Comment from Maureen's Pen

Excellent

Dear Carolyn - I love the "feel" of this work. Could almost feel the "holiday" mood as I read it. Another well penned post for the Aprils poetry month.
Great over all work and I enjoyed the read - made me smile.
Thanks for sharing it.
Maureen

 Comment Written 14-Apr-2014

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reply by the author on 17-Apr-2014

Thank you dear Maureen, Yes this was a bitter-sweet trip. Larry's Dad passed away on our way home from Tennessee. We are now in Phoenix, AZ. I am so happy this made you smile. I pray you are doing well. Love, Carolyn

Comment from country ranch writer

Excellent

WHAT PART OF TENN? THE MOON IS FULL AND IT IS GEOUGEOUS AND LIGHTS UP THE WHOLE YARD, YOU CAN SEE THE ANIMALS COMING OUT TO SEE WHAT IS GOING ON

 Comment Written 13-Apr-2014

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reply by the author on 13-Apr-2014

Easteren Tennessee, it has been gorgeous, however it started raining about an hour ago. Glad you enjoyed Traveling Thoughts.
:-) Carolyn

reply by country ranch writer on 13-Apr-2014

MY DAUGHTER LIVES IN KINGSTON SHE SAYS IT IS VERY PRETTY THERE

Comment from GE Parson

Exceptional

Gotta give this 6 RATING, BECAUSE OF your great imagination
with the galaxy chasing each other around with racing and flirting. LOL

Keep 'em coming!

Your Friend.
Jerry

PS We lived in Bowling Green Ky. for about five years. Loved it.

 Comment Written 13-Apr-2014

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reply by the author on 13-Apr-2014

Jerry what an awesome award for Traveling Thoughts. You are spoiling me. Thank you and I am so happy you enjoyed the poem.
:-) Carolyn

Comment from 9999pool

Excellent

A wonderful write about the thoughts of going to a son's home. The stars, moon and even the clouds there do welcome us besides the joy of family reunion.
What a great way to spend time with our siblings and who can complain? Smiles.
Enjoy your stay in Tennessee and enjoy the fresh environment there too.
Cheerio, hugs and luff, bro Ritchie. :))

 Comment Written 13-Apr-2014

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reply by the author on 13-Apr-2014

Hi there, so nice to hear from you, we have had gorgeous weather and a wonderful time. Will go back to Missouri tomorrow. Home is only four hours away. Thanks for the great review. Love you, Carolyn

Comment from Irish Rain

Excellent

I am loving day twelve! What a delight to visit your son on this beautiful spring evening..change of scenery, people, is always inspiring to a writer! Blessings to you and your family tonight!

 Comment Written 12-Apr-2014

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reply by the author on 12-Apr-2014

Thank you, we have had a wonderful Saturday. Glad you enjoyed this little poem. :-) Carolyn

reply by the author on 12-Apr-2014

Thank you, we have had a wonderful Saturday. Glad you enjoyed this little poem. :-) Carolyn

Comment from Giddy Nielsen-Sweep

Excellent

In your travel notes you captured the mood and the sites in one. It has the feel of Japanese haiku and captures the moments quite accurately, I thought, Giddy

 Comment Written 12-Apr-2014

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reply by the author on 12-Apr-2014

I am happy it resembled a 'form' in some manner. :-) I have really enjoyed this journey through the month. Happy you liked it. :-) Carolyn

reply by the author on 12-Apr-2014

I am happy it resembled a 'form' in some manner. :-) I have really enjoyed this journey through the month. Happy you liked it. :-) Carolyn

Comment from Lysa Schuler

Excellent

This was an excellent poem. A mini adventure. I had alot of fun reading it. Great vivid imagery presented, and well chosen words for visuals in motion. and an excellent finale. Great work, and God bless.

 Comment Written 12-Apr-2014

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reply by the author on 12-Apr-2014

And bless you right back. Thank you for this great review and generous rating. :-) Carolyn

reply by Lysa Schuler on 12-Apr-2014

Your welcome, and thank you for sharing. Cheers, and God bless.

reply by the author on 12-Apr-2014

And bless you right back. Thank you for this great review and generous rating. :-) Carolyn

Comment from adewpearl

Excellent

I like the pattern of couplet/triplet/couplet
nice alliteration in stars/southern sky
fanciful use of personification
blossom in it's warmth - drop the apostrophe
lovely detail and a warm feeling :-) Brooke

 Comment Written 12-Apr-2014

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reply by the author on 12-Apr-2014

Thanks for this great review Brooke. I am glad you liked the poem. I'll fix the its. :-) Carolyn

reply by the author on 12-Apr-2014

Thanks for this great review Brooke. I am glad you liked the poem. I'll fix the its. :-) Carolyn

Comment from Tomes Johnston

Excellent

This is yet another interesting and beautiful poem about the joys of spring from the author in this piece of writing. Family reunions are fantastic. There is nothing like it in the world.

 Comment Written 12-Apr-2014

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reply by the author on 12-Apr-2014

Family makes the world go round, I am pleased you enjoyed this one Tom. :-) Carolyn

reply by the author on 12-Apr-2014

Family makes the world go round, I am pleased you enjoyed this one Tom. :-) Carolyn

Comment from seaglass

Excellent

This is a very accurate description of a long night driving trip. Looking forward to whats at the end of the ride gives the poet eyes of optimism to see these beautiful things.

It occurred to me that the trip back to my father's funeral gave me different eyes. Eyes that saw the negative blackness rather than the beauty.

 Comment Written 12-Apr-2014

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reply by the author on 12-Apr-2014

I am sorry about your father. The reasons we travel certainly affect our outlook on our surroundings. Thank you for taking the time to review. :-) Carolyn