Monday, May 20, 2013

Bringing words to life

Happy Monday, friends. ☺

On Friday I mentioned that I thought my weekend would be busy, and I was definitely right! I missed my Saturday and Sunday posts because of it, and I'm glad to be back today. I hope you all had a great weekend.

Today I'd like to highlight one of my favorite poets, former U.S. Poet Laureate Billy Collins. Like my all-time favorite poet Ted Kooser, Collins writes about everyday life in a very conversational and accessible way. Bruce Weber of The New York Times once called him "the most popular poet in America."

I began reading Collins' poetry a couple of years ago, and during my research, I learned that several artists have worked to create animated videos of some of his poems, bringing them to life even more vividly than the poet's words alone. I'd like to share one of those short videos with you today. I hope you enjoy it.


(Animated by Julian Grey of Head Gear Animation. You can find the poem here.)

Wishing you all a fantastic Monday. ☺

Note: For some reason, Blogger is not allowing me to respond to all of the comments on this post. I appreciate them very much and will be visiting each of your blogs during the next few days. Thanks again.

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215 comments:

  1. Kelly HashwayMay 20, 2013 at 6:40 AM

    Hi, Dana! You've been blitzed!

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    1. DanaMay 20, 2013 at 2:41 PM

      This is a great surprise, especially for a Monday. Thanks! ☺

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  2. DL HammonsMay 20, 2013 at 6:50 AM

    That is so cool! Have a great week...and BTW...you're being BLITZED! :)

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    1. DanaMay 20, 2013 at 2:46 PM

      Thanks so much, DL. This was a great surprise! I hope your week is a good one, too. :)

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  3. Tim KnightMay 20, 2013 at 6:54 AM

    Wow, what a beautiful poem. As a Brit I must confess ignorance of Billy Collins but that truly spoke to me so I shall be off now to look up some more of his work. Thank you!

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    1. DanaMay 20, 2013 at 2:55 PM

      I'm so glad the poem inspired you to read more! Thanks for stopping by. :)

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  4. Fida IslaihMay 20, 2013 at 7:15 AM

    Thanks for introducing us to some poets to read! Btw, you've been blitzed!! (-:

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    1. DanaMay 20, 2013 at 3:09 PM

      Thanks so much! I hope you're having a great Monday. ☺

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  5. Vicki RochoMay 20, 2013 at 7:15 AM

    Thank you for introducing me to Billy Collins. The animation enhances the verse, what a nice way to take the lyrical words in.
    Have a wonderful BLITZY kind of day

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    1. DanaMay 20, 2013 at 3:12 PM

      Thanks for stopping by, Vicki! I'm glad you liked the video.

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  6. Optimistic ExistentialistMay 20, 2013 at 7:16 AM

    I had never heard of Billy Collins. Thanks for introducing me!! Happy Monday my friend :-)

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    1. DanaMay 20, 2013 at 3:19 PM

      You're welcome, Keith. Have a great day!

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  7. Mavvy VasquezMay 20, 2013 at 7:24 AM

    Thanks so much for sharing this! I loved the poem, and the animation was really intriguing. I will definitely have to look at more of Collins' work!

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    1. DanaMay 20, 2013 at 3:38 PM

      I'm glad. Check out Kooser, too! He's great. ☺

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  8. Marie Ann BaileyMay 20, 2013 at 7:27 AM

    I've heard Billy Collins read his poetry before (and love it, of course) but I've never seen his poetry animated. What a great way to represent poetry! Thanks for posting and Happy Blitz Day :)

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    1. DanaMay 20, 2013 at 3:43 PM

      Thanks for stopping by, Marie. I'm glad you enjoyed the video!

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  9. Tara TylerMay 20, 2013 at 7:29 AM

    Hey! I know busy! Look at you, miss poet!
    Would have visited you anyway, but now it's personal.
    I mean, obligational as a blitzer!

    you know what i mean! have a great week, sweetie!

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  10. Christine RainsMay 20, 2013 at 7:30 AM

    What a lovely way to start off my Monday. Happy Blitz day! :)

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  11. JoyMay 20, 2013 at 7:32 AM

    Sometimes "busy" happens when we are totally engaged in life. Hope this was the case for you this weekend!

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    1. DanaMay 20, 2013 at 3:47 PM

      It really was. I had a great weekend spending time with my family. :)

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  12. Sue McPeakMay 20, 2013 at 7:35 AM

    Thanks for the introduction to Billy Collins and the video. I used to store lots of everyday stuff in my 'Memory BrainBank', but these days my PHONE seems more reliable...omg, that's so scary. A.G. Bell must be spinning in his grave, but at least my BrainBank is less cluttered with phone numbers...making room for more useless information and 'Catch Phrases' like...YOU'VE BEEN BLITZED!!!

