Comment from Sally Law

Excellent

Well, look at you joining in a book of renga poems! A beautiful offering in this unique form. This looked like me as Jack unearthed my poor old body from the covers today. It's in the low 40s this morning. I'm still rather curled up and covered! Hahahaha! I'm sure 40 degrees is nothing to you.
Sending along my best today as always, Debbie dear.
Sal XOs

 Comment Written 03-Dec-2024

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reply by the author on 03-Dec-2024

Oh, my goodness! This made me laugh! I'm sure you're more glamorous than that and your nose isn't rubbery black:)) You're so right about that temperature - in my dreams! Thank you so much, Sal! I'm still smiling. Debbie xos

Comment from Jesse James Doty

Excellent

I remember hearing about hedgehogs while I was visiting England. I believe they are native to the British Isles because I haven't heard of one in the United States. Maybe I am wrong, I am not sure. From the picture, the cute little creature looks snug in tight quarters where they live comfortably all winter. They do seem camouflaged since they hide out in hedges that line the countryside of most if not all of England. This might be the reason I have never seen one close-up and personal.
Jesse

 Comment Written 03-Dec-2024

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reply by the author on 03-Dec-2024

Dear Jesse, yes, you're right. They're actually endangered in the UK because they move so slowly across roads etc., but aren't native in the US where they exist in the wild, but often as a result of being released by pet owners. Thank you so much for your kind and informed review. I'll probably make a note of this. Take care Debbie

reply by Jesse James Doty on 03-Dec-2024

I'm sorry to hear they are endangered.
So many of the creatures who used to live freely in the wild are becoming endangered. In my country wolves are becoming endangered.
Have a good day, my friend.
Jesse

Comment from BethShelby

Excellent

Nature is amazing. The camouflage is a good one. He looks very snug and comfortable. This is a nicely written 5-7-5 poem or haiku. I like the picture you chose.
Beth

 Comment Written 03-Dec-2024

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reply by the author on 03-Dec-2024

Thank you so much, Beth, for your kind review! It's good to see him safe because they're an endangered native species in the UK. Take care Debbie

Comment from Mintybee

Exceptional

This is a lovely haiku. The language is strong and the visual is perfect. The topical subject is sweet and calming. It makes me want to hibernate, too!
Mintybee

 Comment Written 03-Dec-2024

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reply by the author on 03-Dec-2024

I wish I could too! Thank you so much, Mintybee, for this very kind and generous review! Take care Debbie

Comment from June Sargent

Exceptional

This is absolutely adorable! A great addition to the book of renga. I'm glad you joined this fun challenge. The imagery is striking and the words so comforting. Well done!

 Comment Written 03-Dec-2024

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reply by the author on 03-Dec-2024

Thank you so much, June, for such a kind and generous review! He does look very calm and contented doesn't he? Good to see him safe because, here, in the UK, they're an endangered species and often get run over on the roads:( many thanks again. Debbie

Comment from Natureschild

Excellent

Aw, this is so cute. I love the poem, but I find it hard to comment beyond that because my research on the renga form of poetry is so conflicting. However, the imagery is great, and the pic is sooooo appealing.
Blessings, Terry

 Comment Written 03-Dec-2024

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reply by the author on 03-Dec-2024

Thank you so much, Terry! I'm delighted you enjoyed. I too found the information a bit confusing, but what you need to do is: go into the chapters at the top of the post, find the most recent and then alternate your verse accordingly. If it was a 7/7 syllable 2 line verse, then yours will be 5/7/5 and the next 7/7 again. I think that's right and, so far, no one's told me otherwise. But I'll let you know if they do. Take care Debbie

Comment from Pam (respa)

Excellent

-Very nice artwork and presentation, Debbie.
-You wrote a very good haiku about it.
-Effective nature and seasonal imagery.
-You create a very good word picture
of the hedgehog. It is definitely very peaceful.
-Very well done.

 Comment Written 03-Dec-2024

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reply by the author on 03-Dec-2024

Thank you so much, Pam, for your kind and thorough review! I didn't quite get the brief in the beginning but your lovely post spurred me on to want to know more. I hope I've got it right because the last one was 7/7. A great idea from Gypsy! Take care Debbie

reply by Pam (respa) on 03-Dec-2024

You are very welcome, Debbie. You did have it right. It is a great idea from Gypsy.

Comment from Cindy Decker 3

Excellent

Debbie,
A lovely, snuggly poem for your book. Makes you want to cuddle up to this little ball of fur.!
The photo is great; it warms the heart.
Good luck with your book, Debbie.
Blessings,
Cindy

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 Comment Written 03-Dec-2024

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reply by the author on 03-Dec-2024

Hi Cindy, thank you so much for this kind review! I'm not sure about the "ball of fur." I think, he's a bit more spiky than that:) And I would love to take the credit for the book but it's Gypsy's creation. Bless you. Debbie

Comment from Pam Lonsdale

Excellent

This little guy reminds me of my Bella, who is currently curled up on a blanket next to me. They both look so peaceful in knowing that they are safe.

A nice Renga poem, Debbie. I think Karen's is the first one I've ever read.

Thanks for sharing this furry fellow with us.

xo

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 Comment Written 03-Dec-2024

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reply by the author on 03-Dec-2024

Thank you so much, Pam, for this kind review! I think he's a bit more spiky than Bella but just as lovable. Take care xo
PS I think Gypsy's book is now up to chapter 17, alternating between 7/7 syllables and 5/7/5. I'm hoping that I've complied with the brief.