Comment from Tomes Johnston

Excellent

This is an interesting poem that the author has created with this piece of writing. It is touching and sentimental to see the regard that we place in mere dogs.

 Comment Written 23-Jun-2015

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reply by the author on 23-Jun-2015

Thanks for taking time to check out my poem, Tomes. I'm guessing we have a different take on the relationship between people and other animals. I'd be far more likely to refer to "mere humans" than "mere dogs". I appreciate your kind review. All the best, Craig.

reply by Tomes Johnston on 23-Jun-2015

My pleasure

Comment from IndianaIrish

Excellent

I'm glad you have this entered in the Share a Story in a Poem contest, CD, because this is a great. I enjoyed the story of Bob's adventures and I wish you best of luck in the contest.
Smiles,
Indy :-)

 Comment Written 23-Jun-2015

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reply by the author on 23-Jun-2015

Thanks very much Indy. I really appreciate you taking the time to check my poem out, your kind words and your good wishes. Craig.

Comment from ~Dovey

Exceptional

Hi! Let me start by saying that I loved this piece, and I never give a 6 lightly.

Loved by children, known abroad;
by travellers he was adored.

Because I know this is written in Aussie-speak, so to speak, I
'll ask just one question... Did you mean aboard or abroad? lol It works either way, but to my years, aboard is the better rhyme. :)

That all being said, I think this is an excellent entry into the Story in a Poem contest. The rhyme scheme is consistent throughout and impeccable. Thank you for sharing! :)

Kim

 Comment Written 22-Jun-2015

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reply by the author on 22-Jun-2015

Thank you Kim for your wonderful review, and your generous rating! I do know that extracting a six from you is like pulling hen's teeth, so that makes it even more special ;-)

I meant abroad, as the story of his exploits spread to (at least) England, where it was reported in newspapers.

Your encouragement means a lot to me, thanks again. Craig.

Comment from Mary H-W

Excellent

I love it, and the photo. You tell the story well, and I was compelled to keep reading. It rhymes well, without any awkward sounding lines. I love the story and Bob the Dog.
Well done!

 Comment Written 22-Jun-2015

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reply by the author on 22-Jun-2015

Thank you so much Mary, for your kind review. I'm glad you liked my poem - and Bob! :-) Craig.

Comment from lalajovanoski

Excellent

this i found to be very engaging. finely composed, well written piece
excellent contest entry for the share a story in a poem contest.
Very powerfully written and well executed
Thank you for sharing this, I truly enjoyed reading it!

 Comment Written 22-Jun-2015

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reply by the author on 22-Jun-2015

Thank you, lalajovanoski, for reading my poem, and for your very kind comments. I'm glad you enjoyed it. Craig.

Comment from sweetwoodjax

Excellent

this is an excellent write, cd Richards, you did an excellent job writing this sweet poem about the dog who rode the rails. this is absolutely wonderful. I wish you the best of luck in the contest.

 Comment Written 22-Jun-2015

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reply by the author on 22-Jun-2015

Glad you enjoyed my poem. Thank you very much for your kind comments, sweetwoodjax :-) Craig.

Comment from Jacqueline M Franklin

Excellent

Hi, CD...

_ This was such an interesting story.
_ Your added notes really help to maintain the feel of what Bob represented.
_ Great artwork to lend authenticity.
_ Enjoyed the the read.
_ Thanks for sharing a great story.

Cheers & Blessings
Keep Smilin'... Jax (*:*)

 Comment Written 22-Jun-2015

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reply by the author on 22-Jun-2015

Thanks so much for checking out my poem, Jax, and for your kind comments. Glad you enjoyed the story. Craig.

Comment from Linda Kay

Exceptional

Very well put together. I liked how the first verses set it up to have a storytelling feel. Nice job taking a true story and converting it to poetry. I also of course, loved the ending of "you just might catch a glimpse of Bob today."

 Comment Written 22-Jun-2015

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reply by the author on 22-Jun-2015

Thank you so much for your very kind words, Linda, and for your very generous rating! I'm glad you enjoyed my poem. All the best, Craig.

Comment from TAB_that's me

Excellent

I like your poem and your ability to do poetry in rhyme without making it seem like it is rhyme. It reads smooth to me like free verse (my favorite). Well done!

Teresa

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 Comment Written 22-Jun-2015

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reply by the author on 22-Jun-2015

I'm glad you enjoyed my poem. Thank you very much for your kind comments, Teresa. All the best, Craig.

Comment from Nosha17

Excellent

I'm nuts about dogs and doggie tales. This is a lovely story, a working dog who was so faithful and loyal and stayed where he was loved. Good use of rhyming and heart-warming story. Good luck in the contest. Faye

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 Comment Written 22-Jun-2015

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reply by the author on 22-Jun-2015

Thanks Faye for your much appreciated comments. Glad you enjoyed, and thanks for your good wishes. Craig.