    Sue CollectInTexasGal
    SkyVue DriveIn...On The AtoZ RoadTrip

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  13. LinWashMay 20, 2013 at 7:37 AM

    I think we all worry that we'll become forgetful. Billy Collins expressed it very eloquently. Thanks for posting that video. And yes, you have been blitzed!

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    1. DanaMay 20, 2013 at 3:51 PM

      Glad you enjoyed the video. Thanks for the blitz. :)

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  14. Madeline Mora-SummonteMay 20, 2013 at 7:42 AM

    I love the part of the poem about the memories going to the little fishing village where there are no phones - just wonderful! Thanks for a great Monday post!

    Happy Blitz Day!

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    1. DanaMay 20, 2013 at 3:53 PM

      Isn't that great? I love it, too. :)

      Thanks for stopping by, Madeline. ☺

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  15. JoanneMay 20, 2013 at 7:43 AM

    great poetry reminder on a Monday. Not just any Monday - a blog blitz to you Monday. Have a great day. Nice blog - glad I got to visit.

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    1. DanaMay 20, 2013 at 3:56 PM

      Thanks, Joanne. I really appreciate your stopping by! I hope you're having a wonderful Monday. :)

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  16. Donna SmithMay 20, 2013 at 7:43 AM

    Wow! Loved that poem and the video was excellent. That's just how it seems to be as things you once knew are forgotten...drifting away! Enjoy this blitzful day!

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    1. DanaMay 20, 2013 at 8:07 PM

      It seems pretty familiar to me too, unfortunately. :)

      Thanks! It's been a great day!

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  17. From the desk of... R.E. HargraveMay 20, 2013 at 7:49 AM

    What a conceptually intriquing approach to poetry! Thanks for sharing. Enjoy your blitz out!

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  18. unikornaMay 20, 2013 at 7:55 AM

    You've been blitzed that's how I found my way to your lovely blog again amazing Dana ..:). Amazing poem...

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  19. UnknownMay 20, 2013 at 7:56 AM

    Looks like today may be just as busy as the weekend...at least for your blog! Enjoy your blitz!

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  20. Mia HaysonMay 20, 2013 at 8:06 AM

    Happy Monday! <3

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  21. UnknownMay 20, 2013 at 8:08 AM

    Blitzed! :)

    Lovely poetry.

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    1. DanaMay 20, 2013 at 8:25 PM

      Thanks so much for stopping by! You all made my day. ☺

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  22. Elizabeth SeckmanMay 20, 2013 at 8:10 AM

    Total blitz, sans the alcohol.

    I need to read more poetry. Collins knows how to structure a sentence.

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    1. DanaMay 20, 2013 at 8:27 PM

      Yes, he's really good at that.

      Thanks for the blitz!

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  23. Judy CMay 20, 2013 at 8:10 AM

    It is always good to get recommendations of interesting ideas and reading matter. Thanks.

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    1. DanaMay 20, 2013 at 8:31 PM

      You're welcome. Thanks so much for stopping by. ☺

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  24. Julie FlandersMay 20, 2013 at 8:18 AM

    Hi, Dana, and Happy Blitz Day! It's great to meet you and discover your blog thanks to the blitz. :)

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    1. ChippyMay 20, 2013 at 8:30 AM

      Never heard of Billy Collins... until now

      Happy Blitz Day!

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    2. DanaMay 20, 2013 at 8:36 PM

      Hi, Julie. I'm so glad you stopped by! Thanks!

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    3. DanaMay 20, 2013 at 8:42 PM

      Thanks so much, Chippy!

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  25. Gwen GardnerMay 20, 2013 at 8:29 AM

    That's so cool that people make videos to go with the poetry. Thanks for sharing. New follower here :)

    Happy Blitz Day!!!

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  26. ChippyMay 20, 2013 at 8:31 AM

    And I meant to post that comment as a separate comment not a reply - I seem to have lost the ability to use a computer today!

    Here's wishing you a Happy Blitz Day for the second time.

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    1. DanaMay 20, 2013 at 8:43 PM

      No worries. That actually happens to me a lot. :)

      Thanks again!

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  27. Jennie BennettMay 20, 2013 at 8:32 AM

    That was actually really beautiful! I love it!

