Poems
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Comment from mommerry
The honesty in these lines touched my heart - whose "cutting voice" is no longer a threat - quieted to that of a dependent, meek & polite person. I read forgiveness for the past in the lines as well as grief to see the life of a loved one reach its end. No negatives.
reply by the author on 02-Apr-2012
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The honesty in these lines touched my heart - whose "cutting voice" is no longer a threat - quieted to that of a dependent, meek & polite person. I read forgiveness for the past in the lines as well as grief to see the life of a loved one reach its end. No negatives.
Comment Written 02-Apr-2012
reply by the author on 02-Apr-2012
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Thank you for your kind and thoughtful review.
Comment from elliejean
I love the poem. Even bullies die like the rest of us, at the tender mercies of the living. You are there now. That is your way to forgive him. He sowed his own seeds. He will have to deal with his maker while you lead a good life. Great work.
reply by the author on 02-Apr-2012
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I love the poem. Even bullies die like the rest of us, at the tender mercies of the living. You are there now. That is your way to forgive him. He sowed his own seeds. He will have to deal with his maker while you lead a good life. Great work.
Comment Written 02-Apr-2012
reply by the author on 02-Apr-2012
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Thank you for your kind and thoughtful review.
Comment from Axiom Gray
You are so great at this poetry stuff. I'm jealous! I knew you were talking about grandpa before I read your author notes confirming it.
reply by the author on 02-Apr-2012
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You are so great at this poetry stuff. I'm jealous! I knew you were talking about grandpa before I read your author notes confirming it.
Comment Written 02-Apr-2012
reply by the author on 02-Apr-2012
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Thank you Mr. Gray.
Comment from adewpearl
the shrinking of a life - a compelling phrase/concept
I love that entire stanza
I get such a feel for how his demeanor on his deathbed contrasted with the fear he inspired when the narrator was a child
the foreign tongue line is brilliant
This is stunning in each and every line. :-) Brooke
reply by the author on 01-Apr-2012
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the shrinking of a life - a compelling phrase/concept
I love that entire stanza
I get such a feel for how his demeanor on his deathbed contrasted with the fear he inspired when the narrator was a child
the foreign tongue line is brilliant
This is stunning in each and every line. :-) Brooke
Comment Written 01-Apr-2012
reply by the author on 01-Apr-2012
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Thank you so much Brooke for the terrific review.
Comment from Modee
This is the second poem I have read today about the final days of a parent. What's nice/sad about these is that we can all relate, and will be there one day, once again..sadly. :)
reply by the author on 01-Apr-2012
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This is the second poem I have read today about the final days of a parent. What's nice/sad about these is that we can all relate, and will be there one day, once again..sadly. :)
Comment Written 01-Apr-2012
reply by the author on 01-Apr-2012
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Thank you for your thoughtful review.
Comment from ennahanid
This is no good for a Sunday afternoon, I am reading all these 'Sad' pieces and crying, they move me so much and this one is absolutely no exception. This is so moving and then made even more by your footnote.
Most touching...Dinah
reply by the author on 01-Apr-2012
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This is no good for a Sunday afternoon, I am reading all these 'Sad' pieces and crying, they move me so much and this one is absolutely no exception. This is so moving and then made even more by your footnote.
Most touching...Dinah
Comment Written 01-Apr-2012
reply by the author on 01-Apr-2012
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Thank you so much Dinah for the kind words and thoughtful review.