The Ottava Rima
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Comment from Sasha
You answered my question before I even got a chance to ask it. In Washington State I've only seen the white ones. This is a lovely poem and I enjoyed it very much. As I have said at least 100 times, you never disappoint me.
reply by the author on 07-Apr-2010
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You answered my question before I even got a chance to ask it. In Washington State I've only seen the white ones. This is a lovely poem and I enjoyed it very much. As I have said at least 100 times, you never disappoint me.
Comment Written 07-Apr-2010
reply by the author on 07-Apr-2010
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Thanks, Valerie. Valley Forge National Park has a famous dogwood grove - great mix of pink and white dogwoods - even my lawn growing up had one of each. Brooke :-)
Comment from El.Marjie
ANOTHER kind of poem. I had no idea there were so many, and have always just written whatever came into my head. I'm beginning to see there's an educated kind of skill involved. Beautiful poem on the month of May. My birthday is in May. I don't like counting the years any more, but am so grateful I have had every one of them.
We have a few pink dogwoods here, too. I never remember the month anything blooms until I see it blooming, but enjoy every bloom thoroughly. Thanks for keeping ahead of the calendar a bit. And as always for your notes that help teach us. Blessings! Marjie
reply by the author on 07-Apr-2010
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ANOTHER kind of poem. I had no idea there were so many, and have always just written whatever came into my head. I'm beginning to see there's an educated kind of skill involved. Beautiful poem on the month of May. My birthday is in May. I don't like counting the years any more, but am so grateful I have had every one of them.
We have a few pink dogwoods here, too. I never remember the month anything blooms until I see it blooming, but enjoy every bloom thoroughly. Thanks for keeping ahead of the calendar a bit. And as always for your notes that help teach us. Blessings! Marjie
Comment Written 07-Apr-2010
reply by the author on 07-Apr-2010
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My birthday is in May, too, along with Mother's Day in the U.S. Since Valley Forge National Park always has a dogwood festival in May, the association is strong for me :-) Thanks so much, Marijke. Brooke
Comment from Jarlsbane
I love the alliteration in this poem, it works so well and the flow so smooth, you are a phemon, girl!! Great poem my dear!
reply by the author on 07-Apr-2010
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I love the alliteration in this poem, it works so well and the flow so smooth, you are a phemon, girl!! Great poem my dear!
Comment Written 07-Apr-2010
reply by the author on 07-Apr-2010
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May is my favorite month - glad you liked it, my friend :-) Brooke
Comment from fictionwriter
Wow, I'm sitting here looking at the white ground and wondering if it will ever look like what you describe in this poem. I hope so. Great job.
reply by the author on 07-Apr-2010
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Wow, I'm sitting here looking at the white ground and wondering if it will ever look like what you describe in this poem. I hope so. Great job.
Comment Written 07-Apr-2010
reply by the author on 07-Apr-2010
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Thank you, Joy. I think it is just disgusting that some places still have winter and I send you and Chey and anyone else affected huge hugs. Brooke :-)
Comment from smileycloud
hey Brooke
this is a mouthful of fun picturesque enjoyment
leaves scenes and images in my mind that even sends the slight chill of autumn over my skin
all the form and style is perfect and good to me
have a smiley day
lorraine
reply by the author on 07-Apr-2010
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hey Brooke
this is a mouthful of fun picturesque enjoyment
leaves scenes and images in my mind that even sends the slight chill of autumn over my skin
all the form and style is perfect and good to me
have a smiley day
lorraine
Comment Written 07-Apr-2010
reply by the author on 07-Apr-2010
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Thank you, Lorraine. I always appreciate your thoughtful comments :-) brooke
Comment from Mileko
Brooke...
Where do I begin. I think I've told you this before; I wish everyday that I had talent that came even close to yours. The way you so elegantly write your poems is beyond my skill. One day I hope to be able to write a piece as well as this.
Take care.
Your friend,
Thomas
reply by the author on 08-Apr-2010
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Brooke...
Where do I begin. I think I've told you this before; I wish everyday that I had talent that came even close to yours. The way you so elegantly write your poems is beyond my skill. One day I hope to be able to write a piece as well as this.
Take care.
Your friend,
Thomas
Comment Written 07-Apr-2010
reply by the author on 08-Apr-2010
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Thank you, Thomas. You are a most encouraging and kind reviewer :-) Brooke
Comment from AnetteAurora
If I was the month of may and i had to find some one to describe me in a poem, who else than you should qualify for that. So good use of words...too nice .0)
reply by the author on 08-Apr-2010
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If I was the month of may and i had to find some one to describe me in a poem, who else than you should qualify for that. So good use of words...too nice .0)
Comment Written 07-Apr-2010
reply by the author on 08-Apr-2010
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Thank you, Anette, for your most thoughtful review :-) Brooke
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you are so very welcome!! have a nice day .0)
Comment from ArtGal
Brooke, what a joy to read this as I sit here looking out my window at the rain and dark though it's only 5 p.m., and awaitng show showers tonight! I will only think about your beautiful flowering trees and dream. It never fails that we see some snow in April! What a beautiful read and I really enjoyed. . .Sharon
reply by the author on 08-Apr-2010
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Brooke, what a joy to read this as I sit here looking out my window at the rain and dark though it's only 5 p.m., and awaitng show showers tonight! I will only think about your beautiful flowering trees and dream. It never fails that we see some snow in April! What a beautiful read and I really enjoyed. . .Sharon
Comment Written 07-Apr-2010
reply by the author on 08-Apr-2010
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Sharon, thank you! I have had a few friends tell me of snow they had in the past couple days - that ought to be illegal in April :-) Brooke
Comment from lola29
Brooke, your poem gave me a feeling of refreshment after I read it. I believe the month of May is a heralder of sprintime blossoms and antics.
reply by the author on 07-Apr-2010
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Brooke, your poem gave me a feeling of refreshment after I read it. I believe the month of May is a heralder of sprintime blossoms and antics.
Comment Written 07-Apr-2010
reply by the author on 07-Apr-2010
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Thank you, Lola - it has my favorite flowers, my birthday, my daughter's birthday and mother's day, and the best weather my state has to offer - what is not to love about May? :-) Brooke
Comment from Patrick G Cox
Hi Brooke,
Excellent verse in praise of the arrival of Spring, though here its still damp and cold! Nice imagery in the humming birds and the blossoms.
Patrick
reply by the author on 07-Apr-2010
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Hi Brooke,
Excellent verse in praise of the arrival of Spring, though here its still damp and cold! Nice imagery in the humming birds and the blossoms.
Patrick
Comment Written 07-Apr-2010
reply by the author on 07-Apr-2010
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Thank you, Patrick, for your kind comments - today it reached a record breaking high of 90, but in two days it will be back down in the 60's, which is normal for this time of year. Brooke :-)
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Yep, ours is seesawing as well. As you say - its Spring.
Patrick
