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Comment from nomi338
I always marvel at the grit of true fishermen. The only thing I ever caught while fishing or at least trying to fish. The only thing I ever caught was a cramp or a cold. I have truly never had the experience of catching a fish. I love fish, Cod, Catfish, Salmon, Trout, etc. However, the thrill of catching one has so far eluded me. I have given up trying and I just settle for buying them at the market.
reply by the author on 04-Jun-2024
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I always marvel at the grit of true fishermen. The only thing I ever caught while fishing or at least trying to fish. The only thing I ever caught was a cramp or a cold. I have truly never had the experience of catching a fish. I love fish, Cod, Catfish, Salmon, Trout, etc. However, the thrill of catching one has so far eluded me. I have given up trying and I just settle for buying them at the market.
Comment Written 03-Jun-2024
reply by the author on 04-Jun-2024
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Hey Nomi, that is too bad that you have never caught a fish. Here in our family, for sure at least all they guys young and old fish all the time, all year long. I thank you for your very kind comments for Tom's birthday poem. You are truly a good friend and Tom will appreciate the awesome well wishes too. Thanks again, my sweet BBBB. Love, Debi
Comment from GWHARGIS
I live Tom's writing. He's very down to earth and I see him as an approachable guy. This was a very nice tribute to him. Hope he enjoys his day and maybe a nice warm wind will blow. Gretchen
reply by the author on 04-Jun-2024
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I live Tom's writing. He's very down to earth and I see him as an approachable guy. This was a very nice tribute to him. Hope he enjoys his day and maybe a nice warm wind will blow. Gretchen
Comment Written 03-Jun-2024
reply by the author on 04-Jun-2024
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Hi Gretchen, he really is a good guy, isn't he? I thank you for your very kind comments for Tom's birthday poem. You are truly a good friend and Tom will appreciate the awesome well wishes too. Thanks again, my friend. Love, Debi
Comment from LateBloomer
Hi Debi,
This is such a lovely and heartfelt birthday poem for Tom Botts. I know that he will enjoy this wonderful tribute to him and his colorful life.
Your poems travels through the life of Tom, and it has good rhyming.
Of special note:
But living close to family, will never become old
(Not unless he buys acres of land in TN or somewhere in the continental USA and moves his entire family onto a compound.)
There's nothing else to say or do, except to wish Tom a very happy birthday, and for him to blow out the candles. Tom, it's time to make a wish. I hope your wish comes true.
Another fun and upbeat birthday poem. Well done. Margaret
reply by the author on 03-Jun-2024
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Hi Debi,
This is such a lovely and heartfelt birthday poem for Tom Botts. I know that he will enjoy this wonderful tribute to him and his colorful life.
Your poems travels through the life of Tom, and it has good rhyming.
Of special note:
But living close to family, will never become old
(Not unless he buys acres of land in TN or somewhere in the continental USA and moves his entire family onto a compound.)
There's nothing else to say or do, except to wish Tom a very happy birthday, and for him to blow out the candles. Tom, it's time to make a wish. I hope your wish comes true.
Another fun and upbeat birthday poem. Well done. Margaret
Comment Written 03-Jun-2024
reply by the author on 03-Jun-2024
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Awe thanks sis, and you are so sweet. Tom will appreciate your kind comments, as I did too. It was good talking to you today. We need more time to talk. It was a nice change. Especially I don't talk with anyone else anymore. Thanks again, sis. Love ya, Debi
Comment from LateBloomer
Hi Debi,
This is such a lovely and heartfelt birthday poem for Tom Botts. I know that he will enjoy this wonderful tribute to him and his colorful life.
Your poems travels through the life of Tom, and it has good rhyming.
Of special note:
But living close to family, will never become old
(Not unless he buys acres of land in TN or somewhere in the continental USA and moves his entire family onto a compound.)
There's nothing else to say or do, except to wish Tom a very happy birthday, and for him to blow out the candles. Tom, it's time to make a wish. I hope your wish comes true.
