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Comment from lyenochka
Thanks for living and loving A LOT. That comes through in your interactions here and with your friends and family there. That's a cute picture of your artist granddaughter when she was starting out in art!
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Thanks for living and loving A LOT. That comes through in your interactions here and with your friends and family there. That's a cute picture of your artist granddaughter when she was starting out in art!
Comment Written 30-Jun-2023
reply by the author on 30-Jun-2023
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Thanks Helen, and I appreciate your kind words for me. You are always such a sweetheart and so very kind. I hope you are doing well in your temporary studio place. And I have been praying for Grace as well. Also Patch, I know she thinks she is where she is going to be and surprise! Can't wait to read that story. I think you should name it, 'On the Road Again,' and play the Willie Nelson song. Hahaha! Hugs!!
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Comment from jmdg1954
Whaaaaat?
Our bodies all too soon are shot, while on our way to our last plot
I'm not ready for the last spot in the plot...
Good poem, Debi. I'm trying to get to all your posts. The 24 hours in a day need to be expanded. Know anyone who can take care of that?
John
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Whaaaaat?
Our bodies all too soon are shot, while on our way to our last plot
I'm not ready for the last spot in the plot...
Good poem, Debi. I'm trying to get to all your posts. The 24 hours in a day need to be expanded. Know anyone who can take care of that?
John
Comment Written 30-Jun-2023
reply by the author on 30-Jun-2023
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Lol, maybe the guy in the spot after you leave the plot can help you with that. Hahahaha! Sorry, it is so blunt hahaha, but I had to get it in and was couldn't use words that didn't make sense. EWE I just remembered I do have a plot already bought. I had forgot. I will sought not to use it too soon. Lol, sorry to freak you out, but you made my day and now I can't stop laughing.
I wish you a happy fourth with good thoughts, my awesome friend.
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Same to you, Debi. Happy Fourth!
Comment from LJbutterfly
Dear Debi,
This is such an inspirational and uplifting poem of love and appreciation of family. I do not have grandchildren. That's probably why I spent thirteen years as a teacher of ages 2 to 5. Children are so delightful at those young ages. Kenzie's artwork is precious, and you have allowed us to see it advance through the years. You have had personal challenges, but your poetry and stories are rich with hope, faith, joy and the love of Christ and family. Thank you for sharing your life with us and best wishes always.
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Dear Debi,
This is such an inspirational and uplifting poem of love and appreciation of family. I do not have grandchildren. That's probably why I spent thirteen years as a teacher of ages 2 to 5. Children are so delightful at those young ages. Kenzie's artwork is precious, and you have allowed us to see it advance through the years. You have had personal challenges, but your poetry and stories are rich with hope, faith, joy and the love of Christ and family. Thank you for sharing your life with us and best wishes always.
Comment Written 30-Jun-2023
reply by the author on 30-Jun-2023
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Oh Lorraine, this is so lovely. Thank you for the most beautiful review and words for my poem. I know you love children too and love that you teach these wonderful children. Didn't you say that both your kids were recently married? I can guarantee you that when you have your own grandbabe, it will be a feeling that you have ever experienced before. And everyone is just as special. You will make the best grandma. I hope it is you I was thinking of as I would never want to say anything wrong and hurt you in any way.
Thank you also for the six stars for this. I appreciate it so much!
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Thank you Debi for your sincere concern. I do not have any grandchildren. That's why I taught young children. My only child, a daughter, got married last year at the age of 50. She waited a long time and finally met the perfect, perfect man. However, no grandkids for me. My husband an I now have a loving daughter and great son-in-law.
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I do have a big mouth. I am sorry, as I think I was thinking of your daughter getting married but didn't realize her age. I am so happy you have those lovely little kids that you teach. You are so special Lorraine. I am so happy to call you a friend.
Comment from harmony13
The author's words are uplifting, descriptive and creative. As the author
states laughing a lot especially with family I feel is so healthy! I feel as
the author about grandchildren they bring us joy and lots of love! The poem flows and connects well. The artwork is awesome and compliments
this poem. Great Poem, Debi! Hope you are having a great day!.....Maria
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The author's words are uplifting, descriptive and creative. As the author
states laughing a lot especially with family I feel is so healthy! I feel as
the author about grandchildren they bring us joy and lots of love! The poem flows and connects well. The artwork is awesome and compliments
this poem. Great Poem, Debi! Hope you are having a great day!.....Maria
Comment Written 30-Jun-2023
reply by the author on 30-Jun-2023
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Always Maria, when I hear from you. Thanks so much Sweetie for the lovely comments and awesome review. I appreciate it so much.
