Comment from Chrissy710

Excellent

Hi Sandra, how cute and that is a great poem I actually saw the same thing when I looked at this image saying good bye to her dolly. but you have beat me to it so well done. I thought your rhyme and meter was lovely. how cute going off to school and leaving dolly home. Cheers Christine

 Comment Written 07-Jun-2016

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reply by the author on 07-Jun-2016

Oh, sorry, Christine! But you know what they say? Great minds think alike! Now let me see how you write your version. Thank you, my friend, for this lovely review. :) Sandra xx

Comment from royowen

Excellent

A nice interpretation of this artwork Sandra, little dolly, who is the dear child's pretend small, fits this in a most imaginative way. The skilful use of language is, as always, sweetly and cleverly done, well done, blessings, Roy

 Comment Written 07-Jun-2016

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reply by the author on 07-Jun-2016

Thank you so much, Roy. I'm glad you liked my take on the picture. It was a fun one to do. :) Sandra xxx

reply by royowen on 07-Jun-2016

Well done

Comment from Jannypan (Jan)

Excellent

Sandra,
I enjoyed your challenge poem for the group.

I can 'hear' the little girl saying these words in her little concerned voice.

Good job on the rhyme & flow.

Thanks for sharing. Jan

 Comment Written 06-Jun-2016

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reply by the author on 07-Jun-2016

Thank you so much, my friend, Jan, for your lovely review. :) ~Sandra xxx

Comment from Jay Squires

Exceptional

What a clever poem Sandra. A little girl's first day at school. Can be quite traumatic--at least it was for my daughters. I don't generally review a lot of poetry. This one though tugs at the emotions, but in a gently way.

 Comment Written 06-Jun-2016

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reply by the author on 07-Jun-2016

I still remember my first day at school, a few centuries ago, lol! Times were so different then. Thank you so much, Jay, for your lovely review, and a big hug for the 6 stars!!! :) Sandra xxx

Comment from Mastery

Excellent

Awww. This is so cute. emotionall-charged poetry is what it is, Sandra. I liked the entire poem from start to finish.

Especially these heartbreaking lines:

"They said I had to come and say good-bye,
Oh, Dolly, I must leave you--please don't cry.

Suggestion: Chane this a bit:

"I'll give you one last hug;
then lay you on my fluffy sheet,
so you'll be nice and snug.

Make it: I'll give you one last hug;
then tuck you un my fluffy sheet,
so you'll be nice and snug."

Grat job in any event, my friend.

 Comment Written 06-Jun-2016

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reply by the author on 07-Jun-2016

Thank you so much, Bob, for reading and reviewing my poem. I like your suggestion, it works well. Thank you for that, my friend. I value your input always. Hugs, :) Sandra xxx

Comment from C.J. 16

Excellent

I enjoyed reading this very cute, sweet poem.

I like the way the poem is organized:
two stanzas of 10-10-8-6-8-6-10-10 syllables;
then a concluding couplet.

Excellent work. Best wishes.

 Comment Written 06-Jun-2016

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reply by the author on 07-Jun-2016

Thank you so much for this lovely review, my friend! So pleased you enjoyed it. :) Sandra xx

reply by C.J. 16 on 07-Jun-2016

You're very welcome.

reply by Anonymous Member on 09-Jun-2016

You're very welcome.

Comment from Jim Lorson Sr

Excellent

Sandra, this is really a great child's story in a poem. I enjoyed this you began with the little girl not understanding why Dolly couldn't go with her. I thought the child was going to the hospital right up to your last two sentences. Excellent way to finish this great and very poignant poem. Take care my friend and try to stay well. Love you Sandra. xxx

 Comment Written 06-Jun-2016

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reply by the author on 07-Jun-2016

Thank you so much, my dear friend, I'm glad you liked my poem. You are a special man, my friend. Love you too. :) Sandra xxx

Comment from Phyllis Stewart

Excellent

So cute! I love it. Can'nt typemuch withthis brokenkeyboard. .................................. ................................
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 Comment Written 06-Jun-2016

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reply by the author on 07-Jun-2016

Bless your heart for hurting that thumb of yours to review my poem, Phyllis. Thank you so much, dear friend. Are you having withdrawal symptoms yet? :) xxxx Sandra

Comment from Jacqueline M Franklin

Excellent

Hi, Sandra

= This was a terrific interpretation.
= It's amazing how a simple doll or teddy bear can see a kid through childhood.
= First grade would have much more tolerable had I been able to bring my bride doll I won in a raffle. (*<*)

(*<*) A Smile Is A Frown Turned Upside-Down (*>*)
Cheers & Blessings ... Jacqueline ~ Jackie ~ Jax

 Comment Written 06-Jun-2016

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reply by the author on 07-Jun-2016

Thank you, Jackie, I loved your choice of picture, I related to it straight away. I will wait for the next one now, I suddenly have shot up in the line to choose my picture, how do we get it to you? :) ~Sandra xxx

reply by Jacqueline M Franklin on 07-Jun-2016

=Download the image to YOUR computer.
=Then attach it to an email and send it to me.
=Eezy peezy (*<*)
=Every time someone drops out who has not made a selection, automatically moves up everyone.
=Trimple dropped out too, and she was to select for next challenge, so now Flyingeagle is up.
=Just brought on a new person, plus another one may be joining, so I need to get on it so all will know what's going on.
=Have to wake up first, just rolled out about ten minutes ago. We have 7:10 a.m.
=You are probably getting ready for supper. (*<*)

Comment from Ulla

Excellent

Ahhh, Sandra, how sweet is that. It almost brakes my heart. My interpretation is that it is her first school day and she of course can't bring Dolly. A little bit of growing up is taking place here. How sweet. All the best. Ulla:)xxx

 Comment Written 06-Jun-2016

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reply by the author on 06-Jun-2016

Yes, that's it, I remember wanting to take my dolly with me on my first day, but wasn't allowed to. Funny what we remember as we get older. Thank you, Ulla, for your lovely review, I'm really pleased you liked it. :) Sandra xxx