2024 Gypsy's Tanka
Viewing comments for Chapter 69 "* In the Middle of the Night *"*
9 total reviews
Comment from Cindy Decker 3
Gypsy,
A lovely Tanka poem. When a dear friend of mine died, I buried myself in his closet to smell the beautiful scent that was him. It made me feel as though he was still there, so I can totally relate to your beautiful poem. I can't remember the cologne he wore, I just know I haven't smelled it in stores, or anywhere since.
I'm sorry I took up your reviewing time with my story, but your story rings true for me and other who've lost someone dear.
Beautiful graphics and words!
Best wishes,
Cindy
reply by the author on 18-Sep-2024
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Gypsy,
A lovely Tanka poem. When a dear friend of mine died, I buried myself in his closet to smell the beautiful scent that was him. It made me feel as though he was still there, so I can totally relate to your beautiful poem. I can't remember the cologne he wore, I just know I haven't smelled it in stores, or anywhere since.
I'm sorry I took up your reviewing time with my story, but your story rings true for me and other who've lost someone dear.
Beautiful graphics and words!
Best wishes,
Cindy
Comment Written 18-Sep-2024
reply by the author on 18-Sep-2024
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Cindy, you didn't take my review time, I'm honored you feel comfortable to share it with me. This is about an old memory I have about my mother. After she died I would lay on her bed because it smelled like her. I was ten years old. I changed it for poetic purpose but I'm sure many people can relate. Sound and smell are conduits for memories.
Thank you very much, Cindy 😊
Gypsy
Comment from barbara.wilkey
Those middle of the night calls are never good. If somebody calls in the middle of the night, it's always bad. Thank you for sharing this ominous poem with us. I enjoyed reading.
reply by the author on 18-Sep-2024
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Those middle of the night calls are never good. If somebody calls in the middle of the night, it's always bad. Thank you for sharing this ominous poem with us. I enjoyed reading.
Comment Written 18-Sep-2024
reply by the author on 18-Sep-2024
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My oldest daughter was in a serious car accident but thank God she was unharmed. Her best friend died.
Thank you very much, Barbara 😊
Gypsy
Comment from Mike Stevens
Another fine poem, Gypsy....and a sad reality for too many, unfortunately. There's nothing like that dread when the phone rings in the middle of the night
reply by the author on 18-Sep-2024
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Another fine poem, Gypsy....and a sad reality for too many, unfortunately. There's nothing like that dread when the phone rings in the middle of the night
Comment Written 18-Sep-2024
reply by the author on 18-Sep-2024
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Thank you very much, Mike 😊
Gypsy
Comment from lyenochka
That's so sad - terrifying, too, to get such a middle of the night call. It's hard to overcome such a sudden loss. One of my friends is taking a Griefshare class where people who lost loved ones care share with one another.
reply by the author on 18-Sep-2024
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That's so sad - terrifying, too, to get such a middle of the night call. It's hard to overcome such a sudden loss. One of my friends is taking a Griefshare class where people who lost loved ones care share with one another.
Comment Written 17-Sep-2024
reply by the author on 18-Sep-2024
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My oldest daughter was in a serious car accident but thank God she was unharmed. Her best friend died.
Thank you very much, big sister.
Love ❤️
Marival
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Oh how scary! Was that when Hilary was in high school? That was a long time ago, right?
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Angel, my oldest daughter, was in high-school, close to her graduation. She was spelled from the car and landed on grass. God was watching her. It was so scary. I didn't know how she was until we got to the hospital.
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That's right - Angelica! I mixed up her name with her partner's name. I hope they are doing well in their relationship now. 💖
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Yes, they are doing well. Angel came for a visit a week ago. She stayed with us and Muffin kept barking at her. I felt bad. Muffin barks at other dogs, people walking by, and trucks! LoL my daughter is going to take her to dog school.
Hilary has been sober for months and they seem to be doing well. Though my daughter said Hilary spends 500 a week on groceries ! For two people that's crazy. She goes to the local nature's food market, they are super expensive. But it's out of my control.
❤️ I hope you are well. What do you have planned for the weekend? Taking a nap? LoL
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Whew! That is a lot on groceries. I hope it's good quality food and not just brand names. But things cost more in CA, too. Hope Muffin behaves better when Angel visits again! 💖
Comment from RJ Heritage
How many lovers have gone through this dreaded feeling, anticipating the time, the moment when the bad news comes. This expresses a real human feeling and deep emotional stress that come with eventual loss of someone dear.
RJ
reply by the author on 18-Sep-2024
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How many lovers have gone through this dreaded feeling, anticipating the time, the moment when the bad news comes. This expresses a real human feeling and deep emotional stress that come with eventual loss of someone dear.
RJ
Comment Written 17-Sep-2024
reply by the author on 18-Sep-2024
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Thank you very much, RJ
Gypsy 😊
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You're welcome
RJ
Comment from kahpot
Beautifully sad, that phone call is the one no one wants yet unfortunately so many have had and remains a lifetime, very well written and presented****kahpot
reply by the author on 20-Sep-2024
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Beautifully sad, that phone call is the one no one wants yet unfortunately so many have had and remains a lifetime, very well written and presented****kahpot
Comment Written 17-Sep-2024
reply by the author on 20-Sep-2024
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Thank you very much for your excellent review and kind words.
Gypsy 😊
Comment from GWHARGIS
I used to hate hearing the phone ring late at night. My mom used to say friends call before 9 p.m. but bad news calls after. Your poem made me remember that. Sad poem. Let's you realize that life can change in an instant. Gretchen
reply by the author on 20-Sep-2024
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I used to hate hearing the phone ring late at night. My mom used to say friends call before 9 p.m. but bad news calls after. Your poem made me remember that. Sad poem. Let's you realize that life can change in an instant. Gretchen
Comment Written 17-Sep-2024
reply by the author on 20-Sep-2024
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Thank you very much for your excellent review and kind words.
Gypsy 😊
Comment from Bill Schott
This tanka, In the Middle of the Night, has the proper formatting and imagines that horrible moment when the news of someone's passing is made known.
reply by the author on 20-Sep-2024
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This tanka, In the Middle of the Night, has the proper formatting and imagines that horrible moment when the news of someone's passing is made known.
Comment Written 17-Sep-2024
reply by the author on 20-Sep-2024
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Thank you very much for your excellent review and kind words.
Gypsy 😊
Comment from shelley kaye
i saw the title and thought of billy joel's song LOL
great tanka with sad, yet nice, imagery and smooth flow...
nice dread/bed rhyme lol :-)
thank you for sharing!
shelley :)
reply by the author on 20-Sep-2024
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i saw the title and thought of billy joel's song LOL
great tanka with sad, yet nice, imagery and smooth flow...
nice dread/bed rhyme lol :-)
thank you for sharing!
shelley :)
Comment Written 17-Sep-2024
reply by the author on 20-Sep-2024
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Thank you very much for your excellent review and kind words.
Gypsy 😊