Comment from seaglass

Excellent

LOL, if you had not told me those were not lilies in your notes, I wouldn't have known. I was captivated by the wee fairies. Your poem paints a minute picture in time and nature.

 Comment Written 04-Apr-2016

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reply by the author on 04-Apr-2016

Thanks so much for this gracious review!

:) Bev

Comment from terry drake

Good

Your poem was very enlightening and thought provoking. A 3,4,4 count is difficult at times you did very well if you read furled in one syllable. I'm afraid some people might read it furl-ed.

 Comment Written 04-Apr-2016

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reply by the author on 04-Apr-2016

Thanks for the review.

Comment from Green Lake Girl

Excellent

And even more poetry from a prose writer. You're full of surprises, Bev.

The subject sort of ties in with the Easter season, which was crazy early this year. I like the comparison between nature and religion. (At least that's my interpretation!) The artwork is stunning. You have a knack of enhancing your writing with the perfect art. Nicely done, Miss Bev!

 Comment Written 04-Apr-2016

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reply by the author on 04-Apr-2016

Thanks so much, Marietta

Av mentioned in her review that she thought the flowers in the picture might be an unusual species of lily.

Appreciate it!

Bev

Comment from papa55mike

Excellent

Who cares if it's not Lilies, I love this well written poem.
Your few words captures the meaning of spring and flowers wanting to open.
Have a great day and God bless.
mike

 Comment Written 04-Apr-2016

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reply by the author on 04-Apr-2016

Thanks so much, Mike. I really appreciate this really gracious review.

Blessings to you as well!

Bev

Comment from lightink

Excellent

Beautiful poem with a very fitting display!
I love the inspirational message and the beautiful imagery of the "furled lily".
This haiku seem to have the satori line as the first line - but it can be also read as one grammatically conned sentence, which in not always accepted in this form.
However, it's so beautiful, it should remain as it is.
Lovely poem!

 Comment Written 03-Apr-2016

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reply by the author on 04-Apr-2016

Thanks so much, lightink. I would have to agree this is not a 'pure' haiku. Probably should have called it in the style of.

I appreciate your kind review.

:) Bev

Comment from mermaids

Excellent

I like your last line "resurrection", it shows how spring is going to arrive anyways. excellent poetic images created in your 3-4-4 form. Lilies are beautiful flowers and deserve to be in a poem.

 Comment Written 03-Apr-2016

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reply by the author on 03-Apr-2016

Thanks so much for your gracious review, mermaids. Nice to hear from you!

Bev

Comment from Alan K Pease

Excellent

Your poem, furled Lilly, fulfills you chosen constraints for this type of poetry perfectly except for its actual use of a Lilly. I did not see the images of the women which relate better to the statement of the poem.

 Comment Written 03-Apr-2016

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reply by the author on 03-Apr-2016

I appreciate your statement that my poem 'fulfills you chosen constraints'. I've honestly never considered knocking off a point on any review - ever - for accompanying artwork, music, etc. An interesting choice.

Comment from chcbeck

Excellent

Your poem really does sum up the feeling of waiting for the Lilly to open knowing its perfect beauty. Perfect style and structure. Thanks for sharing this lovely poem.

 Comment Written 03-Apr-2016

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reply by the author on 03-Apr-2016

Hi, chcbeck

Thank you very much for taking time out to read and review my poem. I appreciate your gracious insights and encouragement.

:) Bev

Comment from Dorothy Farrell

Excellent

Hi - A short piece but it holds truths. Lilies come back from sleep year upon year and as you say, in a very poetic way, are resurrected. Lovely picture - no, not lilies but nice all the same. Warm regards Dorothy x

 Comment Written 03-Apr-2016

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reply by the author on 03-Apr-2016

Hi, Dorothy

Thank you very much for this really nice review. I appreciate your support and encouragement.

I did not know this when I chose the photo, but one of my reviewers said it resembled a type of unusual Lily!

Nice serendipity.

:) Bev

Comment from boxergirl

Excellent

Hi Bev,
This is a great haiku for poetry month. The imagery is strong and the satori line is perfect.
I'd never have known it wasn't a lilly picture. lol

 Comment Written 03-Apr-2016

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reply by the author on 03-Apr-2016

Thanks so much, Karen. Actually, I was told by one reviewer that the flowers pictures are a type of lily. I didn't know that!
I've caught some heck for including a picture with my haiku, which I expected. But I love AvMurray's artwork and couldn't resist.

Have a great week!

Bev