Hungarian Partridge

Bred in breaths of beauty...

The Partridge in a Pear Tree said to me... 

You are lovely my dear with garlands and ribbons.  

Forsooth,"'your face bids me, although 

you say nothing."  

The twelve days of Christmas lie waiting...  

anticipating the arrival of Lords and Ladies and 

golden rings... 

Beseech thee pray... your bosom is nigh...  

as a Nightingale sings in sacred sounds.  

 

Reviews

[Einstein Noodle]

lots of flavoring in this Pat... Hungarian .. a well known song ... a "Forsooth" .... Lords, Ladies and bosoms ... pretty close to 12 days ... and how i especially like the sacredness of a Nightingale's song in anticipation of a great day of celebration for all mankind .. the birth of Jesus Christ ... if only accepting the historical accounts of Jesus and His birth .. one is lead to at least read about what He said about things .. such a simple yet difficult message to heed and act on .. love God first .. then our neighbors as we love our selves ... did you enter this into the Christmas Collab. for this year?
E.

[Patricia Wedel]

dear E... My father was Hungarian and there are Hungarian Partridges.. Anazing that you are the first to review my try at something new... like abChristmas tree with memories. I entered a simple poem in the Christmas Collaboration “what we would wish for the World”. Thank you Gene. A most sacred time to celebrate.
truly, Pat

[Einstein Noodle]

yes it is .. it truly is

[barleygirl]

Being incommunicado for a week at a time lately, my read request list was 20-deep & yours was at the very bottom. Still, after looking at all the other titles, I had to click yours first! This just spoke to me, the way your nature magic is woven with a few of the traditional Christmas images. I am a million miles away from being traditional about anything in life, but especially about Christmas. I do not decorate or do any of the usual stuff. Never have. To me, it's a spiritual day, not a season of consumerism. So, that's why I'm amazed how much I enjoy your pieces that use the traditional symbols, because overall, there's nothing staid or predictable about the lavish scenes you paint in words! Here's hoping your new year brings lots of love and a few surprises (((HUGS))) Fondly, Margie

[Lydia Shutter]

You are truly in the spirit of the season, my friend. I love the Olde English in this one. Golden rings and geese a laying.....I can almost hear the nightingale singing. Your poetry is always filled with nature's beauty. Lydi**

[Coyote Poetry]

A wonderful poem shared dear Pat. Few birds left in Michigan. They were wise, went south for the Winter. Thank you for sharing the amazing poetry.
Coyote

[Patricia Wedel]

dear John... I always appreciate your review.. Christmas is a Magical time of year when Partridge apoear in a Pear tree.
This year we have a DEER with bright lights in our front yard and a LAMA with colored lights. Merry Christmas. 🎄 fondly, Pat

[Coyote Poetry]

I love the sounds of Christmas and you are welcome Pat.

[Fran Marie]

this is really quite lovely in poetic
verse beautiful thoughts and visions of happiness at Christmas
nicely penned dear Pat

[Patricia Wedel]

dear Fran Marie.. thank you for reviewing my version of a Christmas gift that is part of my heritage. My father loved Reading Shakespeare and I love to touch in his style. truly, Pat

[Fran Marie]

you're welcome
Christmas Cheers
dear friend

[jacob erin-cilberto]

now this emanates with real Christmas spirit...
it's what it is really all about...
j.

[Patricia Wedel]

dear Jacob... hank you... I realize it needs some changes, but I like the combination of a familiar song and a bit of Shakesperian flare. I wonder if someone like our poet Richard would have an idea. In the meantime, it will have to do. Merriest of Christmas Joy and Noel. truly, Pat

[The Rock And Roll Cowbo..]

Just something soothing bout these words.
Very well done.

[Patricia Wedel]

dear Dale... I appreciate your kind and endearing way with words. It is a beginning of poetry that stirs the imagination... truly, Pat

[Fabian G. Franklin]

The next to the last line was confusing for me. If I translated the same line into modern English it would say, (Ask you pray your bosom is near) so the thought seemed strangely disconnected to me. I assume this pertains to the song of the twelve days of Christmas but I did not find any references to the word "Hungarian" in the title contained within the poem so I was left wondering at the meanings. Just my thoughts and impressions. Wishing you the best of the holidays.

[Patricia Wedel]

dear Fabian... your candid review is a gift really... in that I feel what you are bring to the forefront. I will definitely ponder a solution to the confusion. I know it has a good premise, however, it needs rearranging.
Somehow I have a feeling a kind poet will lead me to a better understanding of the manner in which poets spoke in the times and poetry of Shakespeare. I was fascinated to learn that there are Partridge that are called Hungarian Partridge. Since my ancestors are from Hungary, it had a lot of meaning for me. You are indeed very kind to bring these things to my attention. I hope that I can improve on the ideas that are confusing to other poets. truly, Pat

[Fabian G. Franklin]

I've never heard of the Hungarian Partridge. But I'd venture few Hungarians have probably ever heard of a Bobwhite Quail. But the birds are related. I favor modern English over "olde" English because the terminology is difficult to understand to some readers and I believe the basic use of language to be that of communication. If we can't communicate our thoughts clearly, the seeming eloquence of older language types may not be to our advantage. I'll use a line from Romeo and Juliet to reiterate, "Romeo, Romeo, wherefore art thou Romeo?" This translates in modern English to, "Romeo, Romeo, why are you Romeo?" It's not asking "where" he is but WHY he is. Because Juliet's parents might have welcomed any suitor other than Romeo so she is asking (somewhat of her own heart) why does he have to be Romeo? Why did she have to fall for the one guy her parents would never approve of? But the line is often mistranslated and misunderstood. I'm a firm believer in striving for clarity and simplicity in my writing so I can offer something easily understood for all to enjoy. But to each his/her own. I can only offer my impressions and opinions of the work as I read it. Best wishes, F.

[Patricia Wedel]

dear Fabian... I appreciate your sharing your thoughts and knowledge with me. My main interest in poetry is the value of words and expressions that would uplift other poets. Most poets have a unique gift of expression. Truly, Pat