Comment from Writingfundimension

Excellent

I'd say you rose to Brooke's challenge beautifully, Dean. Your rhymes are spot-on. There's no question you are able to masterfully write in a wide range of styles, and I admire that very much. This is a gorgeous poem!

Warmest regards, Bev

 Comment Written 31-Aug-2013

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reply by the author on 02-Sep-2013

Thank you vey much, Bev. I certainly do appreciate that, sincerely!

reply by Writingfundimension on 02-Sep-2013

You're most welcome, Dean. :0) Bev

Comment from Cookie333

Excellent

I am sure Brooke will float upon these words. When I saw the title and picture I wasn't sure what to expect, you have created a lovely poem my friend
Thank you for sharing this special piece with us, the color purple holds a special place in my heart
K

 Comment Written 31-Aug-2013

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reply by the author on 02-Sep-2013

Thanks very much, Cookie333. That means a lot to me, coming form a talented poet such as yourself!

Comment from GWHARGIS

Excellent

I thought this was beautiful. I liked the almost romantic feeling to this even though it wasn't about a couple. It seemed like the narrator was yearning for something and yet it was there at his fingertips. Nice music and background. Nicely done.

 Comment Written 31-Aug-2013

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reply by the author on 02-Sep-2013

You've nailed it again, Gretchen. You're a very perceptive person, but I have known that all along...

Thanks for the wonderful review, my friend.

Comment from sibhus

Excellent

Way to except a challenge and rise above and beyond it. This is an excellent poem that fits so well with the landscape of purple. I loved the thoughts on returning home amidst a shimmer of purple haze. Oh, Dude, nevr forget dog stories always rock. Great stuff and the music was perfect.

 Comment Written 31-Aug-2013

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reply by the author on 02-Sep-2013

Hah, you're right, sibhus, dog stories DO rock! I have four small dogs, and I like them better than most people I come in contact with, LOL!

Thanks for this great review.

Comment from tbacha58

Excellent

I read and read and read, my God Dean, that is why you are who you are, amazing, the picture, your words reached so deep in my heart, as if I can remember them by heart. Your explanations are so intellectual. Bless u Terry

 Comment Written 31-Aug-2013

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reply by the author on 02-Sep-2013

Thanks very much, Terry. I am happy to know that you connected so deeply with this one...

Comment from kiwijenny

Excellent

Dean this is fantastic...................No drops of blood .......no skeletons ,skulls , no babies carried to graves(sorry about being sensitive but I've been praying for a little girl with liver problems) I love your diversity......
Well done . I'm proud Brooke stretched you.
God bless.

 Comment Written 31-Aug-2013

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reply by the author on 02-Sep-2013

Thanks very much, kiwijenny, and stretch me she did! I hope I did her justice...

Comment from Gungalo

Excellent

A beautiful tribute to Brooke and Sawyer Dean. It's almost as if you were there. Wonderful words and gorgeous thoughts. SIgh.

 Comment Written 31-Aug-2013

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reply by the author on 02-Sep-2013

Thanks very much, Gungalo. I appreciate the sentiment of your wonderful review.

reply by Gungalo on 02-Sep-2013

Smile.

Comment from Gert sherwood

Excellent

Dean my friend your poem is what I call a poem that should be read over and over.
I'm sure Brooke smiled when she read your dedicated poem to her.

I would love to know your secret of how you write on a background?

Gert

 Comment Written 31-Aug-2013

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reply by the author on 02-Sep-2013

Thanks, Gert, I think Brooke enjoyed it, based on her reply. I certainly hope she wasn't simply being "nice".

reply by Gert sherwood on 02-Sep-2013

You worry too much Ritchie,
I don't believe that Brooke would say what she did if she didn't mean it.

Gert

reply by Gert sherwood on 02-Sep-2013

I meant Dean ( forget my error when I said Ritchie

gert

reply by the author on 02-Sep-2013

I don't know, she is a very nice person. But, I am sure you are right.

reply by the author on 02-Sep-2013

:)

I knew what you meant, no worries, LOL...

reply by Gert sherwood on 02-Sep-2013

I know I'm right I've know Brooke for years.

Gert

reply by the author on 02-Sep-2013

I am relieved.

reply by Gert sherwood on 02-Sep-2013

Good
Gert

Comment from lindalcreel

Excellent

Soothing -that's the one word I would use to describe this pictapoem. The music was perfection. Purple is my favorite color, so I loved the rows of flowers. I'm sure Brooke is very happy with these results. The music had a bit of an Irish flair to me. Maybe that's why I enjoyed it so much. Thanks for sharing. I will enjoy this again.

 Comment Written 31-Aug-2013

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reply by the author on 02-Sep-2013

Thanks so much for this fantastic review, Linda...

reply by lindalcreel on 02-Sep-2013

Welcome:)

Comment from Bill Schott

Excellent

It's just a grand pleasure to experience your work, Dean. It is profound and captivating in its visual, audio, and verbal presentation.

 Comment Written 31-Aug-2013

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reply by the author on 02-Sep-2013

Thank very much, Bill. I certainly appreciate it.