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  28. AnonymousMay 20, 2013 at 8:41 AM

    Hi, Dana. Good morning and happy monday! Have an AWESOME Blitz Day! : )

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  29. Jason "J-Ryze" FoncecaMay 20, 2013 at 8:43 AM

    Wow... moving stuff. I'd love it if the text version was included, I find having the time and space to interpret the words on my own is a really nice option :) Happy Blitz Day.

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    1. DanaMay 20, 2013 at 8:51 PM

      I'm glad you liked it! I linked to the poem beneath the video, but maybe I should have posted the text instead. Thanks for the suggestion. :)

      I appreciate your stopping by. ☺

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  30. UnknownMay 20, 2013 at 8:46 AM

    Great of you to highlight a poet that's getting some exposure through another medium. Maybe this other outlet will open up people towards poetry. Poetry is important in our lives, but as straight poetry (usually someone standing in front a microphone and reading) it doesn't get the love. With some outlets, it can broaden its reach. Thanks for posting!

    Bradley Charbonneau of Pass the Sour Cream.

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    1. DanaMay 20, 2013 at 8:53 PM

      I completely agree. Thanks so much for stopping by!

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  31. Alex J. CavanaughMay 20, 2013 at 8:54 AM

    Hey Dana - it's Blitz time!

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  32. LynnMarieMay 20, 2013 at 8:57 AM

    I never heard of of this poem but love the video that goes with it. I'm so glad I found you. Happy Blitz Day to you!!

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    1. DanaMay 20, 2013 at 9:00 PM

      Thanks so much! I'm glad you stopped by. :)

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  33. Heather M. GardnerMay 20, 2013 at 8:59 AM

    Hope your busy weekend was fun.

    Clever video and poem.


    Bazinga! You've been blitzed! Have a great Monday!

    Heather

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    1. DanaMay 20, 2013 at 9:01 PM

      My weekend was great, and so is today! Thanks, Heather!

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  34. Michael Di GesuMay 20, 2013 at 9:00 AM

    Hey, Dana,

    Nice to meet you! What a very profound and almost disturbing poem. Yet, so true. Sadly we do lose many memories as we get older.

    But as for today the sun is shining and there is a cool breeze dancing through the maple trees of Chicago. Have a wonderful Monday and HAPYY BLITZ DAY!!!!

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    1. DanaMay 20, 2013 at 9:02 PM

      It's great to meet you, too! I love your attitude: today is what counts. :)

      Thanks so much for stopping by!

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  35. kjmckendryMay 20, 2013 at 9:06 AM

    I've never heard of Collins, I'll have to read more of his work. Thanks for introducing him to me!

    Happy Blitz Day! :)

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  36. Nicki ElsonMay 20, 2013 at 9:18 AM

    Hm, some may find that poem depressing, but I find it remarkably comforting - cuz it means I'm not the only one who can't remember stuff!

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    1. DanaMay 20, 2013 at 9:07 PM

      Haha! I like the way you think—and I agree. :)

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  37. Michelle WallaceMay 20, 2013 at 9:21 AM

    I've never heard of this poet! Thanks for introducing me to him.
    Happy Blitz Day!
    Enjoy!

    Writer In Transit

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    1. DanaMay 21, 2013 at 9:16 AM

      Thanks, Michelle! I hope you enjoyed the video. :)

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  38. Tracy CampbellMay 20, 2013 at 9:26 AM

    Dear Frazzled Mom & Writer-Dana,
    Love your mini bio, your banner, and I enjoyed Collins poem.
    Enjoy each moment with your children, they'll be grown before you know it.
    Happy Blitz Day! :-)

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    1. DanaMay 21, 2013 at 9:22 AM

      Thanks, Tracy. That's very good advice. They grow up so fast. It's bittersweet...

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  39. Alex VillasanteMay 20, 2013 at 9:28 AM

    Happy Blitz day! I am (shamefacedly) so not knowledgeable about poetry. I think I have a mental block left over from high school. When I hear/read poetry, like the Collins poem above, I'm always surprised that I like it - as if I didn't know chocolate was yummy and wine delicious. Duh. I think I need to do some poetry self-education!

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    1. DanaMay 21, 2013 at 9:25 AM

      Thanks for dropping by, Alex. Poetry self-education is the best kind of poetry education. I think it gives you more freedom to read the poets you really like. :)

      Have a great Tuesday. ☺

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  40. Carrie-AnneMay 20, 2013 at 9:30 AM

    I don't believe I'd ever heard of this poet before. I'm more familiar with the European poets. That was an interesting video.

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    1. DanaMay 21, 2013 at 10:16 AM

      Glad you enjoyed it, Carrie-Anne. Thanks for stopping by. ☺

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  41. AnonymousMay 20, 2013 at 9:30 AM

    What a melancholy poem but so true. Happy Blog Blitz Day!

