Comment from Dom G Robles

Excellent

A Haiku 5-7-5. Concerned with physical nature. The picture of the sweet delicious looking cherries and the poem describing them of their physical nature
is more than enough to illustrate the essence of the poem. "Delicious gemstones" is the beauty in the description. Thank you for sharing. Dom

 Comment Written 19-Apr-2015

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reply by the author on 19-Apr-2015

Thank you, Dom, for taking the time to review my poem. I composed this poem in my head yesterday when I saw and bought the first cherries of the season at the farmer's market. My imagination described their essence. Thanks for your review.

reply by the author on 19-Apr-2015

Thank you, Dom, for taking the time to review my poem. I composed this poem in my head yesterday when I saw and bought the first cherries of the season at the farmer's market. My imagination described their essence. Thanks for your review.

Comment from ameen786

Excellent

You captured the essence of "First cherries of the season" by using pearly/rich vocabulary and still maintaining the context in composing the senryu-outstanding job! Thanks for sharing and good luck!

 Comment Written 19-Apr-2015

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reply by the author on 19-Apr-2015

Thank you for your review and contest well wishes. I surprised myself yesterday when I composed this poem in my head when I saw the first cherries of the season at the farmer's market. Thank you also for your contest well wishes.

reply by the author on 19-Apr-2015

Thank you for your review and contest well wishes. I surprised myself yesterday when I composed this poem in my head when I saw the first cherries of the season at the farmer's market. Thank you also for your contest well wishes.

Comment from inside echo

Excellent

Very delightfully juicy poem. Great comparison both in colour and rarity at this time of year. Thank you for sharing. Well Done.
Have a good day
echo

 Comment Written 19-Apr-2015

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reply by the author on 19-Apr-2015

Thank you, echo, for your fine review. When I saw them at the farmer's market yesterday, not only did I buy them, but I composed this juicy poem in my head before I ate my first cherry.

reply by the author on 19-Apr-2015

Thank you, echo, for your fine review. When I saw them at the farmer's market yesterday, not only did I buy them, but I composed this juicy poem in my head before I ate my first cherry.

Comment from Linkin Letters

Excellent

Ah very well done! So refreshing. It's difficult to find a haiku that doesn't seem forced or extremely rough edged. Impressive imagery for only 17 syllables.

 Comment Written 19-Apr-2015

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reply by the author on 19-Apr-2015

Thank you, Linkin Letters, for your kind review. I surprised myself yesterday. Not only did I see the first cherries of the season at the farmer's market yesterday, but I composed this haiku in my head before I ate the first on. I never had this instantaneous haiku reaction before. I am glad you are pleased by my effort.

Comment from fastdigits

Excellent

ah, how true, all that glitters is not
gold, but the sight, the scent and then
that first taste of the new crop of red
rip;e, sweet cherries are indeed a
basket of gemstones shining red in
the spring air.
Well done

 Comment Written 19-Apr-2015

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reply by the author on 19-Apr-2015

And well done review, fastdigit! Thank you!

Comment from Joan E.

Excellent

Cherries have not arrived at our markets yet--I am not surprised that you created this poem before you arrive home, but it is remarkable you had many left! LOL Your picture selection established the mood well, and your "rubies" plus "gemstones" metaphors were perfect. Best wishes in the 5-7-5 contest- Joan

 Comment Written 19-Apr-2015

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reply by the author on 19-Apr-2015

Yes, Joan, never before have I composed a poem in my head so quickly. My reaction to the sight of them at the farmer's market yesterday was instantaneous. I will eat the last of my rubies in a day or so.

reply by Joan E. on 19-Apr-2015

I admire your self restrain! Maybe your on to a new form of inspiration as well. -Joan

Comment from Chrisfiore

Excellent

Hi sis cat,

What a delightful poem expertly crafted and following the guidelines for the 5-7-5 contest! I think for such limited verse it really was quite visual. I wish you all the best with this contest entry. I think we have a winner! ;- ) Chrisfiore

 Comment Written 19-Apr-2015

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reply by the author on 19-Apr-2015

Thank you, Chrisfiore, for your fine review and contest well wishes. ; - )

Comment from Spitfire

Excellent

Three images for the price of one. All mention sometime we value: rubies, cherries, and gemstones. Appeal to the senses of sight, touch, and taste. Good 5-7-5.

 Comment Written 19-Apr-2015

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reply by the author on 19-Apr-2015

Thank you, Spitfire, for your fine review. I am glad my poem appeals to your senses.

Comment from bhogg

Excellent

Your post brought back memories of my own about a stroll in Germany, and cherries of course. These little short forms are fun. You 17 syllables certainly created a vision for me. Bill

 Comment Written 19-Apr-2015

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reply by the author on 19-Apr-2015

Thank you, Bill, for your fine review. I am glad my poem brought back memories.

Comment from kiwijenny

Exceptional

Sis Cat I love cherries they are my favorite fruit...they help keep my husband's gout away...and are delicious...I try to eat them everyday...frozen usually...we haven't got cherries in our stores yet...yum
God bless ...beautiful poem

 Comment Written 19-Apr-2015

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reply by the author on 19-Apr-2015

Thank you, kiwijenny, for your fine, six star review. Cherries are not only delicious, but they are curative.