The Last Turn of the Key (poem) by Felix LeRoy Perry on AuthorsDen

Reviewed on July 6, 2009

Absolutely brilliant, I can feel his pain in every line

"Wine glasses wrapped

In yesterday�s news

Photo albums offer

Little hints and clues"

Reviewed by LadyJtalks LadyJzTalkZone (Reader)

Reviewed on July 5, 2009

You did not fail my friend, many times what seems like failure is the back door to success. I read a book by that name years ago and it is so true. Good luck with your new adventure! LadyJ

Reviewed by Myrna Badgerow

Reviewed on July 5, 2009

I did this five years ago after my husband's death.. not to a high rise but back to town which I never thought I would do.. I do understand this piece so well

Myrna

Reviewed by Karen Vanderlaan

Reviewed on July 4, 2009

your lines tell the story soadly yet beautifully -my favorite line is:
Wine glasses wrapped

In yesterday�s news

Reviewed by Elizabeth Russo

Reviewed on July 2, 2009

It is always so sad to leave ones home and you can't help but feel melancholy and a tug of the heart after reading this piece. Very emotive piece, Fee, and as you say, a brand new experience lies ahead and best wishes with it all ...well done! ~Elizabeth

Reviewed by Amber Moonstone

Reviewed on July 2, 2009

Oh Fee, I can so relate to your poem. I am struggling with staying in my condo. After my divorce six years ago, I left my beautiful house to be single. It was the best choice, but I struggle to pay all these rising costs of owning your own home on a single income. It's nearly impossible these days. Think about all the time you will have to write. I would love to have that freedom of mind. I only work now, to stay above water. It's a lonely life, eating, sleeping, working, eating, sleeping, working...

Much peace, love, and light, and blessings to you and your wife,
Amber "V"

Reviewed by Annabel Sheila

Reviewed on July 2, 2009

Fabulous write, although very sad! I felt every single word of this poem Fee. I wish you greatest blessings and happiness always in your new abode. Wow! A highrise! You'll be looking down on the world from now on. I'm hoping to get to Halifax this summer and I want to meet you and Rose and maybe have lunch or dinner together. There's so much to chat about!

Hugs,
Anna

Reviewed by neerja gandhi (Reader)

Reviewed on July 1, 2009

ahh...sad, very sad that you'll be leaving this house...but always there are loads of surprises awaiting .Fill up the new house with old memories, that'll cover up.
Best wishes always. neerja

Reviewed by M. Teresa Clayton

Reviewed on July 1, 2009

Fee - leave the broom. I usually don't buy into the myths but this one seems to work. Buy a new broom for your new home. And blessings to you and your new home, may you find peace and God's loving presence there. Hugs to you.

Reviewed by Carole Mathys

Reviewed on July 1, 2009

How sad to leave a home, but I wish you only good experiences in you new place. I am going to hang on as long as I can to my home I will not be good at apartment living...

Carole~

Reviewed by Patrick Granfors

Reviewed on July 1, 2009

Well you certainly will get a different perspective, and hopefully it will be positive for you. Best of luck. Patrick

Reviewed by Phyllis Jean Green

Reviewed on July 1, 2009

You paint the picture so well, Fee. Almost too well. Having had to move more times than I care to remember, I relate Bigtime. You have a wonderful 'tude, hope you know. {Rhymes with the coolest possible
version of dude. Correction, Doooooooooooooooooooooooood.)
With respect, gratitude, and affection, 'Pee':)

Reviewed by Juliet Waldron

Reviewed on July 1, 2009

Oh, this is sad! Hope it isn't entirely autobiographical. Good luck in your new environment; the toughest part of moving is leaving the trees--at least for me. You never know how they'll be treated. Best of luck--and hope there is room for a few plants...

Reviewed by Eileen Granfors

Reviewed on July 1, 2009

Very touching and too real in our times. It's a new start. . .maybe it will be a good thing. I enjoy the way your pictures and your poems go perfectly togethere.

