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Recent Reviews for CJ Heck

Barking Spiders Poetry for Children (Book) - 1/21/2009 3:04:45 PM
I simply had to leave a note about the title of your book. My grandmother, who lived to age 96, was a very prim and proper lady; so, when on the rare occasion she passed gas in the presence of others, she would say with alarm,"Oh! There's that barking spider again." I'm 64, so that tells you how far back that cliche goes. Of course, it might go further back in time. LOL! Best wishes, BonnieQ :)

Barking Spiders Poetry for Children (Book) - 10/24/2007 8:38:56 PM
Oh, this sounds like such a delightful way to introduce children to poetry! Good luck with it, CJ! Sounds like a winner! :) Julie

Barking Spiders Poetry for Children (Book) - 5/19/2007 4:51:38 PM
This is a charming book of poetry written for children and the child in all of us. The characters in “Barking Spiders” are loveable, fun and filled with the natural curiosity and honesty of a child. Being a fan of Heck’s adult poetry I was more than a bit impressed with this book, and how readers and listeners of all ages enjoy the simple truths and understanding Heck offers throughout the book. My three year old granddaughter wanted to hear it over and over again. The illustrator of this book is Michelle Lenkner; her sketches are personable and add another dimension to an already wonderful book. I would highly recommend this book to anyone who desires to introduce a child to the magic of books and poetry.

Barking Spiders Poetry for Children (Book) - 4/17/2007 12:58:09 AM
Dear CJ Your works are wonderful! Such a unique way of interesting the children! Congratulations on such a precious mission. I've written ten children stories too: the Come Fly With Me series. Two are on my den. Australian publishers are hesitant to risk new authors... one day, the one will come I trust and pray. I look forward to purchasing your books in the future. So glad to have visited your den. Love, Suzie :-D

Barking Spiders Poetry for Children (Book) - 3/29/2007 12:13:44 PM
Hello CJ, I recently received your book "Barking Spiders" and absolutely loved it!!! I was so excited to read it that I scooted on down to the local coffee shop and immersed myself into a world of childhood memories. You have vividly captured the true essense of a child's mind. This is definitely a keeper! I will cherish it forever!! The illustrations were just enough to cature in one's mind the beauty of your work. Well done my friend! I will be sure to share with others this wonderful book! Also, my Mom loved your book and thanks you so much for the personal autograph to her church. She was most delighted with the book, enjoying EVERY poem! She goes on to tell me you have a beautiful talent, very gifted and asset to the lives of children and adults alike. So, on behalf of Mom and myself thank you for opening our minds to our childhood memories. A great book I believe everyone should add to their child's library!!! By the way, my favorite poem is "Mommy's Hands (A Child's Prayer)I could almost feel my daughter's hand in mine when she was little. Thanks again CJ for your autographed book! Smiles, Dorothy

Barking Spiders Poetry for Children (Book) - 3/18/2007 6:42:17 PM
Dear CJ... I just received my signed copy of Barking Spiders and I LOVE THIS BOOK!!!! My husband and I laughed hysterically reading rhyme after rhyme, story after story... I can't wait to share it with my kids! The Letter from Heaven story was so beautiful it made me cry. I was also delighted to see all the fun extras that came with my beautiful book. I am a true CJ Heck fan!!! Please keep me in your email list for when you come out with another book... congratulations and FABULOUS job! For all those of you out there that read this review... BUY THIS BOOK... you'll be very happy you did! Amy Sellers amycsellers.yahoo.com

Barking Spiders Poetry for Children (Book) - 1/5/2007 7:10:46 AM
sounds very good Cj, I've been working on a childrens book, finished it but haven't tried to get it published, it's mostly pictures

Barking Spiders Poetry for Children (Book) - 12/26/2006 6:09:45 PM
Hey CJ, Great book you've written here. You touch on some things I never remember reading in children's poems or stories. I like how, from a child's perspective, you articulate their thought processes which are not that much different from adults with the exception of different conclusions drawn. I found the book entertaining, funny, and sweet. One of my favorites is "Just Like Me", with a great humorous last line. "Waiting" is another one of my favorites and is such a universal feeling whether you are a child or an adult. I thought "Monkey Me" was very funny and true. Overall, I'm glad I have the book and will read it to my own kids someday and any other kids I come into contact with. It would be fun to get their reaction. Thanks very much, Brett

