Ten Acorns Grew Upon an Oak
rhyming counting poem119 total reviews
Comment from Willowsong
Another fantastically written poem! Very adorable and would make a great addition to any children's counting book. I did notice the rhythm wavered a bit here and there, but overall, was still very enjoyable to read and brought a smile to my face, especially the line where the acorn makes a "ping" sound as it falls to the ground :)
reply by the author on 17-Nov-2014
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Another fantastically written poem! Very adorable and would make a great addition to any children's counting book. I did notice the rhythm wavered a bit here and there, but overall, was still very enjoyable to read and brought a smile to my face, especially the line where the acorn makes a "ping" sound as it falls to the ground :)
Comment Written 17-Nov-2014
reply by the author on 17-Nov-2014
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Willowsong, thank you so much :-) BTW, I checked where I indeed have checked "allows non-writing members" to review as my default choice, so I don't know why you found yourself blocked by me earlier. :-) Brooke
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That was very thoughtful of you to double check who you allow to review your work..perhaps it was merely a fluke after all :)
Comment from Barb Hensongispsaca
Oh I love your expertise in your rhyming and imagination. I love to read your meter and flow and descriptions. This is a wonderful piece
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Oh I love your expertise in your rhyming and imagination. I love to read your meter and flow and descriptions. This is a wonderful piece
Comment Written 17-Nov-2014
reply by the author on 17-Nov-2014
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Barb, thank you so very much for your gracious and generous response to this poem :-) Brooke
Comment from ravim
The story of the ten acorns flow like a nursery rhyme, smooth and gentle, while it gives others something to think about. First, I thought of my family - one by one leaving, generally the older one first. Then you think of your own friends - they leave for so many reasons. All that is left is your close knit family, and we wait for the squirrel to come. Good poem.
reply by the author on 17-Nov-2014
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The story of the ten acorns flow like a nursery rhyme, smooth and gentle, while it gives others something to think about. First, I thought of my family - one by one leaving, generally the older one first. Then you think of your own friends - they leave for so many reasons. All that is left is your close knit family, and we wait for the squirrel to come. Good poem.
Comment Written 17-Nov-2014
reply by the author on 17-Nov-2014
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ravim, thank you so very much :-) Brooke
Comment from Kenneth Schaal
Just as I was lagging on my counting skills I log on to this marvelous little counting song. And the history of the towering oak begins in the frozen snow. Kenny
reply by the author on 17-Nov-2014
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Just as I was lagging on my counting skills I log on to this marvelous little counting song. And the history of the towering oak begins in the frozen snow. Kenny
Comment Written 17-Nov-2014
reply by the author on 17-Nov-2014
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Kenny, thank you so much :-) Brooke
Comment from Gargantuan2
A merry tale of tree personnel. Quite the adventure for yet another form of nature's best. I know Thanksgiving is yet to come, but I can imagine ten candy canes in a poem as well. I will look forward to whatever is yet to come in any case. Until then :)
reply by the author on 17-Nov-2014
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A merry tale of tree personnel. Quite the adventure for yet another form of nature's best. I know Thanksgiving is yet to come, but I can imagine ten candy canes in a poem as well. I will look forward to whatever is yet to come in any case. Until then :)
Comment Written 16-Nov-2014
reply by the author on 17-Nov-2014
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Gargantuan, thank you so much :-) I have done ten fairies on a tree for Christmas in a previous year and another one about twelve drummers drumming in a Christmas parade, but yeah, I need a new Christmas one for sure :-) Brooke
Comment from Lighthouse Keeper
Another wonderful count down rhyme, which you do so well. Nice cyclical ending to reinforce the cycle of life in all things. Some great metaphors can be found with each falling acorn. Quite fun, though less smooth of a flow than some of your work it still reads well.
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reply by the author on 17-Nov-2014
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Another wonderful count down rhyme, which you do so well. Nice cyclical ending to reinforce the cycle of life in all things. Some great metaphors can be found with each falling acorn. Quite fun, though less smooth of a flow than some of your work it still reads well.
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Comment Written 16-Nov-2014
reply by the author on 17-Nov-2014
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Thank you for your thoughtful feedback, Lighthouse Keeper. Brooke
Comment from sweetwoodjax
this is such a cute write, brooke, I always like your counting poems. you have a creative mind that just won't quit. I enjoyed reading this and love the picture too
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this is such a cute write, brooke, I always like your counting poems. you have a creative mind that just won't quit. I enjoyed reading this and love the picture too
Comment Written 16-Nov-2014
reply by the author on 17-Nov-2014
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Sweetwater, thank you so much :-) Brooke
Comment from CR Delport
We don't have squirrels where I live, but I watched a documentary on them a while back. They are fascinating creatures. This is another great poem.
reply by the author on 17-Nov-2014
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We don't have squirrels where I live, but I watched a documentary on them a while back. They are fascinating creatures. This is another great poem.
Comment Written 16-Nov-2014
reply by the author on 17-Nov-2014
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CR, thank you so much :-) Brooke
Comment from rjpurdy
A wonderful counting poem Brooke. The litmus test is how my grandaughter likes it (she's two and a half). She clapped and danced so I guess you did a good job. I adore the way you love children. Thank you my friend. Rod
reply by the author on 16-Nov-2014
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A wonderful counting poem Brooke. The litmus test is how my grandaughter likes it (she's two and a half). She clapped and danced so I guess you did a good job. I adore the way you love children. Thank you my friend. Rod
Comment Written 16-Nov-2014
reply by the author on 16-Nov-2014
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Rod, thank you so much :-) Brooke
Comment from marijmd
A the squirrel is the bring of death and life in your poem! LOL
Well as far as acorns goes sounds like they had the standard acorn in life - even if cut short
;) Maria
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A the squirrel is the bring of death and life in your poem! LOL
Well as far as acorns goes sounds like they had the standard acorn in life - even if cut short
;) Maria
Comment Written 16-Nov-2014
reply by the author on 16-Nov-2014
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Maria, thank you so much :-) Brooke