Harry Hippo
An Acrostic Decima for Potlatch Poetry32 total reviews
Comment from Robert Zimmerman
Hello Yvonne. I've heard of Hungry hippo but this is the first time I've come across Harry hippo. I've also never heard the word debonair used in association with a hippo.
I understand the acrostic style in that I'm unfamiliar with the Decima. I've also never attached the word debonair.
Robert
reply by the author on 05-Apr-2020
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Hello Yvonne. I've heard of Hungry hippo but this is the first time I've come across Harry hippo. I've also never heard the word debonair used in association with a hippo.
I understand the acrostic style in that I'm unfamiliar with the Decima. I've also never attached the word debonair.
Robert
Comment Written 04-Apr-2020
reply by the author on 05-Apr-2020
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Well, Harry may be a hungry hippo. He hasn't said anything about it. Thanks for a fun review.
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Hello Yvonne. Hippos are very secretive I think.
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That's why Harry hasn't said anything, I guess. hahahaha
Comment from Drew Delaney
Excellent! The hippo is a subject I would have never thought to write on. This is very cute. The picture suits the poem as well. I think kids would love it! Stay well! Drew xx
reply by the author on 05-Apr-2020
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Excellent! The hippo is a subject I would have never thought to write on. This is very cute. The picture suits the poem as well. I think kids would love it! Stay well! Drew xx
Comment Written 04-Apr-2020
reply by the author on 05-Apr-2020
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I hope so. Thank you so much for a great review.
Comment from lyenochka
I like it - an "outstanding and debonair" hippo! Thanks for showing us how this poetic form is done. I think I'll not do the Potlatch poems until after April! Enjoyed your fun poem!
reply by the author on 05-Apr-2020
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I like it - an "outstanding and debonair" hippo! Thanks for showing us how this poetic form is done. I think I'll not do the Potlatch poems until after April! Enjoyed your fun poem!
Comment Written 04-Apr-2020
reply by the author on 05-Apr-2020
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Thank you so much. I can see you'll be busy with the month of poems to join in anything else.
Comment from Thomas Bowling
Harry has learned to accept himself as he is and he's a happy hippo. There is a valuable lesson here. We should never be ashamed of who we are. You should write a children's book about self worth.
reply by the author on 05-Apr-2020
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Harry has learned to accept himself as he is and he's a happy hippo. There is a valuable lesson here. We should never be ashamed of who we are. You should write a children's book about self worth.
Comment Written 04-Apr-2020
reply by the author on 05-Apr-2020
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Thank you. I tried it with my Wally stories in a way, but I've never put them out there to be published. You've given me a new idea, though. Thanks a bunch!
Comment from pome lover
well, that's quite a description of Harry.
I may be wrong here, as to the protocol for this kind of poem, but I believe the word at the beginning of each line should begin with a capital letter even though the word is in the middle of a phrase. At least that is how the others I've read have been, and it's easier to recognize what kind of poem it is.
It's a cute poem, cleverly worded.
pome lover
reply by the author on 05-Apr-2020
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well, that's quite a description of Harry.
I may be wrong here, as to the protocol for this kind of poem, but I believe the word at the beginning of each line should begin with a capital letter even though the word is in the middle of a phrase. At least that is how the others I've read have been, and it's easier to recognize what kind of poem it is.
It's a cute poem, cleverly worded.
pome lover
Comment Written 04-Apr-2020
reply by the author on 05-Apr-2020
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I may have been wrong not to capitalize words in the middle of the sentence. I'll have to check that out. Thanks for the heads-up.
Comment from Jeffrey L. Michaux
I like Harry Hippo even though he doesn't have any hair. He still is a standout in the wild with few who would dare try to oppose him. Thanks for sharing this humorous and well written work. Well done!
reply by the author on 05-Apr-2020
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I like Harry Hippo even though he doesn't have any hair. He still is a standout in the wild with few who would dare try to oppose him. Thanks for sharing this humorous and well written work. Well done!
Comment Written 04-Apr-2020
reply by the author on 05-Apr-2020
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Thank you. I'm glad you enjoyed it.
Comment from Iza Deleanu
Love the hippo and it's such a treat to see a poem about this noble creature:"He hardly has a single hair,
and Harry doesn't seem to care,
recalling there's no need to brush.
Responding to all those who stare,
yet trying hardest not to blush."
Very cute lines - single hair - to care - no need to brush - who stare - to blush"
Thank you for sharing and good luck with your writings and stay safe.
reply by the author on 05-Apr-2020
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Love the hippo and it's such a treat to see a poem about this noble creature:"He hardly has a single hair,
and Harry doesn't seem to care,
recalling there's no need to brush.
Responding to all those who stare,
yet trying hardest not to blush."
Very cute lines - single hair - to care - no need to brush - who stare - to blush"
Thank you for sharing and good luck with your writings and stay safe.
Comment Written 04-Apr-2020
reply by the author on 05-Apr-2020
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Thank you for this great review. You stay safe, too.
Comment from Minglement
This is such a fun write and I originally thought it was for the chilrens Rhymin poem contest. It would be perfect for that and it's the perfect illustration. Good job.
reply by the author on 05-Apr-2020
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This is such a fun write and I originally thought it was for the chilrens Rhymin poem contest. It would be perfect for that and it's the perfect illustration. Good job.
Comment Written 04-Apr-2020
reply by the author on 05-Apr-2020
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Thank you. I'm glad you enjoyed it.
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My pleasure.
Comment from Janice Canerdy
Your acrostic poem has it all. It is skillfully and creatively composed. The rhyme and meter are excellent. Most importantly, you have created a delightful and descriptive "character sketch" of Harry! :-)
reply by the author on 05-Apr-2020
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Your acrostic poem has it all. It is skillfully and creatively composed. The rhyme and meter are excellent. Most importantly, you have created a delightful and descriptive "character sketch" of Harry! :-)
Comment Written 04-Apr-2020
reply by the author on 05-Apr-2020
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Thank you for saying that. I'm so happy you liked it.
Comment from Jannypan (Jan)
Perfect form for your challenge poem, Yvonne. Your words read smoothly with great rhyme. There's great imagery, too. I could 'see' Harry swaggering around big as the world. The picture is perfect for your well-chosen words. My favorite line is 'predictably he doesn't rush.' You did a great job with the alliteration of h, l , and I. Thanks for sharing a great example of this complex style. Respectfully, Jan
reply by the author on 04-Apr-2020
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Perfect form for your challenge poem, Yvonne. Your words read smoothly with great rhyme. There's great imagery, too. I could 'see' Harry swaggering around big as the world. The picture is perfect for your well-chosen words. My favorite line is 'predictably he doesn't rush.' You did a great job with the alliteration of h, l , and I. Thanks for sharing a great example of this complex style. Respectfully, Jan
Comment Written 04-Apr-2020
reply by the author on 04-Apr-2020
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Thank you for this wonderful review, and for keeping us on our toes with new challenges.