Barking Spiders Poetry for Children (Book) - 3/27/2006 10:40:49 AM
Hi, I'm CJ, the author of "Barking Spiders". I just want to thank you for clicking here and checking out my book! Each book is personally autographed and I include a bookmark, special stickers, a silly doorknob sign for your child's bedroom door, and a Spider Treasure Box for your child to put together. Be sure to tell me who to autograph the book to! Love, CJ

The Hound Dog and The Crone (Short Story) - 5/22/2009 10:43:02 AM
I don't know whether to laugh or throw up CJ! I pick laughter... HA HA! Funny story. Michelle

Just Passing Through (Short Story) - 5/22/2009 5:31:13 AM
That was enough to make ME hot just thinking about the ice blue eyes and the tight butt...well written CJ!! Encore! Love, Michelle

Old People in the Park (Short Story) - 5/13/2009 2:56:39 AM
I love your writing

Mommy, What's Abuse? (Children) (Short Story) - 4/23/2009 11:15:50 AM
i realy enjoyed this storie it touched my i am only twelve but i remeber when i was little and asked my mom the same thing i didnt understand but then she got to my level and told me what abuse was

Old People in the Park (Short Story) - 4/21/2009 1:47:49 PM
CJ I needed a warm fuzzy, and you have delivered. What a lovely piece. I truly enjoyed this...Blessings, Michelle

The Ice Cream Cone (Children) (Short Story) - 6/7/2008 8:01:44 AM
I love the thread connecting generations--even if there is a divorce people are still connected. Sometimes the thread of connection is a memory. I am an elementary school librarian and I think this is a wonderful stroy for children (some adults too). A wonderful analogy to help them understand what is becoming all too common in life. Good work Wendy

Frankie's Lucky Day (Children) (Short Story) - 6/4/2008 4:45:07 PM
I teach-and the interaction between the girls is right on. I liked the idea of the lottery ticket being passed around and coming back to Frankie--it has a very O. Henry feel to it. Wendy

The Magic Banana (Children's Adventure) (Short Story) - 3/21/2008 3:56:36 PM
Thanks for sharing this article. Angela Watkins

Mommy, What's Abuse? (Children) (Short Story) - 10/12/2007 8:58:15 PM
Sometimes we need to see like children inorder to talk to them. Sometimes we have to get down on the floor and be their size. Sometimes we need to remember the little me inside. What a beautiful insight to a most difficult situation. The explination was superb and the writing great.

Mommy, What's Abuse? (Children) (Short Story) - 9/14/2007 9:06:32 PM
this was a very touching story. It's not easy trying to explain something like abuse to a small child. Good write.

Mommy, What's Abuse? (Children) (Short Story) - 6/19/2007 1:25:34 PM
Outstanding, CJ. One of the most serious and difficult plagues of modern society, and you have very tenderly and truthfully dealt with it. Love&Hugs, Rhonda

The Hound Dog and The Crone (Short Story) - 5/22/2007 4:02:03 PM
Way to funny... sounds like both their faces could use a good ironing Walt

Mommy, What's Abuse? (Children) (Short Story) - 5/14/2007 7:13:23 PM
How to explain adult life to a child? CJ...you have a wonderful gift...you are able to put this thing in a way that a child can relate to, her doggie. I am seriously impressed at your insightful rendering on this one. I have a grandaughter who is at the tender age of 5, and with the proliferation of the internet...and the possiblilty of profit from sexualy explicit material, even people who are not perverts are getting in on the act. It disturbs me greatly. what can decent people do? unfortunately. vigilantyism isn't leagal either.........I cry for the sorry state of humanity these days..... Walt

Mommy, What's Abuse? (Children) (Short Story) - 5/12/2007 9:16:08 PM
This short story is short and Powerful! CJ I love your way of writing, it just flowedddddd! You covered every meaningful ? from mom to her child and her child to mom/parent, ETc. This hit real close to home for me, being abused sexually! and the way you explained it, was teary... but, Excellent! EVery Parent should read this! Warmly, WArrior Lady Sheeeoox

The Hound Dog and The Crone (Short Story) - 5/8/2007 3:06:57 AM
I don't often read short stories here, but I will make an exception for yours; this one was quite amusing.

