It's In My DNA
I may be too old to change...35 total reviews
Comment from judiverse
This sounds like some of my relatives. I can definitely relate to "Overdo Di" who can't help going all-out for those special occasions. She must be loved by her relatives, but they probably keep telling her to stop making such a fuss. I definitely admired this kind of spirit. It's great when people are engaged and making plans even in old age. Excellent rhyme in this, and you give us a clear of all the pie-baking, decorating, Christmas stockings for pets, etc. Really wonderful. Hope this does well in the contest. judi
reply by the author on 23-Feb-2018
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This sounds like some of my relatives. I can definitely relate to "Overdo Di" who can't help going all-out for those special occasions. She must be loved by her relatives, but they probably keep telling her to stop making such a fuss. I definitely admired this kind of spirit. It's great when people are engaged and making plans even in old age. Excellent rhyme in this, and you give us a clear of all the pie-baking, decorating, Christmas stockings for pets, etc. Really wonderful. Hope this does well in the contest. judi
Comment Written 22-Feb-2018
reply by the author on 23-Feb-2018
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Hi Judi,
I don't know if I could ever change!
Thank you for your kind and complimentary review!
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You're very welcome. This definitely is not me. I admire someone who's that energetic in doing things around the home. judi
Comment from Writeling
A poem full of amusing ideas and clever rhyming patterns. I really like the way you try to bring a surprise in each stanza. A perfect illustration too.
With best wishes,
Writeling
reply by the author on 22-Feb-2018
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A poem full of amusing ideas and clever rhyming patterns. I really like the way you try to bring a surprise in each stanza. A perfect illustration too.
With best wishes,
Writeling
Comment Written 22-Feb-2018
reply by the author on 22-Feb-2018
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Hello!
So pleased you enjoy!
And the photograph? Those are my pies in our kitchen...just waiting to be devoured!
Thank you for your thoughtful review!
Comment from Possummagic
Great piece of work. It reminds me a little of myself. It's difficult to change but the good news is that after Xmas, thanksgiving, any celebration at all....... there's no need to cook for a week or so! PM
reply by the author on 23-Feb-2018
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Great piece of work. It reminds me a little of myself. It's difficult to change but the good news is that after Xmas, thanksgiving, any celebration at all....... there's no need to cook for a week or so! PM
Comment Written 22-Feb-2018
reply by the author on 23-Feb-2018
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Hello PM!
So pleased someone else can relate to my flaw! And yes, the leftovers are great!
Thank you for your complimentary review!
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You?re welcome. Bring on the grub! PM
Comment from Rasmine
Hello, :)
It sounds like a dream come true. I'm so sick of being all alone on the holidays. I miss my family where love was -- they are all dead now. I'm the last and I miss the turkey dinners on Thanksgiving and Christmas was something else.
TC
Good luck in the contest.
reply by the author on 23-Feb-2018
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Hello, :)
It sounds like a dream come true. I'm so sick of being all alone on the holidays. I miss my family where love was -- they are all dead now. I'm the last and I miss the turkey dinners on Thanksgiving and Christmas was something else.
TC
Good luck in the contest.
Comment Written 22-Feb-2018
reply by the author on 23-Feb-2018
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Hello Rasmine,
Your review made me sad. Perhaps you need to start new traditions with friends - and share with them your family's recipes and special dishes!
Thank you for your thoughtful review!
Comment from Pearl Edwards
Overdo Di sounds like the perfect hostess for this
I am not perfect contest. She left me smiling and feeling exhausted with all the work LOL Good luck in the contest.
cheers
reply by the author on 23-Feb-2018
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Overdo Di sounds like the perfect hostess for this
I am not perfect contest. She left me smiling and feeling exhausted with all the work LOL Good luck in the contest.
cheers
Comment Written 22-Feb-2018
reply by the author on 23-Feb-2018
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Hello Pearl,
If I left you smiling, my work is done!
Thank you for your complimentary review and best wishes.
