A Solitary Sprig
340 Words Prose written with rhyme.32 total reviews
Comment from Sandra Stoner-Mitchell
That was a lovely Christmas story, and so sweet. Of course, with God as its champion, and with the encouragement of the person taking it home, it couldn't possibly fail! This is a great contest entry, I wish you much luck in it. :)) Sandra xxx
reply by the author on 22-Nov-2019
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That was a lovely Christmas story, and so sweet. Of course, with God as its champion, and with the encouragement of the person taking it home, it couldn't possibly fail! This is a great contest entry, I wish you much luck in it. :)) Sandra xxx
Comment Written 22-Nov-2019
reply by the author on 22-Nov-2019
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Thank you.
Comment from Therese Caron
What a wonderful story. It reminds me a little of Charlie Brown's Christmas, one of those stories that you never tire of.The rhyme flows very well,you choose lovely words,and the image you chose is perfect.Great job!
reply by the author on 22-Nov-2019
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What a wonderful story. It reminds me a little of Charlie Brown's Christmas, one of those stories that you never tire of.The rhyme flows very well,you choose lovely words,and the image you chose is perfect.Great job!
Comment Written 21-Nov-2019
reply by the author on 22-Nov-2019
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Thank you.
Comment from Robert Zimmerman
Hello mystery writer. I enjoyed reading this piece. I like the style and found it easy to read and I thought they message was quite profound. Good luck in the contest.
reply by the author on 22-Nov-2019
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Hello mystery writer. I enjoyed reading this piece. I like the style and found it easy to read and I thought they message was quite profound. Good luck in the contest.
Comment Written 21-Nov-2019
reply by the author on 22-Nov-2019
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Thank you.
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You're welcome
Comment from Rosemary Everson1
what a great story about a dying plant. I love the idea that you took it home and made it live. When I was reading it, it reminds me of when we throw out our own Christmas tree and probably a branch could be saved and restarted in water.
reply by the author on 22-Nov-2019
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what a great story about a dying plant. I love the idea that you took it home and made it live. When I was reading it, it reminds me of when we throw out our own Christmas tree and probably a branch could be saved and restarted in water.
Comment Written 21-Nov-2019
reply by the author on 22-Nov-2019
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Thank you. And yes, keep that sprig and let it generate life just as Christ did for us.
Comment from Diana L Crawford
This is an awesome poem about a dying plant. How creative to use a twig from a Christmas tree to develop your story. Very well written in a rhythmic prose style.
Best of luck in contest and thanks for sharing! xoxo
reply by the author on 22-Nov-2019
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This is an awesome poem about a dying plant. How creative to use a twig from a Christmas tree to develop your story. Very well written in a rhythmic prose style.
Best of luck in contest and thanks for sharing! xoxo
Comment Written 21-Nov-2019
reply by the author on 22-Nov-2019
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Thank you.
Comment from JudyE
I thought this was very well done, and loved the poetry/prose format. The rhythm is gentle and works well.
I might have put a comma after 'that' in the following:
As time went by it grew so strong folks marveled at its sight. I think it truly understood that with its growth, good blossomed too.
Good luck in the contest.
reply by the author on 29-Nov-2019
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I thought this was very well done, and loved the poetry/prose format. The rhythm is gentle and works well.
I might have put a comma after 'that' in the following:
As time went by it grew so strong folks marveled at its sight. I think it truly understood that with its growth, good blossomed too.
Good luck in the contest.
Comment Written 21-Nov-2019
reply by the author on 29-Nov-2019
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Thank you so VERY much for the generous and uplifting feedback. I am more grateful than you can possibly imagine for your time and kindness.
Comment from CrystieCookie999
This is a heart-warming story. It reminds me of the dying spruce tree that my dad rescued from a neighbor's yard, which grew beautifully for another 25 years until after he died, then my mom had it cut down because she thought it was leaning toward the house too far. Or Charlie Brown's tree. Very nice share.
reply by the author on 23-Nov-2019
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This is a heart-warming story. It reminds me of the dying spruce tree that my dad rescued from a neighbor's yard, which grew beautifully for another 25 years until after he died, then my mom had it cut down because she thought it was leaning toward the house too far. Or Charlie Brown's tree. Very nice share.
Comment Written 21-Nov-2019
reply by the author on 23-Nov-2019
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Thank you.
Comment from Jannypan (Jan)
What a sweet story, Mystery Author. I loved reading along and finding out that the little tree thrived with love and care just as people do--especially when they know and have faith and praise God. Your words read well with a great story to tell. Many 'things'--including people--are thrown away when they have worth still in them. Your tree is a symbol of hope for all. Thanks for sharing and best wishes. Respectfully with Love, Jan
reply by the author on 23-Nov-2019
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What a sweet story, Mystery Author. I loved reading along and finding out that the little tree thrived with love and care just as people do--especially when they know and have faith and praise God. Your words read well with a great story to tell. Many 'things'--including people--are thrown away when they have worth still in them. Your tree is a symbol of hope for all. Thanks for sharing and best wishes. Respectfully with Love, Jan
Comment Written 21-Nov-2019
reply by the author on 23-Nov-2019
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Thank you.
Comment from sunnilicious
That was a great houseplant story. Plants do live to be cherished and loved. It think its a basic for all living things that grace this earth. The story unfolded nicely. Great work :)
reply by the author on 21-Nov-2019
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That was a great houseplant story. Plants do live to be cherished and loved. It think its a basic for all living things that grace this earth. The story unfolded nicely. Great work :)
Comment Written 21-Nov-2019
reply by the author on 21-Nov-2019
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Thank you.
Comment from royowen
For some reason my mind went to Psalm I where it speaks of being planted by the waters and prospering, and this little sprig was in answer to that wonderful child-like faith you described, beautifully written and, with the seasonal rhyme, made this a great articulation of this fine work, good luck, blessings Roy
reply by the author on 21-Nov-2019
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For some reason my mind went to Psalm I where it speaks of being planted by the waters and prospering, and this little sprig was in answer to that wonderful child-like faith you described, beautifully written and, with the seasonal rhyme, made this a great articulation of this fine work, good luck, blessings Roy
Comment Written 21-Nov-2019
reply by the author on 21-Nov-2019
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Thank you.
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