Comment from Paradox Tremors

Exceptional

This gave me a much needed smile. Well written. I read and reread it a few times before sending back my comments. Loved the picture that went with this piece as well.

 Comment Written 01-Feb-2009

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reply by the author on 01-Feb-2009

Paradox, nature can make us smile, as it is a gift to witness. I'm so happy you felt this work depicted it well enough to receive your highest rating. To know it gave you a smile is the best prize of all! Again, thank you for your most generous review. Very much appreciated...Sue

reply by Paradox Tremors on 01-Feb-2009

It was deserved.

Comment from Amicus

Excellent

I enjoyed reading this well crafted 5-7-5 Haiku. You've successfully observed the requirements of the form and produced a striking image here.

I like the alliteration of v sounds you use here.

Nicely done.

 Comment Written 01-Feb-2009

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reply by the author on 01-Feb-2009

Amicus, thank you very much for your very kind review and compliments. With regards, Sue

Comment from Judian James

Excellent

We have cardinals in our yard every day. I love them. This is a sweet little piece and your author's notes were great. well done

 Comment Written 01-Feb-2009

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reply by the author on 01-Feb-2009

You are SO lucky. Every day! I love this bird so much. Love their songs, too. Thanks for your review. With regards, Sue

Comment from jeslaf

Excellent

Your last line kicker is GREAT here. I love the metaphor, and I happen to love cardinals as well. I always thought it unfair that the males get to wear the pretty coat, though. :)

 Comment Written 01-Feb-2009

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reply by the author on 01-Feb-2009

So, you liked my satori! Makes me so happy!! Been practicing these haiku and felt confident with this one. Well, you know how hard men have to work to get that woman....they'd better have charm and a few other things! HA! Thanks for your review. Best to you, Sue

Comment from JoAnna Lee

Excellent

Nicely done! And a great picture, too. Loved that last line. tee-hee. This was a joy to read and review.

Thanks for sharing,
Donna

 Comment Written 01-Feb-2009

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reply by the author on 01-Feb-2009

Donna, so glad you liked it. I do love those cardinals! Thanks very much for your review. Always, Sue

Comment from MJMuraco

Excellent

You have done it again with a simple but lovely poem. I appreciated your author notes about the cardinal. You really do your research. Your poem is short and sweet. Very nice.

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 Comment Written 01-Feb-2009

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reply by the author on 01-Feb-2009

I've been practicing the haiku. Felt confident with this one. So glad you liked it! Thank you for your very generous review and compliments. (I like to put author's notes to share what I have learned, also). With regards, Sue

Comment from Dreamdancer

Excellent

Hello my friend,
I like this. So much in so few words. The magic of nature and of course the males are always better
looking:-) Makes one wonder... Awesome read my friend and thank you for sharing... Dreamdancer

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 Comment Written 01-Feb-2009

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reply by the author on 01-Feb-2009

Dreamdancer, of COURSE the males are better! Ha! They are magnificent creatures. Thank you so much for your very kind review! I think I'm going to give you a big hug. HUG!!!!! :-)) Sue

Comment from jaeladarling

Exceptional

Let me tell you how little I know about the intricacies of poetry. When you put "A 5-7-5 Haiku", I had no clue what that meant until I started reading poetry on this site! But now that I know, I can see that you have successfully written one, and a beautiful one at that. I like the last line. I never really thought about a cardinal looking like it's wearing a mask - very creative!

 Comment Written 01-Feb-2009

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reply by the author on 01-Feb-2009

I didn't know a haiku from a sonnet when I came here! HAA!!! I love the cardinal! Had to write about them. I am OVERWHELMED by your "exceptional" rating! Because I've working hard on haiku and this is thrilling for me! Thank you SO much for this awesome review! **big smiles** - Sue