The Hound Dog and The Crone (Short Story) - 4/20/2007 9:14:50 AM
"Eyes sat like two dark astericks in amoung the folds of flesh" This truly had my imagination flying!! This is one great write my friend!! You had me laughing as I visioned the look a likes waddling off down to the next bench! Smiles, Dorothy

The Hound Dog and The Crone (Short Story) - 4/16/2007 2:28:12 PM
"The Hound Dog and The Crone" Bravo this is an excellently written narrative. Strong verbage wonderful characters, and images, top notch! Ooo I visualized it all, and the little side kick dog...wow! They say usually dog and owner resemble you know~smile! Blessings and thank you for the wonderful read, I shall return to read more, From the Heart of an Artist...

Just Passing Through (Short Story) - 4/8/2007 5:47:25 PM
CJ, you are such an INCREDIBLE writer... so many different styles! This one kept me mezmorized! As a lover of horses, western collectibles and country songs I can DEFINITELY see how you were mesmorized by this man... where was the place did you say you were at again?! (he, he, he) Thanks for the great story! Amy S

The Hound Dog and The Crone (Short Story) - 3/30/2007 6:24:35 AM
Now I know why my mother always liked to watch shoppers at the grocery store while I did the shopping. She got a laugh or two from some peoples' antics.

The Hound Dog and The Crone (Short Story) - 3/29/2007 12:02:38 PM
Oh you naughty girl....I doubt if I would've kept my self control...but they say human and there pet start to resemle each after after a few years together...so doe husband and wife!! Oh deary....I hope that myth is NOT true!! LOL!! Love Tinka

The Hound Dog and The Crone (Short Story) - 3/29/2007 3:37:20 AM
Quite a walk in the park, but I fear you would not want to meet me and my four mutts - I best not tell you what we often do!!

The Hound Dog and The Crone (Short Story) - 3/29/2007 1:42:13 AM
Very well written short story from a mischievous little hand which we didn't expexted to produce an off the wall one. Yuck!!! Disgusting old woman!!!!! Georg

The Hound Dog and The Crone (Short Story) - 3/28/2007 6:55:36 PM
Excellent story, CJ; very well penned! Love the ending; reminded me of the time when I was seven and I got caught amid a bunch of turkeys. I got so scared I wet myself. I will never forget it; I was terrified! (((HUGS))) and much love, your friend in Tx., Karen Lynn. :D

The Hound Dog and The Crone (Short Story) - 3/28/2007 5:51:37 PM
Wonderful story and well written - not sure I like your reaction though.

The Hound Dog and The Crone (Short Story) - 3/28/2007 5:04:38 PM
If this is a true story, I bless you for your strong stomach. If this is fiction, I bless you for your imagination. But, as sometimes is said, 'you can't make up this stuff'. I'm voting for true story and as always you have given us an enjoyable read with your keen eye for observation and great writing talent. Yes?

My Own Poems: Personal Favorites (Article) - 7/2/2009 5:57:38 AM
You are so crafted and talented CJ Great idea and easier to find! for the long-reading times... WRITE ON! Warmest Blessings and Love, Purple Lady Passion,SHEExooo

Essay: A Child And A Mirror (Article) - 10/16/2007 1:01:28 AM
Children are simple the little things become so great I wish we were more like that. Thanks for this write.

