Comment from michaelcahill

Exceptional

You have put it so beautifully my friend. Those are the words I think we were all looking for today. For you and I, we grew up and have had him making us laugh since we were very young, all of our lives really. Such a heart he had when he could play a dramatic role with the same skill. This piece brought a lot of comfort to me and I know it will to many. Well done. mikey

 Comment Written 12-Aug-2014

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reply by the author on 12-Aug-2014

Thanks mate same age and all huh! Never realised that till today. Had some depressing reviews but never mind not looking for rewards on this round.

Comment from Adri7enne

Excellent

I'm glad to have this opportunity to cry with another Robin Williams fan. I am so saddened by the death of this comedic genius. Even worse is the thought that he was so depressed he didn't know how to deal with it. Imagine how painful it must be to pretend to see life as hillarious and make everyone around you laugh, while you die inside! Dear man! It almost makes me weep.
You've written a nice tribute to his memory. I will mourn him as much as I would a friend. Well done, Sankey.

 Comment Written 12-Aug-2014

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reply by the author on 12-Aug-2014

thanks friend. We will be getting his movies out to remember him again. Think we have about 6 of them or more here.

reply by Adri7enne on 12-Aug-2014

Sigh! So sad! I think I'll check Netflix for some of his stand-up comedy. The world has lost a great artist.

Comment from jmdg1954

Exceptional

Robin Williams was one of my favorite actors and a top comedian. I can't tell you how hard I would laugh at/with him on stage. It's hard to believe someone so funny suffered with depression. God has a reason I'm sure.

Well done my friend. John

 Comment Written 11-Aug-2014

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reply by the author on 11-Aug-2014

Thanks John. I was a bit disappointed in him towards the end I thought some of the language and stuff I liked the funny Robin better.

Comment from Leineco

Excellent

I had to leave the site and dash over to Bing to see it the subtitle was right before I could read this. I was in complete shock to hear of this horrible loss! I have been an avid fan of Robin Williams since his 1978 appearance at the Roxy (on HBO) - his bit with John Ritter was comedy genius! I have never seen another comedian (and believe me, I have seen many) who could come close to him for pure "thinking on his feet, far outside the box, rapid fire delivery" ingenuity. He will be missed and mourned by me. :-(

Nicely done tribute :-)

 Comment Written 11-Aug-2014

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reply by the author on 11-Aug-2014

Thanks friend I will miss him too.

Comment from adewpearl

Excellent

good use of abcb rhyming
a most thoughtful tribute to this comedic genius who captured the imagination of so very many of us
good alliteration in made a mark
good assonance in miss/wit
Brooke

 Comment Written 11-Aug-2014

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reply by the author on 11-Aug-2014

Thanks Brooke we will all miss him for sure.

Comment from Spitfire

Good

I just read about this online. What a talent. Amazing that underneath that comic mask was darkness inside. While I'm glad that you wrote this, I can't in all honesty give you a five. "what a lark" and "big shoes to fit" are close, if not clichés.

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 Comment Written 11-Aug-2014

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reply by the author on 11-Aug-2014

Doesn't matter wasn't really looking for rewards on this occasion.

reply by Spitfire on 11-Aug-2014

I understand. I, too, was shocked to hear of his death.

Comment from NurseBarb

Excellent

It's so weird to see those dates (birth to death) next to his picture. His death is devastating and so incredibly sad. If only he knew how loved he was. A lovely poem you have written as a tribute to a wonderful man.

 Comment Written 11-Aug-2014

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reply by the author on 11-Aug-2014

thanks friend we were the same age I never realised that till today.

Comment from Drew Delaney

Excellent

They say the funny ones are the ones who need help. So sorry to read about this. He was definitely a great character and funny to boot. I will have to look at the news. I am always saddened when I hear of someone dying before their time. thanks so much for sharing.

 Comment Written 11-Aug-2014

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reply by the author on 11-Aug-2014

Thanks Drew certainly sad. we will be getting some of his movies out for a run now down memory lane.

reply by Drew Delaney on 11-Aug-2014

I think Hollywood just is too tough for some people. Very sad!

reply by the author on 11-Aug-2014

yeah I figure he might have missed too many opportunities or was not getting enough roles or something.

Comment from judiverse

Excellent

I just read another poem about Robin Williams. He was quite a talent. I haven't seem much of his work, but loved him in "Mrs. Doubtfire." Excellent rhyme and flow in your tribute. "Qurks and impressions" are good words to describe his talents. He will be missed. judi

 Comment Written 11-Aug-2014

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reply by the author on 11-Aug-2014

Thanks mate did I leave an 'i' out of quirks? Appreciate you coming by.

Comment from angelface2

Excellent

Oh, my. I did not hear this. He was a wonderful actor and so witty. How sad. Your poem is very nicely written. It is a good tribute to the man. Miss Sally

 Comment Written 11-Aug-2014

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reply by the author on 11-Aug-2014

Thanks Sally appreciate your review. We will get some of his movies out for a memory time.

reply by angelface2 on 12-Aug-2014

OH yes. I loved Mrs. Doubtfire!
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