Hurry Back, Debbie
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Comment from Marilyn Hamilton
This is a beautiful goodbye poem for Debbie. We are all going to miss her and her great writings. We will say see you later, not goodbye and hope she can return some day soon.
reply by the author on 04-Apr-2025
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This is a beautiful goodbye poem for Debbie. We are all going to miss her and her great writings. We will say see you later, not goodbye and hope she can return some day soon.
Comment Written 03-Apr-2025
reply by the author on 04-Apr-2025
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Thank you very much, Marilyn. Perfect: See you later, not goodbye.
Comment from Karen Cherry
She will appreciate your poetry. No one writes like her at all. She wrote me that she wants to be back as soon as possible. This place is very addictive, And, we are like family. I have not been around a lot myself. But, I visit.
Karen
reply by the author on 04-Apr-2025
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She will appreciate your poetry. No one writes like her at all. She wrote me that she wants to be back as soon as possible. This place is very addictive, And, we are like family. I have not been around a lot myself. But, I visit.
Karen
Comment Written 03-Apr-2025
reply by the author on 04-Apr-2025
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She is truly one of a kind. I hope she really meant that she will be back asap.
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:-)
Comment from Ric Myworld
I'm with you, Jim. I read very little poetry and know nothing about it. But Debbie's poems give me a glimpse of what I'm missing and I always enjoy everything she posts. And although I'm sure the foolishness I write isn't in her comfort zone, her reviews have never been anything but kind and encouraging. She is someone who is friendly, generous, considerate, and brightens every day. The epitome of kindness. I hope she has a sudden change of heart. Thanks for sharing.
reply by the author on 04-Apr-2025
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I'm with you, Jim. I read very little poetry and know nothing about it. But Debbie's poems give me a glimpse of what I'm missing and I always enjoy everything she posts. And although I'm sure the foolishness I write isn't in her comfort zone, her reviews have never been anything but kind and encouraging. She is someone who is friendly, generous, considerate, and brightens every day. The epitome of kindness. I hope she has a sudden change of heart. Thanks for sharing.
Comment Written 03-Apr-2025
reply by the author on 04-Apr-2025
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I confess that I don't read much poetry anymore since I seldom write it these days and really prefer prose, but I make an exception for Debbie's poetry. But the thing I love most about her is her wonderful, perceptive reviews and just discussing things with her in general. She is truly one of a kind, and all the things you said about her.
Comment from Sally Law
Jim,
A beautifully written addition to the book for Debbie D'Arcy. Yes, I'm still reeling, unable to fully process her announcement. It seems like she's always been here. and is a friend to so many. Your kind words will mean the world to her. Thank you for sharing. Sending you my best today as always.
Sally :))
reply by the author on 04-Apr-2025
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Jim,
A beautifully written addition to the book for Debbie D'Arcy. Yes, I'm still reeling, unable to fully process her announcement. It seems like she's always been here. and is a friend to so many. Your kind words will mean the world to her. Thank you for sharing. Sending you my best today as always.
Sally :))
Comment Written 03-Apr-2025
reply by the author on 04-Apr-2025
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Thank you so much, Sally. I think many of us are reeling and will surely miss her presence here on FS. Let's hope it is just temporary and she will grace our presence here again soon.
Comment from barbara.wilkey
I agree I am greatly going to miss Debbie and I hope this leave of a absence isn't very long. Her poems are always wonderful to read and usually give me an education as I read. Thank you for sharing this well written poem with us.
reply by the author on 04-Apr-2025
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I agree I am greatly going to miss Debbie and I hope this leave of a absence isn't very long. Her poems are always wonderful to read and usually give me an education as I read. Thank you for sharing this well written poem with us.
Comment Written 03-Apr-2025
reply by the author on 04-Apr-2025
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Thank you, Barbara. Isn't she the best? Always so kind and gracious with such wonderfully conceived reviews and encouragement. And, like you said, such terrific and educational poetry.
Comment from Harry Craft
Another great tribute poem to a great friend. I truly enjoyed reading this tribute poem and I thought it was a very thoughtful way to send a friend a note that you will miss them. Keep up the great work!
reply by the author on 03-Apr-2025
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Another great tribute poem to a great friend. I truly enjoyed reading this tribute poem and I thought it was a very thoughtful way to send a friend a note that you will miss them. Keep up the great work!
Comment Written 03-Apr-2025
reply by the author on 03-Apr-2025
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Thanks very much, Harry. I think a lot of people feel the way I do here. She certainly deserves the wonderful reputation that she has.
