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Buds of Hope

contemplative quatrains

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Comment from --Turtle.
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Hi Brooke,

I read this poem, I found the (I don't know if they are called analogies, or parallels, or what) but where you take things in life that are similar to the emotions evoked of longing or missing something that is needed, where it is obvious that the situation can't function properly, just like people can sometimes feel they are missing that essential something. I found each one refreshing and easy to imagine and empathize with.

The rhymes are pretty and the pattern, another easy pattern for me.

 Comment Written 19-Feb-2010


reply by the author on 20-Feb-2010
    Thank you, Turtle. I'm so pleased you found meaning in this poem :-) Brooke
Comment from tonydem
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The theme here is, I'm guessing. The sun will come out tomorrow. Sometimes easier said then done but sound advice none the less comes though in your well written quatrains.
Tony

 Comment Written 17-Feb-2010


reply by the author on 17-Feb-2010
    Thank you, Tony - yep, you win the prize :-) Brooke
Comment from Stephen C Winter (Vs
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Dear Brooke,

Lovely and vivid imagery here, bud's of Hope is an uplifting read. For the first time in ages we have a bright crisp winter day and your poem certainly gave me hope for the coming spring.

Kind regards
Steve

 Comment Written 17-Feb-2010


reply by the author on 17-Feb-2010
    Thank you, Stephen. It's good to see you this morning! Brooke :-)
Comment from sierra scribbler
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I love this, such encouraging words of hope and renewal. The photo you chose is perfect- buds (new life) and droplets of water- life itself.
Thank you for sharing.

 Comment Written 17-Feb-2010


reply by the author on 17-Feb-2010
    Thank you, Sierra. I truly appreciate your thoughtful review :-) Brooke
Comment from Aplgwest
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Ad, you've done a fine job here. This poem reads very well aloud. The imagery and message are uplifting. The sentiment is perfect for the subject but is not overly sentimental.

 Comment Written 17-Feb-2010


reply by the author on 17-Feb-2010
    Thank you, Aplgwest. I'm glad you enjoyed - I try hard not to go over that line that makes something sappy! :-) Brooke
Comment from debskatz
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Hey brooke,

you really did know exactly what i needed to hear. thank you so very much.

all were perfect iambic with the correct syllable count & perfect rhymes. Great Job!!

Again, thank you for sharing this beautiful song of hope with us!

smiles,

deb

 Comment Written 17-Feb-2010


reply by the author on 17-Feb-2010
    Thank you, Deb. I appreciate your generosity in this kind review :-) I hope you're having a good morning :-) Brooke
Comment from sugardog
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This is the most beautiful hopeful poem I have ever read!! I love it. All are perfect, but the second and third stanza are my favoites-they really spoke to me. You amaze me. . .Dana

 Comment Written 16-Feb-2010


reply by the author on 17-Feb-2010
    Dana, what a wonderfully generous review - thank you thank you!!! I'm so pleased you enjoyed this poem :-) Brooke
Comment from Nicnac
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Beautiful!
The rhythm is exquisite. I love every verse.
This poem conveys such a gentle feeling of hope.

life's renewal in small buds
keeps drawing ever near

There's beauty in the small as well as the big blessings. :)
Nic

 Comment Written 16-Feb-2010


reply by the author on 17-Feb-2010
    Thank you, Nic. I'm so glad you enjoyed :-) Brooke
Comment from mstad55
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As you watched the super bowl or just about any other sporting event this year, I can see where you have drawn inspiration for your poem; "This Buds for you" I think you should send you poem to Anheiser Bush to make a commercial of your poem. Or not. Nice job. Mike

 Comment Written 16-Feb-2010


reply by the author on 17-Feb-2010
    Oh, Mike - only you :-) Hey, if they pay well enough, they can sell beer or almost anything else with my poem! :-) Brooke
reply by mstad55 on 17-Feb-2010
    If you can get a clydsdale horse to sing it, I think it will be a hit and you should make a small fortune. No need to thank me. Mike
Comment from WRITER1
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This is a good poem, it reminds me that spring is just around the corner. This is the time of year I look forward to. Just to see the buds start is wonderful.

 Comment Written 16-Feb-2010


reply by the author on 17-Feb-2010
    Thank you, Donna. Glad this is your time of year too : -) Brooke