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Thread of An Idea

I have taken your single thread And rolled it into a neat ball. I’d like to knit a poem from it And gift it to you as a shawl. There are bright colors in this thread That could be knitted into words. But I am ever error prone And must unravel the absurds. I see my needle caught the thread, Turned adjective into a noun. English and knitting teachers both Are looking at me with a frown. I’ve drawn a pattern just for you Have even coined some brand new words. Your knit/poetry will come to you On bright wings of exotic birds. A true artist could knit a poem That would be pleasure for your eyes. I send my humble gift to you And please feel free to criticize.

Copyright © | Year Posted 2012




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Date: 4/23/2014 1:25:00 AM
A very clever and beautiful write, Joyce. I really enjoyed reading your winning poem. Congratulations to you! This should do well in Nette's contest, also. Good luck!
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Date: 4/22/2014 7:23:00 AM
Hi Joyce. What a beautiful poem you have knitted here. Your needle effortlessly knits each line and each rhyme, interweaving metaphor with intent like an artful dance. There is nothing "humble" about this poem at all. You are "A true artist". BTW, you may want to check out Sara Kendrick's poem, "Threads". She also explores the allegory of weaving. Thanks so much for sharing your poem. Peace...Sam
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Date: 4/22/2014 5:15:00 AM
Very well knit ideas indeed ! great poem with a wonderful win Joyce,,, congrats !
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Date: 4/22/2014 2:16:00 AM
Missed the congrats on your win. Thanks
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Date: 4/22/2014 2:15:00 AM
A wonderfully woven warmth of a poem. Enjoyed it immensely, just the type I would like to pen. If you can turn adjective into noun. Boy that a gift, well thought of words spun into a warm garment. Thanks for sharing
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Date: 4/22/2014 1:53:00 AM
Brilliant write and congrats on the win, joyce
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Date: 4/21/2014 9:53:00 PM
HI JOYCE, Congratulations, AWESOME POEM:) Thank you so much for taking your time in supporting my contest... Always & Forever *Linda
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Date: 4/21/2014 9:33:00 PM
This is fabulous Joyce I love the comparison to knitting..Congrats on the win....Hugs Tim
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Date: 2/5/2012 4:51:00 PM
Sorry, Joyce, I forgot to say thanks for your kind comments on my poem. I loved your Thread of An Idea - no need for criticism - you did great! Love, Maureen
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Date: 2/5/2012 4:06:00 PM
Excellent creativity and poetic quality..Reads like a winner if for a contest..Enjoyed reading this eve..Sara
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Date: 2/5/2012 12:43:00 PM
Beautiful, Joyce. Many congrats on your wins : )
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Date: 2/4/2012 8:23:00 PM
Poetry weaved by a talented writer! Best wishes in the contest. Blessings, Rhonda
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Date: 2/4/2012 7:22:00 PM
And a true artist of words are you!! It is always a pleasure for our eyes to read your poetry, dear Joyce! Best wishes in the contest!!
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