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You are so welcome Jim! Yes, you are right too...
Comment from Harambe iz ur Daddy
A fitting, carefully constructed tribute, perfectly metered and rhymed, free of any glitches. Visually it's good too. And the content, also fitting and prescient. Debbie has been an institution on the site here and added a great deal to the community.
My only small suggestion is to remove any punctuation that might even SUGGEST any breaks that would disrupt your perfect meter:
in my imagination. They become so real to me <= You don't NEED to have the period here. I often capitalize the start of lines instead. You have 7 beats per line with one beat of separation, totally consistent. It is fine for the thought to break after the word "flight", and not break the sentence officially. If you feel the need to have a period though, why not simply put it after "flight" instead.
Great work and thanks for sharing,
🦍
reply by the author on 03-Apr-2025
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A fitting, carefully constructed tribute, perfectly metered and rhymed, free of any glitches. Visually it's good too. And the content, also fitting and prescient. Debbie has been an institution on the site here and added a great deal to the community.
My only small suggestion is to remove any punctuation that might even SUGGEST any breaks that would disrupt your perfect meter:
in my imagination. They become so real to me <= You don't NEED to have the period here. I often capitalize the start of lines instead. You have 7 beats per line with one beat of separation, totally consistent. It is fine for the thought to break after the word "flight", and not break the sentence officially. If you feel the need to have a period though, why not simply put it after "flight" instead.
Great work and thanks for sharing,
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Comment Written 03-Apr-2025
reply by the author on 03-Apr-2025
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Thanks so much, Harambe. I really appreciate your fine review and your suggestion. I think I agree with you, and changed the punctuation slightly.
Comment from Pam (respa)
-Very nice artwork and presentation, Jim.
-Your notes and tribute are appreciated.
-You wrote a very good poem for Debbie
with effective imagery and rhyme.
-I will miss her, too.
-A very good opening verse, followed
by your line about the subjects she writes about:
"imbued with zest for life they are and great humanity."
-A very good closing verse. I'm sure your
poem will mean a lot to Debbie.
-Thanks for sharing it.
reply by the author on 03-Apr-2025
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-Very nice artwork and presentation, Jim.
-Your notes and tribute are appreciated.
-You wrote a very good poem for Debbie
with effective imagery and rhyme.
-I will miss her, too.
-A very good opening verse, followed
by your line about the subjects she writes about:
"imbued with zest for life they are and great humanity."
-A very good closing verse. I'm sure your
poem will mean a lot to Debbie.
-Thanks for sharing it.
Comment Written 03-Apr-2025
reply by the author on 03-Apr-2025
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Thanks so much Pam for your very kind review. So many of us will miss her not only for her excellent poetry but especially for her wonderful reviews that are so thoughtful, detailed, and helpful.
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You are very welcome, Jim. I agree that she has been a special addition to FanStory. I will miss her, too.
Comment from jmdg1954
Jim,
Debbie is also one of my favorite people on this sight.
Your poem majestically describes both her as an individual and her writing. It's no wonder she wins award after award.
Like you, I'm sad to see her go, but it's for good reason. And I wait for her return.
You penned an excellent poem for this wonderful person.
John
reply by the author on 03-Apr-2025
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Jim,
Debbie is also one of my favorite people on this sight.
Your poem majestically describes both her as an individual and her writing. It's no wonder she wins award after award.
Like you, I'm sad to see her go, but it's for good reason. And I wait for her return.
You penned an excellent poem for this wonderful person.
John
Comment Written 03-Apr-2025
reply by the author on 03-Apr-2025
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Thanks so much, John. She is one of a kind, and, like you, I can't wait for her return. She's had a big impact on a lot of people here.
Thanks very much for those 6 stars too.
Comment from Wendy G
Excellent poem for Debbie - this is a wonderful poetic tribute to her, and expresses the feelings of all of us. She has indeed made a significant impact during her time here, and I do hope she'll soon be back.
Wendy
reply by the author on 03-Apr-2025
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Excellent poem for Debbie - this is a wonderful poetic tribute to her, and expresses the feelings of all of us. She has indeed made a significant impact during her time here, and I do hope she'll soon be back.
Wendy
Comment Written 02-Apr-2025
reply by the author on 03-Apr-2025
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Thanks very much, Wendy. She's made such an impact on me and many others, as you say. We will all miss her greatly while she's gone.