Another fun and upbeat birthday poem. Well done. Margaret
reply by the author on 03-Jun-2024
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Hi Debi,
This is such a lovely and heartfelt birthday poem for Tom Botts. I know that he will enjoy this wonderful tribute to him and his colorful life.
Your poems travels through the life of Tom, and it has good rhyming.
Of special note:
But living close to family, will never become old
(Not unless he buys acres of land in TN or somewhere in the continental USA and moves his entire family onto a compound.)
There's nothing else to say or do, except to wish Tom a very happy birthday, and for him to blow out the candles. Tom, it's time to make a wish. I hope your wish comes true.
Another fun and upbeat birthday poem. Well done. Margaret
Comment Written 03-Jun-2024
reply by the author on 03-Jun-2024
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What are you trying to sneak two from me on the same one? Hahahaha
Comment from Begin Again
My parents traveled Alaska in their TV several times and truly loved the views. I for one hate the cold but I hear summer is the best time to visit. And Tom must have found the perfect spot for salmon fishing and being with his family. What a wonderful birthday tribute. Wishing a HAPPY BIRTHDAY filled with happiness and blessings. Thanks as always Debi for writing such wonderful thoughts and wishes.
Smiles, Carol
reply by the author on 04-Jun-2024
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My parents traveled Alaska in their TV several times and truly loved the views. I for one hate the cold but I hear summer is the best time to visit. And Tom must have found the perfect spot for salmon fishing and being with his family. What a wonderful birthday tribute. Wishing a HAPPY BIRTHDAY filled with happiness and blessings. Thanks as always Debi for writing such wonderful thoughts and wishes.
Smiles, Carol
Comment Written 03-Jun-2024
reply by the author on 04-Jun-2024
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Hi Carol, I believe your parents knew more about Alaska than many who traveled there every year. I thank you for your very kind comments for Tom's birthday poem. You are truly a good friend and Tom will appreciate the awesome well wishes too. Thanks again, my friend. Love, Debi
Comment from Janet Foor
I enjoyed reading Tom's birthday poem.
Happy Birthday Tom.
Since my son lives in Alaska, I always find it interesting to hear about someone else who like that beautiful part of the world.
Thanks Debi, I always learn so much about our fellow FanStorians.
Well done
Blessings
Janet
reply by the author on 04-Jun-2024
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I enjoyed reading Tom's birthday poem.
Happy Birthday Tom.
Since my son lives in Alaska, I always find it interesting to hear about someone else who like that beautiful part of the world.
Thanks Debi, I always learn so much about our fellow FanStorians.
Well done
Blessings
Janet
Comment Written 03-Jun-2024
reply by the author on 04-Jun-2024
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Hi Janet, that is so cool that your son lives there, so does that mean you get to visit every once in a while? I thank you for your very kind comments for Tom's birthday poem. You are truly a good friend and Tom will appreciate the awesome well wishes too. Thanks again, my friend. Love, Debi
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Sadly no. I have not seen my son in 29 years or any of his 8 children or 6 grandchildren.
Our family summered Alaska six summers when he was growing up and he loved it. He married his high school sweetheart and after our falling out, he moved there.
My last poem, ?An Aberration? is kind of about that situation.
I write him a letter a month and pray every day but so far, God has not answered that prayer. Or maybe, I just don?t like the answer.
Alaska is a beautiful place and my dream is to go there again someday and see my family there.
Tom is in the Northern part of Alaska and my son is in the southern part of the Kenai Peninsula which is breathtaking.
Take care my friend and keep sharing our FS friends and their stories.
Blessings
Janet
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I am now praying for you too, Janet. I am so sorry and my heart aches for you.
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I wish I could take that pain away from you, Janet. That is hard to see a friend hurting so bad. You are all in my prayers.
