Tributes
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Comment from Raul1
It is a good dedication to the boss of this site. It is clean and right to the point. This is a gutsy move, but it is excellent work. No mistakes found. Thank you for sharing!
reply by the author on 19-Sep-2022
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It is a good dedication to the boss of this site. It is clean and right to the point. This is a gutsy move, but it is excellent work. No mistakes found. Thank you for sharing!
Comment Written 19-Sep-2022
reply by the author on 19-Sep-2022
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Thank you Raul. As always I appreciate your kind words. But I was confused about what you thought might be gutsy, since it is meant as a fun and caring tribute to Tom. I think everything I wrote was a compliment to him. I hope you agree. Thanks again my friend!
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I meant what you wrote hasn't been done before. You are a kind, brave, wonderful and caring person to dedicate this to Tom. You have a good heart and I'm glad that you wrote this. It means a great deal for you did a wonderful thing! I applaud your loving efforts, my friend!
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I do agree with you!
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I knew you didn't mean anything bad Raul! You don't have a cruel bone in your body and you are always sweet. I was just confused by your comment, and because we are such good friends. It's always good to ask about it.
I truly appreciate your very kind last message to me as well. That meant a lot to me my very good friend!
Comment from Carolyn Dooley
This is a great tribute to Tom. He has to deal with many different walks of life. He must have great nerves. It is about time someone wrote about him. Have a great day and week.
reply by the author on 19-Sep-2022
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This is a great tribute to Tom. He has to deal with many different walks of life. He must have great nerves. It is about time someone wrote about him. Have a great day and week.
Comment Written 19-Sep-2022
reply by the author on 19-Sep-2022
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Oh Carolyn, just when I was sure you couldn't get any sweeter, you do this!
Thank you so much for your lovely comments and your generous six stars.
You are such a gracious friend with such a caring spirit. I thank you so very much my dear friend!
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You are welcome. My friend. Take care.
Comment from Lilly Flowers
I'm sending you love and hugs for a quick recovery. At first I thought that old Tom decided to post something for us. My first thought was that he was shutting down FanStory. I don't think that will happen. It's been around for quite a while.
If Tom reads this poem, I'm sure it will put a smile on his face. I'm sure he doesn't mind getting questions. Get well soon! Regards, Lilly
reply by the author on 19-Sep-2022
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I'm sending you love and hugs for a quick recovery. At first I thought that old Tom decided to post something for us. My first thought was that he was shutting down FanStory. I don't think that will happen. It's been around for quite a while.
If Tom reads this poem, I'm sure it will put a smile on his face. I'm sure he doesn't mind getting questions. Get well soon! Regards, Lilly
Comment Written 19-Sep-2022
reply by the author on 19-Sep-2022
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Oh Lily, I feel the hug and the love and I couldn't be more touched! Thank you so much! And I appreciate your kind comments for the poem. I think most of us would be lost w/o FS in our lives. It's my very favorite place to go everyday to see and connect with you wonderful friends. Lol, besides it sure beats these other places I've been hanging out lately. : )
Thanks again my dear friend!
Comment from harmony13
Debi, these words are wonderful and a great description of Tom! I agree
with the author, he has always been there for me with all my questions
and problems! The poem flows and connects well. Thank you for the
author's notes - they made me smile!
May your recovery continue to go well. With thoughts n prayers, Maria
reply by the author on 19-Sep-2022
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Debi, these words are wonderful and a great description of Tom! I agree
with the author, he has always been there for me with all my questions
and problems! The poem flows and connects well. Thank you for the
author's notes - they made me smile!
May your recovery continue to go well. With thoughts n prayers, Maria
Comment Written 19-Sep-2022
reply by the author on 19-Sep-2022
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Maria, you are so sweet! Thank you so much for your lovely review and comments. And I truly appreciate your prayers and well wishes. Thank you again my dear dear friend!
Comment from John Ciarmello
Ah, Debi, this is well done and so true. He is the man behind the scenes, and I know we'd all love to get a bit more background on this helpful man of mystery. Thanks for sharing. Best always, JohnC.
reply by the author on 19-Sep-2022
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Ah, Debi, this is well done and so true. He is the man behind the scenes, and I know we'd all love to get a bit more background on this helpful man of mystery. Thanks for sharing. Best always, JohnC.
Comment Written 19-Sep-2022
reply by the author on 19-Sep-2022
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John, as always you are so kind. I just wanted to tell him thanks for making it possible to be a part of the most wonderful people I have ever known.
I doubt a trip to Hawaii could be more enjoyable than my time with you guys.
I look forward to connecting daily w you all, especially since being confined to my hospital bed for a while. And unfortunately my muse must be visiting others here because it left and I'm not sure where he went. Lol!
So whoever Tom is, he is loved by all for what he does. And after all, aren't we all a bit of a mystery here? And I thank you for your very kind comments regarding the poem my friend!
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Sending 'GET WELLS'
Comment from Tom Horonzy
YOU, WHO HAS SO MANY PHYSICAL CHALLENGES, HAS MORE ENERGY THAN THE ENERGIZER BUNNY, MORE REVIEWS THAN THE NEW YORK POST AND MORE OPERATIONS THAT FEDERAL EXPRESS.
reply by the author on 19-Sep-2022
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YOU, WHO HAS SO MANY PHYSICAL CHALLENGES, HAS MORE ENERGY THAN THE ENERGIZER BUNNY, MORE REVIEWS THAN THE NEW YORK POST AND MORE OPERATIONS THAT FEDERAL EXPRESS.
