Comment from Claire Tennant

Exceptional

I loved this poem before it was officially the winning place. Congratulations, Joan I look forward to reading more of your wortk

 Comment Written 18-Nov-2023

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reply by the author on 18-Nov-2023

Thank you so very much!!

reply by Claire Tennant on 18-Nov-2023

Most welcome.

Comment from Cathy M

Excellent

I love the idea of making memories. Every time you wake up in the morning there is a chance to see or do some little thing that will make a memory. I love the picture that goes with this poem also.

 Comment Written 18-Nov-2023

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reply by the author on 18-Nov-2023

Thank you. I'm glad you like my thoughts. Thank you too for reminding me that you don't have to be on the road to find good memories - they can be made wherever you happen to be.

Comment from tempeste

Excellent

Ciao mystery poet, you now have 17 votes.

I love the enthusiasm and positive thing.

I live in a valley surrounded by mountains, forests , it's paradise.

At the same token, I wish I had the courage to pack and go see the world.

There are other paradises out there waiting to be explored. ( sigh)

 Comment Written 18-Nov-2023

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reply by the author on 18-Nov-2023

Thank you. I wonder if my rambling days ever took me through your valley. Probably not - it sounds like the kind of place I would still be.

reply by tempeste on 18-Nov-2023

North of Italy 🇮🇹

Comment from Dolly'sPoems

Excellent

Making memories is something I do regularly and I enjoyed your positive post for the contest, good rhymes and flow and the best one I have read for the contest, you won my vote, love Dolly x

 Comment Written 18-Nov-2023

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reply by the author on 18-Nov-2023

Thank you. I am grateful to have the memories and I would encourage you to keep making them. They come in handy once we reach the rocking chair stage of life.

Comment from Karen Cherry Threadgill

Excellent

This is very nice. You gave advice in a light-hearted way. The picture is just right. The matting is very complimentary. The font is well chosen. It blends together well. Good Work. Karen

 Comment Written 17-Nov-2023

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reply by the author on 17-Nov-2023

Thank You

reply by Karen Cherry Threadgill on 18-Nov-2023

U R Welcome. Karen

Comment from Rachelle Allen

Excellent

I love the lofty lilt to this meter. It feels very Dr. Seuss-like...and who doesn't love HIM! Plus, your message is wonderful for its wisdom and truth (also very Dr. Seuss-ish). The final cherry-on-top-perfection is the artwork you found to complement it.

Really, really nice job here, Mystery Contestant! I thoroughly enjoyed your creation. Good luck in the polls. xo

 Comment Written 17-Nov-2023

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reply by the author on 17-Nov-2023

Thank you so very very much.

reply by Rachelle Allen on 17-Nov-2023

My total pleasure. xo

Comment from créateur d'histoire

Excellent

I think this was a great rhyme. I wasn't sure at first.How You were going to end with the word "making" but you made it work. Yes memories good or bad are easy to make. You do say that there is an active component to making memories which there is certainly but memories also just happen too, Anyway,the fact that I wrote so long about this means that you gave succeed as a writer.Good Luck in the contest!

 Comment Written 16-Nov-2023

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reply by the author on 16-Nov-2023

Maybe I should have expressed more along the lines of memories worth keeping. You are right that there are those not worth hanging on to. After nearly 80 years of making memories I do have my share of those too. Thank you for taking the time to stop by and leave your thoughts. By the way - Welcome to FanStory. I look forward to enjoying your work.

Comment from Alexandra Trovato

Excellent

This is excellent work. Your presentation is very good. You use expressive words and colorful imagery that will draw in readers. I enjoyed reviewing this.

Best wishes,

Alex

 Comment Written 16-Nov-2023

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reply by the author on 16-Nov-2023

Thank you!!