Blackberrying
Blank Verse40 total reviews
Comment from Bichon
A lovely poem that reflects on your times of blackberry picking, with added effects. I have never been blackberry picking before, but your poem makes it seem like such an adventure.
Chloe.
reply by the author on 17-Feb-2018
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A lovely poem that reflects on your times of blackberry picking, with added effects. I have never been blackberry picking before, but your poem makes it seem like such an adventure.
Chloe.
Comment Written 17-Feb-2018
reply by the author on 17-Feb-2018
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Thanks, Chloe. You should definitely try it!
Comment from Rasmine
It sounds like it was a great day. Picking berries with friends sounds like a great time. I'm thinking about how great the jam was -- must have been delicious. :)
reply by the author on 17-Feb-2018
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It sounds like it was a great day. Picking berries with friends sounds like a great time. I'm thinking about how great the jam was -- must have been delicious. :)
Comment Written 17-Feb-2018
reply by the author on 17-Feb-2018
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Yes, a perfect way to spend an afternoon!
Comment from Dolly'sPoems
I have been on many fruit picking expeditions when I was very young, black current and stawberries and it is quite hard back breaking work for very little reward except that you make lots of friends and have fun along the way, your poem brought back some joyful memories Tony, love Dolly x
reply by the author on 17-Feb-2018
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I have been on many fruit picking expeditions when I was very young, black current and stawberries and it is quite hard back breaking work for very little reward except that you make lots of friends and have fun along the way, your poem brought back some joyful memories Tony, love Dolly x
Comment Written 17-Feb-2018
reply by the author on 17-Feb-2018
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Thanks, Dolly. Sometimes, as you suggest, the rewards are of a different kind.
Comment from Dorothy Farrell
Hi Tony, this post is absolutely exquisite. I found it so moving and the whole of your first stanza is just a beautiful use of metaphor. I can honestly say it is the best poem I have read on this site since I don't know when. That first stanza was so lovely that I felt it personally and a bit weepy - the measure of a great poem.
'for in these pickings we were sealing bonds more firmly than the lids on jars of fruit, a friendship now that's crystallised in words.' So romantic - the whole of the poem is a joy to read, glad I had a 6 left - regards Dorothy
reply by the author on 17-Feb-2018
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Hi Tony, this post is absolutely exquisite. I found it so moving and the whole of your first stanza is just a beautiful use of metaphor. I can honestly say it is the best poem I have read on this site since I don't know when. That first stanza was so lovely that I felt it personally and a bit weepy - the measure of a great poem.
'for in these pickings we were sealing bonds more firmly than the lids on jars of fruit, a friendship now that's crystallised in words.' So romantic - the whole of the poem is a joy to read, glad I had a 6 left - regards Dorothy
Comment Written 17-Feb-2018
reply by the author on 17-Feb-2018
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Such a lovely review, Dorothy. Yes, I put my heart into this one. Delighted that it struck a chord! I appreciate the extra star. Best wishes, Tony
Comment from jenintorre
I really enjoyed reading this blank verse. It really brought back memories of blackberry picking and then making jam. The picture of blackberries is superb. Nice one. Cheers Jen.
reply by the author on 17-Feb-2018
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I really enjoyed reading this blank verse. It really brought back memories of blackberry picking and then making jam. The picture of blackberries is superb. Nice one. Cheers Jen.
Comment Written 17-Feb-2018
reply by the author on 17-Feb-2018
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Thanks, Jen. So glad that this brought back happy memories.
Comment from ScarletAffliction
Our minds soon tuned into the insect whirr
and hum of bees that hovered on the flowers
in this our chapel, perilous and rare,
surrounded by a thicket hedge of thorns,
and mordant fruit beyond our wildest hopes.
This was a real treat. I felt I was in the middle of this movie that your poem created and it was a sweet tale. Thank you for the trip through what must have been a very lovely memory. :)
reply by the author on 17-Feb-2018
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Our minds soon tuned into the insect whirr
and hum of bees that hovered on the flowers
in this our chapel, perilous and rare,
surrounded by a thicket hedge of thorns,
and mordant fruit beyond our wildest hopes.
This was a real treat. I felt I was in the middle of this movie that your poem created and it was a sweet tale. Thank you for the trip through what must have been a very lovely memory. :)
Comment Written 17-Feb-2018
reply by the author on 17-Feb-2018
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Yes, it is a lovely memory, and I'm delighted that you enjoyed sharing it. Best wishes, Tony.
Comment from nomi338
This reminds me of times spent with my cousins. We would venture into the woods near our grandmother's house in rural Arkansas. We would find wild berries, eat them with our fingers, staining our t-shirts ad then skinny dip in a creek that was alos located near grandma's house.
reply by the author on 17-Feb-2018
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This reminds me of times spent with my cousins. We would venture into the woods near our grandmother's house in rural Arkansas. We would find wild berries, eat them with our fingers, staining our t-shirts ad then skinny dip in a creek that was alos located near grandma's house.
Comment Written 17-Feb-2018
reply by the author on 17-Feb-2018
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This seems to have sparked some happy memories in many reviewers. Thank you for sharing yours! All the best, Tony.
Comment from lyenochka
Thanks for sharing this well crafted verse about a delicious memory. It takes strength and courage to go blackberrying as the thorns are fearsome. Sounds like a lot of work but you shared your labor of love.
reply by the author on 17-Feb-2018
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Thanks for sharing this well crafted verse about a delicious memory. It takes strength and courage to go blackberrying as the thorns are fearsome. Sounds like a lot of work but you shared your labor of love.
Comment Written 16-Feb-2018
reply by the author on 17-Feb-2018
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Thanks, Helen. I am an intrepid blackberrier! The rewards are many!
Comment from dejohnsrld (Debbie)
Tony, this is the first blank verse I've read in ages and you are indeed a master of it. A beautiful poem full of imagery. The rhyme certainly isn't needed in this one. Well done, my friend~Debbie
reply by the author on 17-Feb-2018
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Tony, this is the first blank verse I've read in ages and you are indeed a master of it. A beautiful poem full of imagery. The rhyme certainly isn't needed in this one. Well done, my friend~Debbie
Comment Written 16-Feb-2018
reply by the author on 17-Feb-2018
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Such a nice reciew, Debbie. Thank you, both for it and for the six stars. Much appreciated! Best wishes, Tony
Comment from Zue65
I really admire poets who can come up with very long poem, which is indicative of how prolific the writer is. I enjoyed reading your poem, especially the last three lines, "for in these pickings, we were sealing bonds more firmly than the lids on jars of fruits, a friendship now that's crystallized in words.", Thanks for sharing. Well done.
reply by the author on 17-Feb-2018
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I really admire poets who can come up with very long poem, which is indicative of how prolific the writer is. I enjoyed reading your poem, especially the last three lines, "for in these pickings, we were sealing bonds more firmly than the lids on jars of fruits, a friendship now that's crystallized in words.", Thanks for sharing. Well done.
Comment Written 16-Feb-2018
reply by the author on 17-Feb-2018
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Very many thanks for your review and kind comments. Much appreciated, as always. Tony