Essay: Caught in the Middle (Article) - 8/7/2007 11:51:44 AM
Please accept my words of support for your heart-felt, timely, and poignant essay, Mrs. Heck. Let me also thank you and your family for the sacrifices made in serving our great nation … and for the freedoms I and countless others enjoy. We are facing an insidious enemy with no regard for anything other than our complete annihilation. They understand tyranny can not survive alongside truth, literacy, and democracy. The beauty and strength of our country is the resilience of its people (personified by your example). It is why; ultimately, we can … and will prevail. Warm regards ... Reggie Johnson

Essay: Hurt (Article) - 5/19/2007 8:40:46 PM
My dear CJ, As a father, as a grandfather and as a great-grandfather I have gained a certain perspective on life and humankind in general. As a children's poet and author, I think you're terrific. Certainly, one of the best in the business. But this essay also tells me that you're not only beautiful to look at, but your heart and loving understanding is equally as beautiful. Your children must adore you! I do. Richard

Essay: Caught in the Middle (Article) - 4/19/2007 7:35:03 AM
A deep introspective offering!! Love Tinka

Essay: Caught in the Middle (Article) - 4/17/2007 3:08:32 PM
IMHO, it is very necessary to pick wars very carefully. War is an action that is designed to kill people and break things. If entered into, havoc must be wrecked until the foe is totally vanquished. It seems America is unable to do that and what a shame. The only involvement of a politician should be to declare and then step out of the way. More lives will be saved if we first, choose our war correctly and then wage it as if it was a war. I do not agree with this war and I did not agree with the first line in the sand. I believe both could have been handled in a better fashion. I will not state the method I would have chosen in this comment but I believe it would have been just more effective and with less lives lost. Our defense personnally and as a nation should be handled with the belief that it is you or me and fight accordingly. CJ, you certainly know how to bring out the fire in ones belly. LOl loveya Rusty

Essay: Caught in the Middle (Article) - 4/17/2007 3:02:10 PM
CJ, I think there are many of us who feel as you do. We do hear what I think is a minority on the news who want to fight funds going for the service unless we have an exit date. I'm trusting that our leaders aren't dumb enough to do that. We all know it sounds stupid. The terrorist or what ever is proper to call them would just stop fighting until then. Yet, my second worry is , none of us thought they'd take prayer out of school either. Food for thought. Thank you for voicing this. Lady J

Essay: Caught in the Middle (Article) - 4/17/2007 5:39:00 AM
a well thought out and well written essay. I am somewhere there in the middle most of the time but also have moments where I think we should just get the job done and stop twiddling our thumbs-no easy answers to the ideas of war

Essay: Caught in the Middle (Article) - 4/17/2007 5:21:10 AM
Dear author: In WWII we had a good reason, so I think we had in Korea, things started to go foggy in Nam. Middeleast catatrophe started when we allowed us to go into a Mexican-stand-off with Iran November 4th, 1979. We had an opportunity there to be fast and firm...but we wanted just to talk, please don't be mad? After the Pentagon Brass botched the killing of Osama Bin Laden, we gave a much provoked illiterated millionaire a cause that was the way to 9/11. Until then, Afaghaners where pretty happy with our help to kick the russians and their Afghan puppet government. Buch Senior gave the wrong signals to Saddam and the dictator thought it was OK to take Kuwait. Bush Senior again got in love with the idea of his 100 days War, and cut it short of total victory getting the hell out of there and let the iraqis to sort themselves. But no, we can write the books about the glorious 100 days war!!! To make things worse, we bogged us in Iraq without a plan. I feel the pain of more than 3.000 brothers and sisters out there, because they are commanded by Commanders on the field with their hands tied on their backs. If soldiers shot it is wrong...Court Martial, we need to show the world how good we are. If the soldier don't shot...he dies. Nobody had stopped to think and recognize that those monsters growing everywhere are seeds from the first monster we so casually created. With utmost respect Georg

Essay: Caught in the Middle (Article) - 4/17/2007 5:19:11 AM
Written from the heart and well meaning, I do think though that the countries involved in this including my own country of Canada (we just had 8 more casualties last week returned for burial) need to either crap or get off the pot so to speak. Send in every man available every piece of equipment short of atom bombs and end it as fast as possible. This war is and has turned into another Vietnam I believe CJ and unless we either increase the amount of resources committed to it, more good men, like your husband in Veitnam, will continue to die only to be pulled out in a year or so to see it revert back to what it was. We need total defeat there as much as we did in Nazi Germany at the end of WW II. I respect and admire your openess in this CJ. Fee

Essay: Caught in the Middle (Article) - 4/17/2007 5:19:08 AM
An honest and forthwrite vent of your feelings which I agree with completely. We have many enemies within our country and in our government that are doing more harm than our enemies abroad. We a fed a stream of lies from all left wing medias that have confused honest Americans and continue to bombard us from all sides with constant venom for our President that too many people have, because they hear it so often, began to think it must be true. Wake up America the enemy is here.

