Comment from Lisasview

Exceptional

Another fabulous tribute to a well known person. I think these should all be in a book dear Debbie... Of course who dosent just love good old Frank...
I keep thinking of all the other great ones...Like Bob Hope, Lucille Ball,
Gary Grant...
All oldies but goodies...
You really have a knack for this!
Lisa

 Comment Written 22-Nov-2023

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reply by the author on 22-Nov-2023

Thank you so much, Lisa! I really appreciate your kindness and support and 6th star! I have to say this one was a struggle with so much material and, each time, I say never again but keep getting drawn back! Thanks again, Debbie x

Comment from Dawn Munro

Excellent

Good heavens, this poem, and your notes are epic! I enjoyed it tremendously, and it happens to be on a topic I love -- ol' Blue Eyes and his music. "Stormy Weather" is a favorite, although the original was performed by Ethel Waters in 1933.

 Comment Written 22-Nov-2023

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reply by the author on 22-Nov-2023

Thank you so much, Dawn! Greatly appreciated, as ever. Take care Debbie x

reply by Dawn Munro on 22-Nov-2023

My pleasure, Debbie! :)

Comment from lyenochka

Excellent

Thank you for teaching me about Frank Sinatra. Of all the famous musicians you covered so far, this one I knew the least about. But as before you artistically used his song titles in this biographical poem. Great job! I would give a suggestion but I wouldn't want to add to the stress of all your diligent research!

 Comment Written 21-Nov-2023

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reply by the author on 22-Nov-2023

Thank you so much, Helen! A suggestion is always welcome and will be greatly appreciated. Debbie x

Comment from dragonpoet

Excellent

Hi Debbie,
John did give you a hard subject, but you did it justice. You must have to do a lot of research to do these poetic bios.
Keep writing and stay healthy.
Have a great rest of the week.
Joan

 Comment Written 21-Nov-2023

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reply by the author on 21-Nov-2023

Thank you so much, Joan, as ever for your kindness and support. Yes, I was really cursing John on this one as there was so much material:) Take care Debbie

reply by dragonpoet on 21-Nov-2023

No problem, Debbie.
Joan

Comment from Daylily

Exceptional

I greatly admire your posting and can only imagine how much research and time went into making it so successful. I also like that you give a lot of information for each stanza in your author notes. A stellar accomplishment, Debbie!

 Comment Written 20-Nov-2023

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reply by the author on 20-Nov-2023

Thank you for this wonderful review, Lily! I'm absolutely delighted by your comments which mean so much to me. Take care Debbie

Comment from BenThrone

Excellent

Well, this was a tough one! I must confess to not knowing much about ol' blue eyes, so this was certainly educational. I certainly have a much better appreciation for his contributions now. If I might make a small suggestion, you two stanzas in a row that include "would then" in the first line--is there a way to possibly rewrite one of them so the phrase is not repeated? I

 Comment Written 20-Nov-2023

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reply by the author on 20-Nov-2023

Thank you so much, Ben! You're right, I really nearly gave up. So many of his titles are in the first person, spoiling the narrative, and also about love (arguably one of the worst rhyming words:)) I'll take a look at those stanzas as I always appreciate advice like this. Take care Debbie

Comment from LJbutterfly

Excellent

Sinatra was my husband's all time favorite singer. We followed his music from his early days through to older years when his voice had changed. Every year I looked forward to his televised Christmas special. Sorry it is no longer aired.

You did a phenomenal job capturing the highlights of his life and musical career in rhyme. I also enjoyed the details in your extensive narrative.

 Comment Written 20-Nov-2023

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reply by the author on 20-Nov-2023

Thank you so much for your very kind review and thoughts! I'm absolutely delighted you enjoyed and it brought back memories. This means a lot to me. Take care Debbie

Comment from RaynaHarleenQuinns

Exceptional

Now I'm giving you six because of how the love of this artist comes off.
I never got into his music but I'm inspire by this to write one about my favorite artist, Demi Lovatio.

 Comment Written 20-Nov-2023

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reply by the author on 20-Nov-2023

Thank you so much for this wonderful review! I'm delighted that it inspired you to write something of your own. This means a lot to me. Take care Debbie

Comment from Paul McFarland

Excellent

That's a good one, Debbie. Rhyme and meter are very good. Your notes are excellent - a concise biography of Old Blue Eyes. He was certainly one of the best.

 Comment Written 20-Nov-2023

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reply by the author on 20-Nov-2023

Thank you so much, Paul, for your continued support and encouragement. Much appreciated. Debbie

Comment from Jim Wile

Excellent

I really loved this, Debbie. Another wonderful addition to your collection of poems about famous people in which you teach us so much, both through your beautiful rhymes and your thoroughly researched notes.

Sinatra had one of those great voices and distinctive styles that made him a true icon. His music was so easy to listen to, and he gave us many memorable hits over the years which you've terrifically highlighted in your poem. Excellent job! - Jim

 Comment Written 20-Nov-2023

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reply by the author on 20-Nov-2023

Thank you so much, Jim! As ever, your kindness and support are greatly valued. Take care Debbie