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| Reviewed by Phyllis Jean Green |
3/11/2006 |
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| Oh, Sherry. This kills me. You have done too good a job! As soon as I saw the photo {what an inspired and intelligent and compassionate choice}, I started to fall apart. This is SO good. . .your talent and artistry sing, and that is what saves. That and watching Mardi Gras revelers cavort and. . .She will never be quite the same, but she is comin' baaaaaaaaaack!! Not surprising, but. . .unreal?? Merci, mon ami, merci, 'Pea' <3 |
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| Reviewed by Poetess of The Soul Sheila G |
9/25/2005 |
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| Wow! Sherry- this is pleasantly written and I enjoyed the music along with it-- As I read I could pict. the mimes speaking their song to the sad sites among--- I am keeping this one too in my Sherry folder- This is deeply touching and felt within! I hope their is someway to put back what once was- OUr memories are all we will have! adn our true blues music to bring back thier flavor - May your light shine ever so bright to many more--- WArmly,Sheee |
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| Reviewed by OnepoetGem *the Poetic Rapper |
9/10/2005 |
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| hello Sherry, touching piece, hopefully it will be rebuilt soon . They really have the blues now |
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| Reviewed by Regis Auffray |
9/7/2005 |
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A tribute that is most timely and à propos, Sherry. Thank you for sharing this gift. Love and peace.
Regis |
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| Reviewed by Sandie Angel |
9/6/2005 |
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Sherry:
This is EXCELLENT! New Orleans can be rebuilt, but nothing will be the same though. The people will always miss the old New Orleans before the storm.
So much is now being done to give assistance, which I think is good; but it is nothing in compare to giving help and free rides when it was crucial and really needed to evacuate so the lives wouldn't have been lost.
There will always be sadness and resentments.
Wonderful write, Sherry!
Sandie May Angel a.k.a. Sandie Angel |
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| Reviewed by Richard Christopher Suarez |
9/6/2005 |
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Sherry, I read this again and I am very glad I did because There's so much that this Great Piece Made me Feel! New Orleans has always reminded me of a Caribbean Island,...Like my Parents Cuba, but isn't about Cuba at all. New Orleans is a Great Place where people really feel and create and it's expressed in the music and in your excellent
poem! I believe that Yes', It does take pain ,...unwarranted though, and it's experience to express such incredibly powerful music and art ,...and You my dear lady are significantly showing Creativity at it's peak with this one!!! Your spirit is shining too as a bright inspiration to many and right through this devastation's
impact. Powerful Expression is Beautifully Expressed here and shining in the face of adversity!!! Shine on!!!!!
Peace and Healathy Happyness to you Sherry!!!
Love and blessings I am sending your way'....,';
Rich Criso Suraez |
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| Reviewed by Abdi-Noor Mohamed |
9/5/2005 |
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This is adds a drop in the already filled cup of sorrow. The
spill-over from the cup is the tear drop rolling down the eyes and minds of millions who loved New Orleans. Thanks Sherry I deeply share sadnes with you and the rest of the Aericans and the world at large. |
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| Reviewed by L. Figgins |
9/5/2005 |
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| Beauty, Sherry! Those spirits of New Orleans may have departed with the poor souls now in procession, but they still live in the hearts of those who love her. That grand spirit of endurance and the celebration of life in spite of its misery and a heart bigger than life or death. It will transcend! Peace to you and Ty...Lin |
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| Reviewed by Paul Williams |
9/5/2005 |
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Superb write Sherry,outstanding poetry.
Paul;-) |
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| Reviewed by Handsum Hart |
9/5/2005 |
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Maybe the new New Orleans will be just as unique as the old New Orleans but in a different way.
Excellent penning, now pass the red beans and rice please
Thanks for sharing
HH
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| Reviewed by Gwen Dickerson |
9/4/2005 |
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| A masterpiece! Sherry, your poem took me in its arms and gently rocked me while I wept! Bravo, poet! |
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| Reviewed by Retta (Reindeer) Mckenzie |
9/4/2005 |
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Ah Sherry, this was just outstanding, that picture just so deeply poignant and your poetry, just got to me today, so deeply moving,
Reindeer |
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| Reviewed by Joni Stewart-Hague |
9/4/2005 |
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Hail poet ! This has to be one of the most touching pieces ever written. The last line shall echo throughout eternity. I'm truly at a loss for words to convey the feeling this poem has wrought, so let me just say, once again....... HAIL POET !
