Holly, the Christmas Fairy
A Fairy alerts Shepherds to the Christmas miracle112 total reviews
Comment from Perp Ihebom
I enjoyed reading this poem very much. I commend the poet's initiative in using her creativity to liven up the Christmas story, thus making it more delightful to read. Another great lesson in the poem is the reward for diligent and faithful service.kudos.
reply by the author on 16-Dec-2008
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I enjoyed reading this poem very much. I commend the poet's initiative in using her creativity to liven up the Christmas story, thus making it more delightful to read. Another great lesson in the poem is the reward for diligent and faithful service.kudos.
Comment Written 16-Dec-2008
reply by the author on 16-Dec-2008
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Thank you for such thoughtful and warm comments, Brooke :-)
Comment from rmdelta
Brooke,
As always, I'm floored by your beautiful poetry. What a wonderful story you presented us with, Brooke. Excellent writing and it rhymes so I easily understand it. I thank you for posting this fantastic poem.
Reggie
reply by the author on 16-Dec-2008
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Brooke,
As always, I'm floored by your beautiful poetry. What a wonderful story you presented us with, Brooke. Excellent writing and it rhymes so I easily understand it. I thank you for posting this fantastic poem.
Reggie
Comment Written 16-Dec-2008
reply by the author on 16-Dec-2008
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Reggie, you're a darling! I was up half the night writing this - so it is truly lovely to have you like it. Thanks for your always kind words, Brooke
Comment from Caitlin
Hello adewpearl! I loved this! It told such a beautiful story and is so original in progression and idea. The rhythm and rhyme were extremely well done, and it flowed wonderfully. It was a delight to read, specially after my mince pie binge (they always make me feel so Christmassy) :)
reply by the author on 16-Dec-2008
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Hello adewpearl! I loved this! It told such a beautiful story and is so original in progression and idea. The rhythm and rhyme were extremely well done, and it flowed wonderfully. It was a delight to read, specially after my mince pie binge (they always make me feel so Christmassy) :)
Comment Written 16-Dec-2008
reply by the author on 16-Dec-2008
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My father's favorite holiday food was minced meat pie - thank you for bringing that memory back to me!! Thank you for this lovely review, too! Brooke
Comment from debskatz
Oh, how sweet!! What a wonderful story! The Christmas Fairy could be a new Christmas classic.
Thank you for sharing this beautiful story/poem with us.
smiles,
deb
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Oh, how sweet!! What a wonderful story! The Christmas Fairy could be a new Christmas classic.
Thank you for sharing this beautiful story/poem with us.
smiles,
deb
Comment Written 16-Dec-2008
reply by the author on 16-Dec-2008
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Deb, thank you very very much !!! Brooke
Comment from flea0420
This is a beautiful tale! You should try to publish this as a children's story. I could totally see that. Good artwork chosen. I also enjoyed the use of symbolism to tell this story. Excellent job as always!
reply by the author on 16-Dec-2008
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This is a beautiful tale! You should try to publish this as a children's story. I could totally see that. Good artwork chosen. I also enjoyed the use of symbolism to tell this story. Excellent job as always!
Comment Written 16-Dec-2008
reply by the author on 16-Dec-2008
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I so wish I were a visual artist!!! thank you, Brooke
Comment from rama devi
HI Booke!~ This is an interesting and original approach to a holiday poem. Well presented with apt artwork and nicely timed verses that convey the story with befitting imagery, tone and pace.
Then only critique I would offer is that a couple of the rhymes are cliche, though that is absolutely okay, especially in a poem that has enough originality in the content, as yours certainly does.
Love/above, is one of the most sued rhyming pair. I have used it myself. I think every poet does this at least once.
Very nice write. Enjoyed it.
Warm Regards,
rama devi
reply by the author on 16-Dec-2008
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HI Booke!~ This is an interesting and original approach to a holiday poem. Well presented with apt artwork and nicely timed verses that convey the story with befitting imagery, tone and pace.
Then only critique I would offer is that a couple of the rhymes are cliche, though that is absolutely okay, especially in a poem that has enough originality in the content, as yours certainly does.
Love/above, is one of the most sued rhyming pair. I have used it myself. I think every poet does this at least once.
Very nice write. Enjoyed it.
Warm Regards,
rama devi
Comment Written 16-Dec-2008
reply by the author on 16-Dec-2008
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oh, yeah, I know about the rhymes - I was worried about creating the story and just threw up my hands and said - hey, I can't have everything! LOL Thanks so much, Brooke
Comment from Penpal
Hello Brooke,
This is a lovely Christmas poem and shows the reader that obedience to God reaps rewards. I like that the Fairy held a meager position, but because of her faithfulness, she was rewarded. The Holly and Ivy were such a wonderful addition, as well as your notes.
Penpal
reply by the author on 16-Dec-2008
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Hello Brooke,
This is a lovely Christmas poem and shows the reader that obedience to God reaps rewards. I like that the Fairy held a meager position, but because of her faithfulness, she was rewarded. The Holly and Ivy were such a wonderful addition, as well as your notes.
Penpal
Comment Written 16-Dec-2008
reply by the author on 16-Dec-2008
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Penpal, thank you so very much for this thoughtful review.
Brooke
Comment from Margaret Snowdon
This is quite remarkable -
a story in a poem, so cleverly
thoughtout, Brooke. It has a
smooth flow with the rhyme on
2nd and 4th lines to each verse.
A real pleasure to review.
Regards,
Margaret.
reply by the author on 16-Dec-2008
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This is quite remarkable -
a story in a poem, so cleverly
thoughtout, Brooke. It has a
smooth flow with the rhyme on
2nd and 4th lines to each verse.
A real pleasure to review.
Regards,
Margaret.
Comment Written 16-Dec-2008
reply by the author on 16-Dec-2008
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Margaret, I'm so pleased you like this one. Thank you, Brooke
Comment from artsygal
An adorable holiday tale with the twist of a fairy added in! Maybe they didn't have a word for fairy back then, and angel was the only one that suited; I have always thought fairies were cuter and far supreme, even though both have wings. I also like the creative touch of putting the holly and ivy significance in. This was a tight, well-constructed story-in-a-poem that would delight any child or grandchild. I enjoyed it!
HUGS
Sara
reply by the author on 16-Dec-2008
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An adorable holiday tale with the twist of a fairy added in! Maybe they didn't have a word for fairy back then, and angel was the only one that suited; I have always thought fairies were cuter and far supreme, even though both have wings. I also like the creative touch of putting the holly and ivy significance in. This was a tight, well-constructed story-in-a-poem that would delight any child or grandchild. I enjoyed it!
HUGS
Sara
Comment Written 16-Dec-2008
reply by the author on 16-Dec-2008
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I am so very happy you enjoyed this!!! Thank you, Brooke
Comment from TinyTeena
Absolutely beautiful! You have held the beat, rhyme pattern and rythm throughout the entire poem. the story is wonderful - children would love to hear this poem - as well as adults. Congratulations! TinyTeena
reply by the author on 16-Dec-2008
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Absolutely beautiful! You have held the beat, rhyme pattern and rythm throughout the entire poem. the story is wonderful - children would love to hear this poem - as well as adults. Congratulations! TinyTeena
Comment Written 16-Dec-2008
reply by the author on 16-Dec-2008
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Teena, thanks so very much, Brooke :-)
