Comment from Douglas Paul

Excellent

MMM - I have not been getting a message that you have posted it seems - I missed your last three poems. I had a nephew who as an Olympic hopeful skier at one time before blowing out his knee. You must be very proud of your granddaughter

 Comment Written 09-Apr-2016

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reply by the author on 09-Apr-2016

Hi DP, thanks for your lovely review and generous rating. Proud of her warm and wonderful personality, and her dedication to whatever she does. Warmest regards, Marijke :o)

Comment from Sandra du Plessis

Excellent

The ever competing world outs unnecessary pressure on children to compete and achieve the best they can be. Not everyone can be the champion so some do loose from time to time.

 Comment Written 09-Apr-2016

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reply by the author on 09-Apr-2016

There can only be one winner.... but they are all winners to me. Warmest regards, Marijke :o)

Comment from winnona

Excellent

It is sad that our society puts so much pressure on the young to compete in sports. They get so consumed and try so hard for most of them only to find their dreams shattered. I think if they cut the pressure and let the kids enjoy the sport for fun there would be a lot more make it.

 Comment Written 08-Apr-2016

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reply by the author on 09-Apr-2016

Thanks for lovely review, winnona, and your generous rating. Warmest regards Marijke :o)

Comment from Leineco

Excellent

Great entry in the contest -

As fulfilling as the life of a competitive athlete is -
it is also on some levels grueling!
The important thing, I think, is that we applaud
their dedication to their calling and the discipline
it took to reach whatever rank that are at :-)

Good luck in the voting booth!

 Comment Written 08-Apr-2016

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reply by the author on 08-Apr-2016

Hi Leineco, it sounds like you are also aware of how much it takes to be an elite athlete. Thanks for your generous review. Warmest regards.

Comment from RYME4U

Excellent

Yay! for the Australian Swimming Team! This poem is well done and a great tribute to all the ones who compete in any kind of Olympic event. The rhythm of the quatrains is done well. Good job!

 Comment Written 07-Apr-2016

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reply by the author on 07-Apr-2016

Thank you so much for your kind and generous review. Warmest regards :o)

Comment from Judy Couch

Excellent

I can't imagine how hard it is for teenagers to compete. My daughter is an athletic trainer. She was invited to run in the Boston Marathon this spring but wasn't able to do it because of an injury.

 Comment Written 07-Apr-2016

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reply by the author on 07-Apr-2016

Thank you so much for your kind and generous review. Warmest regards :o)

Comment from foxangie123

Excellent

This is so very creatively done indeed. Such a pleasure to review as I'm looking at entries now. Amazing penning of great ideas dear.....

 Comment Written 07-Apr-2016

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reply by the author on 07-Apr-2016

Thank you so much for your kind and generous review. Warmest regards :o)

reply by foxangie123 on 07-Apr-2016

So good. Welcome..

Comment from VaV-VOOM

Excellent

Nice, thank you so much for a real good read. There just isn't anything like words. Thank you and good luck in the contest. Write On! VaV-VOOM!

 Comment Written 07-Apr-2016

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reply by the author on 07-Apr-2016

Thank you VaV-VOOM,, for your kind comments and generous review. warmest regards :o)

reply by VaV-VOOM on 07-Apr-2016

Your welcome, great poem. VaV-VOOM!

Comment from robyn corum

Excellent

Wow! What a great subject for the 'day in the life' poem! I imagine that none of use can't truly grasp the determination it takes to strive for these things! Thanks and good luck!

 Comment Written 07-Apr-2016

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reply by the author on 07-Apr-2016

Thank you robyn, for your kind comments and generous review. warmest regards :o)

Comment from pmait

Excellent

Young people who have the kind of dedication and discipline to even try for the Olympics deserve so much respect, but get little notice unless they win. However, the real advantage is what they learn from the experience and carry over into the rest of their lives. You have a right to be proud of your granddaughter, and you can be proud of your tribute in poetry. You did well.

 Comment Written 06-Apr-2016

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reply by the author on 06-Apr-2016

Hi Pmait, thank you for your kind review and your observation. I appreciate your generous rating. Warmest regards :o)