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The StoryTeller (in tribute to Balladeer)
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The StoryTeller (in tribute to Balladeer) |
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Kit McCallum
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Member Laureate
since 2000-04-30
Posts 14774Ontario, Canada 
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The StoryTeller (in tribute to Balladeer) Each time I see a post of yours, Anticipation builds, As cursor clicks on "Balladeer", What treasures will unfold? What tales of past am I to see? What stories will you bring? What message will I learn from you, As sweetly your pen sings? I sit with rapt attention, And devour every line ... They flow as if conducted, Filled with rhythm and with rhyme. You set the cast of characters, Reach in their very souls; They come to life so vividly, As every line unfolds. The scene is cast, and soon I find I'm sitting in their place; Transported to this world you've penned … I picture every face. Each line is an adventure, Every word I read sublime; You take me on a journey that Transcends this mortal mind. I could not choose a favorite, If I were put to test … For every time I read a'new … I say "I like this best!" I've not encountered anyone, Who weaves a tale so dear, As the poet I have come to know ... As simply Balladeer. /Kit McCallum *Inspired after reading Balladeer's "One Beer for Rosie" (and many others) [This message has been edited by Kit McCallum (edited 07-07-2000).] |
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Sudhir Iyer Member Ascendant
since 2000-04-26
Posts 6943Mumbai, India : now in Belgium |
A most befitting tribute to a great poet, a story teller of much acclaim... CHEERS TO YOU KIT, and CHEERS TO BALLADEER... regards, sudhir |
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Marge Tindal 
since 1999-11-06
Posts 42384Florida's Foreverly Shores |
Kit~ Yes, it is so ... he is a master of the art that wears his name. Lovely tribute to a wonderful poet and friend. ~*Marge*~ ~*The pen of the poet never runs out of ink, as long as we breathe.*~ noles1@totcon.com |
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Jeffrey Carter
since 2000-04-08
Posts 2367State of constant confusion! |
BRAVO |
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Kit McCallum
Administrator
Member Laureate
since 2000-04-30
Posts 14774Ontario, Canada |
~Sudhir: Thank you Sudhir ... the pleasure is ours to read his works I find! ~Marge: He wears his name well Marge ... a wonderful poet indeed! ~Jeffrey: And a hearty bravo back to Balladeer! Thanks Jeffrey. Much appreciation, /Kit |
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Sunshine
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Member Empyrean
since 1999-06-25
Posts 63354Listening to every heart |
Yup, that's what he does, all right! |
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brian madden Member Elite
since 2000-05-06
Posts 4374ireland |
A wonderful tribute to a great Balladeer. A rock pile ceases to be a rock pile the moment a single man contemplates it, bearing within him the image of a cathedral. Antoine de Saint-Exupéry |
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Balladeer
Administrator
Member Empyrean
since 1999-06-05
Posts 25505Ft. Lauderdale, Fl USA |
Kit, what can I say?! What a wonderful, wonderful thing for you to do. I am so happy that you enjoy my poetry and have taken the time to do this. I think that, for everyone no matter what they do in life, one of the greatest rewards they can experience is to have someone they respect say Well Done. You have done so and in a magnificent way. I thank you, Kit, more than you can know  |
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Poet deVine
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Member Seraphic
since 1999-05-26
Posts 22612Hurricane Alley |
I second and third this..he's a magician with words... Great poem Kit! |
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Janet Marie Member Laureate
since 2000-01-22
Posts 18554 |
Kit this is so great...creative and kind. wonderful praise and so true... a fine tribute to one who inspires us all. thank you for sharing this... I'd like to use your thread to honor him as well... ******************* For Michael ...(a little ditty)  A poets poet ... master of yarn and weave. His words to all delight, he gives us sweet poetic reprieve. Humor laced with wisdom, wit entwined with grace. I only need to read his words ... to find a smile upon my face. He writes with gentle honesty ... shares lessons learned thru the years. His love poems are my most favorite, I do so enjoy a read with our gifted Balladeer. jm sweet 'deer... thank you for your always wonderful replies to my work. You encourage, compliment, and inspire me... you make me smile and laugh with your keen sense of humor, often when I needed a good laugh. Most of all you help me to grow as a poet. thank you my friend. respectfully yours, Janet Marie |
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Kit McCallum
Administrator
Member Laureate
since 2000-04-30
Posts 14774Ontario, Canada |
~Sunshine: Thanks Sunshine ... he does indeed! ~Brian: Thank you Brian ... I enjoyed writing it! ~Poet deVine: Thanks Sharon ... I 4th and 5th that ... magician with words, like that! ~Janet Marie: Thank you Janet Marie! I'm glad you added to it ... that was just beautiful! Wonderful! ~Balladeer: You are most welcome! It was my pleasure to write this in tribute to your wonderful works. I started to respond to your poem, but found myself at a loss for usual words. I'm simply enchanted with your writing, and find that in reading, am always inspired with the messages, the characters, the style, the flow and the positive and happy feel they always seem to leave me with. You have a wonderful talent, and I'm just pleased to let you know!Best wishes, and much appreciation to all, /Kit |
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WhtDove Member Rara Avis
since 1999-07-22
Posts 9245Illinois |
Kit you've done an AWESOME job describing his poetry! It always captivates the reader, and always seems to teach a lesson within. Balladeer you are an exceptional poet! |
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Marge Tindal
since 1999-11-06
Posts 42384Florida's Foreverly Shores |
Just reminding myself of some beautiful *smiles* ... ~*Marge*~ ~*The pen of the poet never runs out of ink, as long as we breathe.*~ noles1@totcon.com |
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