Caterpillar
four quatrains in tribute to my favorite insect71 total reviews
Comment from shimmeringlights
Never looked at a caterpillar that way, always was waiting for the transformation. I like how you put its beauty forth. Well written, good luck.
reply by the author on 30-Jan-2009
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Never looked at a caterpillar that way, always was waiting for the transformation. I like how you put its beauty forth. Well written, good luck.
Comment Written 30-Jan-2009
reply by the author on 30-Jan-2009
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Thank you - I'm glad this made you consider another perspective :-) Brooke
Comment from kassey
"I've always found enchantment in it's fuzz"
You have such a way of making the simplest things in nature have a beauty for all to see. The simple caterpillar transforms into a beautiful butterfly. Excellent poem Kay
reply by the author on 30-Jan-2009
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"I've always found enchantment in it's fuzz"
You have such a way of making the simplest things in nature have a beauty for all to see. The simple caterpillar transforms into a beautiful butterfly. Excellent poem Kay
Comment Written 30-Jan-2009
reply by the author on 30-Jan-2009
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Kay, I'm so glad you liked my ode to the lowly caterpillar :-) Brooke
Comment from minopavlic
The grace and elegance within this inspirational poem is heartfelt. Yes memories are always treasured and more often triggered by a lake or a park.
However the beauty within your words draws my attention to the indescribable beauty of nature along with the mystifying beauty found within all creatures great and small, its very life is a gem.
No_obstacle
reply by the author on 30-Jan-2009
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The grace and elegance within this inspirational poem is heartfelt. Yes memories are always treasured and more often triggered by a lake or a park.
However the beauty within your words draws my attention to the indescribable beauty of nature along with the mystifying beauty found within all creatures great and small, its very life is a gem.
No_obstacle
Comment Written 30-Jan-2009
reply by the author on 30-Jan-2009
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Thank you for your positive and kind review :-) Brooke
Comment from Joyce L.
This poem gives us a thought from a different point of view, thank you for sharing. The picture and the words are such a delight...especially this time of year.
reply by the author on 29-Jan-2009
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This poem gives us a thought from a different point of view, thank you for sharing. The picture and the words are such a delight...especially this time of year.
Comment Written 29-Jan-2009
reply by the author on 29-Jan-2009
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So glad you liked this one - thanks for your kind words, Brooke
Comment from Diny
Interesting viewpoint on the catterpillar- Yes most consentrate on the final destination - but as you point out here- the journey is hard and long- and not many look at that- Great write- Wrtie on-Di
reply by the author on 29-Jan-2009
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Interesting viewpoint on the catterpillar- Yes most consentrate on the final destination - but as you point out here- the journey is hard and long- and not many look at that- Great write- Wrtie on-Di
Comment Written 29-Jan-2009
reply by the author on 29-Jan-2009
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Di, thanks for your perceptive read and kind comments, Brooke
Comment from davidray
I have always found them to be a misunderstood creature. Yeah, they can and do wreak havoc, but they are amazing to watch.
Thanks as always for sharing, BRooke.
One tiny nit:
-that when the sun's rays fall upon its face (i think there's an extra space after sun's.)
Continued fun.
David xx
reply by the author on 29-Jan-2009
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I have always found them to be a misunderstood creature. Yeah, they can and do wreak havoc, but they are amazing to watch.
Thanks as always for sharing, BRooke.
One tiny nit:
-that when the sun's rays fall upon its face (i think there's an extra space after sun's.)
Continued fun.
David xx
Comment Written 29-Jan-2009
reply by the author on 29-Jan-2009
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David - thanks for pointing that out and for the kind review!! Brooke
Comment from mstad55
When I was young, the hairy worm used to make all the little girls squirm. But the wolly bear with it's coat of hair is a weather forecaster,this I'm sure you know. The thicker the bands the deeper the snow. So, tis a curious creature this catepillar not worm or snake or snail, for what other creature changes completely into a differnt being? It's the stuff we would call a fairytale. mstad55
reply by the author on 28-Jan-2009
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When I was young, the hairy worm used to make all the little girls squirm. But the wolly bear with it's coat of hair is a weather forecaster,this I'm sure you know. The thicker the bands the deeper the snow. So, tis a curious creature this catepillar not worm or snake or snail, for what other creature changes completely into a differnt being? It's the stuff we would call a fairytale. mstad55
Comment Written 28-Jan-2009
reply by the author on 28-Jan-2009
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maybe that's why I love them so much - I love fairy tales! Thanks, Brooke :-)
Comment from findingmyroom
What a nice departure from that whole caterpillar-as-staging-to-butterfly obsession. I especially like the idea that it "finds enjoyment as it feeds among the leaves." A lovely, lyrical way to describe this wonderful creature. Good luck in the contest.
reply by the author on 28-Jan-2009
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What a nice departure from that whole caterpillar-as-staging-to-butterfly obsession. I especially like the idea that it "finds enjoyment as it feeds among the leaves." A lovely, lyrical way to describe this wonderful creature. Good luck in the contest.
Comment Written 28-Jan-2009
reply by the author on 28-Jan-2009
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thanks so much - glad you like it and thanks for the contest encouragement! Brooke
Comment from Minglement
Well, this is a lovely poem, and I agree, no doubt the lowly caterpillar has no clue of what is in his future. I won't even quibble about the number of legs (an insect has 6), 'cause soon enough he'll have the right number. I think a butterfly has six...? Good luck.
reply by the author on 28-Jan-2009
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Well, this is a lovely poem, and I agree, no doubt the lowly caterpillar has no clue of what is in his future. I won't even quibble about the number of legs (an insect has 6), 'cause soon enough he'll have the right number. I think a butterfly has six...? Good luck.
Comment Written 28-Jan-2009
reply by the author on 28-Jan-2009
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yeah, somebody else did a spider that has 8 - I figure this is close enough! LOL
that could be a real site scandal - eliminating poems based on the scientific classification ;-) Brooke
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What fun! You're right, guess they won't be counting legs... Have fun!
Comment from Dave-Aranda-Richards
This is my choice for the contest winner..although I understood everything Brooke wrote..am I entering the outer sanction or did she write in everyday language? Don't know but I loved it!
Dave
reply by the author on 28-Jan-2009
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This is my choice for the contest winner..although I understood everything Brooke wrote..am I entering the outer sanction or did she write in everyday language? Don't know but I loved it!
Dave
Comment Written 28-Jan-2009
reply by the author on 28-Jan-2009
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Dave, thanks so much, especially considering I'm rather far behind!! LOL Brooke
