Comment from TPAC

Excellent

I found this write exciting bursting with delights for the reader to absorb, writer firm control makes this work appeal, writer seemingly effortless aims become solid thoughts -I found to be a good read

 Comment Written 28-Jul-2015

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reply by the author on 28-Jul-2015

Hi Tpac,
thanks for dropping by with your very kind review, stars and comments... most appreciated!

with our thoughts we create,
healing love,
James.

Comment from I am Cat

Excellent

James,
I've not ever seen your poetry so smoothy written, so lyrical in quality and so wonderfully lilting... I absolutely love this piece and am so saddened that I gave my last six earlier today...
But you have to know how lovely this is.
and I know how special it must be to Brooke as well.

It's so masterfully done.
I absolutely love the way your words move together here...
You need to write just like this... all the time... it soothes the savage beast...
it heals wounds, it bathes the heart in a glow.
I absolutely loved it.

'A stream turns to river; a river to the sea,

Yet a single drop of water can sprout and grow a tree.

For the mission of our brooklet in her calm and measured course,

Is to feed--protect and nurture every droplet from its source. '

wow... just so beautifully said... it's a flowing message of healing love.

With our words,
we heal wounds...
and wipe away a river of anguish. ;)

lovely... absolutely breathtaking.
Cat **********'s perfection

 Comment Written 27-Jul-2015

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reply by the author on 28-Jul-2015

Hi Cat,
how kind of you to say and express such wonderful feelings... thing is, I never know what I'm about to write, I write what's in my heart at the time... maybe dark, maybe light, and sometimes even inspiring and to tell you the truth, I love it that way. I stay away from a 'pigeon-hole' trade mark... that's what I love about your art... just never know what you're going to get, but what I do know, it's always going to be exceptional.

So thank you my dear sweet friend for such a truly exceptional review... stars and accolades mean nothing without the truth of intent... and this is what has made this review so special... greatly appreciated!

With our thoughts we create,
healing love,
James vx's

Comment from RGstar

Exceptional

Lovely, my brother. I must have missed this one with being away. Lovely serene write. Exquisite poetic aura surrounds.
Wishing you well in the competition.
Best wishes,
RG

 Comment Written 24-Jul-2015

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reply by the author on 24-Jul-2015

Hi Roy,
thank you my Brother, I know you have a life outside Fanstory, so I don't expect you to catch everything of my in betweens.
Also a big thank you for your well wishes... you know that is returned in kind for your extraordinary brilliant entry... really, I am already a winner to be nominated... be well my friend, and may you be setting your dreams alight.

With our thoughts we create,
the energetic power of healing,
James.

Comment from lightink

Exceptional

So beautiful on so many levels! The imagery, the subtle symbolism, the air of mystic magnificence, the contrast of big and small! Thank you for enriching the community with this poem!

 Comment Written 23-Jul-2015

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reply by the author on 23-Jul-2015

Hi Lightink,
thank you so much for this most wonderfully kind response and review... I am very honored that would would rate it exceptional... most appreciated!

With our thoughts we create,
the words of our respect,
James vx's.

Comment from dragonpoet

Excellent

This shows that everything grows and has dreams. These dreams help others grow to better. This is what Brooke does. She lets us see a world of love in her work and helps and nurtures as many poets on this site as she can. We all wish for her quicke return.

Keep writing

dragonpoet

 Comment Written 19-Jun-2015

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reply by the author on 19-Jun-2015

Hi Dragonpoet,
truly glad you delved into the meaning of this poem and felt its sentiment... Brooke has indeed nurtured, inspired and guided her flock with the integrity of her nature... and yeah, we're all hoping for her good health and swift return to her fanstory family.

Thank you so much for your fine review and rating... most appreciated.

With our thoughts we create,
healing love,
James.

reply by dragonpoet on 20-Jun-2015

You are so very welcome, James.

Joan

Comment from amanda98653

Exceptional

This is an extraordinary write, James.

I particularly love these lines:

"A stream turns to river; a river to the sea,

Yet a single drop of water can sprout and grow a tree."-- wow!

What may seem insignificant to others is important to nature, to this beautiful universe. Likewise, some people might think our opinions and thoughts are meaningless, but we both know that every honest word is meaningful.

You're kind and inspiring, James. I hope Brooke is feeling better. I haven't been on fanstory for so long, so I am extremely out-of-date.

lots of hugs

Amanda

 Comment Written 16-Jun-2015

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reply by the author on 16-Jun-2015

Hi Amanda,
firstly, let me give gratitude for the beautiful way in which you articulate your thoughts towards my words... that in itself is reward enough... but to also give it the highest praise with all the gold... well, all I can really say is, thank you my Little Sister, this review and you, hold significance in my appreciation of you and your kindness. I am comforted to know you are safe and out of controls way... life sends us many subtle lessons through the movement of the wind... it is up to us whether we choose to create a windbreak, or allow the fresh air to caress and cleanse our faces through timeless movement and knowledge... for we can never change the act, only the way we choose to react to it.