Joni |
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| Reviewed by Andre Bendavi ben-YEHU |
9/4/2005 |
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In the spirit of the Blues a Flower is releasing its scent
through the lines of "Goodnight Sweet Blues".
I salute You, Sublime Poet!
Andre Emmanuel Bendavi ben-YEHU |
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| Reviewed by Kate Clifford |
9/4/2005 |
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| They will rebuild as they have the spirit that created this atmosphere in the first place. Materail things can be blown away but they know the spirit stays. Great write. |
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| Reviewed by Tinka Boukes |
9/4/2005 |
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Definitly one of your best...even Though born out of a deep sadness!!
Love Tinka |
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| Reviewed by Lisa Hilbers |
9/4/2005 |
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Sherry,
This is the best!
I'm not going to ruin it by adding a bunch of 'descriptive' words. I'll just save it and re-read it, as I need it.
Lisa |
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| Reviewed by Mark Mahoney |
9/4/2005 |
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| An amazing write, thanks for sharing this and may God help those that need it, take care...Mark x |
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| Reviewed by Andy Turner (Reader) |
9/3/2005 |
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Blimey this hits the reality of what has happened in a powerfully lump in throat way.
Has a haunting feeling that's alive.
Maybe were/I'm coming out of the shock of the situation into the reality. And don't it hurt.
Great yet heartwrenching. |
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| Reviewed by Lori Moore |
9/3/2005 |
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| A fine write! Simply awesome. |
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| Reviewed by jude forese |
9/3/2005 |
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| a sad lament but one inscribed with beauty and endowed with the reality of moments that are gone forever ... excellent poem, Sherry ... |
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| Reviewed by Ronald Hull |
9/3/2005 |
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Goodnight, indeed. I sense a resolve to restore that feeling again with a new layer of down and out to generate a greater city tomorrow. The French Quarter still stands. It will rise from the muck and sing. Love your music.
Ron |
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| Reviewed by George Carroll |
9/3/2005 |
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| I grew up in the Blues and Jazz age and I think as long as people have memories and pass along the history of those days their will always be soul music. Great write and music to go with it. Perfect. |
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| Reviewed by Felix Perry |
9/3/2005 |
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This is so sadly sentimental but I hope with all my heart that it is not over yet, as NY rose from the ashes of sep 11 so too will New Orleans one day be reborn.
Felix |
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| Reviewed by Jerry Bolton (Reader) |
9/3/2005 |
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| Sigh. Yes, a beautiful poem. Too bad the rest of the world seems to want to play the race card. I am done with anything concerning the storm. Unbelievable. |
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| Reviewed by Karla Dorman, The StormSpinner |
9/3/2005 |
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Sherry,
You and I were on the same page today...sort of...the music leaving the city. Yours is a powerful, poignant song--very well done!
(((HUGS))) and love, Karla. :( |
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| Reviewed by Huda Orfali |
9/3/2005 |
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Wonderful poem, Sherry
I felt the sadness of the blues music singing in your peom
It's such a great loss the poets would lament forever
love and peace |
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| Reviewed by E T Waldron |
9/3/2005 |
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Sherry this is a classic! You have done the big easy proud, and brought tears to my eyes and I'm sure to many others.Splendid
poem beautifully expressed! The images are akin to a master artists painting!
etw |
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| Reviewed by Sara Coslett |
9/3/2005 |
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| I think the New Orleans we all knew may never be again. So the more memories that can be written down about her, the better the world will be. ~ Sara |
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| Reviewed by Dawn Richerson |
9/3/2005 |
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| Sherry, this has the feel of a poem that will stand the test of time. And it has inspired me to play a little of those blues right now. Thanks, Dawn |
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| Reviewed by Michelle Close Mills |
9/3/2005 |
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| You said it best in your last stanza...our dreams are sweetened having known New Orleans in her hey day, and by losing a thousand souls, the sadness that brings such incredible music to light will make it sweeter, deeper, richer than ever before. The city will rebuild...hopefully it's government fathers will be smarter, better prepared, and more prudent in their engineering choices as they rebuild, so the music can play once again...and keep playing. This is a gorgeous offering Sherry. Simply the best I've read in memorial to a fascinating place, culture, and people. Blessings, Michelle |
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