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  42. UnknownMay 20, 2013 at 9:30 AM

    Dana, That poem was profound, and unfortunately in my case, very true.

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    1. DanaMay 21, 2013 at 1:18 PM

      I know what you mean. Same here...

      Have a great Tuesday!

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  43. Tiana SmithMay 20, 2013 at 9:32 AM

    Wow, what a thoughtful poem. I've never been much of one for poetry, but thank you for introducing him to me.

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  44. Susan StuckeyMay 20, 2013 at 9:50 AM

    Although not a "modern" poetry fan, that was definitely a thought-provoking poem.

    Truthfully, I thought the poem had more impact as written than as presented through the video.

    Thanks for posting and making me think/consider this morning. #blogblitz

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    1. DanaMay 21, 2013 at 8:49 PM

      Thanks so much for stopping by. :)

      I, too, like to read and interpret poems rather than have someone else interpret them for me (however that person does that), but I think that these animations bring poetry to people who might otherwise be afraid of it, and I think that's important.

      Have a wonderful Tuesday. ☺

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  45. L. Diane WolfeMay 20, 2013 at 9:59 AM

    You've been blitzed!

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  46. UnknownMay 20, 2013 at 9:59 AM

    I have never been into poetry much and have never been that great at writing it. Lovely poem!

    Kathy
    http://gigglingtruckerswife.blogspot.com

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  47. Ian AndersonMay 20, 2013 at 10:02 AM

    I'll have to check Collins out. I'm always on the look out for good poetry!

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  48. Daddy GrognardMay 20, 2013 at 10:03 AM

    I too was not aware of this poet - I'll have to check out some of his stuff. Thanks for the heads-up.

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    1. DanaMay 21, 2013 at 9:44 PM

      You're welcome. Thanks for stopping by. :)

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  49. Laura EnoMay 20, 2013 at 10:03 AM

    Nice to meet you, Dana, and happy BLITZ DAY! :)

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      It's great to meet you, too. Thanks for the blitz!

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  50. Sherry EllisMay 20, 2013 at 10:04 AM

    You've been blitzed! ;) What a cool poem! It pretty much resembles my life!

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  51. UnknownMay 20, 2013 at 10:06 AM

    Happy Blitz Day!

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  52. AnonymousMay 20, 2013 at 10:11 AM

    Love Billy Collins!! Happy Blitz Day!

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  53. Vidya SuryMay 20, 2013 at 10:14 AM

    Hey Dana! Blitzing by. I enjoy poetry - thanks for the great introduction and video! Happy Monday to ya!

    Vidya Sury
    http://vidyasury.com
    #AtoZChallenge 2013 :D survivor

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  54. Theresa MilsteinMay 20, 2013 at 10:18 AM

    I'm at work now, so I'll have to be sure to watch this later. Happy Blitz day!

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  55. Corinne OMay 20, 2013 at 10:19 AM

    Happy Blitz Monday! What a fabulous poem video! I played it for my kids, who also feel touched by greatness this morning. Thanks for turning me on to a new poet. I look forward to seeking out more of these videos and of course, his written work. :)

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  56. Summer RossMay 20, 2013 at 10:20 AM

    I'm here to Blitz you! You have been recognized. I love Collins. Great post.
    ~Summer

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  57. J.L. CampbellMay 20, 2013 at 10:21 AM

    Hi, Dana,

    I'm useless at Poetry, but I when I do read, the sentiment behind the words does touch my heart.

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  58. Zan MarieMay 20, 2013 at 10:23 AM

    Happy Blitz Day!!!! I'm showering you with confetti only you don't have to clean it up. ; )

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  59. AnonymousMay 20, 2013 at 10:24 AM

    Hi Dana, Good poem choice. So loaded with sadness, at least for me. I watched my husband's parents and sister as their brains were slowly eaten away by senile dementia or Alzheimers. I'm not sure what the difference is but, at least in his mother's case, it left her with the knowledge that thoughts were missing, and that she couldn't find them. This poem reminds me so much of her--a very sweet woman who always sent a care package home with us, and in the end was leaving half eaten ice cream sandwiches in her bedside drawer and hitting people with her purse because she didn't remember who they were. So very sad.

    Ah well, on a brighter note, Happy Blitz Day. It's good to visit your blog and I'll be back!

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  60. M.J. FifieldMay 20, 2013 at 10:26 AM

    Hello from the Blitz!!

