Comment from tfawcus

Excellent

Children at that age can be surprisingly single-minded and creative when they are driven by their own curiosity and working to their own agenda. You are right - outside interference is definitely not welcome!

 Comment Written 30-Jan-2015

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reply by the author on 31-Jan-2015

She tells me, "Nanny, don't worry, I've got this!" jan

Comment from scd41

Excellent

Incredible! A six year old girl has aweful creativity to turn discarded items to objects which invite others' attraction. The child prodigy is sending a message to the world that out of mindless littering, mindful application is possible. I liked the poem for its simplicity.

 Comment Written 30-Jan-2015

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reply by the author on 31-Jan-2015

thanks, scd41 - jan

Comment from Walu Feral

Excellent

G'day Jan, great work mate. I wish I had her talent, My question was going to be how old is she, but you answered it for me. Wow! That is promosing for her future, there is a guy in Queensland who built an entire house out of Aluminium cans that he collect from rubbish bins etc. Cheers and well done, Fez

 Comment Written 30-Jan-2015

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reply by the author on 31-Jan-2015

thanks so much, my friend. jan

Comment from Zue65

Excellent

Wow, you have carefully and wonderfully painted to us the image of your inventive Alexis. Every line is consistently developing a picture of an inventor from old scraps and we enjoyed reading the lines you crafted with skill. I believe your Alexis, got that inventive gift from you. God bless, thanks for sharing.

 Comment Written 29-Jan-2015

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reply by the author on 31-Jan-2015

Ahhh, nassus1957, what a nice thing to say. love, jan

Comment from MelB

Excellent

I love reading about Alexis. In addition to athletic, she is also very creative. She is a very well-rounded young girl already.

 Comment Written 29-Jan-2015

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reply by the author on 31-Jan-2015

thanks, MelB - yes, she is getting ready to start soccer - can't wait to see what that brings - jan

Comment from Jacqueline M Franklin

Excellent

Hi, Jan,

It's amazing how kids can be so creative, think outside the box, leaving us to ponder----Who knew?!

Thx for sharing.

Cheers & Blessings
Keep Smilin'.... Jax (*:*)

 Comment Written 29-Jan-2015

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reply by the author on 31-Jan-2015

Smile all the time, Jax - thanks for reading - jan

Comment from CL Huth

Exceptional

What a lovely piece! What great insight into a creative, inventive child's brain! The flow was perfect. I loved the imagery. I could see her working on her creation (though my brain originally thought adult) without a care for outside input.

Wonderfully done. Thank you for sharing.

 Comment Written 29-Jan-2015

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reply by the author on 31-Jan-2015

cyberkyst, thanks again for this exceptional rating. jan

Comment from Sis Cat

Excellent

This is a fine poem. It reminds me of when I was a kid and made things from trash. I love the twist ended. The descriptions are pure and vivid. The free verse breathes. This was a delight to read. Thanks.

 Comment Written 29-Jan-2015

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reply by the author on 31-Jan-2015

thanks so much, Sis Cat. jan

Comment from alexisleech

Excellent

Lol, what a great ending! I had visions of this old lady foraging things away to use in her old age. As a granny, I can so identify with this clever poem. Well done!

Alexis x

 Comment Written 29-Jan-2015

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reply by the author on 31-Jan-2015

thank you so much, Alexis. My granddaughter's name is Alexis, also. love, jan

Comment from Glasstruth

Excellent

Beauty as in treasures are in the eyes of the beholder. You sure had me fooled with the ending. Six years old, that's brilliant. Very clever. Enjoyed immensely. Les

 Comment Written 29-Jan-2015

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reply by the author on 31-Jan-2015

Yes, and just turned 6 on January 23rd. jan