Essay: Caught in the Middle (Article) - 4/17/2007 5:01:45 AM
Well written thoughts CJ. It is part of and adds to the sadness of yesterdays killings at Virginia Tech. God help us all. One of my cousins had sent me an email about "Guess our national leaders didn't expect this, hmm? On Thursday, Darrell Scott, the father of Rachel Scott, a victim of the Columbine High School shootings in Littleton , Colorado" which actually took place in 1999 and how life in schools have gone downhill since God was taken out of the schools. He sent me the email long before he heard what happened in Virginia.

Essay: Old New England Witticism (Article) - 3/30/2007 5:58:19 AM
"Talking it out" sometimes gives "it" a different hue and thus you learn how to "respond" instead of "react." Good writing that I really enjoyed.

Essay: Old New England Witticism (Article) - 3/23/2007 3:05:35 AM
When we are young, we jump to marriage as we jump into the swimming-pool in summer...with not a care in the world, we think that love is the magic wor to heal everything that needs to be mend. When we are old, we have learned the lesson and secondquessed ourselves about how could all be better if... It is not only in Old New England...it is everywere. Good question!!! Georg

Essay: Old New England Witticism (Article) - 3/22/2007 2:08:42 PM
The beginning of wisdom is knowing you've done all you can and it is time to move on. We know this, we just don't do it. Those emotional strings strangle us. Good article. Enjoyed reading. Elizabeth

Essay: Old New England Witticism (Article) - 3/22/2007 9:46:43 AM
It's a shame that we have to learn the hard way all the time and hopefully gain wisdom from it as you have.

Essay: Old New England Witticism (Article) - 3/22/2007 9:40:36 AM
Well said dear friend, and although I am not from New England I am from the same culture living here in Nova Scotia and yea comparing it to marraige is pretty unique perspective. Though I can think of another Maritime saying that went "You mad your bed now you have to sleep in it!" which I think was one of the reasons that more women and children were abused and mistreated for years until someone finally said hey maybe divorce is the answer. Anyway great article and enjoyed your unique perscpective CJ. Fee

Essay: Old New England Witticism (Article) - 3/22/2007 9:21:51 AM
Never say never, you know what you don't want now. Good thoughts here. Lady J

Essay: Old New England Witticism (Article) - 3/22/2007 9:20:44 AM
Only someone who had been there and done that could have written such a fine essay. What a great piece, and as always FULL of wisdom. Thank you CJ. Michelle

Essay: Old New England Witticism (Article) - 3/22/2007 9:19:09 AM
Thought I'd read something while I have the dinner cooking. What better than an essay, and one that is earthy, introspectively pragmatic, and honest? The main focus of the essay has been reflections on marriage. So sorry that your first marriage ended so tragically. From reading your poems, the love that was mutually invested in this bond never died, signifying indeed the true love foundation of your first marriage. While this love remained and indeed continues, a successive marriage could never ever have survived - abuse of your esteemed integrity notwithstanding. The first three lines in particular of the witticism certainly fits with my life. My wife and I have been through thick and thin even thicker, but have survived one way or another. I think we wore each other out in the early stages. Now we just wear each other:) Thanks for posting your heart on your sleeve. Regards Dai

Essay: No Pride in Prejudice (Article) - 3/10/2007 4:35:24 AM
Hear! Hear! Good write, CJ! I would love to tar and feather all of the Rowdies and Bigots and run them outta town on a rail. Trouble is, they'd go somewhere else and still be a pain in the ... er ... nose! Ted

Essay: Why Write Poetry? (Article) - 2/6/2007 12:58:41 PM
A perfect picture of that addiction. I have to scribble constantly.