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Thank you Debi. I have learned over the years to count my blessings and what I do have and not dwell on the things I?ve lost. Most days, it works. But there are days when nothing works to elevate the pain. Those days, I count on my relationship with my Lord and Savior to get me through the day and He is always enough.
My husband is very supportive and I?m very close with daughter and her 3 sons which is a big blessing.
I really appreciate your kindness and your friendship and always your prayers.
Love and blessings to you and yours my friend.
Janet
Comment from Debbie D'Arcy
Tom is one of my all-time favourite writers and this is a lovely birthday tribute to him which I'm sure will make his day! So a very Happy Birthday, Tom! Some great listening here for you and, hopefully, a freshly caught fish for dinner! Thanks for sharing, Debi. Take care Debbie
reply by the author on 05-Jun-2024
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Tom is one of my all-time favourite writers and this is a lovely birthday tribute to him which I'm sure will make his day! So a very Happy Birthday, Tom! Some great listening here for you and, hopefully, a freshly caught fish for dinner! Thanks for sharing, Debi. Take care Debbie
Comment Written 03-Jun-2024
reply by the author on 05-Jun-2024
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Hi Debbie, yes, I agree Tom is a heck of a nice guy. He is definitely one of the good guys. I am glad you liked the music too. Thanks so very much for the generous six stars, my sweet friend.
I also thank you for your very kind comments for Tom's birthday poem. You are truly a good friend and Tom will appreciate the awesome well wishes too. Thanks again, my friend. Love, Debi
Comment from barbara.wilkey
I am a huge fan of Tom. I enjoy his writing, especially his stories. Thank you for being your special self and sharing this birthday tribute with us. I will be sure to send him a special birthday wish. I really appreciate all you do for FanStory.
reply by the author on 05-Jun-2024
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I am a huge fan of Tom. I enjoy his writing, especially his stories. Thank you for being your special self and sharing this birthday tribute with us. I will be sure to send him a special birthday wish. I really appreciate all you do for FanStory.
Comment Written 03-Jun-2024
reply by the author on 05-Jun-2024
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Hi Barb, and you are always so sweet and make me feel so good about myself. I thank you for your very kind comments for Tom's birthday poem. You are truly a good friend and Tom will appreciate the awesome well wishes too. Thanks again, my friend. Love, Debi
Comment from Carol Clark2
A lovely birthday poem for TB's special day. I hope he catches lots of salmon -- that sounds like a fun way to spend a day. Thanks for all the info. you included about Tom's life, especially about his twins born on different dates. Have a blessed week. Carol
reply by the author on 05-Jun-2024
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A lovely birthday poem for TB's special day. I hope he catches lots of salmon -- that sounds like a fun way to spend a day. Thanks for all the info. you included about Tom's life, especially about his twins born on different dates. Have a blessed week. Carol
Comment Written 03-Jun-2024
reply by the author on 05-Jun-2024
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Hi Carol, how are you doing, sweetie? Yes, I love that he is a fisherman. We don't have salmon here, but every male and some of the girls also in our family are all fisher-people. A complete favorite pastime.
I thank you for your very kind comments for Tom's birthday poem. You are truly a good friend and Tom will appreciate the awesome well wishes too. Thanks again, my friend. Love, Debi
Comment from Marilyn Hamilton
Wow. It sounds like a great birthday celebration is under way for Tom. Fresh salmon on the Bar-be-cue. Yum. Here's wishing you a very special birthday with family and friends.
reply by the author on 05-Jun-2024
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Wow. It sounds like a great birthday celebration is under way for Tom. Fresh salmon on the Bar-be-cue. Yum. Here's wishing you a very special birthday with family and friends.
Comment Written 03-Jun-2024
reply by the author on 05-Jun-2024
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Hi Marilyn, oooh, that is my favorite way to fix our salmon. I thank you for your very kind comments for Tom's birthday poem. You are truly a good friend and Tom will appreciate the awesome well wishes too. Thanks again, my friend. Love, Debi