Comment from LIJ Red
Write a poem about a flaw you see in yourself? Absurd, I have no flaws. Nor does this as a response to that particular prompt. Looks excellent to me.
reply by the author on 23-Feb-2018
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Write a poem about a flaw you see in yourself? Absurd, I have no flaws. Nor does this as a response to that particular prompt. Looks excellent to me.
Comment Written 22-Feb-2018
reply by the author on 23-Feb-2018
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Hello!
So pleased you enjoyed!
Thank you for your positive review!
Comment from frierajac
This is a great post that answers to the writing prompt. I relate to it in spirit
although I have to forego most holiday things these days. 'It must be in MY DNA'
has always been my explanation as well. Thanks for sharing.
reply by the author on 23-Feb-2018
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This is a great post that answers to the writing prompt. I relate to it in spirit
although I have to forego most holiday things these days. 'It must be in MY DNA'
has always been my explanation as well. Thanks for sharing.
Comment Written 21-Feb-2018
reply by the author on 23-Feb-2018
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Hello!
Glad to know we share a commonality!
Thank you for your kind and thoughtful review.
Comment from CD Richards
Oh no, it would seem my "ex" has stumbled upon FanStory! Well, as long as you are happy to be left alone to indulge in this hyperactivity, and don't seek to force everyone around you to keep pace, I suppose it's relatively harmless ;-)
This is a fun poem, and I like the way you've indicated the question/answer approach, with this interrogator's lines in bold.
A terrific job, best of luck with it in the contest.
Craig
reply by the author on 21-Feb-2018
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Oh no, it would seem my "ex" has stumbled upon FanStory! Well, as long as you are happy to be left alone to indulge in this hyperactivity, and don't seek to force everyone around you to keep pace, I suppose it's relatively harmless ;-)
This is a fun poem, and I like the way you've indicated the question/answer approach, with this interrogator's lines in bold.
A terrific job, best of luck with it in the contest.
Craig
Comment Written 21-Feb-2018
reply by the author on 21-Feb-2018
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Thanks Craig!
Old habits die hard.
I've even toned everything down a notch or two...
My mother was worse!
Thank you for a very complimentary and delightful review!
Comment from Joy Graham
Hello Mystery Poet,
I enjoyed this contest entry. I have to say oopsies about revealing your nickname since this is a blind contest. I'm exhausted just reading about all the work you do to get ready for Christmas and guests. Best wishes in the contest.
Joy xx
reply by the author on 21-Feb-2018
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Hello Mystery Poet,
I enjoyed this contest entry. I have to say oopsies about revealing your nickname since this is a blind contest. I'm exhausted just reading about all the work you do to get ready for Christmas and guests. Best wishes in the contest.
Joy xx
Comment Written 21-Feb-2018
reply by the author on 21-Feb-2018
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Thanks, Joy, for your kind review.
One would have to search pretty deeply to recognize me by that name. I have never used it on this site ...ever!
Take Care!
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I changed it... :) just to be safe...
Will change it back when contest is over.
These blind competitions are going to cause me to eat all those pies I bake!
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You certainly made me hungry :)
Comment from Mustang Patty
What a great character flaw! The perfect hostess, and the perfect invitee. I like your style - perhaps because it reminds me of my favorite aunt. She made every Christmas and any party wonderful - she saw to every detail.
I applaud you,
~patty~
reply by the author on 23-Feb-2018
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What a great character flaw! The perfect hostess, and the perfect invitee. I like your style - perhaps because it reminds me of my favorite aunt. She made every Christmas and any party wonderful - she saw to every detail.
I applaud you,
~patty~
Comment Written 21-Feb-2018
reply by the author on 23-Feb-2018
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Hello Patty,
Thank you ever so much for your complimentary and thoughtful review! I didn't mention that "guest" who, after walking through our gardens, and "admiring" my hard work, was overheard to say, "She tries to hard..." That one made me sad...
Thank you again!