Reviewed by Sheila Roy

Reviewed on July 1, 2009

Oh, Fee, this is a sad one. I've always been overjoyed to walk away from apartments. I couldn't imagine walking away from my house, unless I found one I like more. This poem pulls on the heart-strings.
Sheila

Reviewed by Dallas D'Angelo-Gary

Reviewed on July 1, 2009

That says it all, Felix! We haven't come to that point yet, but we are at the point where we can manage all the bills ... as long as we don't eat.

Reviewed by Jon Willey

Reviewed on July 1, 2009

an emotional reflection of life in transition Felix -- a piece of you runs through this wonderful poem my friend -- peace and love -- Jon Michael

Reviewed by Edwin Hurdle

Reviewed on July 1, 2009

An emotional and well written poem,take care

EDWIN

Reviewed by Mr. Ed

Reviewed on July 1, 2009

So very sad, my friend, and I can feel your pain. And I wish you many wonderful new memories in your new abode.

Reviewed by George Carroll

Reviewed on July 1, 2009

So much pathos in this real life drama

Reviewed by Georg Mateos

Reviewed on July 1, 2009

Life, no matter what never will be the same, believe me, I too did turned the key for the last time to go living on a high rise, and realized that a walk on my high above veranda hadn't the same taste of freedom than when I walked on my lawn.
Good luck!

Georg

Reviewed by Lori Moore

Reviewed on June 30, 2009

Emotive poetry. Good luck with the move.

Reviewed by Rose Rideout

Reviewed on June 30, 2009

Well Cuz you gone and done it again, your words have filled my eyes. Know that this is a great move for both you and Debi. As we get older and our health don't work with us we have to do what is best and this is the best.

Love ya face Cuz XOXOXOXO, Rose

Reviewed by Ed Matlack

Reviewed on June 30, 2009

This is so sad, Fee, the only thing worse than losing a home is losing a loved one, or are they one in the same...Ed

Reviewed by Victoria's Poetry & Voices of Muse

Reviewed on June 30, 2009

I am so horribly sad for you Fee
I know exactly how this feels, it is traumatic emotionally to let go when any of us are not ready to let go...my heart grieves with you...
My Love & Support Always
In Spirit Too...
{{{HUGG}}}
Vickie

Reviewed by Karen Lynn Vidra, The Texas Tornado

Reviewed on June 30, 2009

Heartbreaking write, Fee; you are ever in my prayers and thoughts!

(((HUGS))) and much love, your friend in Tx., Karen Lynn. :( >tears! <

You don't deserve this pain; you deserve to be happy!

Reviewed by K. Mulroney

Reviewed on June 30, 2009

I really felt this one Fee. We are in a situation that may end up badly with the three Rotties and us living in a mobile home some where. I grew up living in apartments so that part I do not envy you. I do however envy your beautiful way with a word , a thought and a tear. Just great writing!

Reviewed by L. Figgins

Reviewed on June 30, 2009

Oh, can relate. Such a lovely house. Know what you mean about the tree. A person bonds with the trees around a house, especially if they've grown with them. And so many memories after 25 years, but you'll take them with you and build a new life. I felt a failure, too. But you must know that there are forces beyond your control and a different path that the universe may be leading you to. Yes, look to the future. Wishing you and yours a wonderful new beginning. This is an incredible write and one which touches me deeply...

Lin

Reviewed by Christine Alwin

Reviewed on June 30, 2009

"When one door of happiness closes, another opens; but often we look so long at the closed door that we do not see the one which has opened for us."

Helen Keller

I am glad you see both, as 'memories' will not be boxed up for good will, but will forever remain in your heart..new adventures lie ahead and I wish you and your family the best!
Hugs,
Christine

Reviewed by Michelle Mead

Reviewed on June 30, 2009

Wow, Felix, this is great on so many levels, though heartbreaking knowing the reality of it. It is the way you cut a vein open and let yourself drip onto the keyboard that makes this poem grip the reader. I think this is one of your best and so appropriate for the times in which we live. It is good to see you are looking to the future with a positive attitude. Blessings, as always, Michelle