Comment Written 19-Sep-2022
reply by the author on 19-Sep-2022
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Oh Tom, thank you for the much needed laugh this morning! They should bottle your humor and it would outdo any med for healing.
Thanks for the fun comments but I had my poems written before hand, so .I could at least stay connected w friends while being in this place. Now I'm glad I did because my muse muse must have gone visiting in other rooms and haven't seen him since I got here. Thanks again my friend for a big smile too!
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Oh Tom, thank you for the much needed laugh this morning! They should bottle your humor and it would outdo any med for healing.
Thanks for the fun comments but I had my poems written before hand, so .I could at least stay connected w friends while being in this place. Now I'm glad I did because my muse muse must have gone visiting in other rooms and haven't seen him since I got here. Thanks again my friend for a big smile too!
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Do you agree? I read and review all I can and it seems wherever I turn there's D.P.M.
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Lol, I do tend to become bothersome! '
Comment from Dolly'sPoems
I know nothing about Tom as his communication, although very helpful, is short and sweet. This is a tribute to him here and you must know much more about him than the rest of us, much enjoyed, love Dolly x
reply by the author on 19-Sep-2022
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I know nothing about Tom as his communication, although very helpful, is short and sweet. This is a tribute to him here and you must know much more about him than the rest of us, much enjoyed, love Dolly x
Comment Written 19-Sep-2022
reply by the author on 19-Sep-2022
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Oh no Dolly, I know nothing about Tom. I just thought it would be fun to write a fun and maybe silly poem about him. My only reason was I wanted to write a little thanks back to him for all he does for us. And perhaps make people smile! That is what keeps me looking up and seeing the bright side. Or as my kids would say, my Pollyanna views. Thanks for reading and for your lovely review and comments!
Comment from Gloria ....
It was about ten years ago that a group of FanStorians were planning a conference and meeting of fellow writers in New Jersey. We were going to invite big name poets like Leonard Cohen to give keynote addresses with a long weekend of workshops led by local talent, including some renowned members. Alas and alack the costs were too prohibitive for most members, so the entire idea was scrapped in the end. But Tom's brother Ron did attend the Surrey International Writers' Conference in Surrey, Canada.
Perhaps you will be able to organize an event within the reach of the membership. Regardless this is a fine tribute to our Webmaster, and site owner, Tom.
Much enjoyed and many thanks for sharing. :))
Gloria
reply by the author on 19-Sep-2022
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It was about ten years ago that a group of FanStorians were planning a conference and meeting of fellow writers in New Jersey. We were going to invite big name poets like Leonard Cohen to give keynote addresses with a long weekend of workshops led by local talent, including some renowned members. Alas and alack the costs were too prohibitive for most members, so the entire idea was scrapped in the end. But Tom's brother Ron did attend the Surrey International Writers' Conference in Surrey, Canada.
Perhaps you will be able to organize an event within the reach of the membership. Regardless this is a fine tribute to our Webmaster, and site owner, Tom.
Much enjoyed and many thanks for sharing. :))
Gloria
Comment Written 19-Sep-2022
reply by the author on 19-Sep-2022
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Hi Gloria, that would have been nice, but if I had a chance to get together, I wouldn't need all of that w other known poets, etc... I would want to spend every minute with the wonderful people who I call great friends. I look forward to my visit to FS daily and would be so thrilled to meet you and others. So Gloria, where is FS office or site located? I am guessing the East, maybe NY? And I thank you my dear friend for all your kind comments!
Comment from kiwigirl2821
Hi Debi. I'm sorry you are in the hospital. I hope all is well now. I like the rhythm and the rhymes of this ditty. It makes Tom more human and relatable. Get well quick. Good luck. xoxo Kiwi
reply by the author on 18-Sep-2022
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Hi Debi. I'm sorry you are in the hospital. I hope all is well now. I like the rhythm and the rhymes of this ditty. It makes Tom more human and relatable. Get well quick. Good luck. xoxo Kiwi
Comment Written 18-Sep-2022
reply by the author on 18-Sep-2022
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Hello Ms Kiwigirl. I appreciate your well wishes! Thank you so much for your lovely review and comments.
Just wanted to tell that I had changed the ending of this a couple times, because everyone had a different opinion on how it should go. So I wrote both endings and asked people to vote. Why not? It's all about having some fun! Right?
Comment from dragonpoet
This poem is an nice rhyming poem in honor of Tom. It is so true. He does a lot to keep this site going and everyone understanding how it works.
Maybe it should be the opposite and the members all get together some of there member cents and throw him a Thank You party.
Keep writing and stay healthy.
Joan
reply by the author on 18-Sep-2022
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This poem is an nice rhyming poem in honor of Tom. It is so true. He does a lot to keep this site going and everyone understanding how it works.
Maybe it should be the opposite and the members all get together some of there member cents and throw him a Thank You party.
Keep writing and stay healthy.
Joan
Comment Written 18-Sep-2022
reply by the author on 18-Sep-2022
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Lol, Joan, thanks for pushing me along on the idea to write it.
I don't even remember how we got on the subject, but at first my last two lines said,
'I think that Tom should prove to us that he is really human
Then spend some member cents and plan a great writing reunion"
Let me know if you think I should change it again. Maybe I'll make yours and mine both work.
Thanks for the awesome review my friend!
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You're welcome, Debi. I like the original lines, but, a mixture of the ideas sounds good. Both him throwing a party and his accepting an invitation to a party we throw show he's human.
Keep writing and stay healthy
Joan