My Own Poems: Personal Favorites (Article) - 1/25/2007 12:40:14 AM
This is a good idea CJ I think I will also make a list, although a lot of my own favourites are not on the site yet, Thanks for the idea Steve

Essay: Public Speaking (Article) - 1/8/2007 5:16:15 AM
CJ you are right on. I have been cheating myself because it never occured to me to charge for any of my speaking engagements. I speak a lot at middle schools. I just never thought I was good enough to charge money for it. But Hey! I'm the one who has to take my time and pay my expenses to go. Then I wind up giving away the books. What am I doing? I got it all backwards. (Of course no one bothered to offer me money either, hmmmmm). You have inspired me. The next call I get we will definitely be discussing my fee. Now all I need to do is figure out a fair rate. Any suggestions on this will be appreciated if you want to e-mail me on this. Thanks for the read and the inspiration.

Essay: Christmas is Almost Here (Article) - 12/28/2006 4:02:52 AM
I am a bit late reviewing this lovely write my friend, but still the words touched me deeply even though Christmas has passed, the meaning of your write still rings loud and clear. I agree with you it is okay to pretend and believe, We played Santa with our children for all those years, but on that same note we taught them about the birth of Jesus, and they both turned out just fine...no scarring from using our imagination that was filled with love and family tradition. I think some people just try to over analyze things! Oh, and guess what on Christmas Eve guess who was up late filling stockings and hiding new gifts under our tree...when I slipped from my bed to become Santa, my daughter had already been up filling my shoes and my stocking and Jozie's as well. It is okay to keep the magic alive, after all life is already so full of tragedy, loss, pain, and well...you know what I mean. I face the question every year in my classroom of "Is there really a Sanat?" tough one to address, so I just reply..."As long as you truly believe." Enjoyed this so much! Blessings for the upcoming year, Joyce Bowling

When It's Over, You Just Know ... (Poetry) - 9/30/2009 12:32:03 PM
How comes?...You know what others see but miss? well done.................... that writer.

The Changeling (Poetry) - 9/30/2009 12:30:35 PM
Perfectly-perfect-perfection.

Bumble Bee (Preschool) (Poetry) - 9/30/2009 12:29:50 PM
I love this..but jst to let you know ..we may well think alike............ Bumble bee in my Gumboots Busy' buzz' busy' buzz, as I walk along. I just don’t understand: where is it coming from? Walking up the garden path, going in for tea, And all the while this buzzing noise, By the side of me. Turning looking as I go, puzzled as to what, But there’s no evidence, of buzzers flying round my spot. I’m flicking up my tee shirt, I’m checking on my chest. The buzzing sound becoming louder, this must be a test? I go into the kitchen, the kettles on for me If only I could find out more, if only I could see. I’m looking at my gumboots, and now I fear the worst. I’ll have to take them off real fast, unless he stings me first. I take my boot off double quick; I’m hopping on one toe. A bumblebee flies out with a buzz, And everyone shouts oh” I don’t know how it got there; I’ve really no idea. I’ve gone all cold and shivery, My hair stands up with fear. I’ve never been afraid of bees, Normally I say, But now I'm going to check my gumboots. Every single day! See what I mean?

Bumble Bee (Preschool) (Poetry) - 5/19/2009 12:04:38 AM
This is sweet. Thank you for the smile over my morning coffee!

Monkey Me (Children) (Poetry) - 5/13/2009 2:32:54 AM

Yes and No (Preschool) (Poetry) - 3/15/2009 4:59:21 AM
Awwww this is cute CJ. A really good write. I rate this a 10 out of 10, and thank you very much for helping to brighten my day with this wonderful, childlike poem. May the Lord Jesus bless you, and those whom you love and who love you, and be with you always, and at your side constantly. With much love in my heart, joy to the world, peace on earth & ((((((((((MANY WONDERFUL SISTERLY HUGGGGSSSS)))))))))), your little sister, Barbie

Mommy Angel (Preschool) (Poetry) - 1/25/2009 10:39:52 PM
God bless you! JMD

Yes and No (Preschool) (Poetry) - 1/16/2009 7:36:29 AM
CJ, This is fantastic! What else can I say~ you hit it perfectly!!

