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Viewing comments for Chapter 17 "Remembering "In Remembrance of Alvin T. Ethington
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Comment from Sylvia Page
Amada, this is a great tribute to someone who loved to teach and pass on his knowledge. May his soul find peace in the Lord.
In sadness
Sylvia
reply by the author on 06-Mar-2014
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Amada, this is a great tribute to someone who loved to teach and pass on his knowledge. May his soul find peace in the Lord.
In sadness
Sylvia
Comment Written 06-Mar-2014
reply by the author on 06-Mar-2014
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Sylvia, such an honor to meet you. Thank you for reading my work.
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And to meet you too.
Blessings,
Sylvia
Comment from 3boysrule
I'm so sorry for Alvin's loss. I have not written his work, or taken a class. However, reading through your poem, I wish I have. I'm sure he's smiling down on you.
Dee
reply by the author on 06-Mar-2014
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I'm so sorry for Alvin's loss. I have not written his work, or taken a class. However, reading through your poem, I wish I have. I'm sure he's smiling down on you.
Dee
Comment Written 06-Mar-2014
reply by the author on 06-Mar-2014
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What a beautiful thing to say dear Dee. Yes, I am sure he is smiling upstairs...
Comment from Taffspride
I think Alvin would have been pleased with this haibun, you have written it from the heart. Now he is smiling down at you.
I love your satori line.
Thanks for sharing.
Iechyd da
Ann
reply by the author on 06-Mar-2014
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I think Alvin would have been pleased with this haibun, you have written it from the heart. Now he is smiling down at you.
I love your satori line.
Thanks for sharing.
Iechyd da
Ann
Comment Written 06-Mar-2014
reply by the author on 06-Mar-2014
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Thank you Ann for the wonderful comments.
Comment from Gungalo
sage and wise mentor
who taught me to see and hear
each leaf has a story
Such a beautiful write for a man who not be forgotten. May he rest is peace. Sigh.
reply by the author on 06-Mar-2014
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sage and wise mentor
who taught me to see and hear
each leaf has a story
Such a beautiful write for a man who not be forgotten. May he rest is peace. Sigh.
Comment Written 06-Mar-2014
reply by the author on 06-Mar-2014
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Thank you for reading this work dear friend.
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Smile.
Comment from Gert sherwood
Hello amada
What a nice way to give tribute to Alvin in haibun format.
I agree of all you wrote..
If you get a chance read my tribute to Alvin.
Gert
reply by the author on 06-Mar-2014
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Hello amada
What a nice way to give tribute to Alvin in haibun format.
I agree of all you wrote..
If you get a chance read my tribute to Alvin.
Gert
Comment Written 06-Mar-2014
reply by the author on 06-Mar-2014
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Thank you so much Gert. Thank you.
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smiles amada
Gert
Comment from rama devi
A wonderful tribute, sharing your response to the news of his death. The opening stanza is poignant. The whole prose section flows well.
Good simile here:
Like dipping a toe into freezing water, I read the news.
Great metaphorical voicing here:
I waded from the edges of my consciousness to the center of the tragedy, taking short laps, swallowing it all in tiny, manageable sad bits.
THIS LINE GAVE ME GOOSE BUMPS:
Since then, I swear I can hear the bliss of a rose when it blooms...
Very apt tribute three-liner here:
sage and wise mentor
who taught me to see and hear
each leaf has a story
Nicely done!
RIP Alvin, beloved by many.
Love,
rd
reply by the author on 06-Mar-2014
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A wonderful tribute, sharing your response to the news of his death. The opening stanza is poignant. The whole prose section flows well.
Good simile here:
Like dipping a toe into freezing water, I read the news.
Great metaphorical voicing here:
I waded from the edges of my consciousness to the center of the tragedy, taking short laps, swallowing it all in tiny, manageable sad bits.
THIS LINE GAVE ME GOOSE BUMPS:
Since then, I swear I can hear the bliss of a rose when it blooms...
Very apt tribute three-liner here:
sage and wise mentor
who taught me to see and hear
each leaf has a story
Nicely done!
RIP Alvin, beloved by many.
Love,
rd
Comment Written 06-Mar-2014
reply by the author on 06-Mar-2014
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Thank you dear friend for this eloquent and caring review.
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Hugs!
Comment from judester
What a beautiful and heartfelt eulogy to a friend that you loved and respected. The sadness comes through but also joy with the wonderful gift he left with you, bless, Judester
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reply by the author on 06-Mar-2014
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What a beautiful and heartfelt eulogy to a friend that you loved and respected. The sadness comes through but also joy with the wonderful gift he left with you, bless, Judester
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Comment Written 06-Mar-2014
reply by the author on 06-Mar-2014
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Thank you Judester for reading about my friend Alvin.
Comment from jadapenn
What a beautiful tribute, Amada. This is how everyone views this great teacher. He brought things to your attention so you could value them more, bring out their colour and scent. I loved your tribute. It is so sincere and loving. Luv jada
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reply by the author on 06-Mar-2014
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What a beautiful tribute, Amada. This is how everyone views this great teacher. He brought things to your attention so you could value them more, bring out their colour and scent. I loved your tribute. It is so sincere and loving. Luv jada
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Comment Written 06-Mar-2014
reply by the author on 06-Mar-2014
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Dear Jada. Great to hear from you. Thank you for reading my work.
