My Father's Fedora
Contest Entry: Free Verse of Remembrance46 total reviews
Comment from Alexander Vasa
Hello, a very good free verse poem from the prompt. I liked it very much and best of luck with this lovely verse. I like the way your father's hat has come to symbolize him and the things he did and enjoyed. I have no errors and would recommend this to others for review, Ana.
reply by the author on 30-Mar-2018
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Hello, a very good free verse poem from the prompt. I liked it very much and best of luck with this lovely verse. I like the way your father's hat has come to symbolize him and the things he did and enjoyed. I have no errors and would recommend this to others for review, Ana.
Comment Written 28-Mar-2018
reply by the author on 30-Mar-2018
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Hello Ana!
So pleased you enjoyed!
I so enjoyed penning this verse.
Thank you for your excellent rating and complimentary review...
diane
Comment from CD Richards
An excellent free-verse about a cherished possession which helps to maintain the memory of a cherished loved one.
The narrative is all I think it should be, with the words flowing easily.
Free verse is not my strong point, so I'd be searching for "wise" things to say. But I did pick up on a very pleasing using of alliterations with the Cs towards the end there.
Your description of the activities enjoyed by your father paints a lovely picture of the one you describe as a "gentle,smiling man". A particularly strong ending in the last two lines.
Very well done,
Craig
reply by the author on 30-Mar-2018
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An excellent free-verse about a cherished possession which helps to maintain the memory of a cherished loved one.
The narrative is all I think it should be, with the words flowing easily.
Free verse is not my strong point, so I'd be searching for "wise" things to say. But I did pick up on a very pleasing using of alliterations with the Cs towards the end there.
Your description of the activities enjoyed by your father paints a lovely picture of the one you describe as a "gentle,smiling man". A particularly strong ending in the last two lines.
Very well done,
Craig
Comment Written 28-Mar-2018
reply by the author on 30-Mar-2018
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Hello Craig,
Thank you so much for your excellent rating and thoughtful review.
I do enjoy free verse, but honestly, I enjoy it all!
Thank you again!
diane
Comment from Mary Hollingsworth
What a heartfelt piece in memory of the father and the grandfather that wore that special brim hat. I have an old pink duster that I keep of my moms and every time I run across it I have so many fund memories. Thanks for sharing It so rich in sentiments of a dear loved one. thanks for sharing
reply by the author on 30-Mar-2018
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What a heartfelt piece in memory of the father and the grandfather that wore that special brim hat. I have an old pink duster that I keep of my moms and every time I run across it I have so many fund memories. Thanks for sharing It so rich in sentiments of a dear loved one. thanks for sharing
Comment Written 28-Mar-2018
reply by the author on 30-Mar-2018
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Hello Mary!
So very pleased that my poem resonated with you!
Thank you kindly for your excellent rating and thoughtful review!
diane
Comment from Beck Fenton
A symbol of a well-loved man is front and center with photos of a close family. You've drawn a picture of a gentle, smiling man who must have enjoyed the simple pleasures of life with his daughter and grandson. Well written. Good luck with the contest.
reply by the author on 30-Mar-2018
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A symbol of a well-loved man is front and center with photos of a close family. You've drawn a picture of a gentle, smiling man who must have enjoyed the simple pleasures of life with his daughter and grandson. Well written. Good luck with the contest.
Comment Written 28-Mar-2018
reply by the author on 30-Mar-2018
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Hello Beck!
So pleased you enjoyed!
Thank you for your excellent rating and thoughtful review!
diane
Comment from ameen786
This is a brilliant write with gravitating verses telling a telling family tale; nice alliteration; great flow and a delightful read, thank you and good luck!
reply by the author on 30-Mar-2018
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This is a brilliant write with gravitating verses telling a telling family tale; nice alliteration; great flow and a delightful read, thank you and good luck!
Comment Written 27-Mar-2018
reply by the author on 30-Mar-2018
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Hello Friend!
So very pleased that my poem resonates with you!
