Comment from zanya

Excellent

Such an appropriate tribute to Brooke who is indeed our Muse and 'nourish us with words as dew /that gleam with pearescent hue ' - beautiful imagery to convey the impact of her poetic endeavours

 Comment Written 28-Jun-2015

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reply by the author on 28-Jun-2015

Thank you for the wonderful review, Zanya. I don't have anything active so it was a nice surprise. I do hope Brooke is doing well. I miss her poems, as so many do. Debi

Comment from Warren Rodgers

Exceptional

Hi Debi, I believe you have captured all that Brooke means to Fanstory writers and her students. I am a three time student of Brookes and have improved as a direct result of her classes.
You poem has very well chosen words, perfect meter, and rhymes as always. I love the Calliope and muse references, they fit her well. She always encourages members and students to improve but does it with kindness and friendship. A beautiful piece I'm sure she will love.
all the best,
Rodger

 Comment Written 07-Jun-2015

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reply by the author on 09-Jun-2015

Hi Roger,
I went away for the weekend with nothing active on the site and certainly did not expect to have a review, let alone a six star rating. Thank you! You have made my day! Thank you for the wonderful comments about the writing. They are so encouraging. You are so right about Brooke. She is a wonderful teacher and a gracious lady. I have taken several classes from her and hope to take more from her. I know we all hope the best for her.
Have a great week. Debi

Comment from Mark Schardine

Excellent

Thank you for this thoughtful and heartfelt tribute to a close friend, one whom you hade the good fortune to meet, and thank you for sharing with us.

 Comment Written 31-May-2015

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reply by the author on 31-May-2015

Thank you for the excellent review. I appreciate the kind comments.

Comment from Eric1

Excellent

Hi W J Debi, this again is a fantastic tribute to the sorely missed Brooke, as you say - words are so inadequate - but words and thoughts are all we have at this time, beautifully penned poem for a beautiful lady.

 Comment Written 31-May-2015

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reply by the author on 31-May-2015

Thank you for the kind words about the poem. I hope all our words and thoughts bring her some strength and help Brooke heal. I hope we have news soon.

reply by Eric1 on 01-Jun-2015

So do I my friend.

Comment from Zue65

Excellent

The blue fairy reinforced the message of how FanStorians miss Brooke. We are all one and united in praying for her to get well soon. The poetic lines clearly pointed to that as you painted in words Brooke's favorite dandelions. God bless.

 Comment Written 31-May-2015

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reply by the author on 31-May-2015

Hopefully, the blue fairy will turn a joyful color soon. Thank you for the kind words about the poem. I hope we hear some good news about Brooke soon.

Comment from Ridley Williams

Exceptional

Hi, Debi,
Loved your thought in this piece. You express so well, what we are all feeling about Brooke's absence.
I appreciated your solid rhyme, meter and excellent imagery which made for an easy read...Brooke will be proud of your effort.
Wonderful closing couplet, "...to our dear Muse, for Muse you be, sweat sister of Calliope.:
Hope all is well with you,
Bill

 Comment Written 30-May-2015

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reply by the author on 30-May-2015

Wow, thank you so much for the generous six stars, Bill! I appreciate the encouraging comments about the writing.

I do hope Brooke can enjoy her poetry again soon, and we can be lucky enough to have her share it.

Thank you for the we'll wishes. I return the same right back at you. Debi

Comment from jmdg1954

Excellent

This is a wonderful poem to share for Brooke. You as well as many others have captured the essence of what she means to so many of us.

So nicely done, John

 Comment Written 30-May-2015

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reply by the author on 31-May-2015

Thank you for the kind words, John. Hope we hear some good news soon. Debi

Comment from Lulube

Excellent

Lovely tribute for Brooke. Calliope I had never heard about so thxs for that. and it and muse, are very good descriptive labels for Brooke. thanks for sharing this wonderful poem, I know Brooke will love it.

lulube

 Comment Written 30-May-2015

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reply by the author on 31-May-2015

Thank you for the kind comments, Lulube. I appreciate you mentioning the references to Calliope and the muse. I hope we hear about Brooke soon.

reply by Lulube on 31-May-2015

welcome and I hope we hear soon too

lulube

Comment from amahra

Excellent

This was a very beautiful poem for Brooke. I really hope she gets well soon. I didn't know she was ill. Really loved this ode to her. Great job.

 Comment Written 30-May-2015

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reply by the author on 31-May-2015

Thank you for the kind comments about the poem. I do hope Brooke recovers enough to return to writing the poetry she loves, but ms is a terrible disease and we haven't heard anything more.

Comment from jlsavell

Excellent

w.j.debi,

This poem is simply stunning in its sentiment and in its presentation. I love the reference to Calliope. Brooke is so deserving of such beautiful poetry and words. We hope and pray for her healthy return soon. thank you so much for sharing..

Jimi

 Comment Written 29-May-2015

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reply by the author on 31-May-2015

Hi Jimi,
Thank you for the lovely comments. Thank you for mentioning the Calliope reference. It is nice to know it worked.
I too hope we hear good news about her health soon.
Debi