Ode to Poets: Ed Matlack and Rufuz (Tanka Format) (poem) by Karla Dorman, The StormSpinner on AuthorsDen

Reviewed on April 26, 2008

In your series of odic tributes, it is obvious to me that you know the honorees quite well. Some I am not familiar with. But I know that your words are very wisely chosen to represent the true nature of the individual. They have all been extremly well done. And thanks for sharing. Stay safe. Jon Michael Willey

Reviewed by Connie Faust

Reviewed on April 25, 2008

Karla, your carefully-chosen words in the Ode to Poets series are such a blessing! You are doing exquisite work here. I can't comment on every one, but am trying to read them all. Unique expressions by a unique poetess.

Love, Connie

Reviewed by Regis Auffray

Reviewed on April 25, 2008

A fine tribute in tanka form, Karla. Thank you for sharing it. Love and best wishes,

Regis

Reviewed by Bernice Angoh

Reviewed on April 25, 2008

lovely tribute!

Reviewed by Tinka Boukes

Reviewed on April 25, 2008

Well said Karla.....we love them like peaches....lol!!

Love Tink

Reviewed by Dawn Anderson

Reviewed on April 25, 2008

You're on a roll with these, Karla! Excellent!

Reviewed by Christine Alwin

Reviewed on April 25, 2008

They sure put a bite into the den, full of fun and always a good laugh. Great job Karla!

Reviewed by Mr. Ed

Reviewed on April 25, 2008

Hooray for Rufuz! (Oh, all right - for my wacky Brother Ed, too.)

Reviewed by Victoria's Poetry & Voices of Muse

Reviewed on April 25, 2008

Karla,
I don't know what tanka is, but your poem is very sweet & clever for your 2 friends!
Apparently 2 peas in the same pod :)
Embraced~Embrass�
Vickie

Reviewed by Paul Berube

Reviewed on April 25, 2008

You are doing a superb job with this series Karla. An excellent write. Keep up the great work and God bless. Have a wonderful day my friend.

Reviewed by Chantilly Lace (Reader)

Reviewed on April 25, 2008

Excellent pen sweet lady..what a sweetie you are...Hugsssssss

Reviewed by Tiana ~ (Reader)

Reviewed on April 24, 2008

another gem, karla ... wonderful tribute ...

Reviewed by Flying Fox Ted L Glines (Reader)

Reviewed on April 24, 2008

Yay Rufuz! He da best! Ed's on a roll with that character, and I think Rufuz ought to be our AD Official Mascot.

Ted

Reviewed by Georg Mateos

Reviewed on April 24, 2008

When he sees me he wag his tail with happines and sometimes, greeting me, Rufuz does that too.

Georg

Reviewed by E T Waldron

Reviewed on April 24, 2008

Brava for the two men of the family!;-)(or two dogs(;-)whichever way you want to look at it,ed and ruffie...whichever you're my favorites;-) Another great one Karla!

Love,
ET

Reviewed by Karen Vanderlaan

Reviewed on April 24, 2008

another wonderful tribute!

Reviewed by Abdi-Noor Mohamed (Eagle Of Hope)

Reviewed on April 24, 2008

well done Karla

Reviewed by Sandie May Joyce

Reviewed on April 24, 2008

They are a delightful pair. I love reading their poetry!!!!!

Sandie Angel :o)

Reviewed by Ed Matlack

Reviewed on April 24, 2008

Aww shucks folks, ya shouldn't have...Rufuz

What he said & thank you so very muchly...ed

Reviewed by Charlie

Reviewed on April 24, 2008

Constant companionship of his dog in all his writings-- even reviews always makes me smile. Definitely worth hi-lighting! --Charlie

Reviewed by Karen Palumbo

Reviewed on April 24, 2008

Love the fireworks and your inspiring words....

Be always safe,
Karen

Reviewed by Michelle Kidwell Power In The Pen

Reviewed on April 24, 2008

Love this Karla keep them coming
God Bless
Michelle~

Reviewed by Karen Lynn Vidra, The Texas Tornado

Reviewed on April 24, 2008

Wonderful duet, Ed and Rufuz: the Den coitainly has been brightened by this Joisey Duo! Very well penned tribute, Karla; brava!

(((HUGS))) and much love, your twink, Karen Lynn. :D

Reviewed by Andre Bendavi ben-YEHU

Reviewed on April 24, 2008

Thank You for honoring our poets on the celebrations of The National Poetry Month... "Ode to Poets: Ed Matlack and Rufuz (Tanka Format)" enriches the oceans of creativity.

In admiration,

Andre Emmanuel Bendavi ben-YEHU