A Perfect Lunch
Honoring: Jan Shepards' (see notes) loving work...66 total reviews
Comment from bob cullen
Your poetry was good, but your author notes bordered on amazing and for me, they more than the poem deserved the six stars.
Firstly, if I may I'd like to salute you for your inspirational actions in supporting those less fortunate. Your actions promote your beliefs wonderfully well. You prove the old adage of 'Actions speaking louder than words.'
The writing here is excellent while the story itself is, I believe ready made for the Reader's Digest magazine. Or maybe a collection of short stories. I can even suggest a title: Lunching with Losers in LA or Dining with the Down & Out.
Today Jan, you have made my day. You've reawakened my belief in humanity. May the Good Lord Bless you.
reply by the author on 17-Sep-2018
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Your poetry was good, but your author notes bordered on amazing and for me, they more than the poem deserved the six stars.
Firstly, if I may I'd like to salute you for your inspirational actions in supporting those less fortunate. Your actions promote your beliefs wonderfully well. You prove the old adage of 'Actions speaking louder than words.'
The writing here is excellent while the story itself is, I believe ready made for the Reader's Digest magazine. Or maybe a collection of short stories. I can even suggest a title: Lunching with Losers in LA or Dining with the Down & Out.
Today Jan, you have made my day. You've reawakened my belief in humanity. May the Good Lord Bless you.
Comment Written 14-Sep-2018
reply by the author on 17-Sep-2018
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Thanks so very much for your stellar/plus-one review. yours, diana
Comment from duchessofdrumborg
"A Perfect Lunch", is an extremely well-written and entertaining piece. This talented poet's work was a pleasure to both read and review. You KEEP READING and I'll KEEP WRITING. I look forward to seeing your next post.
reply by the author on 17-Sep-2018
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"A Perfect Lunch", is an extremely well-written and entertaining piece. This talented poet's work was a pleasure to both read and review. You KEEP READING and I'll KEEP WRITING. I look forward to seeing your next post.
Comment Written 14-Sep-2018
reply by the author on 17-Sep-2018
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Hey Duchess... thanks so much for your review. yours, diana
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Hey diana, the review wasn't an understatement.
Take care and God bless you,
the Duchess
Comment from BeasPeas
Hi Diana. This is an interesting post. You've combined your well written poem with the blurb about Jan Sheherd who took the time to get to know some of the street people. Nicely done. Marilyn
reply by the author on 17-Sep-2018
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Hi Diana. This is an interesting post. You've combined your well written poem with the blurb about Jan Sheherd who took the time to get to know some of the street people. Nicely done. Marilyn
Comment Written 14-Sep-2018
reply by the author on 17-Sep-2018
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Thanks Beas...
Comment from l.raven
HI Diana, what an amazing story told my sweet friend...if only more people would care...I see them on the streets walking...and yes...I do give them money...and one I used to give bottled water for his dog...but I don't see him any more...but I am in my car when I go by the homeless...I often wonder what their stories are...sigh...your story is very well told...and thank you for sharing in your notes...your picture says it all...love you...Linda xxoo
thank you for caring...xxoo
reply by the author on 17-Sep-2018
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HI Diana, what an amazing story told my sweet friend...if only more people would care...I see them on the streets walking...and yes...I do give them money...and one I used to give bottled water for his dog...but I don't see him any more...but I am in my car when I go by the homeless...I often wonder what their stories are...sigh...your story is very well told...and thank you for sharing in your notes...your picture says it all...love you...Linda xxoo
thank you for caring...xxoo
Comment Written 13-Sep-2018
reply by the author on 17-Sep-2018
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Hey kiddo... thanks so much for your stellar review... It did my heart good! It makes me sad to think they go away and I no longer know how they are or even that they are. yours, diana
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your so welcome Diana...always...love you...xxoo
Comment from Gloria ....
I very much enjoy the cadence of your fine poem, diana. Some great lines using opposites to illustrate the haves from the have nots. It is a little upsetting the first time you get screamed at by someone you don't even know.
Personal Poems Only One Dollar! That is great idea on his part.
This is superb and great reminder to all of us to share our abundance.
Much enjoyed
Gloria
reply by the author on 17-Sep-2018
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I very much enjoy the cadence of your fine poem, diana. Some great lines using opposites to illustrate the haves from the have nots. It is a little upsetting the first time you get screamed at by someone you don't even know.
Personal Poems Only One Dollar! That is great idea on his part.