Much appreciation for your excellent rating and complimentary review
diane
Comment from Zue65
Yes little things, simple objects and much more will remind us of how things used to be. The symbols of love, caring,connections and comfort can bring memories of peace and quiet to those who will remember them. Thanks for sharing this beautiful free verse. Very well done.
reply by the author on 30-Mar-2018
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Yes little things, simple objects and much more will remind us of how things used to be. The symbols of love, caring,connections and comfort can bring memories of peace and quiet to those who will remember them. Thanks for sharing this beautiful free verse. Very well done.
Comment Written 27-Mar-2018
reply by the author on 30-Mar-2018
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Hello Friend,
So pleased you enjoyed!
Thank you for your excellent rating and thoughtful review!
diane
Comment from Tootie
This is absolutely beautiful! So well-written and it tells such a story of love for someone who is no longer around. It shares how something, in this case the hat, is a constant reminder and all the memories it brings. Best wishes in the contest. It's a winner!
reply by the author on 27-Mar-2018
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This is absolutely beautiful! So well-written and it tells such a story of love for someone who is no longer around. It shares how something, in this case the hat, is a constant reminder and all the memories it brings. Best wishes in the contest. It's a winner!
Comment Written 27-Mar-2018
reply by the author on 27-Mar-2018
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Hello Tootie!
So pleased that you stopped by and enjoy my poetic offering. My father surely is missed...
Thank you for your excellent rating and complimentary review...
Comment from karenina
Excellent free verse honorarium to your Father, through the image and memories of his beloved Fedora....means so much to me as my own Dad sported one day in and day out....it was the fashion of the day, but that was not it...it was the gentleman and gentle man who wore it, the brilliance beneath it, that made it so special...and I was transported there once more with your well penned poem.
Karenina
reply by the author on 27-Mar-2018
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Excellent free verse honorarium to your Father, through the image and memories of his beloved Fedora....means so much to me as my own Dad sported one day in and day out....it was the fashion of the day, but that was not it...it was the gentleman and gentle man who wore it, the brilliance beneath it, that made it so special...and I was transported there once more with your well penned poem.
Karenina
Comment Written 27-Mar-2018
reply by the author on 27-Mar-2018
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Hello Friend,
Thank you so much for your excellent rating and heartfelt review.
I simply cannot remember a time my father didn't wear his hat. I treasure three items from his passing: his cane, an outdoor broom, and of course, his hat. Yes, I have many other mementos and items, but those three mean the most to me...
I am so very pleased my poem resonated with you...
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Add a pipe with the faint lasting aroma of cherry tobacco and you've got my Dad....Karenina
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Love it!
I always wished my father smoked a pipe!
Here's to wonderful memories!
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Here's to great Dad's worthy of them...and the mutual blessings we both experienced....when so many have no Dad at all in their lives....K
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Absolutely!
Comment from Sugarray77
This is very well written and so full of potent word pictures of the man that he was, and the grateful, loving family he left behind. It's a great Free Verse entry. Well done!!
reply by the author on 27-Mar-2018
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This is very well written and so full of potent word pictures of the man that he was, and the grateful, loving family he left behind. It's a great Free Verse entry. Well done!!
Comment Written 27-Mar-2018
reply by the author on 27-Mar-2018
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Hello Friend,
I am so appreciative of your exceptional rating and complimentary review.
My father is still missed every day...
I am so pleased you enjoyed my verse.
With gratitude and appreciation...
Comment from jenintorre
This free verse poem fits the criteria of the writing prompt perfectly. It is very nostalgic and atmospheric. I like the writing style and wish you good luck in the competition.. Jen.
reply by the author on 27-Mar-2018
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This free verse poem fits the criteria of the writing prompt perfectly. It is very nostalgic and atmospheric. I like the writing style and wish you good luck in the competition.. Jen.
Comment Written 27-Mar-2018
reply by the author on 27-Mar-2018
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Hello Jen!
Thank you for our excellent rating and thoughtful review!
So pleased you enjoyed.
And thank you for the best wishes!
