Comment from Patrick G Cox

Excellent

Hi Brooke,

Now that is a version I have not heard before either. I was always told it was his reward for trying to pull the thorns from Jesus head as he hung on the cross. Never mind, I like this one more.

Nice verses and a good rhythmn conveying the story beautifully.

Patrick

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reply by the author on 12-Dec-2009

Patrick, there are multiple legends for almost every plant and flower that exist - I know because I've googled them ALL!! LOLOL
Thanks so much. :-) Brooke

Comment from pixiemillie

Exceptional

I have read all of your posts and this like all of the others is beautiful. I know of this legend and you have made it all the more beautiful in this poem. I am sorry for not commenting on all of the other posts you have written, but time and circumstances have not always been the best. RoS

 Comment Written 12-Dec-2009

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reply by the author on 12-Dec-2009

Rose of Sharon - I'm so glad you enjoyed my version of this legend. You are most generous and kind, dear friend. I send you many healing hugs. Brooke :-) (((((Rose of Sharon)))))

Comment from prodigal

Excellent

Another well constructed poem. I loved the near rhymes of wane and complained. I think i like near rhymes better than actual rhymes.

Great story contained and on a technical basis, this was put together well. The abab is difficult to write. Happy hollidays and good job- sam

 Comment Written 12-Dec-2009

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reply by the author on 12-Dec-2009

Thank you, Sam - I love near rhymes and a few people on site just pounce on them with my poems and others, as if we've broken one of the commandments! LOL Brooke

Comment from Begin Again

Excellent

Brooke

I have never heard this legend before, but it seems so fitting for the beautiful Robin..Other birds like the finch or oriole have so much more color...but the little Robin always reminds me of the coming of spring...New hope...I guess that fits your story as well...The birth of Christ and new hope...Well done! I enjoyed it very much.

Carol

 Comment Written 12-Dec-2009

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reply by the author on 12-Dec-2009

Thank you, Carol. I'm so glad you enjoyed :-) Brooke

Comment from KYPollard/El Gato

Excellent

oh, my goodness, this is the most beautiful poem
i have read in a long long time, brooke. i am only sorry
i have no sixes to give. beautiful. simply wonderful.

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reply by the author on 12-Dec-2009

What a lovely thing for you to say. Thank you!!! Brooke

Comment from Sally Carter

Excellent

Well I never heard the legend before, but you have retold it beautifully. The usual fluency and musical meter we have come to know and love, and a delightful story into the bargain. Thank you. Sally

 Comment Written 12-Dec-2009

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reply by the author on 12-Dec-2009

Thank you, Sally - I am so pleased you like my version of this legend :-) Brooke

Comment from anabelle

Excellent

Beautiful poem, Brooke. It made me smile and there was a big tug in my heart, even before I read your author's notes. How absolutely heart warming and very Christmas like. AFter all, giving of ourselves for others is more important than spreading presents around.

Thanks for sharing.

Regards, anabelle

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reply by the author on 12-Dec-2009

Thank you, Anabelle. I'm so glad this made you smile :-) Brooke

Comment from Eternal Muse

Excellent

And the male robin's breast is crimson red! Females are a bit paler; but it was a revelation to me, never knew the legend behind it! You had it done in your usual stylish rhyming; great flow; perfect quartrains. Your reference to Jesus and Mary is endearing; fantastic holiday write!

This is a token, for you:

 Comment Written 12-Dec-2009

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reply by the author on 12-Dec-2009

Yelena, thank you so much for this lovely picture and your most thoughtful review :-) Brooke

Comment from fionageorge

Excellent

Hi Brooke, what an interesting legend, and how well you have put this poem together, to let the reader learn about this legend.
The work flows well, and has goog rhyme and rhythm.
Warmest regards
Marijke

 Comment Written 12-Dec-2009

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reply by the author on 12-Dec-2009

Thank you, Marijke - I'm so glad you enjoyed my version of this legend :-) Brooke

Comment from mstad55

Excellent

A great holiday story, one that I too had never heard before. You did the story well to tell it in poetic form. Keep up the good work, you make us all pleased as punch to be fans. Mike

 Comment Written 12-Dec-2009

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reply by the author on 12-Dec-2009

Thanks so much, Mike - it is good to hear from you! :-) I hope you read ten Christmas fairies as I think it will appeal to your sense of humor :-) Brooke