The Iris and the Dandelion
whimsy with a point99 total reviews
Comment from Nescher Pyscher
Dandelions kick ace.
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Keep those sissy flowers than can't grow anywhere. I want me a flower than can grow in a grease can!
reply by the author on 23-Jul-2009
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Dandelions kick ace.
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Keep those sissy flowers than can't grow anywhere. I want me a flower than can grow in a grease can!
Comment Written 22-Jul-2009
reply by the author on 23-Jul-2009
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Thanks, Nescher - you will love when you daughter gives you a bouquet of them :-) Brooke
Comment from Mrs Happy Poet
So many of us look at weeds this way but infact they can also add beauty to our gardens with there colours well done again regards Fuller
reply by the author on 21-Jul-2009
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So many of us look at weeds this way but infact they can also add beauty to our gardens with there colours well done again regards Fuller
Comment Written 21-Jul-2009
reply by the author on 21-Jul-2009
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Thanks so much, Fuller - I appreciate your warm comments. Brooke :-)
Comment from sgalletti
Oh Brooke! I so wish I still had six stars to give. This is, by far, the BEST poem I've read on FS! Everything about it is wonderful. Rythm, rhyme, and most of all, the imagery. And, what a great story you tell with the Iris and the Dandelion! I am so glad it had a happy ending. I'm sure that both flowers had the best of intentions. FABULOUS! Sue
reply by the author on 20-Jul-2009
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Oh Brooke! I so wish I still had six stars to give. This is, by far, the BEST poem I've read on FS! Everything about it is wonderful. Rythm, rhyme, and most of all, the imagery. And, what a great story you tell with the Iris and the Dandelion! I am so glad it had a happy ending. I'm sure that both flowers had the best of intentions. FABULOUS! Sue
Comment Written 20-Jul-2009
reply by the author on 20-Jul-2009
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Sue, I really did enjoy writing this one - your comments mean a great deal to me :-) You'll give me a swelled head! Brooke :-)
Comment from Fleedleflump
Awww, a sweet tale. A weed's only a weed because we say it is. lol, I'm a fine one to talk; my garden consists of a pebbled driveway for the other half's car with occasional foliage encroaching around the edges :-)
Mike
reply by the author on 20-Jul-2009
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Awww, a sweet tale. A weed's only a weed because we say it is. lol, I'm a fine one to talk; my garden consists of a pebbled driveway for the other half's car with occasional foliage encroaching around the edges :-)
Mike
Comment Written 20-Jul-2009
reply by the author on 20-Jul-2009
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Mike - thank you - I will ignore the part about the driveway that clearly indicates you are living in sin! LOL Brooke
Comment from Crusty
The iris, with POMPOSITY, what a marvellous word and a spectacular use. Hahaha. Love it.
This is a superb piece mate and beautifully presented.
As always, you've out done yourself :-)
Have a beautiful day mate.
Brad...
reply by the author on 19-Jul-2009
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The iris, with POMPOSITY, what a marvellous word and a spectacular use. Hahaha. Love it.
This is a superb piece mate and beautifully presented.
As always, you've out done yourself :-)
Have a beautiful day mate.
Brad...
Comment Written 19-Jul-2009
reply by the author on 19-Jul-2009
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Pomposity is one of those words I've always loved for both the sound and meaning of it - and how they just naturally go together - even if you heard the word for the very first time, you'd just know it wasn't complimentary :-) Thanks, Brad. Brooke
Comment from Roisin
Oh Brooke. This one really brought a tear to my eye. It's beautiful. I read it again and again to drink in the words. The message here can be applied to so many situations - it should be made into a poster and put up in every class-room. Beauty is indeed in the eye of the beholder and your poem would teach children to never feel bad about being different. I love that the child picked the dandelion in the end and I love that you used flowers that we can all relate to, to get your message accross. It's wonderful.
Hugs
Roisin x
reply by the author on 19-Jul-2009
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Oh Brooke. This one really brought a tear to my eye. It's beautiful. I read it again and again to drink in the words. The message here can be applied to so many situations - it should be made into a poster and put up in every class-room. Beauty is indeed in the eye of the beholder and your poem would teach children to never feel bad about being different. I love that the child picked the dandelion in the end and I love that you used flowers that we can all relate to, to get your message accross. It's wonderful.
Hugs
Roisin x
Comment Written 19-Jul-2009
reply by the author on 19-Jul-2009
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Roisin, thank you! You know how much I admire your work, so a six from you is doubly special. I really appreciate your comments, too. Yes, too many children need to internalize this lesson because they don't believe enough in themselves :-) Brooke
Comment from tonydem
As promised. This is my favorite of all you flower poems. I suppose that's because it has a lovely twist at the end, not that's I'm a big fan of twists(LOL). A well deserved 6 pack of stars.(Wonder what's on my mind.)
Tony
reply by the author on 19-Jul-2009
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As promised. This is my favorite of all you flower poems. I suppose that's because it has a lovely twist at the end, not that's I'm a big fan of twists(LOL). A well deserved 6 pack of stars.(Wonder what's on my mind.)
Tony
Comment Written 19-Jul-2009
reply by the author on 19-Jul-2009
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You're a total sweetheart. Thank you, Tony, even if your mind is on beer!! LOL Brooke :-)
Comment from Gaye Hemsley
Hi Brooke What a lovely ending, the humble little dandelion won out in the finish. It rhymes well and being centred looks really good. Cheers Gaye
reply by the author on 19-Jul-2009
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Hi Brooke What a lovely ending, the humble little dandelion won out in the finish. It rhymes well and being centred looks really good. Cheers Gaye
Comment Written 19-Jul-2009
reply by the author on 19-Jul-2009
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I enjoyed writing this one - I'm so glad you like it. Thank you, Gaye :-) Brooke
Comment from bjt6
Aw, love the ending! So cute. This is lovely and playful. A great little story-poem. I like the metaphor of a court of flowers. Beautiful piece!
reply by the author on 19-Jul-2009
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Aw, love the ending! So cute. This is lovely and playful. A great little story-poem. I like the metaphor of a court of flowers. Beautiful piece!
Comment Written 19-Jul-2009
reply by the author on 19-Jul-2009
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Thank you for this lovely review - I really enjoyed writing this one so I'm so glad you enjoyed reading it :-) Brooke
Comment from Melody Foreman
This poem gave me chills and brought a tear to my eye. you are an artist and words are your medium. This poem is gold I'd like a copy of it,truly an honor to read it .Wish I could give it more stars.
reply by the author on 19-Jul-2009
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This poem gave me chills and brought a tear to my eye. you are an artist and words are your medium. This poem is gold I'd like a copy of it,truly an honor to read it .Wish I could give it more stars.
Comment Written 18-Jul-2009
reply by the author on 19-Jul-2009
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Melody, I am honored by your most generous and encouraging comments. The only thing I ask if people copy a poem is to write on it that it is by Brooke Baldwin. :-) thanks so very much. Brooke :-)
