They Named Him Alexander
rhyming quatrains178 total reviews
Comment from Joan E.
Ah, the fearsome "look"--I only had one child, but he mastered it quickly! I enjoyed your perfectly paced rhythm and pure rhymes. Hugs and happy weekend- Joan
reply by the author on 08-Mar-2014
Ah, the fearsome "look"--I only had one child, but he mastered it quickly! I enjoyed your perfectly paced rhythm and pure rhymes. Hugs and happy weekend- Joan
Comment Written 07-Mar-2014
reply by the author on 08-Mar-2014
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Joan, thank you so much :-) One can be plenty to handle! LOL Brooke :-)
Comment from His Grayness
Brooke: this could not be more delightful and sure to be one of the most memorable to Sawyer one day when his will is measured and then reminded when it all started! Great one again. Vance
reply by the author on 07-Mar-2014
Brooke: this could not be more delightful and sure to be one of the most memorable to Sawyer one day when his will is measured and then reminded when it all started! Great one again. Vance
Comment Written 07-Mar-2014
reply by the author on 07-Mar-2014
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Vance, thank you so much :-) Brooke
Comment from Cornelius2000
What an absolutely charming poem, such an accurate portrayal of the two-year-old attitude and action....told with love, but also with truth!
reply by the author on 07-Mar-2014
What an absolutely charming poem, such an accurate portrayal of the two-year-old attitude and action....told with love, but also with truth!
Comment Written 07-Mar-2014
reply by the author on 07-Mar-2014
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Cornelius, thanks so much, my friend :-) Brooke
Comment from J. P. Egry
Boy, have you ever illuminated a universal truth. I remember my aunt used to argue with her two-year old daughter (actually I think they never stopped throughout the years)and she would never win the argument. I was only 10, but I realized the futility of it. The perfect meter and rhyme of this whimsical, yet insightful poem give it humor and joy along with a little lesson for young mothers.
reply by the author on 11-Mar-2014
Boy, have you ever illuminated a universal truth. I remember my aunt used to argue with her two-year old daughter (actually I think they never stopped throughout the years)and she would never win the argument. I was only 10, but I realized the futility of it. The perfect meter and rhyme of this whimsical, yet insightful poem give it humor and joy along with a little lesson for young mothers.
Comment Written 07-Mar-2014
reply by the author on 11-Mar-2014
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Thanks so much, J.P. :-) Brooke
Comment from Just2Write
Oh yes! Another great poem about Sawyer's alter ego. S(It couldn't possibly be him, now could it?)
Great rhyming quatrains, though I did trip up at
but to an order his response
It is correct, but the word order was a bit hard to follow.
Otherwise, a delightful write and a most enjoyable read.
Rose.
reply by the author on 07-Mar-2014
Oh yes! Another great poem about Sawyer's alter ego. S(It couldn't possibly be him, now could it?)
Great rhyming quatrains, though I did trip up at
but to an order his response
It is correct, but the word order was a bit hard to follow.
Otherwise, a delightful write and a most enjoyable read.
Rose.
Comment Written 07-Mar-2014
reply by the author on 07-Mar-2014
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Thanks for your thoughtful feedback, Rose - I'll reread that line.
Brooke
Comment from Gladness
Are we in the terrible twos? I have some at the preschool that are in their terrible threes. Kids don't always go by the book.
Great shot and fun poem.
Anita
reply by the author on 07-Mar-2014
Are we in the terrible twos? I have some at the preschool that are in their terrible threes. Kids don't always go by the book.
Great shot and fun poem.
Anita
Comment Written 07-Mar-2014
reply by the author on 07-Mar-2014
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Anita, thank you :-) He is 22 months old, but he's precocious. LOL :-) Brooke
Comment from Ridley Williams
Hi Brooke,
Your well metered and rhymed story brings to mind the expression, "It takes two to tango". This is certainly an inevitable conflict that develops between a growing child and parent...and one the parent must win! These days it's uncertain, at times, who controls the reins of the family. However, this piece also strikes a thought of our opposing governments, and their approach to world politics...the similarities are appalling. I enjoyed this tribute to strength of will...Best wishes, Bill
reply by the author on 07-Mar-2014
Hi Brooke,
Your well metered and rhymed story brings to mind the expression, "It takes two to tango". This is certainly an inevitable conflict that develops between a growing child and parent...and one the parent must win! These days it's uncertain, at times, who controls the reins of the family. However, this piece also strikes a thought of our opposing governments, and their approach to world politics...the similarities are appalling. I enjoyed this tribute to strength of will...Best wishes, Bill
Comment Written 07-Mar-2014
reply by the author on 07-Mar-2014
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Thank you so much, Bill :-) Brooke
Comment from AprilShower
Oh my! It's those terrible two's Sawyer's mother is experiencing. That's quite a look he's giving her. Miranda must carry a camera around her neck just so she can catch those moments. Your poem is quite true and well written, Brooke.
April :o)
reply by the author on 07-Mar-2014
Oh my! It's those terrible two's Sawyer's mother is experiencing. That's quite a look he's giving her. Miranda must carry a camera around her neck just so she can catch those moments. Your poem is quite true and well written, Brooke.
April :o)
Comment Written 07-Mar-2014
reply by the author on 07-Mar-2014
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Thanks so very much, April :-) Brooke
Comment from Kingsland
The terrible twos are usually followed by the unchangeable threes. I liked this poem as it brought back a few memories. This was well written and flowed within its thoughts very smoothly... John
reply by the author on 07-Mar-2014
The terrible twos are usually followed by the unchangeable threes. I liked this poem as it brought back a few memories. This was well written and flowed within its thoughts very smoothly... John
Comment Written 07-Mar-2014
reply by the author on 07-Mar-2014
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John, thank you for your thoughtful response to this poem :-) Brooke
Comment from Treischel
Oh what a delightfully written poem that clearly touched my funny bone in that it is so painfully true, as any parent can attest. When a perfect mug-shot of Sawyer pouting.
reply by the author on 07-Mar-2014
Oh what a delightfully written poem that clearly touched my funny bone in that it is so painfully true, as any parent can attest. When a perfect mug-shot of Sawyer pouting.
Comment Written 07-Mar-2014
reply by the author on 07-Mar-2014
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Treischel, thank you so much :-) Brooke