Really haven't had any clear information on how Brooke is doing or progressing...but my hope is that the book and its content will send her the added healing power of our love, respect and concern for her well-being, and she will soon return home to her fanstory family.

Hope to read something from you soon too... surly inspiration has swirled in your thoughts?

Thanks Sis, you're the best... so great to have you back on site... you are back on site? And hey? your review takes the # of reviews of this poem to 26... and we know what that means, right? yep, all time best... well, it has no real significance in the scheme of things, but it sure does look like it should... smile))))))))))))).

Be well and excel.

With our thoughts we create,
healing love,
James vx's.

reply by amanda98653 on 18-Jun-2015

Hi, James!

You're a wondrous person.

Life is a mixed-blessing, and I am forever grateful to have you in my life.

I hope Brooke is recovering. She's very kind toward others. It's sad to know that she's sick. Sigh.

I've missed out a lot. I think I will visit this site more often from now on.

I did finish writing a poem today. I think it's time for me to be brave.

Hugs

Amanda

Comment from Alan K Pease

Excellent

Brooke has many tributes to the love of her poetry and of her person upon which with many of us draw strength. This poem is particularly fine with many metaphors, rhyme, rhythm and of other things she loves in a poet. Your choice of words is magical.

 Comment Written 06-Jun-2015

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reply by the author on 06-Jun-2015

Thank you Alan... I tried to capture the feeling from my heart and relay into words. Brooke is, and has been so many things to so many on site... I don't know of anyone who she hasn't touch in some form or another. I know we all join in wishing her well to a speedy recovery, and what better way to do that, than the art form she rules with her exceptional technical and imaginative talent?

Truly appreciate the kind review and rating Alan... be well.

With our thoughts we create,
healing love,
James.

Comment from Saucey

Exceptional

I miss u & FS so much these 6 Mos I love this wonderful expressive gem with your typical touch of genius. I pray you and your family are doing great. Extraordinary. Love u your friend indeed. Saucey.

 Comment Written 06-Jun-2015

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reply by the author on 06-Jun-2015

There you are... been missing that moon shaped smile brightening up my days. Nah, not doing so great... I was starting to, worked hard at doing so... and Bam!!!! out of nowhere, back to square one... Hell, feel as if I'm on a giant real live set of Snakes 'n' Ladders... but hey, that's another story... smile))))))))))))))))... and this is all about giving thanks to you for such a wonderfully timed present to my soul... thanks Sheri... you're the sparkling Gem... hoping you and those handsome-strapping men in your life are all reaching for the stars and collecting a bank for later... Jez, really missin' you!,

Be well my dear sweet friend... and thanks, not only for the accolades, but also for sharing that beautiful-big heart of yours!

With our thoughts we create,
healing love,
James vx's.

reply by Saucey on 06-Jun-2015

Be encouraged my friend I love you my genuine, you are real and that means much, I pray for you I still believe, I have been working many hours 6 days a week, 10 to 12 hours a day. I love your God birth from your heart gems, so diamond, sparkling and all I respect your work and above all you, love you friend indeed.

reply by the author on 06-Jun-2015

You are pure nurturing protein to the soul... my Creator looked down upon me with grace when he sent his hard-working angel to connect her beauty within the consciousness of my collective circle... yeah, my circle may be small, but it's all quality... and that's for real!
Love and much Respect to you... 'my Sheri'
And please... take a little time now and then to recharge... you're working way too long and way too hard. vx's.

reply by Saucey on 06-Jun-2015

LOL absolutely

reply by Saucey on 06-Jun-2015

I'm going to keep speaking life to your life mind, body and soul even when I'm not here on the site "I SPEAK LIFE"

Comment from amahra

Excellent

That's very stunning art work you've chosen for this wonderful tribute to Brooke. The poem is beautiful and one I know Brooke would love.

 Comment Written 05-Jun-2015

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reply by the author on 06-Jun-2015

Hi Amahra,
thank you very much for your fine review and kind comments... most appreciated!

With our thoughts we create,
healing love,
James

Comment from petalangela

Excellent

A lovely addition to the book for Brooke. And the word Brooklets dream Would make a fitting title to it to my mind but that is only my humble opinion

 Comment Written 05-Jun-2015

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reply by the author on 05-Jun-2015

Thanks Petalangela... truly appreciate your kind review and comments... a humble opinion is always welcome... be well.

With our thoughts we create,
love and healing,
James.