Comment from Douglas Paul

Excellent

This is really a nice tribute to your father, Chrissy, I can feel the love and tenderness behind your poem. I think you poet dad would be proud

 Comment Written 14-Apr-2016

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reply by the author on 15-Apr-2016

Hi Douglas, Yes I think he would be we were very close and shared our psssion for poetry writing. I do miss him but I still have all his work and photo's and to me he is just there all the time. Thanks for reading my poem and for your nice comments As always Cheers Christine😃

Comment from Louise Michelle

Excellent

This is such a poignant poem, Christine. I really do believe that our loved ones visit us when in spirit. There are usually signs if one is sensitive and looks for them. Hugs, Lou

 Comment Written 14-Apr-2016

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reply by the author on 14-Apr-2016

Hi Lou, yes I couldn't agree more, they are always there so Thank you so much for reading my poem and hugs back to you Cheers Christine😀

reply by the author on 14-Apr-2016

Hi Lou, yes I couldn't agree more, they are always there so Thank you so much for reading my poem and hugs back to you Cheers Christine😀

Comment from LateBloomer

Excellent

Hello Chrissy710,

A beautiful memory and tribute to your dad. Of special note:

And so today we will unite
And think of you and your big smile,
Remember you and for a while
Feel you so close and hold you tight.

(Dear Chrissy, Your memory, his strength, and his smile will see you through all the days of your life. Your dad is with you, and he'll always be.)

A poem of remembrance.

Keep the blue waters flowing. LateBloomer

 Comment Written 14-Apr-2016

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reply by the author on 14-Apr-2016

Hi Latebloomer. Thank you for your lovely review and rating for my tribute to my Dad. He is always watching. Cheers Christine😀

reply by the author on 14-Apr-2016

Hi Latebloomer. Thank you for your lovely review and rating for my tribute to my Dad. He is always watching. Cheers Christine😀

Comment from Pantygynt

Excellent

An 'in memoriam' sixteen liner with an enveloping rhyme scheme (abba, cddc, etc.). This keeps it well clear of any hint of the banality that can sometimes accompany iambic tetrameters in rhyming couplets or other more conventional rhyme scheme. It flows beautifully, a pleasing tribute.

 Comment Written 14-Apr-2016

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reply by the author on 14-Apr-2016

Hi Pantygynt. I am so pleased with your review and great rating for my poem as your analysis of my style for this has made me glad I wrote it this way. I am learning much through this site and the wonderful poets like you so I do appreciate your comments very much Have a great day. Cheers Christine😃

reply by the author on 14-Apr-2016

Hi Pantygynt. I am so pleased with your review and great rating for my poem as your analysis of my style for this has made me glad I wrote it this way. I am learning much through this site and the wonderful poets like you so I do appreciate your comments very much Have a great day. Cheers Christine😃

reply by Pantygynt on 14-Apr-2016

Thank you.

Comment from Chris Walker

Excellent

This is a lovely tribute to your father. Well written with terrific rhyme I enjoyed reading this. Your choice of artwork is great--really enhanced your presentation. Thanks for sharing. Chris

 Comment Written 14-Apr-2016

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reply by the author on 14-Apr-2016

Hi Chris, Thanks so much for reading my poem to my Dad and yes I was so pleased to find this artwork to compliment this so I am pleased this worked well. He is watching . Have a lovely day Cheers Christine

Comment from William Ross

Excellent

very nice in memory poem for your dad, great rhyming and great flow when read, Your dad i'm sure loves it. have a wonderful day.

 Comment Written 14-Apr-2016

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reply by the author on 14-Apr-2016

Hi William, Thank you so much for stopping by to read my poem for my Dad and I am sure he is smiling also. You too have a great day my friend Cheers Christine😀

Comment from jane.fallon

Exceptional

I felt the love for your Dad. I feel your pain. I have lost both parents and my favourite brother died last year.

I really enjoyed the rhyming pattern and thus the reason for 6 stars

Well done and good luck

 Comment Written 14-Apr-2016

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reply by the author on 14-Apr-2016

Hi Jane , thank you so much for your review and six stars ( Dad will be pleased ) as I am also. Yes it is a sad day to lose close family and friends , but to keep their memories alive is so important. Thanks for enjoyong my style for this poem Cheers Christine 😀

Comment from PoemsOfDD

Excellent

Christine, this is such a beautiful poem. I can feel you missing him in the poem but you are right, he is with you watching on with his smile. It is such a lovely thing to have all of his poems. All those treasured and creative thoughts from your father. Certainly something to cherish. No wonder you are such an accomplished poet. Thank you for sharing this loving poem. ~DD

 Comment Written 14-Apr-2016

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reply by the author on 14-Apr-2016

Thank so much DD, thanks for reading and reviewing my poem for Dad, I do miss him so and so does my Mum she has had a sad day today. But he did leave a beautiful legacy and I must have his genes as we both enjoy writing. I love to read his works they are so good. Much appreciation to you Many Cheers Christine😀

Comment from Jacqueline M Franklin

Excellent

Hi, Christine ...

= So sorry about your dad.
= The feel of the loss never goes away.
= My dad has been gone 18 years St. Patrick's Day.
= Still feel like he'll walk in the door.
= This is a beautiful dedication.

* A Smile Is A Frown Turned Upside Down! *
Jacqueline M Franklin (*_*)

 Comment Written 13-Apr-2016

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reply by the author on 14-Apr-2016

Hi Jackie, Yes I think one will never forget the good times and we all miss him very much. Thanks for reading my tribite to him on this day. i wanted to share this with my dear friends on FS also Cheers Christine x 😀

Comment from Pam (respa)

Excellent

-Very nice image.
-Thank you for sharing your author notes.
-What a wonderful thing to do as a tribute to your dad.
-When we lose a loved one we are close to, I think we always feel that, but I also believe they are there still supporting us every day.
-Lovely poem that I am sure he would be proud of:
"And in our hearts you'll always dwell.
We think of you with fond recall"

 Comment Written 13-Apr-2016

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reply by the author on 14-Apr-2016

Hi respa1 and thank you for reading my poem for My Dad, I know he would approve and I can feel his love from above. I do so much apreciate your lovely support and send you a hug Cheers Christine 😀

reply by Pam (respa) on 14-Apr-2016

You are very welcome, and appreciate your comments, and here's a big smile and hug coming right back:)

reply by the author on 14-Apr-2016

Thanks

reply by Pam (respa) on 14-Apr-2016

You are very welcome.