The Winter is Approaching
a Shakespearean Sonnet130 total reviews
Comment from michaelcahill
This is just about perfect. There isn't one trick in this. All beautiful imagery and smooth flowing words. Not a syllable is forced or cute. I don't have to make any allowance for anything. It reads without a hitch the very first time through and it all unfolds wonderfully. It reminds me of acting. They always say it is easier to portray someone insane than it is someone real and natural. Greatness. mikey
reply by the author on 29-Nov-2014
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This is just about perfect. There isn't one trick in this. All beautiful imagery and smooth flowing words. Not a syllable is forced or cute. I don't have to make any allowance for anything. It reads without a hitch the very first time through and it all unfolds wonderfully. It reminds me of acting. They always say it is easier to portray someone insane than it is someone real and natural. Greatness. mikey
Comment Written 29-Nov-2014
reply by the author on 29-Nov-2014
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Mikey, thank you so much, my generous friend - so glad you like this sonnet :-) I truly appreciate your thoughtful commentary :-) Brooke
Comment from Sanku
Why shouldn't one use the same rhyme in the couplets?.Well,I am by no means anywhere near being an expert ,but as a reader I don't think it decreases the pleasure of reading .
lovely sonnet about the approaching winter.I heard about the snow storm.How bad is it in your area?Birds of course are lucky ,they can just fly down to warmer climates!
reply by the author on 29-Nov-2014
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Why shouldn't one use the same rhyme in the couplets?.Well,I am by no means anywhere near being an expert ,but as a reader I don't think it decreases the pleasure of reading .
lovely sonnet about the approaching winter.I heard about the snow storm.How bad is it in your area?Birds of course are lucky ,they can just fly down to warmer climates!
Comment Written 29-Nov-2014
reply by the author on 29-Nov-2014
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Thank you so much, my friend :-) Brooke
Comment from Spiritual Echo
I surely do hope this is poetic licence or wishful thinking, not your true feelings about cold, slush and Siberian survival training.
The folks in Buffalo sure wouldn't find the softer side, but you know, these are gentle words of encouragement to see the beauty and you do this so well.
reply by the author on 29-Nov-2014
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I surely do hope this is poetic licence or wishful thinking, not your true feelings about cold, slush and Siberian survival training.
The folks in Buffalo sure wouldn't find the softer side, but you know, these are gentle words of encouragement to see the beauty and you do this so well.
Comment Written 29-Nov-2014
reply by the author on 29-Nov-2014
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Ingrid, thank you - yep, poetic license all the way - love the crappy cold and snow and ice of winter. LOL :-) Brooke
Comment from evilynne
I so do not get poetic formats and have a hard time even with sonnets, so I stick mostly to the feelings in the works presents. I am sure your sonnet is perfect, and I am now freezing. The wording of your work, as always is exquisite. Winter can be both brutal and beautiful. And now I need a cup of hot coffee! Evi
reply by the author on 29-Nov-2014
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I so do not get poetic formats and have a hard time even with sonnets, so I stick mostly to the feelings in the works presents. I am sure your sonnet is perfect, and I am now freezing. The wording of your work, as always is exquisite. Winter can be both brutal and beautiful. And now I need a cup of hot coffee! Evi
Comment Written 29-Nov-2014
reply by the author on 29-Nov-2014
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Evi, thank you so much for your generous response to my poem. I hope you've warmed up :-) Brooke
Comment from Aveindha
Extremely well written. It flows very well. I like how your theme was straight foward, but also has hidden meaning to it...and how you chose to focus on the "softer side" at the end. Well done
reply by the author on 29-Nov-2014
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Extremely well written. It flows very well. I like how your theme was straight foward, but also has hidden meaning to it...and how you chose to focus on the "softer side" at the end. Well done
Comment Written 29-Nov-2014
reply by the author on 29-Nov-2014
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Aveindha, thank you so much :-) Brooke
Comment from Louise Michelle
Hi Brooke,
What a marvelous poem. I feel so much emotion in your words, knowing you live up north. I guess what I'm saying is I can feel a struggle to keep focusing on the beauty winter provides (snow flakes)while knowing one is not able to do anything to stop the 'frozen blast' and 'chilling cruelty.' Such powerful words!
