The Beach Boys
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Comment from lyenochka
Thank you for all this great information about the Beach Boys. I guess I only knew a cursory amount and only a handful of their songs. You know more about American bands than I do! Great job with mingling their songs into your well crafted poem!
In your notes:
Brian mental health severely (Brian's) I found that if you type in the Notes directly, not pasting into it, the apostrophes don't get garbled.
reply by the author on 18-Sep-2023
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Thank you for all this great information about the Beach Boys. I guess I only knew a cursory amount and only a handful of their songs. You know more about American bands than I do! Great job with mingling their songs into your well crafted poem!
In your notes:
Brian mental health severely (Brian's) I found that if you type in the Notes directly, not pasting into it, the apostrophes don't get garbled.
Comment Written 18-Sep-2023
reply by the author on 18-Sep-2023
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Thank you so much, Helen, for this kind review and your very helpful thoughts. I wasn't aware that the apostrophes were 'garbled' and am not sure what to do about that because I did in fact type the notes directly (always do if possible). I'll go back over but my copy actually looks ok (such a weird site!) Thanks again Debbie x
Comment from Paul McFarland
It sounds like we both grew up with The Beach Boys. They were a great group. I've still got some old 45 records of their songs. Where has all the time gone, Debbie?
reply by the author on 18-Sep-2023
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It sounds like we both grew up with The Beach Boys. They were a great group. I've still got some old 45 records of their songs. Where has all the time gone, Debbie?
Comment Written 18-Sep-2023
reply by the author on 18-Sep-2023
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Thank you so much, Paul, for your kind review and thoughts! They did make us dream didn't they (even though I was a long way from Cali:( ) Interestingly, only one of them could surf! Take care Debbie x
Comment from Wendy G
They were a great group for sure, and I remember must of their hits mentioned in your very cleverly written poem. Brought back menories. You skilfully interwove so many titles, and yet mantained rhyme and metre very well. Very impressive.
Wendy
reply by the author on 18-Sep-2023
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They were a great group for sure, and I remember must of their hits mentioned in your very cleverly written poem. Brought back menories. You skilfully interwove so many titles, and yet mantained rhyme and metre very well. Very impressive.
Wendy
Comment Written 18-Sep-2023
reply by the author on 18-Sep-2023
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Thank you so much again! I'm delighted the verse brought back memories. Their harmonies were exquisite weren't they? Take care Debbie x
Comment from nomi338
A wonderful tribute to a wonderful band. I was into Motown, Staxx and mostly any and all R&B records during the Beach Boys heyday. Yet, I recognized their talent and their impact on their fans. They were for real, great musicians who never cheated their fans, and are worthy of all the accolades that have come their way.
reply by the author on 18-Sep-2023
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A wonderful tribute to a wonderful band. I was into Motown, Staxx and mostly any and all R&B records during the Beach Boys heyday. Yet, I recognized their talent and their impact on their fans. They were for real, great musicians who never cheated their fans, and are worthy of all the accolades that have come their way.
Comment Written 17-Sep-2023
reply by the author on 18-Sep-2023
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Nomi, thank you so much for this wonderful review and your, as ever, kind and thoughtful comments which I deeply value. Take care Debbie
Comment from K.L. Rockquemore
Wonderfully reflective, Debbie.
I'm sure there are a ton of Beach Boy fans on the site that will eat this one up.
The photo adds depth and personalization to your writing.
The musical references add nostalgia. With each song mentioned, I heard a snippet of the song play in my head, well done!
Rhymes are stemless and flow like water.
Thank you for this offering.
reply by the author on 17-Sep-2023
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Wonderfully reflective, Debbie.
I'm sure there are a ton of Beach Boy fans on the site that will eat this one up.
The photo adds depth and personalization to your writing.
The musical references add nostalgia. With each song mentioned, I heard a snippet of the song play in my head, well done!
Rhymes are stemless and flow like water.
Thank you for this offering.
Comment Written 17-Sep-2023
reply by the author on 17-Sep-2023
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Thank you so much for this lovely review and your kind thoughts! Take care Debbie
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My pleasure!
