Comment from Phyllis Stewart

Excellent

Bravo! Yes, indeed. "Count your blessings" is always good advice, but it's never been said as well before. I lovvve those opening lines:

For the roll in a roly poly,
for the cheese in my ravioli.

Those could only have come from the mind of a poetic genius and best-selling children's author. :)

 Comment Written 26-Nov-2014

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reply by the author on 26-Nov-2014

Thank you so much, Phyllis :-) Brooke

Comment from Dawn Munro

Excellent

Oh, wow! What a great poem! I think, combined with the stellar picture your son-in-law snapped, reading this poem would soften the heart of the most miserable person in the world! HAHAHAHA!!! It's pure joy expressed, in my opinion. LOVED it! :0)

 Comment Written 26-Nov-2014

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reply by the author on 26-Nov-2014

Thank you so much, Dawn :-) Brooke

Comment from barbara.wilkey

Excellent

What a wonderful family? I know they are a blessing to you. Are you going to be able to visit them this holiday season? I sure hope so.

 Comment Written 26-Nov-2014

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reply by the author on 26-Nov-2014

Thanks so much, Barbara. I will visit them from December 5 through 14 - it's getting close :-) Brooke

Comment from billmetz

Exceptional

This is a 6 star for sure. I really like the simple message and the flow of the verses. The rhyme go so good together and when reading it a smile comes to a person's face.

 Comment Written 26-Nov-2014

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reply by the author on 26-Nov-2014

Thanks so very much, Bill, for your generous and gracious response to my poem :-) Brooke

Comment from Wendyanne

Excellent

Aw what a lovely little family portrait Brooke. Your poem is lovely. It made me feel grateful for the little things in my life too. Well done.

 Comment Written 26-Nov-2014

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reply by the author on 26-Nov-2014

Thanks so much, Wendyanne :-) Brooke

Comment from reconciled

Exceptional

Amen...the sugar that makes life sweet is taken for granted until taken away...and then we see. Better to realize every simple love is cake frosting...lick the spoon so good...-wink- Big love to you Lady...happy Thanksgiving Michael

 Comment Written 26-Nov-2014

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reply by the author on 26-Nov-2014

Michael, thank you so much for your generous sixth star, and Happy Thanksgiving to you, too, my friend :-) Brooke

reply by reconciled on 26-Nov-2014

yes maam...this year for sure....-smile-

Comment from livelylinda

Excellent

Brooke: this poem brought me to tears. It is so true that we thank God for the big things but need to pay more attention to the little gifts we receive each day. Today I woke up, my old and damaged heart still beating. I am thankful. This is a most beautiful poem for children. Everything is child relatable and the rhyme makes it a little bit fun within a serious subject. I adore the new picture of Sawyer with his little fists beneath his chin. The look on his face is pure angel! The picture with he and his parents is so sweet. He is a very lucky young man to have such a wonderful family. Happy Thanksgiving! Linda

 Comment Written 26-Nov-2014

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reply by the author on 26-Nov-2014

Linda, thank you so much. I just love that new portrait. It was taken in Subway after his My Gym class where he was a super good boy. His mom told him he had been so good he could get a cookie, and he was giving her his "I'm happy you're praising me and getting me a treat" look. LOL :-) Brooke

Comment from flylikeaneagle

Excellent

Precious Brooke: I give thanks for you teaching me to take words and make poems with a beat. Thank you. This is adorable with life's simple ups and downs. The kite and the clouds, the cat in your lap and the pop that bursts.
What joy life brings and children keep us young.
God bless you and your precious family! flylikeaneagle

 Comment Written 26-Nov-2014

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reply by the author on 26-Nov-2014

thank you so much, my friend :-) My best wishes to your family, too. Brooke

Comment from robina1978

Excellent

Excellent photo that complements your poem very well. All about thanksgiving. A nice poem and I see you picked up the word selfie.

 Comment Written 26-Nov-2014

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reply by the author on 26-Nov-2014

Thank you so much, Ine :-) Brooke

Comment from rod007

Excellent

I love the little things in life too. The repetition of 'give thanks for the little things' adds a tremendous effect and impact on this piece. A wonderful creation, Brooke, and I give thanks for this 'little' poem.

 Comment Written 26-Nov-2014

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reply by the author on 26-Nov-2014

rod, thank you so much :-) Brooke