The Cookie Jar Adventure (Preschool) (Poetry) - 1/16/2009 6:32:00 AM
I love it!

The Changeling (Poetry) - 1/6/2009 8:31:00 AM
Stopped by and enjoyed your work.

Baby's First Christmas (Preschool) (Poetry) - 12/26/2008 11:24:32 AM
Nicely written. Yes, half of the fun is in the wrapping or un-wrapping! Enjoy the season! John Michael

To a Snowflake: (Children) (Poetry) - 12/6/2008 10:18:18 AM
What a talent! As always CJ, such a joy to read... Merry Christmas!

To a Snowflake: (Children) (Poetry) - 12/3/2008 12:06:25 AM
This is so sweet and I especailly like your last lines!

A Penny for your Thoughts (Poetry) - 9/18/2008 7:05:26 PM
nice, and cuts relatively close to the bone

Permagosh (Children) (Poetry) - 9/5/2008 7:17:40 AM
How did I ever miss this one Its a great piece So enjoyable to read Thank you CJ For this Gem of a write Love & peace William

Dear God ... (Children) (Poetry) - 8/16/2008 9:16:14 PM
Dear CJ, You are a GREAT artistic Christen children poet. God blessed YOU with EXTREME talent! I love doing ministry work for the Lord. Check out my website where "Jesus is Lord." Many Blessings to you as you continue write. John Michael

Permagosh (Children) (Poetry) - 8/16/2008 8:31:16 AM
Grand work Bravo. Honest journey. I enjoyed the voyage Rodney

The Cookie Jar Adventure (Preschool) (Poetry) - 8/6/2008 1:38:49 PM
As always CJ... a well penned little gem!

A Box for Good Will (Poetry) - 8/1/2008 8:56:13 PM
There is always something, somewhere which will remind us of those dearly departed loved ones. In that something there comes flooding back all of the memories which we hold so dear. It is so hard to let go at times the old suit, a lock of hair, an old chair which was so favored by the loved one. This is my first reply in many months. Your name was the first to come to mind, I am so glad it did. Robert

Mommy Angel (Preschool) (Poetry) - 7/21/2008 9:34:26 PM
I love children, CJ. I have four of my own, two grandchildren and one great-grandchild. Last Sunday, I had the honor to take my great-grandaughter Reyanna--8 years old--out paddling on a lake with me in my bright red canoe. My calendar is growing quite short nowadays, and I wanted to share a special event with her, just the two of us alone together. The next day she sent me an email saying, "That was awesome!" I was thrilled to tears. And that's how I felt in reading your heartfelt poem "Mommy Angel," CJ. You have such a unique talent for bringing to the forefront the simplicity of a child's life and their honest questioning of ours. It's been awhile since I've had the pleasure of reading your work. I haven't noted any recent postings, so I went looking and found this lovely piece. Now, like a little boy receiving a mother's kiss on his scratched knee, I feel so much better. Thank you, CJ, for all you've shared with us and for all I have yet to read. You are one of my all-time favorite writers. And for good reason. With admiration and great respect, Richard

Permagosh (Children) (Poetry) - 7/8/2008 2:19:16 PM
This is adorable Cj I love it~`*

Bumble Bee (Preschool) (Poetry) - 6/11/2008 2:17:04 AM
Very Cute :)

The Role of a Writer (Poetry) - 6/5/2008 5:50:41 AM
Great piece, CJ. I was just in your neck of the woods about three weeks ago. Pretty country. Write on, dear poet! Ron

The Rainbow (Children) (Poetry) - 5/4/2008 11:33:02 AM
Could it be that the rainbow is the Creator's signature? :)

Permagosh (Children) (Poetry) - 4/29/2008 1:58:40 PM
so cute! i enjoyed this!