Hot Dogs, French Fries, Lemonade!
An ode to a hot dog stand.130 total reviews
Comment from johnwilson
What can be said about this fantastic ode! You made me feel the nostalgia of the moment--prolonged it, so to speak! Also, I was so impressed with your reading, so energetic, timing sweet and sublime. It's so great to come across a talent such as yours--for free!! Thank you for sharing your gift!
reply by the author on 03-Aug-2017
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What can be said about this fantastic ode! You made me feel the nostalgia of the moment--prolonged it, so to speak! Also, I was so impressed with your reading, so energetic, timing sweet and sublime. It's so great to come across a talent such as yours--for free!! Thank you for sharing your gift!
Comment Written 03-Aug-2017
reply by the author on 03-Aug-2017
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Thank you, John Wilson, for your generous, six star review of my fantastic ode. I wanted to put the reader right there on Hollywood Boulevard eating hotdogs. I am glad you enjoyed my video for free, too. Once again, thanks.
Comment from Barb Hensongispsaca
When I read this, I was enthralled with the place and the feelings of nostalgia and the memories it invoked for you. You gave us past and present at the same time
reply by the author on 03-Aug-2017
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When I read this, I was enthralled with the place and the feelings of nostalgia and the memories it invoked for you. You gave us past and present at the same time
Comment Written 03-Aug-2017
reply by the author on 03-Aug-2017
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Oh, thank you, Barb, for your review. I started composing this poem in my head while seated at Skooby's.
Comment from JDRBAR
Funny how some places never seem to disappear from our memories. My place was called Pasquale's where we ate pastrami sandwiches and french fries with vinegar and pickles.
Nicely written.
Last time I stood on Hollywood and Vine I wanted to cry. The whole area was quickly becoming a ghetto. That is a crime.
reply by the author on 03-Aug-2017
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Funny how some places never seem to disappear from our memories. My place was called Pasquale's where we ate pastrami sandwiches and french fries with vinegar and pickles.
Nicely written.
Last time I stood on Hollywood and Vine I wanted to cry. The whole area was quickly becoming a ghetto. That is a crime.
Comment Written 03-Aug-2017
reply by the author on 03-Aug-2017
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Oh, JDRBAR, Pasquale's sounds like a place that would inspire your prose or verse. Very often, people overlook the memories, tastes, and nostalgia involved in fast foods and comfort foods. The last time I was on Hollywood Boulevard, the street had changed but Skooby's was still there. Thank you for your review.
Comment from barbara.wilkey
Thank you for the wonderful video to listen to as we read the poem. I really enjoyed both. You gave us a perfect package and it was an wonderful experience.
reply by the author on 04-Aug-2017
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Thank you for the wonderful video to listen to as we read the poem. I really enjoyed both. You gave us a perfect package and it was an wonderful experience.
Comment Written 03-Aug-2017
reply by the author on 04-Aug-2017
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Oh, thank you, Barbara, for your generous, six star review of my perfect package of poem and video. I am glad you enjoyed them.
Comment from Janet Foor
I loved it Andre. Congratulations on the win - I'm so happy you won. This is a delightful ode and brought many happy memories for me as well.
Well done my friend.
Blessings
Janey
reply by the author on 04-Aug-2017
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I loved it Andre. Congratulations on the win - I'm so happy you won. This is a delightful ode and brought many happy memories for me as well.
Well done my friend.
Blessings
Janey
Comment Written 03-Aug-2017
reply by the author on 04-Aug-2017
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Oh thank you, Janey, for your generous, six star review. I am glad my poem brought you many happy memories as wll. Write about them!
Thank you also for your congratulations on my win.
Comment from Jannypan (Jan)
This is a great memory. Your descriptive words & attention to detail made me feel as if I were there. The picture is great, too. That is amazing about lemons on your tree in your yard. What a treat! Your words flow well. Thanks for the notes. Congratulations on your well-deserved win. Jan
reply by the author on 04-Aug-2017
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This is a great memory. Your descriptive words & attention to detail made me feel as if I were there. The picture is great, too. That is amazing about lemons on your tree in your yard. What a treat! Your words flow well. Thanks for the notes. Congratulations on your well-deserved win. Jan
Comment Written 03-Aug-2017
reply by the author on 04-Aug-2017
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Oh, thank you, Jan, for your generous review. I wanted the reader to feel like they were there. Thanks for the congratulations, too.
Comment from patcelaw
This is a beautifully written ode to the walk of fame on the Hollywood walk. The idea of eating hot dogs in you favorite spot on the way is very interesting. Patricia
reply by the author on 04-Aug-2017
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This is a beautifully written ode to the walk of fame on the Hollywood walk. The idea of eating hot dogs in you favorite spot on the way is very interesting. Patricia
Comment Written 03-Aug-2017
reply by the author on 04-Aug-2017
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Thank you, Patricia, for your review of my beautifully written ode. I appreciate it.
Comment from Sandra du Plessis
A very well-written Ode to your favorite fast food hot dog stand. It is normal everyday food that we can fall in love with to a degree of addiction. Congratulations on winning the contest as well.
reply by the author on 04-Aug-2017
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A very well-written Ode to your favorite fast food hot dog stand. It is normal everyday food that we can fall in love with to a degree of addiction. Congratulations on winning the contest as well.
Comment Written 03-Aug-2017
reply by the author on 04-Aug-2017
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Thank you, Sandra, for your glowing review of my ode to my favorite hot dog stand. Thanks for the congratulations, too.
Comment from Heather Knight
I like the way you focus on old memories while you create new ones.
I also like your use of color in the poem: red hot dogs, red stools against the yellow of the lemonade.
The way you've written prolong and melt is a very nice touch.
Good luck in the contest.
reply by the author on 04-Aug-2017
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I like the way you focus on old memories while you create new ones.
I also like your use of color in the poem: red hot dogs, red stools against the yellow of the lemonade.
The way you've written prolong and melt is a very nice touch.
Good luck in the contest.
Comment Written 03-Aug-2017
reply by the author on 04-Aug-2017
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Oh, thank you, Maria, for your glowing review of my poem with won the Ode contest two years ago. I will now strive to publish it.
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Oh, you did win! Congrats!
Comment from sue133
Okay, I always get excited when I see you have written another poem. I have loved everyone of your poems but this more than all. It has a soft, meandering feel that is gorgeous to read. You have also sent a nostalgic message which is easy to identify with. I really like the lay out (if you can call it that!) of your poem. It spoke to me ! Sue
reply by the author on 04-Aug-2017
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Okay, I always get excited when I see you have written another poem. I have loved everyone of your poems but this more than all. It has a soft, meandering feel that is gorgeous to read. You have also sent a nostalgic message which is easy to identify with. I really like the lay out (if you can call it that!) of your poem. It spoke to me ! Sue
Comment Written 03-Aug-2017
reply by the author on 04-Aug-2017
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Oh, thank you, Sue, for your generous, six star review. I am glad my nostalgic poem spoke to you.