    I love Billy Collins and that poem. Hadn't seen it animated before, though. Very cool.

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  61. Petre PanMay 20, 2013 at 10:32 AM

    Wow, that's a super-sad poem.

    I still remember the capital of Paraguay, and hope to live there some day, so the poem makes me even more sad to think that maybe I'd one day forget it. I hope I won't.

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  62. Abby AnnisMay 20, 2013 at 10:33 AM

    Hi, Dana! Happy Blitz Day!! I hope you have a fabulous day! :)

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  63. Courtney Barr - The Southern PrincessMay 20, 2013 at 10:55 AM

    Hey Dana!! I am so excited to have discovered your site through the Blitz! Lovely poetry choice!!!

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  64. LeoviMay 20, 2013 at 11:01 AM

    A beautiful poem with poetic images to start the week!

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  65. Deanie Humphrys-DunneMay 20, 2013 at 11:05 AM

    Thanks for sharing with us, Dana. Just stopping by to say hello. Happy Blitz Day to you.

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  66. AnonymousMay 20, 2013 at 11:08 AM

    Hi, I have to admit I don't read a lot of poetry, but it was kind of nice to see the visual interpretation.

    Consider yourself blitz.

    Nice to meet you, Dana.

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  67. Crystal CollierMay 20, 2013 at 11:15 AM

    Not sure I've read him before, but what a great poem! I hear you on busy weekends. Whew! I think you're awfully brave to try and blog all week long. I think that would make my head explode!

    Great to meet you!

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  68. Timothy S. BrannanMay 20, 2013 at 11:18 AM

    And a HAPPY MONDAY to you as well!

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  69. BevimusMay 20, 2013 at 11:23 AM

    Hello Dana!

    And Happy Blog Blitz to you! I've never been exposed to either Billy Collins or Ted Kooser before but since you recommended them I will certainly look into it.

    Sorry I missed you during the A to Z challenge but since I've discovered you now I will put you on my list of people to check out (I'm doing the road trip thing to try and catch some of the people I missed).

    So happy to meet you!
    Bev

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  70. Billy Blue EyesMay 20, 2013 at 11:28 AM

    Monday has not been good, a bit like the weekend, Friday one of my cameras went down so I ordered a new one of Amazon which came the next day but it must have been a warning as my hearing has gone in one ear (water), I got covered in oil from the lawn mover, shower door came off on me when I wet to have a shower after and today I found the caravan had not go everything done when it came back from service. To top that I found out waste companies rip you off to take the stuff away. Hope yours went better than mine. Video you posted was good, lot of work went into that.

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  71. SK AnthonyMay 20, 2013 at 11:28 AM

    Billy Collins is new to me, based on this great intro with really cool animation, I must now look up more of his work. Nice "meeting" you through the blitz ;)

    Have an awesome week!!!

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  72. AmandaMay 20, 2013 at 11:29 AM

    I'm not a big poetry fan, but I loved that poem! Thanks for sharing! And Happy Blitz Day!

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  73. M PaxMay 20, 2013 at 11:38 AM

    I'd not heard of Billy Collins before. I made a video for one of my poems. It was a lot of fun to do. Happy Monday!

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  74. UnknownMay 20, 2013 at 11:40 AM

    What a great choice of poem for your blog this morning. I didn't catch you during the A-Z challenge but am really enjoying going back and catching up on all the stuff I missed. Happy Blitz Day!

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  75. MMay 20, 2013 at 11:41 AM

    Happy Blitz!

    ~MPL
    http://pepperwords.com

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  76. Laura S.May 20, 2013 at 11:42 AM

    I enjoy Billy Collins' poetry very much! I love the style and voice of his poems.

    Happy Blog Blitz, Dana!!

    Happy reading and writing! from Laura Marcella @ Wavy Lines

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  77. Mark MeansMay 20, 2013 at 11:49 AM

    -Looks around...-

    Am I too late for the blitz??

    No?

    Great!! Happy Blitz Day and I hope this helps make Monday a bit more bearable :)

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  78. SpanjMay 20, 2013 at 11:51 AM

    Busy weekends are fun, but they're always followed by a Monday of catching up!

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  79. RobinMay 20, 2013 at 12:07 PM

    Having seen my Grandmother go through this, Forgetfulness hit home to me, to a big aching in my chest to have my grandma back, to the reminder that I fear losing my mind as well, and to the awe that is poetry. So glad you shared.

