TheBritsWife: I'm overwhelmed with gratitude for the outpouring of love and support for "Sonnet for a Poet Grieving", which I wrote for my beloved friend and mentor, Jarlsbane aka Michael Cotner. Jarls suddenly passed away at the end of June, and I miss him terribly. He was an outstanding poet, fabulous teacher and beautiful human being. He taught me so much and left a legacy of amazing work. God bless you, Michael. I'll always carry you in my poems and in my heart.
    EllieKaye: I'm so sorry for your loss. I remember Michael's name, and wish I had gotten to know him. -
    TheBritsWife: Hi EllieKaye, Thanks so much for your kind words. Michael was a wonderful man, indeed. -
    JeJo: congratulations on the sonnet win. you truly deserved it. -
    Sasha: I know how difficult this was for you to write but I know Jarlsbane is smiling and applauding your win. You truly did him justice with this one. Congratulations. -
    TheBritsWife: Thank you all so much for your congratulations on the sonnet win. I feel like Jarls is still watching over my poetic education, even now. Everyone has been so kind and supportive, and I appreciate it more than I can say. :-) -
    rama devi: Bravo---Jarls is so proud of you, and so am I! Congrats dear---much deserved win---and I voted for you too. Hugs, rd -
    TheBritsWife: Thank you so much, RD! Your loving show of support is treasured. ~Hugs~ - Karen -
    Jersey Dreamer: Dear Princess xx
    I didn't want to miss wishing you a big Happy Birthday for sat.
    I am wishing you lot's of love now, as on your special day I will be on another island camping, there are no transport or pc, and it's only 1.5 x .75 sq miles.
    I want you to know you have been and will always be a lovely inspiration to me and others with the beautiful poems you write,
    Happy birthday
    Love KS, Carl xx -
    Xylok: Hope you're smiling today, Karen! -
    TheBritsWife: Hi Aaron! I certainly smiled when I read your lovely message. ~Hugs~ Karen ;-) -
    Jersey Dreamer: It is excellent that you have won the Love poem contest, you are a special poet and writer and I am so proud to be your ks.
    Well done princess:-) -
    Jersey Dreamer: congratulations KS, I am so pleased for you, your poem was a worthy winner, ;) -
    TheBritsWife: Hi Carl! Thank you so much for your sweet congratulations. Your loving support of my poetry always pushes me to go the extra mile. ~Hugs & Love~ "KS" -
    Slythytove2: Congrats- I knew you'd win. Contact me about that other thing when you feel ready. If you've lost the address drop me a note or Comment. S2 -
    Jersey Dreamer: Well done princess, you are a deserved winner, excellent Senryu.
    Your K,S :-) -
    juliaSjames:
    Congrats on your win in the Ode to Winter prompt. Your haiku (pearl- grey skies) is a truly exceptional write. peace and blessings, jj -
    TheBritsWife: Hi JJ, Thank you so much for your warm and kind words! (And the smile on my face when I read your message) You are so sweet! Thanks again. ~Hugs & Love~ Karen :-) -
    Writingfundimension: Hi Karen, Congratulations on your contest win. Looks like I'm in heady company in Alvin's class. See you in the chat room! Bev -
    nancyjam: Congratulations on your win. I voted for yours as I thought it an excellent Haiku. Happy to share the win with you. Nancy -
    TheBritsWife: Hey Bev and Nancy, Thank you so much for your kind congratulations! "Birds of a Feather" LOL - Karen ;-) -
    Xylok: hope all is well in you world buddy! -