I was just looking at my birthday calendar for my favorite reviewers and friends and I do not have you down. Could you share your birthday with me?? You have been a friend since I have been here so would love to write a poem for you.
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Hi Debi,
My birthday is September 13! So glad
you are so positive about life and your love for Our Lord & Savior! Have a great weekend!.....Maria
Comment from barbara.wilkey
It may be silly, but it speaks volumes of what's really important in the world. I enjoyed reading and agree with what you've said. Thank you for sharing it with us. Being a grandma is so important. Last evening, as I was cooking dinner my son called, "I know you're probably cooking dinner, but Eleanor says she needs to speak to grandma." I told him, "I always have time to speak to the girls." She was getting a talking to because she poopied in her underwear. She's just been potty trained. Her and I spoke about using the potty. She then decided she needed to use the potty, we spoke while she was on the potty. LOL This was a very important conversation, much more than dinner. I love being a grandma.
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It may be silly, but it speaks volumes of what's really important in the world. I enjoyed reading and agree with what you've said. Thank you for sharing it with us. Being a grandma is so important. Last evening, as I was cooking dinner my son called, "I know you're probably cooking dinner, but Eleanor says she needs to speak to grandma." I told him, "I always have time to speak to the girls." She was getting a talking to because she poopied in her underwear. She's just been potty trained. Her and I spoke about using the potty. She then decided she needed to use the potty, we spoke while she was on the potty. LOL This was a very important conversation, much more than dinner. I love being a grandma.
Comment Written 30-Jun-2023
reply by the author on 30-Jun-2023
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Oh Barb, only another grandma who loves kids so much could cry at that story and I miss that age so much, so these new eyes are getting some moisture right now. That is so adorable and I love that you have such a strong affect on her. That is how it should be. I used to watch mine all the time. Everyday and I relive those days over and over. The one who does most of my beautiful art is the one who drew that picture of her and I when she was only three. I still have 40 plus pictures she drew of all the things we did together. My kids think I am crazy that I can't let go, but oh well. I am that grandma, just like you. I bet you keep pictures they draw too. Btw, since you reviewed, I cut the picture down as it was way too big. I hope it looks better now. Thank you for that awesome poopie story. You gave me the biggest smile and it is not about to leave any time soon. Thanks also for the awesome review and comments, my sweet friend.
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The picture looks great, my granddaughters send me artwork thought the mail. They are on my refrigerator. They live in St. Louis and me in central Texas. I so wish we were closer. My son and his wife do a great job trying to keep us connected.
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Oh Barb, I bet it is like Heaven when you finally see each other in person. I am glad you are not missing it all together, as that little talk was pretty darn special. I really loved that. Lol.
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We zoom every Sunday afternoon for about 2 hours. Yes, when I finally get to hug them in person, it's special. My teenage grandchildren and I text at least every other day.
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You know those games that are under your text messages. It is with all the other little round things you can click on and do. But there is one under there that is green and is called game pigeon. If you click on that there are oodles of games to play with your older grandkids. I do it all the time with my 8-14 year olds. The most fun is twenty questions. Maybe you already do that.
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Thank you, I didn't know that.
Comment from HarryT
I really like the sentiment of this poem. At time the rhyme is a bit bumpy. I do feel the author's thanks for things that you have been given or earned. The structure works OK, but I wonder if four line stanza would work better.
This line seem forced "Since all my babes have been a tot" and to me does not make sense. I have awarded five stars, because I like the feeling of this poem but I think it could be improved with a little more work.
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I really like the sentiment of this poem. At time the rhyme is a bit bumpy. I do feel the author's thanks for things that you have been given or earned. The structure works OK, but I wonder if four line stanza would work better.
This line seem forced "Since all my babes have been a tot" and to me does not make sense. I have awarded five stars, because I like the feeling of this poem but I think it could be improved with a little more work.