This is superb and great reminder to all of us to share our abundance.
Much enjoyed
Gloria
Comment Written 13-Sep-2018
reply by the author on 17-Sep-2018
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Hey Gloria... thanks so much for your stellar review. I thought his poetry business was inspired... always a pleasure yours, diana
Comment from Joan E.
Thank you for sharing your generosity as you got to know these loving souls and your tribute to Jan Shepherd. I admired your rhymed quatrains plus "rags" and "mask" metaphors to underscore your point. Here's to continued joy and vibrancy and best wishes in the contest! -Joan
reply by the author on 17-Sep-2018
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Thank you for sharing your generosity as you got to know these loving souls and your tribute to Jan Shepherd. I admired your rhymed quatrains plus "rags" and "mask" metaphors to underscore your point. Here's to continued joy and vibrancy and best wishes in the contest! -Joan
Comment Written 13-Sep-2018
reply by the author on 17-Sep-2018
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Hey Joan... thanks so much for your stellar review. yours, diana
Comment from Y. M. Roger
A very vibrant and touching write here, Diana, and I so enjoyed your extensive author notes! :) :) I have to ask, why do you not start a "book" here on the sight and give us a little write following each of your encounters ... I have a feeling I'm not the only one who would be interested in such! :) In fact, I'm pretty sure it will be great for you, too, because it will give you a little something to look back over when you get the 'blues' again! :) All I'm asking is that you think about it ..... please? :) ;)
Many blessings and thanx for sharing all these smiles and stories and wondrous encounters! :) ;) Yvette :)
reply by the author on 17-Sep-2018
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A very vibrant and touching write here, Diana, and I so enjoyed your extensive author notes! :) :) I have to ask, why do you not start a "book" here on the sight and give us a little write following each of your encounters ... I have a feeling I'm not the only one who would be interested in such! :) In fact, I'm pretty sure it will be great for you, too, because it will give you a little something to look back over when you get the 'blues' again! :) All I'm asking is that you think about it ..... please? :) ;)
Many blessings and thanx for sharing all these smiles and stories and wondrous encounters! :) ;) Yvette :)
Comment Written 13-Sep-2018
reply by the author on 17-Sep-2018
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Hello Y.M. Roger... thanks so much for your stellar and thoughtful review.. thanks also for the thought of writing in a book... that is feeling great to me. No blues here kiddo and I always look forward to your review. yours diana
Comment from Anne B Francis
so sorry have used all my 6's which this deserves - you must be an amazing person, your story really reached out and touched my heart. All the sad tales you must have heard, people do not realise some of the homeless are there due to unforeseen circumstances it can happen to anyone.
I have done a poem on the homeless, but nothing like yours, may do a few lines one day
Beauty comes from within, happiness showing through
reply by the author on 17-Sep-2018
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so sorry have used all my 6's which this deserves - you must be an amazing person, your story really reached out and touched my heart. All the sad tales you must have heard, people do not realise some of the homeless are there due to unforeseen circumstances it can happen to anyone.
I have done a poem on the homeless, but nothing like yours, may do a few lines one day
Beauty comes from within, happiness showing through
Comment Written 13-Sep-2018
reply by the author on 17-Sep-2018
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Jan... I accept your digital six and am honored and humbled by your review. yours, diana
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Hi Diane was this meant for Jan or me?
Anne
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Hi Anne... sorry for the confusion... thanks so much again!
Comment from misscookie
Oh how I can relate to your poem and story
i don't know which touched my heart and soul more
You captured my attention from the first line to the last
thank you for sharing
Cookie
reply by the author on 17-Sep-2018
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Oh how I can relate to your poem and story
i don't know which touched my heart and soul more
You captured my attention from the first line to the last
thank you for sharing
Cookie
Comment Written 13-Sep-2018
reply by the author on 17-Sep-2018
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Hey Miss Cookie... always a pleasure. Yours, diana
Comment from country ranch writer
I say if it brings you happiness and forfillment go for it. There are so many out there that are lost souls and lonely. More people should care about their fellow an or woman which ever the case mayb.
reply by the author on 17-Sep-2018
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I say if it brings you happiness and forfillment go for it. There are so many out there that are lost souls and lonely. More people should care about their fellow an or woman which ever the case mayb.
Comment Written 13-Sep-2018
reply by the author on 17-Sep-2018
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Lost should, mentally ill, military who have been abandoned. thanks again. yours, diana
