The Iris

The Purple Iris Stands as straight as a soldier But lovely as lace

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Carrie Richards

Date: 1/27/2012 4:35:00 PM

My mother's favorite flower, so it is one that is also close to my heart. Nicely done, Sara. Congratulations on this one being featured !!

Robert Pettit

Date: 1/25/2012 11:52:00 PM

Congratulations on having your poem featured this week. I have never seen purple irises. I've seen other colors such as blue, white, and yellow.

Carol Sunshine Brown

Date: 1/24/2012 11:59:00 AM

Congratulations on your featured poem this week Sara. Love, Carol

Vince Suzadail Jr.

Date: 1/23/2012 6:50:00 PM

Congrats Sara on the featuring of "The Iris." Vince

James Fraser

Date: 7/8/2009 11:46:00 AM

Tender, but stand up and salute Haiku>>James

Carol Sunshine Brown

Date: 7/8/2009 5:54:00 AM

Purple my favorite color Sara. Amazing Haiku. Love, Carol

Carrie Richards

Date: 7/7/2009 5:30:00 PM

Oh yes....this is is quite a lovely haiku!!