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  80. saniyaMay 20, 2013 at 12:13 PM

    Well I haven't read his poetry before but I'd o and check out now!
    Happy Blitz!! :D

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  81. AnonymousMay 20, 2013 at 12:16 PM

    Hello Dana,
    I don't know if I will have a fantastic Monday after hearing that poem but it does express in a beautiful and melancholy way something that we all feel and that's what art is all about - so thank you. Hope you enjoyed being blitzed. I'm going to follow you know as I think we're in a similar boat. Happy sailing!
    Clare

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  82. Anna TanMay 20, 2013 at 12:28 PM

    Woah, that's awesome.
    Didn't know there was such a thing as animated poetry.
    Have a great day and happy Blitz, Dana!

    anna
    Deeply Shallow

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  83. PK HREZOMay 20, 2013 at 12:29 PM

    Happy Blitz Day, Dana!!!

    What a cool thing to do with a poem! Love it!

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  84. Sarah AhiersMay 20, 2013 at 12:30 PM

    Happy blog blitz!

    I can't watch the video on my work PC, but i'll check it out later

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  85. L.G. KeltnerMay 20, 2013 at 12:36 PM

    Happy blog blitz!

    Thanks for sharing that video! It was great!

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  86. LD MastersonMay 20, 2013 at 1:08 PM

    I almost skipped the video since I'm way behind schedule. So glad I didn't.

    Happy blog blitz.

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  87. EliseMay 20, 2013 at 1:09 PM

    Happy Blitz Day!
    What a great way to spread a love of literature. Thanks for sharing I'll have to look for his work next library trip :)
    Gladiator's Pen

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  88. AnonymousMay 20, 2013 at 1:27 PM

    Interesting video. So true about forgetting. We really do have some wonderful poet laureates, don't we? Happy Blitz Day!

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  89. Faith WatsonMay 20, 2013 at 1:27 PM

    Hi Dana, Happy Blitz day to you... I'm glad I came. I see you survived the A - Z poetry challenge. I tried for NaPoWriMo but didn't make it this year. Got busy with this new blogging thing and decided to leave the poetry off my site and focus on my wellness writing. But I'm missing the poetic infusion greatly. So... glad I came!

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  90. UnknownMay 20, 2013 at 2:09 PM

    Dana thanks for bringing poets to the light. Writers get so much coverage but the poet is the master of words IMHO

    oh and happy Blitz to you
    hope you feel loved!!!

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  91. KateMay 20, 2013 at 2:12 PM

    Billy Collins is one of my favorite poets of ALL TIME!!! A few years ago, my kids and I tried to memorize a bunch of his poems. I might have to do it again :)

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  92. Ink in the BookMay 20, 2013 at 2:19 PM

    I love poetry and try and teach it to my children. They have yet to embrace it, but that doesn't stop me from trying:)

    Happy Blog Blitz:)

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  93. SharonMay 20, 2013 at 2:28 PM

    I don't know much about poetry unfortunately :(

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  94. VR BarkowskiMay 20, 2013 at 2:35 PM

    Amazing animation and verse! I prefer listening to poetry because in my poor muddled head, the rhythm of verse sometimes gets lost. Lovely.

    Happy Blitz!

    VR Barkowski


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  95. Kate LarkindaleMay 20, 2013 at 2:37 PM

    I've never heard of this poet before. But I shall go look him up now!

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  96. Mark KoopmansMay 20, 2013 at 2:42 PM

    Aloha,

    Have to admit poetry is not my favorite genre - but I admire anyone who can make the words flow like that:)

    Happy Blog Blitz day :)

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  97. farawayeyesMay 20, 2013 at 2:46 PM

    Ha! I remember many things 'that I used to know by heart' a long time ago, it's what I had for lunch today that I can't seem to remember.

    Hey, nice to meet you. BTW~ you've been blitzed!

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  98. Tasha SeegmillerMay 20, 2013 at 2:50 PM

    I LOVE Billy Collins!!! There is a TED talk that he does that explains the reason he was willing to let people animate his poetry. Brilliant.

    Happy blog blitz day!

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  99. UnknownMay 20, 2013 at 2:56 PM

    I love stumbling upon a new creative soul and discovering how much I like them. I'll have to check out this Billy Collins.

    Happy blog blitz. :)

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  100. DobsonMay 20, 2013 at 3:17 PM

    Hi Dana, I am part of the blog blitz that has descended like a plague on you today. It is so much fun to find new folks that are blogging to get to know. I hope you get a lot of attention and some new fans with this blitz.

