Beyond the Fireworks
Called home on Independence Day34 total reviews
Comment from Alexandra Trovato
I'm sorry your beautiful sister, Kelly, is gone. It's unfair how such a child full of life and wonder should grow and leave far too soon. I will think of your sister when I see fireworks from now on. She shared a birthdate (mo and day) with my husband. May she rest eternally in God's Loving Arms. Best wishes.
reply by the author on 05-Jul-2023
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I'm sorry your beautiful sister, Kelly, is gone. It's unfair how such a child full of life and wonder should grow and leave far too soon. I will think of your sister when I see fireworks from now on. She shared a birthdate (mo and day) with my husband. May she rest eternally in God's Loving Arms. Best wishes.
Comment Written 05-Jul-2023
reply by the author on 05-Jul-2023
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Thank you so much, Alex, that truly means the world.
Xo
Jessica
Comment from nomi338
What a poignant story in a poem documenting the tremendous hurt that results from the loss of life of a dear loved one. I am about to post my own free verse dealing with a very similar subject. I hope you have very good luck with your entry. If yours should prevail as a winner I will not be sad or disappointed. I promise.
reply by the author on 06-Jul-2023
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What a poignant story in a poem documenting the tremendous hurt that results from the loss of life of a dear loved one. I am about to post my own free verse dealing with a very similar subject. I hope you have very good luck with your entry. If yours should prevail as a winner I will not be sad or disappointed. I promise.
Comment Written 05-Jul-2023
reply by the author on 06-Jul-2023
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Thank you so much, Nomi
Xo
Jessica
Comment from Teri7
Jessica, This is a very well written poem with a lot of love in it for your little sister. There is such a sadness to it also. I hope and pray that you are o.k. today! love and blessings, Teri
reply by the author on 05-Jul-2023
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Jessica, This is a very well written poem with a lot of love in it for your little sister. There is such a sadness to it also. I hope and pray that you are o.k. today! love and blessings, Teri
Comment Written 04-Jul-2023
reply by the author on 05-Jul-2023
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Thank you! I appreciate your kind words and feedback, Teri.
Xo
Jessica
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You are so welcome! love and blessings, Teri
Comment from dragonpoet
Hi Jessica,
This poem shows a sad memory for today. It also shows the freedom of childhood and how that freedom can lead to bad choices. I am sorry for your loss. The repetition in the poem strengthens the emotion. You have good line breaks also.
Keep writing and stay healthy
Good luck in the contest.
Hope you enjoy fireworks this year.
Joan
reply by the author on 05-Jul-2023
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Hi Jessica,
This poem shows a sad memory for today. It also shows the freedom of childhood and how that freedom can lead to bad choices. I am sorry for your loss. The repetition in the poem strengthens the emotion. You have good line breaks also.
Keep writing and stay healthy
Good luck in the contest.
Hope you enjoy fireworks this year.
Joan
Comment Written 04-Jul-2023
reply by the author on 05-Jul-2023
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Thank you so much, Joan. I appreciate your kind words.
Xo
Jessica
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Don't mention it, Jessica.
Joan
Comment from Monica Chaddick
This was such a sad, sad story about the loss of your sister. I am dreadfully sorry for your loss. You did a beautiful job honoring her memory and memories that the two of you shared.
reply by the author on 05-Jul-2023
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This was such a sad, sad story about the loss of your sister. I am dreadfully sorry for your loss. You did a beautiful job honoring her memory and memories that the two of you shared.
Comment Written 04-Jul-2023
reply by the author on 05-Jul-2023
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Thank you so much Monika your words mean a great deal to me.
Xo
Jessica
Comment from Dolly'sPoems
Congratulations to you guys on your special celebration on the 4th July and this is a fine tribute about remembering the day and having fun with your sister, much enjoyed Jessica, love Dolly x x x
reply by the author on 05-Jul-2023
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Congratulations to you guys on your special celebration on the 4th July and this is a fine tribute about remembering the day and having fun with your sister, much enjoyed Jessica, love Dolly x x x
Comment Written 04-Jul-2023
reply by the author on 05-Jul-2023
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Thank you, Dolly
Xo
Jessica
Comment from barbara.wilkey
Thank you for sharing this tribute to Kelly as a contest entry. The emotion I had as I read touched my heart as tears filled my eyes. This is an excellent entry and I doubt you'll need it but good luck with the contest.
reply by the author on 05-Jul-2023
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Thank you for sharing this tribute to Kelly as a contest entry. The emotion I had as I read touched my heart as tears filled my eyes. This is an excellent entry and I doubt you'll need it but good luck with the contest.
Comment Written 04-Jul-2023
reply by the author on 05-Jul-2023
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Thank you so much, Barbara.
Xo
Jess
Comment from Sally Law
My goodness, Jess. What a poignant write and tribute to Kelly. I felt I relived it with you. Tears are welling as I type this. Surely the winner in this free form contest. Sending you my best and love and blessings of comfort across the miles.
Sal XOs
reply by the author on 05-Jul-2023
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My goodness, Jess. What a poignant write and tribute to Kelly. I felt I relived it with you. Tears are welling as I type this. Surely the winner in this free form contest. Sending you my best and love and blessings of comfort across the miles.
Sal XOs
Comment Written 04-Jul-2023
reply by the author on 05-Jul-2023
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Thank you so much, my friend. Your words of support are always so very appreciated.
Xoxo
Jess
Comment from royowen
You've obviously lost your younger sister, what a terrible thing to happen, the tragedy of losing a sibling will always tear at the heart. This is a lovely tribute to an undying and deeply missed sister, my sympathy, beautifully written my friend, blessings Roy
reply by the author on 05-Jul-2023
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You've obviously lost your younger sister, what a terrible thing to happen, the tragedy of losing a sibling will always tear at the heart. This is a lovely tribute to an undying and deeply missed sister, my sympathy, beautifully written my friend, blessings Roy
Comment Written 04-Jul-2023
reply by the author on 05-Jul-2023
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Thank you so much for your kind and supportive words as always, Roy.
Xo
Jessica
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Bless you
Comment from Jim Wile
This is beautifully written, Jess. You take us through the happy and the sad 4th of Julys with your sister by your side until the final one when you are flying home, and she is above you igniting the heavens, as the fireworks below are igniting the skies for the observers on the ground. So sad, and yet so poetically and beautifully told. I loved it! - Jim
reply by the author on 05-Jul-2023
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This is beautifully written, Jess. You take us through the happy and the sad 4th of Julys with your sister by your side until the final one when you are flying home, and she is above you igniting the heavens, as the fireworks below are igniting the skies for the observers on the ground. So sad, and yet so poetically and beautifully told. I loved it! - Jim
Comment Written 04-Jul-2023
reply by the author on 05-Jul-2023
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That means the world, Jim. Thank you so much.
Xo
Jess
P.s. My rambunctious children start camp today, which means I will be diving (uninterrupted) into your book!!! Can't wait.