Comment from Janice Canerdy

Excellent

This is a very lovely and skillfully-written poem that serves as a moving ]tribute to a great lady, an excellent poet. You've made superb use of specific details and the whitney examples.

 Comment Written 24-Mar-2019

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reply by the author on 24-Mar-2019

Thanks for the review, Janice. I am glad you liked my tribute to Brooke. I appreciate your compliment about the use of detail and Whitney poems.

Comment from LIJ Red

Excellent

That was one of Brooke's strengths, a gentle sort of wry wit. An excellent tribute, enriched by aptly chosen quotes. I wish I had Adewpearl's optimism and patience...

 Comment Written 24-Mar-2019

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reply by the author on 24-Mar-2019

Thanks for the review, LIJ. Brooke was an amazing person and writer. I am glad you liked my tribute with the quotes. It is appreciated.

Comment from Sandra Elizabeth Williams

Excellent

This is very touching, Pam. I never knew her but from all the tributes I have been reading, Brooke seems to have been a really fine person. May you find consolation in your grief.

My condolences to Brooke's family.

 Comment Written 24-Mar-2019

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reply by the author on 24-Mar-2019

Thanks for the review, Sandra. I appreciate your comments, and am glad you have been reading about her. Actually, it struck me really hard when I first heard of her illness. It was a sad time.

reply by Sandra Elizabeth Williams on 24-Mar-2019

I'm so sorry for your loss.

God bless you.

reply by the author on 24-Mar-2019

Thanks for that, Sandra. I didn't see the final note you had in the review. The family will appreciate that.

reply by Sandra Elizabeth Williams on 24-Mar-2019

You're welcome.
If you can, please pass it on for me.

reply by the author on 24-Mar-2019

It will appear in Robyn Corum's book for Brooke. You can go to her portfolio and click on "The Announcement" and look at the chapters plus the replies.

reply by Sandra Elizabeth Williams on 24-Mar-2019

OK, thanks Pam. I will.

reply by the author on 24-Mar-2019

I'm glad to hear it.

Comment from Artasylum

Exceptional

I was over the years so in love with her writing and was so sad to read of her passing... thanks for your beautiful salute to such a wonderful person.... yours, diana

 Comment Written 24-Mar-2019

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reply by the author on 24-Mar-2019

Thank you for the exceptional rating and review, diana. I am glad you were able to know her and that you appreciated my salute to her.

Comment from Heather Knight

Excellent

I have read many tributes to Brooke on the past few days and even though I didn't know her, I think she sounds lovely.
Thanks for sharing your beautiful poem and notes.

 Comment Written 24-Mar-2019

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reply by the author on 25-Mar-2019

Thanks for the review, Maria. I am glad you have been reading the tributes; she was a very positive and caring person, and talented, too! I am glad you liked my poem and the notes. It is appreciated.

Comment from Pantygynt

Excellent

A paean for Brooke that also features a delightful little piece of her own. The rhyme (weeding/seeding) in Brooke's poem really lifts the form to a totally different level. This is an excellent example of why she was so revered on this site.

 Comment Written 24-Mar-2019

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reply by the author on 28-Mar-2019

Thanks for the review. I am glad you appreciated the tribute and the inclusion of Brooke's Whitney. She was a special person and talent.

Comment from Miss Sherry

Excellent

Such a lovely and admirable poem for your friend. I regret I was unable to meet her, but in heaven, I am sure we will cross paths. You have done a beautiful job with this...with your references to other poets and her poetry. God bless you for this wonderful tribute.

 Comment Written 24-Mar-2019

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reply by the author on 28-Mar-2019

Thanks for the review, Sherry. I appreciate your comments about my poem, Brooke, and references to other poets and her poetry. It means a lot.

reply by Miss Sherry on 28-Mar-2019

I know she was loved and will be missed. Blessings to you.

reply by the author on 28-Mar-2019

Thanks, Sherry.

Comment from Barb Hensongispsaca

Excellent

What an excellent piece done for a special person. I wish we would do this for all the ones past for their families to keep for their next generation. Loved the added lines in the notes

 Comment Written 24-Mar-2019

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reply by the author on 24-Mar-2019

Thanks for the review, Barb. I am glad you liked my tribute. Brooke was very special. I am also glad you appreciated the notes.

Comment from 24chas

Excellent

This was a beautiful tribute to Brooke. It's been really nice to see all the glowing words and tributes to her. What a great legacy she left to all of us here. Nice job.

 Comment Written 24-Mar-2019

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reply by the author on 24-Mar-2019

Thanks for the review, 24chas. I am glad you liked the tribute and are appreciating all of the words written about her.

Comment from Shirley McLain

Exceptional

Beautiful tribute to Brooke. I'm sure she would've loved it. It was very well done and I don't see any problems, so you got the big six this morning. I hope you have a wonderful day. Shirley

 Comment Written 24-Mar-2019

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reply by the author on 24-Mar-2019

Thank you for the exceptional rating and review, Shirley. I am glad you liked the tribute and felt that she would have loved it. I think she is looking down at each one, appreciating the poems, writing, and reviews. You have a great day, too.