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  101. AdamMay 20, 2013 at 3:32 PM

    happy monday

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  102. Colin SmithMay 20, 2013 at 3:33 PM

    I'm not much into poetry, but that was good. Thanks for sharing, Dana. Happy Blitz Day! :D

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  103. UnknownMay 20, 2013 at 3:41 PM

    It's always fun seeing what others love. Happy Blitz day. :)

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  104. RachelMay 20, 2013 at 3:52 PM

    How was your weekend? Did it turn out well, even though you were so busy?

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  105. Elephant's ChildMay 20, 2013 at 3:54 PM

    Good morning. And you have been blitzed.

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  106. SuzanneMay 20, 2013 at 3:55 PM

    Happy blitz day! Must admit I've never heard of Billy Collins - that poem's a bit dark, don't know if they're all like that?
    Suzanne @Suzannes Tribe

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  107. KristenMay 20, 2013 at 3:57 PM

    Happy Blitz Day!! I love that poem, and the cute video makes it even more entertaining. You have a new follower in me! :)

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  108. Ellie GarrattMay 20, 2013 at 4:19 PM

    Happy Blitz Day! I'm not really a poetry person but I enjoyed that. Thanks for sharing.

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  109. Susan Flett SwiderskiMay 20, 2013 at 4:27 PM

    How ya feeling? A little woozy? Perfectly understandable when you're this blitzed! Congratulations! Enjoy.

    Loved the poem, but it was a little bittersweet

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  110. Erin L. FunkMay 20, 2013 at 4:30 PM

    That poem was great! Next time I feel forgetful, I'll probably remember the poem instead of whatever I'm supposed to be remembering lol. Hope you enjoy being blog blitzed today!

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  111. S.A. JonesMay 20, 2013 at 4:35 PM

    Happy Blitz Day!
    Loved the poem! I feel like anything relating to everyday life or real life situations is far more accepted than other things; this is just further proof of that!

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  112. Intangible HeartsMay 20, 2013 at 4:40 PM

    I liked the poem but the reader or narrator? Ack. Please tell me that's not Collins.

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  113. dolorahMay 20, 2013 at 4:57 PM

    That was cool. Thanks for sharing it.

    ......dhole

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  114. Elise FallsonMay 20, 2013 at 5:08 PM

    I do enjoy poetry, I just wish I wasn't so bad at it. Have a great day! (:

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  115. UnknownMay 20, 2013 at 5:17 PM

    Hi Dana, you've been BLITZED.

    I'm not much on poetry, but it was worth visiting you for the Realtor billboard from this weekend! I am so using that for my blog.

    Thanks for running a really cool writing blog!

    best
    madhaus
    Burbed: SF Bay/Silicon Valley Real Estate, Housing, Mortgage & Bubble Price Insanity

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  116. AnonymousMay 20, 2013 at 5:20 PM

    I love poetry, but honestly haven't heard of these poets. Thanks for sharing this with us.

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  117. VikLitMay 20, 2013 at 5:28 PM

    Thanks for sharing. Happy Blog Blitz!

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  118. Katrina L. LantzMay 20, 2013 at 5:31 PM

    I came for the blitz, but that poem, wow. I'm moved and more than a little pensive. Thanks for sharing!

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  119. #1NanaMay 20, 2013 at 5:46 PM

    I am late to the blitz today because I'm subbing at our local high school...right now I'm in an art class. I had to scroll down a long list of comments. I hope you enjoy being blitzed!

    I'm going to file the animated poem away in the back of my brain and pull it out one day when a language arts teacher doesn't leave me an adequate lesson plan! Thanks for the new info.

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  120. Melissa SugarMay 20, 2013 at 5:48 PM

    I am also here for the blitz. I enjoyed the animated poem. The visuals definitely added to the imagery. I loved his words and am excited to read more from this author. I hope you are having a great blitz. It looks like it. There are well of a hundred comments above mine. Congratulations on your blitz. Enjoy!

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  121. Deborah SmallMay 20, 2013 at 5:49 PM

    Great poem. I think. The time it took me to scroll to comment I forgot. LOL!

    Seriously, thank you for exposure to a new writer via a new medium (for me--I am a book-a-holic). Take care and happy BLITZ!!

    Deborah

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  122. SanderellaMay 20, 2013 at 6:03 PM

    Hi Dana!! That was a great poem! Loved! Enjoyed reading this post and a couple of others you have! Interesting blog, and happy I visited you!! Stop by and say hello sometime! Sandy of sandysanderellasmusings.blogspot.com

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  123. Al DiazMay 20, 2013 at 6:25 PM

    Hello Dana. Today is day of poems and being blitzed. Have a wonderful week!

