A Man's Man (poem) by Karen C Vanderlaan on AuthorsDen

Reviewed on April 20, 2008

Its hard to lose a pet friend. They are an important part of ones life. Please give my condolences to your dad..........M

Reviewed by OnepoetGem *the Poetic Rapper

Reviewed on April 19, 2008

great respecting reflective poeming my dear poetess, L

Reviewed by Christine Alwin

Reviewed on April 17, 2008

Truly hard to lose such a dedicated companion,,,,Heartfelt!

Reviewed by Kate Burnside

Reviewed on April 17, 2008

It takes a "real" man to show emotion and yes, often it is shown in response to those who have also been unable to "verbalise" theirs. A truly touching and tender character portrait, Karen. Lovely telling detail. Bless you, Kate xx

Reviewed by Jeanette Cooper

Reviewed on April 17, 2008

This makes me think of my story called "Old Bounce's Dignity" when our family friend died saving my brother from a snake bite. Old Bounce was bitten as he ran in front of my brother and attacked the rattlesnake. It was a sad time for our family, but a time of celebrating the heroism of our dear friend. Wishing your father well, and may he also celebrate his friend's life.

Reviewed by Randall Barfield

Reviewed on April 16, 2008

Very precious.

Reviewed by Debby Rosenberg

Reviewed on April 16, 2008

hugs...sometimes i think its harder for an elder to loose a pet/ companion than it is for a child...

Reviewed by Bonnie May

Reviewed on April 16, 2008

Oh how beautiful and sad. The tears are flowing for I too lost a beloved dog. Wonderful write and toucning poem. Love, Bonnie

Reviewed by Karla Dorman, The StormSpinner

Reviewed on April 16, 2008

Beautiful rememberance, Karen, well done.

(((HUGS))) and love, karla.

Reviewed by Felix Perry

Reviewed on April 16, 2008

When the last physical links of someome drift off into the other world it is comforting to know that those soft etheral thoughts and memories will always be close by for us to call on. Lovely write though also sad...

Fee

Reviewed by Dawn Anderson

Reviewed on April 16, 2008

Karen, I'm so sorry to hear about your dad's dog, Lucky. Our pets become almost like people to us, in that they are part of our family. Lovely compassionate writing, Karen.

Reviewed by Karen Lynn Vidra, The Texas Tornado

Reviewed on April 16, 2008

Sorry to hear of your daddy's loss; you (and your daddy) are in my prayers! I know how it is to lose a beloved pet!

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

Reviewed by Liana Margiva

Reviewed on April 16, 2008

Lovely, sweet poem!!!!!!!!!! Liana Margiva

Reviewed by Mr. Ed

Reviewed on April 16, 2008

So very sorry to hear about your Dad's great loss, Karen. Real men often do shed many real tears.

Reviewed by Jerry Bolton (Reader)

Reviewed on April 16, 2008

Sometimes it is the seemingly little things which measure a man . . .

Reviewed by F William Broome

Reviewed on April 16, 2008

Now, be sure that your father sees your words and knows how much your love can help in his grief. I like your eulogy for Lucky.

- Bill

Reviewed by E T Waldron

Reviewed on April 15, 2008

He is precious,and I'm glad you can sense that to help him get over the loss. Our pets mean a great deal to us and I can remember each one I have mourned over the years,and one especially I had 14 yrs,was very difficult to get through. Excellent compassionate poem Karen.

Love,
ET

Reviewed by Larry Lounsbury

Reviewed on April 15, 2008

This is so heartfelt.Often showing emotion is a hard thing as a man. Especially concerning our dogs.