Comment from Adri7enne

Excellent

Ah, so nice! These triolets just lull me into a feeling of calm for some reason. Did I tell you this already? I can only explain it by the hypnotic repetition of the line. I love it, Brooke.

 Comment Written 29-Nov-2009

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reply by the author on 03-Dec-2009

Thank you, Adrienne, for your thoughtfulness. I'm so glad this had a calming effect on you :-) Brooke

Comment from BethShelby

Excellent

This is a lovely Christmas poem done as a reflective triolet. It would be wonderful if everyone would realize the value of peace on earth and work toward making that a reality.

 Comment Written 29-Nov-2009

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reply by the author on 03-Dec-2009

Thanks so much, Beth - I always appreciate your thoughtful comments :-) Brooke

Comment from Gert sherwood

Excellent

Hello Brook,
Lovely poem/song about Christmas.
Your happy thoughts should put everyone in the mood for Christmas, which I need right now.

Gert

 Comment Written 29-Nov-2009

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reply by the author on 03-Dec-2009

Thank you, Gert - I so appreciate your thoughtfulness :-) Brooke

reply by Gert sherwood on 03-Dec-2009

You welcome Brooke
Gert

Comment from Nicnac

Excellent

Oh - if we all realized the meaning and worth of those Holy words!

This is a lovely Christmas poem.
I enjoyed the lilting rhythm and joyful feel.

I'm curious why you capitalized Earth. No biggie - just curious. ;) LOL

Nic

 Comment Written 29-Nov-2009

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reply by the author on 29-Nov-2009

I always capitalize Earth when it is naming our planet as opposed to when it is dirt, like, digging in the rich earth. I also capitalize Jupiter, etc. Thank you for such a gracious review, Nic. :-) Brooke

Comment from Sasha

Excellent

You are really getting into the holiday spirit. Very nicely written and excellent poem. I like this one very much. Keep up the good work and thanks for sharing this.

 Comment Written 29-Nov-2009

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reply by the author on 03-Dec-2009

Thank you, Valerie - once it's Advent, I'm full steam ahead :-) Brooke

Comment from Sally Carter

Excellent

Hi Brooke, and welcome back to the warmth of the poetry pages! I love your poem with its message of peace. Thank you for lifting the spirits yet again. Kind regards.
Sally

 Comment Written 29-Nov-2009

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reply by the author on 03-Dec-2009

Thank you, Sally, for your thoughtfulness :-) Brooke

Comment from words

Excellent

Again a marvelous use of this form. Somehow you make it feel contemporary and relevant.

I especially like:

as carols sing of peace on Earth
that we might realize the worth
found in these pure and Holy words
as carols sing of peace on

It is almost impossible to imagine "peace on earth"...we have never had it.

Conflict and violence seems to be hardwired. And, we seem to say we follow Him, but most never really do.

 Comment Written 29-Nov-2009

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reply by the author on 03-Dec-2009

Thank you, my friend. I always appreciate your visits and lovely comments :-) Brooke

Comment from Deejharrington

Excellent

Boy! The turkey is done and the left-over pie is eaten, and off you go with Christmas! LOL Beautiful but wouldn't expect anything less. I like the repeated phrases in the structure. Takes just a little different meaning with each usage.deb:)

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reply by the author on 03-Dec-2009

Thank you, Deb, for your most thoughtful and observant comments :-) Brooke

Comment from Joan E.

Excellent

Oh, my, you're already up to the caroling and I haven't finished reading all the Thanksgiving entries! But you are forgiven for jumping the gun, since your title and repeated line is so beautiful in this triolet. The elegant artwork (not much abstraction in this one!) you chose also seems to be from a carol.

 Comment Written 29-Nov-2009

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reply by the author on 03-Dec-2009

Thank you, Joan. I posted this on the first Sunday of Advent, so I'm not jumping the gun - you're behind!! LOL Brooke :-)

reply by Joan E. on 03-Dec-2009

You are so right--I'm usually behind and falling further back now, I fear! But still LOL!! -J

Comment from Amfunny

Excellent

Yessssssssssss.... a Sunday poem on Sunday. Well done, my friend. Enjoyed this great holiday poem and Sunday poem. LOL. Good job. Short and sweet with a strong reminder that we all wish for peace on earth.

 Comment Written 29-Nov-2009

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reply by the author on 03-Dec-2009

Thank you, Norma Jean - even though I'm not reading your review until Thursday, I'm laughing hysterically - sorry I got behind on replies :-) Brooke