood. T hanks for the great review, Brooke
Comment from Artasylum
well you had me at pig...i have always loved pigs...so bravo to freddie and his many great accomplishment...thanks so much yours, diana
reply by the author on 16-Nov-2008
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well you had me at pig...i have always loved pigs...so bravo to freddie and his many great accomplishment...thanks so much yours, diana
Comment Written 16-Nov-2008
reply by the author on 16-Nov-2008
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I had you at pig - I like that! Thanks, Brooke
Comment from ~Sarina Ali-McBride~
I liked this poem. I thought the title was kind of funny. Other than that, though, it is good and I didn't see any mistakes in it.
reply by the author on 16-Nov-2008
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I liked this poem. I thought the title was kind of funny. Other than that, though, it is good and I didn't see any mistakes in it.
Comment Written 16-Nov-2008
reply by the author on 16-Nov-2008
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How is Freddy the Pig a funny title? LOL He was my bestest friend when I was little - let's not be making fun of him!
Thank you, Brooke :-)
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I was not making fun of him or of the title. I just found it funny. A matter of opinion and I didn't mean any disrespect at all.
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well, on behalf of Freddy, I accept your apology!! LOLOL
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lol Thank you. :) :p
Comment from Peter@Poole
Delightfully nostalgic, Brooke, and making the reader understand why this character had such an influence on your life. This is just one of many occasions when we've been treated to the roots from which you've grown. Peter
reply by the author on 16-Nov-2008
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Delightfully nostalgic, Brooke, and making the reader understand why this character had such an influence on your life. This is just one of many occasions when we've been treated to the roots from which you've grown. Peter
Comment Written 16-Nov-2008
reply by the author on 16-Nov-2008
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Freddy was a most close childhood friend - glad you liked him and what you learned from him, Brooke :-)
Comment from lennis
Love this...your explanation shed some light on the subject, then I re-read the poem. I'm not familiar with the Freddy series, so that helped. Being a former elementary school teacher, I can really appreciate the power of books and the positive impressions they can leave on us. Your poem is well written and describes your memory well. Good work.
reply by the author on 16-Nov-2008
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Love this...your explanation shed some light on the subject, then I re-read the poem. I'm not familiar with the Freddy series, so that helped. Being a former elementary school teacher, I can really appreciate the power of books and the positive impressions they can leave on us. Your poem is well written and describes your memory well. Good work.
Comment Written 16-Nov-2008
reply by the author on 16-Nov-2008
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Oh, Freddy is so wonderful - I'm sorry you didn't have him while teaching - he is such a great teaching tool! T hank you, Brooke
Comment from Eternal Muse
Oh, Brooke, this was lovely! I must admit, I did not know about Freddy the Pig, until this piece. Thank you for the detailed author's notes which are very educational. Enjoyed your rhyming, the merriment of the piece, the fabulous metaphors. A thoughly enjoyable and delightful piece. Love, Y.
reply by the author on 16-Nov-2008
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Oh, Brooke, this was lovely! I must admit, I did not know about Freddy the Pig, until this piece. Thank you for the detailed author's notes which are very educational. Enjoyed your rhyming, the merriment of the piece, the fabulous metaphors. A thoughly enjoyable and delightful piece. Love, Y.
Comment Written 16-Nov-2008
reply by the author on 16-Nov-2008
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Freddy and merriment go hand in hand! Thanks, Brooke
Comment from giftid3
Thank you for sharing your thoughts, views, concept, and learning with the rest of us.
I found this to be lighthearted full of many adventures of Freddy and his amazing exploits. It is well worded and expressed and has a good flow and rhythmn.
Personally, have never read any of Walter R. Brooks' books or any of Freddy's adventures, but from what you have shared, it looks like I may have missed out on quite an adventurous pig and the journey of learning he imparted upon those who read of his exploits. Your poem has done well to give life to this character and to instil a wonder about Freddy.
Thanks and many blessings to you
reply by the author on 16-Nov-2008
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Thank you for sharing your thoughts, views, concept, and learning with the rest of us.
I found this to be lighthearted full of many adventures of Freddy and his amazing exploits. It is well worded and expressed and has a good flow and rhythmn.
Personally, have never read any of Walter R. Brooks' books or any of Freddy's adventures, but from what you have shared, it looks like I may have missed out on quite an adventurous pig and the journey of learning he imparted upon those who read of his exploits. Your poem has done well to give life to this character and to instil a wonder about Freddy.
Thanks and many blessings to you
Comment Written 16-Nov-2008
reply by the author on 16-Nov-2008
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Freddy is not to be missed! He was one of my very best friends as a child. Thank you ever so much, Brooke
Comment from Rdfrdmom2
wow, adewpearl, with a new granddaughter on the horizon, I'm going to have to check ole Freddy out, literally and figuratively. Having been raised on a farm, not sure how I missed him. Thanks for sharing.
reply by the author on 16-Nov-2008
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wow, adewpearl, with a new granddaughter on the horizon, I'm going to have to check ole Freddy out, literally and figuratively. Having been raised on a farm, not sure how I missed him. Thanks for sharing.
Comment Written 16-Nov-2008
reply by the author on 16-Nov-2008
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Freddy is NOT to be missed - he was one of my very best childhood friends. Thank you, Brooke
