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]