Comment from Alexandra Trovato
This is an excellent story. I enjoyed reading it. I enjoy their music and love to dance to it as a kid. Your presentation is very good, too. You also use descriptive words and colorful imagery that draw in a reader.
Best wishes!
Alexandra
reply by the author on 17-Sep-2023
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This is an excellent story. I enjoyed reading it. I enjoy their music and love to dance to it as a kid. Your presentation is very good, too. You also use descriptive words and colorful imagery that draw in a reader.
Best wishes!
Alexandra
Comment Written 17-Sep-2023
reply by the author on 17-Sep-2023
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Thank you so much again, Alex! Your kind words are very encouraging and deeply appreciated. Debbie
Comment from Rachelle Allen
I want to give you a six for each of these talented boys in the group. GREAT tribute to them! I always loved this group, and you did them SUCH justice with this fantastic poem, Elle!! Plus, as always your Author's Notes were the cherry on top, along with the Good Vibrations song!! Absolute PERFECTION!! This one is definitely going to appear in the POTM for September, and if I have my way, it'll be in the Winner's Circle! I do believe this one's my favorite yet. xoxoox
reply by the author on 17-Sep-2023
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I want to give you a six for each of these talented boys in the group. GREAT tribute to them! I always loved this group, and you did them SUCH justice with this fantastic poem, Elle!! Plus, as always your Author's Notes were the cherry on top, along with the Good Vibrations song!! Absolute PERFECTION!! This one is definitely going to appear in the POTM for September, and if I have my way, it'll be in the Winner's Circle! I do believe this one's my favorite yet. xoxoox
Comment Written 17-Sep-2023
reply by the author on 17-Sep-2023
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Thank you so much, Rachelle! My goodness, you can give a girl a boost! Bless you so much for your wonderful review and words. But just one thing - you're Elle and I'm Deb. How can we possibly assume a starring role together if we can't even remember each other's name? :)) xoxoxo
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I thought we were sharing "Elle" because you really ARE 'Deb' so there's nothing mysterious about it. Sorry. I'll do better next time... xoxox
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Elle suits your elegance and Deb could be short for debutante so we both win:)) How's your lovely puppy?
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Ooooh!! I LIKE that!
Li'l Swish is about doubled in size already!! But she's adorable, and we love her. She's so sweet and affectionate and very cute, too. Thank you for asking. xo
Comment from dragonpoet
Hi Debbie
I like these 'found' poems written around song titles telling the band's history. Such a mix oh happiness and sadness.
Keep writing and stay healthy.
Have a good week.
Joan
reply by the author on 17-Sep-2023
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Hi Debbie
I like these 'found' poems written around song titles telling the band's history. Such a mix oh happiness and sadness.
Keep writing and stay healthy.
Have a good week.
Joan
Comment Written 17-Sep-2023
reply by the author on 17-Sep-2023
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Thank you so much, Joan, for your kind review and thoughts! This is all greatly appreciated. Debbie x
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Don?t mention it
Joan
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Don?t mention it
Joan
Comment from jenintorre
Love it !!! This is an excellent biography in a poem. You certainly have good music knowledge. I really enjoyed reading this excellently rhymed poem and listening to the music. Take care. Jen.
reply by the author on 17-Sep-2023
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Love it !!! This is an excellent biography in a poem. You certainly have good music knowledge. I really enjoyed reading this excellently rhymed poem and listening to the music. Take care. Jen.
Comment Written 17-Sep-2023
reply by the author on 17-Sep-2023
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Thank you so much again! Your review and thoughts are so greatly valued and I hope the music lifted your day:) Debbie
Comment from Katherine M. (k-11)
This is an extremely well-balanced sweep through of the Beach Boys musical life, put together very articulately. The incorporation of the titles was smoothly done. kay
reply by the author on 17-Sep-2023
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This is an extremely well-balanced sweep through of the Beach Boys musical life, put together very articulately. The incorporation of the titles was smoothly done. kay
Comment Written 17-Sep-2023
reply by the author on 17-Sep-2023
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Thank you so much, Kay, for your kind review which I greatly appreciate! I remember last time you reviewed one of my poets you were quite relieved it wasn't another music one:) I bore that in mind and gave the genre a little breather but couldn't resist any longer:)) I always appreciate your thoughts. Debbie