Comment Written 30-Jun-2023
reply by the author on 30-Jun-2023
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Hey Harry, thanks for your kind words and your feedback. The line that you speak of is telling of my how I love my kids since tots and I see that it needs to be changed as I have loved them since birth. These are extremely difficult and if you ever tried one, you would see what I mean. I agree with you about a little bumpy and when the lines are longer, that has a better chance of happening. So I appreciate your comments. I love good feedback and will go try to change a few right now.. I do think four lines would be overwhelming tho, since the lines are long. But we will see how this works. Thanks again my friend. I do appreciate it very much!
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Love your work Debi. It is always a pleasure to read.
Comment from royowen
There's no doubt about your faith, even though we age, and some perhaps are not in great shape, but the wonderful thing is our lives are in God's hands, not in fate's hand, but I, for one, look forward to your continuing faith imbued writing ad friendship, beautifully written Debi, blessings Roy
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There's no doubt about your faith, even though we age, and some perhaps are not in great shape, but the wonderful thing is our lives are in God's hands, not in fate's hand, but I, for one, look forward to your continuing faith imbued writing ad friendship, beautifully written Debi, blessings Roy
Comment Written 30-Jun-2023
reply by the author on 30-Jun-2023
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Roy, I sure appreciate your very kind words for me and my poem. Thank you so much, my very dear friend.
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Bless you
Comment from Terry Broxson
What, you are not always in a silly mood? Okay, sometimes you are pretty dang serious. I never knew the joys of kids or grandkids, but I heard many a grandparent say what you expressed so well. Terry.
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What, you are not always in a silly mood? Okay, sometimes you are pretty dang serious. I never knew the joys of kids or grandkids, but I heard many a grandparent say what you expressed so well. Terry.
Comment Written 30-Jun-2023
reply by the author on 30-Jun-2023
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Hi Terry, I sure appreciate your very kind words for me and my poem. Thank you so much, my very dear friend.
Comment from Paul Manton
Oh, Debi, I wish I had six stars for this brilliant piece.
To make so many rhymes, (twenty-four!) without repetition, is a tour de force.
The rhythm is really interesting (technical time out) I think is is called 'catalectic' iambic tetrameter - the catalexis means the meter doesn't complete as you would expect. Whenever I come across this, I always find the flow to be very pleasing. Most of us would dream this up without thinking, but there are a few technicians on this sight (no names - and I am not one of them) who can set out to construct it on purpose. They have my admiration.
Back to your poem: 'Sunny' is my first word - because this is so happy and fulfilled - your uberbrilliant couplet is 'Our bodies all too soon are shot/While on our way to our last plot'. That is so wonderful!
And whether one believes in hell as fiery pain or as ultimate extinction, I certainly believe that Heaven is the Perfect Spot, which we shall share with our loving Lord.
Thank you, Debi, for this happy poem.
Paul
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Oh, Debi, I wish I had six stars for this brilliant piece.
To make so many rhymes, (twenty-four!) without repetition, is a tour de force.
The rhythm is really interesting (technical time out) I think is is called 'catalectic' iambic tetrameter - the catalexis means the meter doesn't complete as you would expect. Whenever I come across this, I always find the flow to be very pleasing. Most of us would dream this up without thinking, but there are a few technicians on this sight (no names - and I am not one of them) who can set out to construct it on purpose. They have my admiration.
Back to your poem: 'Sunny' is my first word - because this is so happy and fulfilled - your uberbrilliant couplet is 'Our bodies all too soon are shot/While on our way to our last plot'. That is so wonderful!
And whether one believes in hell as fiery pain or as ultimate extinction, I certainly believe that Heaven is the Perfect Spot, which we shall share with our loving Lord.
Thank you, Debi, for this happy poem.
Paul
Comment Written 30-Jun-2023
reply by the author on 30-Jun-2023
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Hi Paul, I sure appreciate your very kind words for me and my poem. Thank you so much, my very dear friend.
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Welcome, Debbie
Comment from GWHARGIS
Ain't nothing silly about this. It is something we should all keep in mind. It's easier to smile, to let things go. It's easier to help than to walk away. I like that this is so simple but so wise. Great poem, Debi. Gretchen
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Ain't nothing silly about this. It is something we should all keep in mind. It's easier to smile, to let things go. It's easier to help than to walk away. I like that this is so simple but so wise. Great poem, Debi. Gretchen
Comment Written 30-Jun-2023
reply by the author on 30-Jun-2023
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Hi Gretchen, I sure appreciate your very kind words for me and my poem. Thank you so much, my very dear friend.