Wednesday, 16 March 2011

The Shamrock

The Shamrock

He stands the proud sentinel,
No more the Irish rover.
True to his love of sweet Violet
They spend their days in clover.

Anna :o]

With thanks to Tess Kincaid at Magpie Tales for the inspiration.

15 comments:

Tess Kincaid said...

A beautiful love story.

Lucy Westenra said...

Oh, what an endearing verse!

Everyday Goddess said...

True love, my favorite theme! Excellent Magpie.

Anonymous said...

Very clever, well-written take on the magpie. Excellent metaphor. Bravo! Vb

Brother Ollie said...

Smart! Dig it!

Friko said...

I've said it already, you are a poet.

Isabel Doyle said...

poor Irish rover ... hope he's happy

Carrie Van Horn said...

Romantic and magical...love this! :-)

Stafford Ray said...

Isobel! How could he not be happy? Loved by Violet and 'in clover'.
Use of the prompt was perfect with all the elements included with a double entende for extra interest!

Martin said...

Here's to the Irish rover and his sweet Violet!

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Lolamouse said...

so sweet and clever-very well done!

Helen said...

Well ... roll me over ~ this is a fine Magpie!

hyperCRYPTICal said...

Thank you so much for your kind comments folks - I am indebted!

Martin: Poetry 24...where news is the Muse. Clever idea - I will attempt it soon!

Anna :o]

~T~ said...

This must fit an Irish air. It sings to me!

hyperCRYPTICal said...

Thanks T!

Anna :o]