Comment from Pam (respa)

Excellent

Great artwork, Debbie. Did you create that? A very nice presentation and tribute to Tom. I think we've all had our foot in our mouth at one point or another. Interesting that being a fill in for a prom date led to marriage and adopting children. How wonderful for them. Congrats, Tom, on the forty five years together. I can understand your feelings for our flag. My dad served 20 years in the AirForce and twenty more at the same job at Dover Air Base in Civil Service. Thank you for your service, as well.

Happy Birthday, and I'm all in for the party and lots of humor!!!

Well done, Debbie.

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reply by the author on 12-Nov-2023

Yes, Pam l did create the art for this one.
I use a photoshop app and its so much fun.
Thanks for the kind words for Tom and his poem, my very dear friend!

reply by Pam (respa) on 12-Nov-2023

You are very welcome, and thanks for sharing about the artwork. Very impressive!

Comment from Wendyanne

Excellent

This is a lovely birthday tribute to Tom H. You have described his life very well in poetry form and we are all now more enlightened about his biography. I look forward to my birthday tribute next March lol

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reply by the author on 14-Nov-2023

Hey Wenyanne, once again you write the loveliest things and I hope you know how much I appreciate your kind reviews and this one for Tom is so much appreciated. He is quite the guy and I hope he is still reading his reviews. Thanks again, dear friend.

Comment from Joanne Gill-Maddick

Exceptional

This poem is absolutely beautiful. What a lovely tribute to your friend. It has a great flow and rhyme. Photo is awesome. Very well done as always.

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reply by the author on 11-Nov-2023

Joanne, you are too sweet. I can not wait to do yours. I will check to see if I have your birthdate. Thanks to much Sweetie for the six stars!! You are so special!

reply by Joanne Gill-Maddick on 11-Nov-2023

Your so welcome there?s some people here I?ve met are all so nice how cool would it be if we met in person 🙂

Comment from John Ciarmello

Excellent

Happy Birthday, Tom!

Hi, Debi. Tom is one of my favorites, personality-wise. He is a bit unorthodox and quite salty, but that makes him unique and a great asset to FS!

No one can say he isn't real and authentic with his reviews and genuine as a person! Best, JohnC

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reply by the author on 11-Nov-2023

Hi John, I can't thank you enough for the very kind words for Tom and his poem. I hope he is also reading all of the lovely birthday messages.
I appreciate it so very much, my dear friend.
Debi

Comment from Paul McFarland

Excellent

Nice birthday poem for Tom, Debi. I've been following Tom for awhile. I really enjoyed your old humorous additions in your notes - especially Ray Stevens.

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reply by the author on 11-Nov-2023

Hi Paul, I can't thank you enough for the very kind words for Tom and his poem. I hope he is also reading all of the lovely birthday messages. I knew you would like the videos. Lol.
I appreciate it so very much, my dear friend.
Debi

Comment from BethShelby

Excellent

I appreciate Tom and his zany sense of humor. I think I can understand and he is an excellent photographer although he claims he doesn't take a lot of pictures now. I like is far and I admire him for being so in love with his wife and having a strong faith in God. I also continue to enjoy all the trouble you go to to make everyone have a special birthday.

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reply by the author on 11-Nov-2023

Dearest Beth, you always have the sweetest comments. I can't thank you enough for the very kind words for Tom and his poem. I hope he is also reading all of the lovely birthday messages.
I appreciate it so very much, my dear friend.
Debi

Comment from dragonpoet

Excellent

Hi Debi,
I like your mono rhyme birthday card d for Tom. What an interesting way to find a soul mate. By the songs you chose I can tell he has a quirky sense of humor.
Keep writing and stay healthy.
Enjoy your weekend.
Joan

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reply by the author on 11-Nov-2023

Hi Joan, I can't thank you enough for the very kind words for Tom and his poem. I hope he is also reading all of the lovely birthday messages.
I appreciate it so very much, my dear friend.
Debi

reply by dragonpoet on 11-Nov-2023

No problem, Debi.
Joan

Comment from nomi338

Excellent

During my years on FS, I have had the distinct pleasure of getting to know quite a few wonderful, friendly people. If asked, I would, without hesitation, place you very highly on the list of my favorites. I thank God for allowing us to meet, and I also supplicate him to richly bless you with if not improved health, at least the ability to continue bearing your pain with grace.

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reply by the author on 11-Nov-2023

Nomi- what a blessing to find you right before bedtime. Thank you from the bottom of my heart for the always kindest of words. A treasure you, my sweet sweet BBB.

Comment from Ulla

Excellent

Hi Debi, this is a wonderful post and poem celebrating Tom's birthday. I like to read his work and I find it both interesting and funny. Thanks a lot for sharing this with us. Ulla:)))

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reply by the author on 11-Nov-2023

Hi Ulla, I can't thank you enough for the very kind words for Tom and his poem. I hope he is also reading all of the lovely birthday messages.
I appreciate it so very much, my dear friend.
Debi

Comment from jake cosmos aller

Excellent

another masterful tribute poem. You should collect them and publish it as a chapbook. I have an extensive spreadsheet of places to submit I can share if you wish.

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reply by the author on 11-Nov-2023

Jake, I can't thank you enough for the very kind words for Tom and his poem. I hope he is also reading all of the lovely birthday messages.
I appreciate it so very much, my dear friend.
Lol, I do have do that if I ever get caught up.
Debi