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  124. Tami Von ZalezMay 20, 2013 at 6:32 PM

    Blog blitz ~

    Come on by and visit me sometime (said in my best Mae West voice)...

    thriftshopcommando.blogspot.com

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  125. Ron FritschMay 20, 2013 at 6:44 PM

    Loved the poem, Dana. And nice to meet you. Laura Eno sent me.

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  126. AnonymousMay 20, 2013 at 6:47 PM

    Great poem! Happy Blog Blitz!

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  127. TinaMay 20, 2013 at 7:13 PM

    I still remember the quadratic formula...but I was a math teacher. I love Billy Collins. Didn't know about the animated videos. That was GREAT!
    Happy Blog Blitz, and very nice to meet you.
    Tina @ Life is Good
    Co-host, April 2013 A-Z Challenge Blog
    @TinaLifeisGood, #atozchallenge

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  128. Yolanda RenéeMay 20, 2013 at 7:25 PM

    Glad you had a wonderful weekend! It was beautiful.

    Happy Blog Blitz -- and poetry is my favorite, all forms!

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  129. Christina MercerMay 20, 2013 at 7:30 PM

    Happy Blitz!! Your blog is so cheery :-)

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  130. LyreMay 20, 2013 at 8:43 PM

    Happy Blitz Day, Dana! I've never read Billy Collins, but I'm about to start, thanks to you!

    Lyre at Lyre's Musings

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  131. Simply SarahMay 20, 2013 at 9:05 PM

    Happy Blitz! Thanks for sharing the video. I hadn't heard of Billy Collins but I'm glad that I have now.

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  132. LisaMay 20, 2013 at 9:38 PM

    I forgot about Billy Collins and his talents. Happy Blitz!

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  133. JackieMay 20, 2013 at 10:06 PM

    Happy Blog Blitz, Dana! I can't think of a better blogger to have this happen to. You are awesome!

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  134. KellieSMay 20, 2013 at 10:08 PM

    Hi,

    Nice job here! So glad to meet you.

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  135. Maurice MitchellMay 20, 2013 at 10:42 PM

    What a powerful poem and the animation really makes it come to life.

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  136. Pulp HerbMay 20, 2013 at 10:59 PM

    And wishing you a happy tail end of the blitz.

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  137. AnonymousMay 20, 2013 at 11:05 PM

    I loved this - especially his reference to the river Lethe as the source of our impending oblivion - awesome! Good choice:)
    Cheers - from another mother trying to juggle kiddos with lofty writing pursuits!!

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  138. Melgie CampbellMay 21, 2013 at 12:18 AM

    I love the video, I was little busy too..:) Happy Monday Dana:)

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  139. AnonymousMay 21, 2013 at 1:04 AM

    That is a very apt poem for a Monday. I enjoyed it. Thank you!

    Happy blitz!

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  140. Anne MackleMay 21, 2013 at 2:11 AM

    Great post sorry day late to blitz you, I'm on holiday!

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  141. UnknownMay 21, 2013 at 4:21 AM

    A beautiful poem! It's amazing how many small things we learn and forget in a life time!

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  142. Kimberly GabrielMay 21, 2013 at 7:08 AM

    I love this poem and the video of it! I think I might use this with my students in my classroom. Thank you so much for sharing!!

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  143. Deniz BevanMay 21, 2013 at 8:40 AM

    Happy belated blitz!
    I think I've only ever read one or two Collins poems before. Will go discover more!

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  144. ~Sia McKye~May 21, 2013 at 9:53 AM

    I see what you mean about his tackling common every day things, like memory, lol! I can relate. But mine is still good--with a few lapses when I get busy or have a stack of things to do. Wait, I have it on my list...um, anyone seen my list?

    He's not a poet I've read a lot. Thanks for bringing him back to mind. :-)

    Sia McKye OVER COFFEE

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  145. LeoviMay 21, 2013 at 12:07 PM

    Yes, Billy Collins is very interesting, a great find for me.

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  146. Susan OloierMay 21, 2013 at 3:18 PM

    Wow! That is so powerful, and a very visually appealing poem. The specificity of it is so universally relatable. I think this is the first I've heard of Billy Collins. I definitely need to check out more of his work.

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  147. ChanceletMay 21, 2013 at 3:39 PM

    Sorry to have missed your Blitz. Mondays are truly the worst for me to remember! That is a nice poem and definitely relatable! Writer’s Mark

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  148. DanaMay 21, 2013 at 8:51 PM

    Thanks for the blitz!

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  149. DaniMay 21, 2013 at 9:03 PM

    Hi Dana!! I'm late to the Blitz, sorry. Migraines have been hindering my thought processes!! Happy Blitz!!!

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