Comment from krys123

Excellent

For those suffering in the East, North, Midwest, and Southeast I sure hope that this springtime comes very soon. Your poem is very pleasurable, serene and unflappable And gives a sense of warmth and comfort. Technically your syllabic format is done correctly. Thank you for sharing and posting your work for everyone and may you find and have peace always.
Alex

 Comment Written 06-Mar-2014

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reply by the author on 06-Mar-2014

Alex,
Thank you so much for the kind words and generous review. Indeed as much as I dread summer, I am truly looking forward to and am hopeful for a long spring. I believe we are all due some mild weather for a change.
Smiles,
Teresa :)

reply by krys123 on 06-Mar-2014

You are so sincerely welcome Teresa and yes the way I hear of it Of the country is in dire need of some springtime weather.
Alex

Comment from Emeka13

Excellent

You anxiously await springtime what with the awful storms we have experienced this year. A bird (Cardinal) becomes that harbinger of change eagerly awaited. Well done and good luck with the contest. Emeka

 Comment Written 06-Mar-2014

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reply by the author on 06-Mar-2014

Thank you so much for the generous review and wonderful feedback. Indeed I am so tired of being cold, although when I think about the heat and humidity that await for summer I tend to become more patient.
Smiles,
Teresa :)

Comment from joeakeefe

Excellent

How appropriate your theme for this brutal winter. The cardinal certainly makes the brilliant comparison that you address in the piece. Hardy birds this specie is to withstand the vagaries of Nature in this part of the world I have a pair that cavorts around the bird feeder.

joeakeefe

 Comment Written 06-Mar-2014

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reply by the author on 06-Mar-2014

Thank you so very much for your kind review. We have several different species of birds around the property, but I must admit the red cardinal is one of my favorites.

Comment from nancyjam

Excellent

Great Haiku - gives the reader a vivid [picture
Good use of alliteration in first line,
second line expands the picture and explains
"contrast"
Adds emotional personal element of hope in third line.
Good luck in the contest. Nancy

 Comment Written 06-Mar-2014

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reply by the author on 06-Mar-2014

Nancy,
Thank you so very much for the wonderfully detailed feedback. I am always so grateful for your insights.
Smiles,
Teresa

Comment from Ben Colder

Excellent

They nest out here as well. We try to keep the black sunflower seeds out for them. Well done with this poem. Best wishes in the contest. Blessings

 Comment Written 06-Mar-2014

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reply by the author on 06-Mar-2014

Ben,
Thank you so very much for the well wishes and the kind words.
Smiles,
Teresa :)

Comment from rouskin

Excellent

Well written 5/7/5 poem with excellent artwork The northern cardinal is so well loved that it has been named the official bird of no fewer than seven U.S. states
Best of luck and be blessed

 Comment Written 06-Mar-2014

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reply by the author on 06-Mar-2014

Thank you so much for the great feedback and kind review :)

Comment from Gert sherwood

Excellent

Hello simplyteresa
what a uplifting poem to read about the sight of a red Cardinal during a winter artic storm. Will soon bring warmer weather.

beautiful snapshot.

Gert

 Comment Written 06-Mar-2014

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reply by the author on 06-Mar-2014

:) Thank you! Your kind words and thoughtful review truly make me smile.
Teresa

reply by Gert sherwood on 06-Mar-2014

Take care.

Gert

Comment from zanya

Excellent

Yes our feathered friends can alert us to the change in the seasons and stir hope in our weary winter spirit 'hope for springtime'. superb pic

 Comment Written 06-Mar-2014

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reply by the author on 06-Mar-2014

:) thank you so very much for your kind review. I do believe we are all ready for spring and to pack those winter coats.

Comment from Millibrad

Excellent

An excellent contest entry and what a beautiful picture you have captured. Thanks for posting and good luck in the contest.

 Comment Written 06-Mar-2014

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reply by the author on 06-Mar-2014

Thank you so very much for your very kind words and well wishes. I truly appreciate your time and feedback.
Smiles,
Teresa :)

Comment from judester

Excellent

Great haiku and the picture is perfect. The red against the white is a vivid contrast.. White for winter, red for summer, bravo Judester

 Comment Written 06-Mar-2014

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reply by the author on 06-Mar-2014

Thank you so much for your kind review and great feedback.
Smiles,
Teresa :)