Hugs,
Lou
reply by the author on 29-Nov-2014
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Hi Brooke,
What a marvelous poem. I feel so much emotion in your words, knowing you live up north. I guess what I'm saying is I can feel a struggle to keep focusing on the beauty winter provides (snow flakes)while knowing one is not able to do anything to stop the 'frozen blast' and 'chilling cruelty.' Such powerful words!
Hugs,
Lou
Comment Written 29-Nov-2014
reply by the author on 29-Nov-2014
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Thank you so much, Lou :-) Brooke
Comment from starkat
Beautifully written Shakespearean Sonnet, Brooke. Great job with descriptions and laying out the argument. I feel the frozen blasts and see the army of invaders marching behind those fierce winds. I'm happy to learn that it's okay to use the same rhyming group in the final couplet as I always feel forced to find new rhymes for the final couplet when I'm writing one of these. That's because the form usually states gg, after efef
Winter is my least favorite season as I dread having to be outside in blizzards and subzero temps. Rarely do I contemplate the softer side and beauty of each flake as I'm shivering too much. Well, we just have to deal with winter and see it as a challenge. Wish I was one of those snow birds headed to the southwest, not returning till springtime. You'll get plenty of winter blasts in the area where you live. Hope you stay warm and happy this winter, in a comfortable place where you can continue your stellar writing.
Outstanding sonnet well written and presented with colorful photo. Enjoyed it much. Well done ... ;o) Art
reply by the author on 29-Nov-2014
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Beautifully written Shakespearean Sonnet, Brooke. Great job with descriptions and laying out the argument. I feel the frozen blasts and see the army of invaders marching behind those fierce winds. I'm happy to learn that it's okay to use the same rhyming group in the final couplet as I always feel forced to find new rhymes for the final couplet when I'm writing one of these. That's because the form usually states gg, after efef
Winter is my least favorite season as I dread having to be outside in blizzards and subzero temps. Rarely do I contemplate the softer side and beauty of each flake as I'm shivering too much. Well, we just have to deal with winter and see it as a challenge. Wish I was one of those snow birds headed to the southwest, not returning till springtime. You'll get plenty of winter blasts in the area where you live. Hope you stay warm and happy this winter, in a comfortable place where you can continue your stellar writing.
Outstanding sonnet well written and presented with colorful photo. Enjoyed it much. Well done ... ;o) Art
Comment Written 29-Nov-2014
reply by the author on 29-Nov-2014
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Art, thank you so much. I am honored by your generous rating and your most thoughtful comments. It is my least favorite season too - I despise it! Brooke
Comment from playinaround
So this is a Shakepearean Sonnet. I barely know what a sonnet is much less a Shakesperean one.. Ha. I have to take one of your classes!! This is beautiful. Thank you for sharing this wonderful descriptive poem!
reply by the author on 29-Nov-2014
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So this is a Shakepearean Sonnet. I barely know what a sonnet is much less a Shakesperean one.. Ha. I have to take one of your classes!! This is beautiful. Thank you for sharing this wonderful descriptive poem!
Comment Written 29-Nov-2014
reply by the author on 29-Nov-2014
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Thanks so much, my friend, for your generous stars and thoughtful comments. You are most welcome to register for a class. I'd love to have you :-) Brooke
Comment from Shirley B
Dear Brooke, This is a beautiful sonnet. There is a soft side of winter and it is the beautiful pictures like you have shown where the birds lands on the snow. I am not yet ready for it. You make it sound lovely. I hope you had a great thanksgiving, Shirley
reply by the author on 29-Nov-2014
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Dear Brooke, This is a beautiful sonnet. There is a soft side of winter and it is the beautiful pictures like you have shown where the birds lands on the snow. I am not yet ready for it. You make it sound lovely. I hope you had a great thanksgiving, Shirley
Comment Written 29-Nov-2014
reply by the author on 29-Nov-2014
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Thanks so much, Shirley :-) Brooke
Comment from Bina1
Your rhyme to this untrained eye is always spot on. I do so enjoy your work! A delight to read, whatever the subject! Thank you for sharing this, I do so dread the thought of winter!
reply by the author on 28-Nov-2014
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Your rhyme to this untrained eye is always spot on. I do so enjoy your work! A delight to read, whatever the subject! Thank you for sharing this, I do so dread the thought of winter!
Comment Written 28-Nov-2014
reply by the author on 28-Nov-2014
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Thank you, Bina, for your gracious response to my sonnet :-) Brooke
