Picture Poems
Viewing comments for Chapter 207 "Amaryllis"Photograph Inspired Poems
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Comment from Dr. Nad
You have taken what to so many of us is a bland subject of botany, and brought literary delight to this product of God's nature. The combination of the beautiful picture and the free-flowing words in this rhyming poem draw us to the conclusion that your presentation is a literary and artistic delight. Thank you so much for sharing. May God bless you!
reply by the author on 21-Feb-2015
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You have taken what to so many of us is a bland subject of botany, and brought literary delight to this product of God's nature. The combination of the beautiful picture and the free-flowing words in this rhyming poem draw us to the conclusion that your presentation is a literary and artistic delight. Thank you so much for sharing. May God bless you!
Comment Written 21-Feb-2015
reply by the author on 21-Feb-2015
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Thank you Dr. Nad for such high praise. I appreciate you stopping to read and review.
You are very welcome,
Embrace the Love from above!
Comment from mumsyone
Your poem is a beautiful tribute to the amaryllis, which is truly a beautiful flower. I've only grown one inside once. Your poem has excellent rhyme and meter.
This lovely flower is sure to delight, (no comma)
reply by the author on 21-Feb-2015
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Your poem is a beautiful tribute to the amaryllis, which is truly a beautiful flower. I've only grown one inside once. Your poem has excellent rhyme and meter.
This lovely flower is sure to delight, (no comma)
Comment Written 21-Feb-2015
reply by the author on 21-Feb-2015
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Thank you mumsyone.
Comment from Joan E.
You are so prescient--I've been looking for a potted amaryllis to replace my defunct plant from Christmas 2013. Thanks for your notes--maybe I'll get lucky in March--if not, I can satisfy my urge by re-reading your poem and gazing at your outstanding, artful picture. I admired your rhymed, five-line stanzas and your "lion manes" metaphor plus "flame" simile. Here's to combating the "effects of seasonal gloom"! Smiles- Joan
reply by the author on 16-Feb-2015
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You are so prescient--I've been looking for a potted amaryllis to replace my defunct plant from Christmas 2013. Thanks for your notes--maybe I'll get lucky in March--if not, I can satisfy my urge by re-reading your poem and gazing at your outstanding, artful picture. I admired your rhymed, five-line stanzas and your "lion manes" metaphor plus "flame" simile. Here's to combating the "effects of seasonal gloom"! Smiles- Joan
Comment Written 16-Feb-2015
reply by the author on 16-Feb-2015
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Wow Joan, what an impressive review. Thanks!
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The best part is every word it true! Sweet dreams- Joan
Comment from Preston McWhorter
Hi, Treischel,
"Amaryllis" is a beautiful poem invoking love for the "naked lady". It truly sparkles with rhyme and rhythm. It is well crafted in an unusual format.
Preston
reply by the author on 16-Feb-2015
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Hi, Treischel,
"Amaryllis" is a beautiful poem invoking love for the "naked lady". It truly sparkles with rhyme and rhythm. It is well crafted in an unusual format.
Preston
Comment Written 16-Feb-2015
reply by the author on 16-Feb-2015
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Thank you Preston. Good to have you back, my friend.
Comment from trimple
Hello there, Tom
You are indeed right, the 'Amaryllis is certainly one of the most spectacular flowers. I didn't know that they were called 'Red Lions' Now that you mention it, they do indeed stand very proud and bold.
A perfect name!
Your poem captures the essence of this beautiful flower and accompanies your personal photograph perfectly.
Poetry, if nothing else, is to try and encompass in terse terms the quintessential element of its subject, and I think that you have excelled here.
Well done
Kindest regards
tracey x
reply by the author on 16-Feb-2015
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Hello there, Tom
You are indeed right, the 'Amaryllis is certainly one of the most spectacular flowers. I didn't know that they were called 'Red Lions' Now that you mention it, they do indeed stand very proud and bold.
A perfect name!
Your poem captures the essence of this beautiful flower and accompanies your personal photograph perfectly.
Poetry, if nothing else, is to try and encompass in terse terms the quintessential element of its subject, and I think that you have excelled here.
Well done
Kindest regards
tracey x
Comment Written 16-Feb-2015
reply by the author on 16-Feb-2015
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Thank you very much Tracey. Glad to share to beauty of this excellent plant.
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Comment from rod007
This is a great poem and captures well the magic of this flower. I liked these lines because they reflect the flower--lion's mane so well:
"The stunning Red Lion Amaryllis.
Red giant blooms with handsome lion manes,
Surrounding a center of lily-like vanes,"
Well done, Tom.
reply by the author on 16-Feb-2015
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This is a great poem and captures well the magic of this flower. I liked these lines because they reflect the flower--lion's mane so well:
"The stunning Red Lion Amaryllis.
Red giant blooms with handsome lion manes,
Surrounding a center of lily-like vanes,"
Well done, Tom.
Comment Written 16-Feb-2015
reply by the author on 16-Feb-2015
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Thank you rod. They certainly lighten up my living room.
Comment from Glasstruth
What a wonderful name, the "Naked Lady" Your descriptions of this flower doesn't need a picture. Your words do this flower a great honor. Love the rhyming, no awkwardness at all. You're right its appearance will brighten any room. Wonderfully written. Les
reply by the author on 15-Feb-2015
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What a wonderful name, the "Naked Lady" Your descriptions of this flower doesn't need a picture. Your words do this flower a great honor. Love the rhyming, no awkwardness at all. You're right its appearance will brighten any room. Wonderfully written. Les
Comment Written 15-Feb-2015
reply by the author on 15-Feb-2015
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Thank you Les. Glad to share its beauty.
Comment from Fiction Fanatic
Your poem was beautiful. The rhyming scheme was spot on and I also loved your use of imagery. Even without the picture provided I was able to imagine an image of the flower in my mind because you gave such a clear description of it in your writing. I also loved how you subtlety added the fun facts into your poem, such as how it is native to South Africa. Overall it is very well written poem.
reply by the author on 15-Feb-2015
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Your poem was beautiful. The rhyming scheme was spot on and I also loved your use of imagery. Even without the picture provided I was able to imagine an image of the flower in my mind because you gave such a clear description of it in your writing. I also loved how you subtlety added the fun facts into your poem, such as how it is native to South Africa. Overall it is very well written poem.
Comment Written 15-Feb-2015
reply by the author on 15-Feb-2015
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Thank you Fiction Fanatic. I appreciate your time and wonderful comments.
