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Farewell, My Fisherman Friend

Lifelong fishing buddies share a bond like no other...

30 total reviews 
Comment from zanya
Exceptional
This work has reached the exceptional level

A poem extolling the joys of friendship shared through the joys of fishing -atmospheric and evocative 'laughter and some timely tears, We shared here in the red spruce shade.'

 Comment Written 01-Sep-2019


reply by the author on 01-Sep-2019
    Oh, Zanya, thank you so very much for this awesome review and those lovely stars -- you have certainly made the wrangling with this type write worth the hassle!! ;) :) Take care and have a wonderful week ahead! ;)
Comment from Janetsue
Excellent
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You have met the requirements of this contest with a beautiful writing commemorating a lifelong fishing buddy that has passed on to the Land of Eternal Delight...which, of course, must include fantastic joy for anglers of all kinds. I wish I was fishing right now like those two guys in the wonderful photograph. Best wishes!

 Comment Written 01-Sep-2019


reply by the author on 01-Sep-2019
    Thank you!
reply by Janetsue on 01-Sep-2019
    You're truly welcome!
Comment from pome lover
Exceptional
This work has reached the exceptional level

well, that rates a 6 for sure.
I loved it - every word.
Although it is sad that your friend is gone, your remembrances are warm and makes a gentle, pleasant read. Very good, sir.
And I'm sure he is saving you a spot.
pome lover

 Comment Written 31-Aug-2019


reply by the author on 01-Sep-2019
    Oh, Katharine, you made me smile and for that, I thank thee.... but, I gotta say, the 'sir' works for my Daddy but not for me (although my students might disagree sometimes - lol!) :) ;) :) Thanx for those wonderful stars, ma'am, and have a wonderful holiday celebration! ;) :)
reply by pome lover on 01-Sep-2019
    you're most welcome! and the sir was just because you're a "he." :) :)
Comment from Gypsymooncat
Excellent
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This is definitely a masterpiece, and one that brings a lump to the throat of the reader. Old age can be a curse, especially when it brings the loss of very good friends. Your poem captures this sorrow without being over-emotional. I'm sure your friend would be very moved by this tribute. I also very much appreciated the excellent flow of the poem, it was a pleasure to read indeed! Good luck in the contest xoxoxoox

 Comment Written 31-Aug-2019


reply by the author on 01-Sep-2019
    Thank you!
Comment from Cheryl I
Excellent
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I love to fish, so this poem and graphic caught my attention. The poem is nicely done, even though I found it sad that you lost your fishing buddy. You did a very nice job on this - good luck in the contest!

 Comment Written 31-Aug-2019


reply by the author on 01-Sep-2019
    Thank you!
Comment from DonandVicki
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A very sad poetic tribute to a lifelong fishing friend. We all lose friends over the years and one day we all face the fact that one day someone special will miss us.

 Comment Written 31-Aug-2019


reply by the author on 31-Aug-2019
    Thank you!
Comment from Ricky1024
Excellent
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This is "A Masterpiece
Remastered Contest Entree."
Rich in Theme and Imagery.
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It read well and Flowed well with no Grammar issues.
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Adjective and Objective Contents were both Excellent and Exceptional while Descriptive Measures aligned perfectly.
Doctor Ricky 1024

 Comment Written 31-Aug-2019


reply by the author on 31-Aug-2019
    Thank you!
Comment from Robert Zimmerman
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Hello mystery writer. The poem has a great rhyme and meter and I really like metaphor of, " I know you're on Saint Peter's scroll... I like that because Christ said He would make Peter "a fisher of men." Well Done. Good luck in your contest.



 Comment Written 31-Aug-2019


reply by the author on 31-Aug-2019
    Caught that did ya? ;-) Thank you for your review!!
reply by Robert Zimmerman on 31-Aug-2019
    Oh Yeah.... You're welcome.
Comment from LisaMay
Excellent
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This is a wonderful portrayal of enduring friendship and a shared interest, hoping to be reunited. I can see how you have utilised words and phrases to connect the two poems in a skilful way.

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 Comment Written 31-Aug-2019


reply by the author on 31-Aug-2019
    Thank you!
Comment from Vera Yan
Excellent
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I love how you changed the topic from the original to a new text with an absolutely new context. I love the allusion to Saint Peter. Great use of words as well.

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 Comment Written 31-Aug-2019


reply by the author on 31-Aug-2019
    Thank you!