My Book of Poems 2010-2017
Viewing comments for Chapter 14 "Harry Chapin"a collection of my poetry
97 total reviews
Comment from Bill Schott
This biographical poem, a Whitney, Harry Chapin, is a good use of the form. The background was good reading as well. I remember Cats in the Cradle and Taxi.
reply by the author on 31-Mar-2017
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This biographical poem, a Whitney, Harry Chapin, is a good use of the form. The background was good reading as well. I remember Cats in the Cradle and Taxi.
Comment Written 31-Mar-2017
reply by the author on 31-Mar-2017
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thank you for your thoughtful review
Comment from davisr (Rhonda)
Beautifully penned. What a wonderful and heartfelt tribute to a poet and songwriter. It seems he really effected you as a person, and you as a writer. I'm sure he touched many more lives, as well.
Thank you for sharing this hero with us!
Rhonda
reply by the author on 31-Mar-2017
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Beautifully penned. What a wonderful and heartfelt tribute to a poet and songwriter. It seems he really effected you as a person, and you as a writer. I'm sure he touched many more lives, as well.
Thank you for sharing this hero with us!
Rhonda
Comment Written 31-Mar-2017
reply by the author on 31-Mar-2017
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thank you for your thoughtful review
Comment from megsiew
Your poems are lovely, but your memories of him in the author's notes brought tears to my eyes. Best of luck in the contest!
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Your poems are lovely, but your memories of him in the author's notes brought tears to my eyes. Best of luck in the contest!
Comment Written 31-Mar-2017
reply by the author on 31-Mar-2017
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thank you for your thoughtful review
Comment from melyuki
Hi Patty I really enjoyed reading your awesome verse in praise and admiration of Harry Chapin. After having shared your author's notes, the words in your poem had even deeper meaning and were emotionally moving. What a personal joy to have sat in the front row and connected with his amazing soul. Truly lifting moments and obviously ones that have changed your life's directions.. Beautiful journey within your words Patty. thank you for the ride. happiest of smiles, from mel xxx My love of music allows me to truly connect with your feelings .. xx
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Hi Patty I really enjoyed reading your awesome verse in praise and admiration of Harry Chapin. After having shared your author's notes, the words in your poem had even deeper meaning and were emotionally moving. What a personal joy to have sat in the front row and connected with his amazing soul. Truly lifting moments and obviously ones that have changed your life's directions.. Beautiful journey within your words Patty. thank you for the ride. happiest of smiles, from mel xxx My love of music allows me to truly connect with your feelings .. xx
Comment Written 31-Mar-2017
reply by the author on 31-Mar-2017
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thank you for your thoughtful review. The six star rating is wonderful
Comment from judester
This is a wonderful tribute to a special man. We need more artists passionate about using their talent to help others. He was an interesting balladeer that died too soon. What a wonderful memory you keep and how he continued to enlighten you later on. Good luck with the contest, see you at the finish line. I also wrote about a person that left a wonderful legacy. Cheers, j
reply by the author on 31-Mar-2017
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This is a wonderful tribute to a special man. We need more artists passionate about using their talent to help others. He was an interesting balladeer that died too soon. What a wonderful memory you keep and how he continued to enlighten you later on. Good luck with the contest, see you at the finish line. I also wrote about a person that left a wonderful legacy. Cheers, j
Comment Written 31-Mar-2017
reply by the author on 31-Mar-2017
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thank you for your thoughtful review
Comment from emptypage
You wrote, "But the affect was profound." "Effect" is the word you want here.
I adore Chapin's music, too, always have. Never got to meet him, though! How lucky you are.
Lovely tribute, beautifully presented.
reply by the author on 31-Mar-2017
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You wrote, "But the affect was profound." "Effect" is the word you want here.
I adore Chapin's music, too, always have. Never got to meet him, though! How lucky you are.
Lovely tribute, beautifully presented.
Comment Written 31-Mar-2017
reply by the author on 31-Mar-2017
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thank you for your thoughtful review
Comment from Pam (respa)
-I like the image and the poem.
-I also liked Harry Chapin; I got to see
him perform in a venue in the round; I'm
so glad I did. Great musician and a person who cared.
-Your poem is heartfelt, and shows how much he meant
to you, esp. at the end:
"You let me know of my value
So I took my flight like a bird"
-Good luck in the contest.
reply by the author on 30-Mar-2017
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-I like the image and the poem.
-I also liked Harry Chapin; I got to see
him perform in a venue in the round; I'm
so glad I did. Great musician and a person who cared.
-Your poem is heartfelt, and shows how much he meant
to you, esp. at the end:
"You let me know of my value
So I took my flight like a bird"
-Good luck in the contest.
Comment Written 30-Mar-2017
reply by the author on 30-Mar-2017
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thank you for your thoughtful review
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You are welcome. Very nice poem.
Comment from rspoet
Harry Chapin was one of the great ones
Poet, songwriter, communicator, activist for ending world hunger,
all around great guy
So many great songs, as you mentioned,
plus one called Cory's Coming
I saw him in concert at a theater in the round
He also had a wonderful bass/baritone member of his band
Unfortunately, as with many such talented people
he had a need to drive fast in his VW
A tragic loss,
but your two poems, both the Whitney and the ode, are an excellent tribute
to the man, his music and his cause
Good luck in the contest
Well done
reply by the author on 30-Mar-2017
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Harry Chapin was one of the great ones
Poet, songwriter, communicator, activist for ending world hunger,
all around great guy
So many great songs, as you mentioned,
plus one called Cory's Coming
I saw him in concert at a theater in the round
He also had a wonderful bass/baritone member of his band
Unfortunately, as with many such talented people
he had a need to drive fast in his VW
A tragic loss,
but your two poems, both the Whitney and the ode, are an excellent tribute
to the man, his music and his cause
Good luck in the contest
Well done
Comment Written 30-Mar-2017
reply by the author on 30-Mar-2017
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thank you for your thoughtful review. Just for the record, Harry wasn't speeding. He had car trouble, the flashers were on and the semi that hit him couldn't stop in time
Comment from ronnie k
A wonderful testament to a brave and wonderous man, great write but I must also give great review for your honoring authors notes, amen. we, poets have a duty to sing, speak and write our share of His work.
reply by the author on 30-Mar-2017
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A wonderful testament to a brave and wonderous man, great write but I must also give great review for your honoring authors notes, amen. we, poets have a duty to sing, speak and write our share of His work.
Comment Written 30-Mar-2017
reply by the author on 30-Mar-2017
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thank you for your thoughtful review
Comment from judiverse
Excellent work. You really show a personal connection with Harry Chapin. I remember his "Cat's in the Cradle." Some years ago he appeared on a TV show in the afternoon. I can't remember the name of it now. That's where I remember him singing. Excellent free verse, and you do a great job of showing some of the ways in which Chapin influenced you. Best of luck in the contest. judi
reply by the author on 30-Mar-2017
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Excellent work. You really show a personal connection with Harry Chapin. I remember his "Cat's in the Cradle." Some years ago he appeared on a TV show in the afternoon. I can't remember the name of it now. That's where I remember him singing. Excellent free verse, and you do a great job of showing some of the ways in which Chapin influenced you. Best of luck in the contest. judi
Comment Written 30-Mar-2017
reply by the author on 30-Mar-2017
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thank you for your thoughtful review
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You're very welcome. judi
