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Recent Reviews for m j . hollingshead

The Agent: Murder By Design (Book) - 9/29/2010 3:20:33 PM
Seems very interesting!

The Cats' Paw: Blue Death (Book) - 9/23/2010 11:29:16 AM
This sounds interesting!

Available Now The Wonderful Day children's book (Book) - 5/19/2009 5:30:52 AM
Congrats on all of your books.

A Teaching Handbook for the Non Teacher ... or I must have been mad to think I wanted to teach (Book) - 10/27/2008 7:58:54 AM
I taught in the Chicago Public School Systemfor 17 years. Believe me, my first year (s) were like that too. I used to stand in the parking lot with a co-worker and cry my eyes out. I developed a thicker skin. Still wasn't easy. And yes, there were a LOT of them in each class.

Palo Verde: The Wanted Poster (Book) - 4/12/2006 4:53:56 AM
I’ve been a fan of the Western genre my entire life, and this is definitely one worth reading. The author has penned a very intriguing tale that keeps the reader totally immersed in the story line, and period details are etched superbly. The characters in this book have also been finely tuned, both the good guys, and the bad. I especially liked the main character, Marshal Pappy Watson. This is also the first Western I’ve read in which early forensic science comes into play, which adds a very unique twist to the tale. CSI meets The Old West, and I’m now hoping for a sequel.

The Inspector’s Wife (Book) - 2/20/2006 5:00:21 PM
I read this multi-ploted book from cover to cover. What is they say, "A page turner?"Jumping between plots is a gimmick of mine. Molly, you've stolen my style? Of course I jest. The dated colloquial dialog was different. Though I couldn't figure out the vintage, I found it likable, and I adjusted quickly. Molly claims she writes cozy mysteries then offers you a married Casanova with three children who kill his mistresses when they get pregnant. Then blames them because they got pregnant and thinks he's justified. Like it was their duty to prevent their pregnancy. I don't remember precisely now but, counting the fetuses, I believe the number was more than a dozen. At times you fear for his wife's life. However, you will be pleased when a villain stops to help a motorist fix a tire and gets a knife stuck into his evil throat. Then, I spent several minutes figuring out, in the absence of explicit identification, whodunit. When I talked to Molly about the book she told me I'd guessed right. You read the book. See if you can figure it out. She'll disarrange your mind with all those plot twists. Well, I won't babble anymore. Will the Inspector's Wife escape the lethal hands of the bent copper? You'll have to discover that yourself. I'm sworn to secrecy. Enjoyed the read. (Reposted)

Palo Verde: The Wanted Poster (Book) - 9/26/2005 2:08:25 PM
Wonderful talents!! Lynn Richardson

Palo Verde: The Wanted Poster (Book) - 4/28/2005 6:25:20 PM
I also loved the review and the excerpt of Palo Verde. My father was an old time cowboy and he would've been singing your praises about now. Wonderful job, Molly. Dana

The Cats' Paw: Blue Death (Book) - 3/13/2005 12:11:09 PM
You have quite a way with building suspense in mysteries. Now you're doing the same with westerns, giving credence to my age old adage: Writer's write, and do a heckuva job with all they pursue. Dana

The Agent: Murder By Design (Book) - 3/7/2005 10:22:14 PM
Hi m j. I like the excerpt I read! I like your style on all you write, but most of all, I like how prolific you are!! I only have one book on my belt. *lol*......KEEP up the great works. INTERESTING reads~ BeB~~~~~~~~~

Palo Verde: The Wanted Poster (Book) - 12/8/2004 8:00:03 AM
Loved every bit of this Molly!

A Teaching Handbook for the Non Teacher ... or I must have been mad to think I wanted to teach (Book) - 7/14/2004 10:56:48 AM
Fabulous title - congrats on your written achivement, M J! Robert

The Agent: Murder By Design (Book) - 6/27/2004 3:16:24 PM
oh this sounds exceptional!

The Agent: Murder By Design (Book) - 6/19/2004 4:27:23 PM
Sounds to me a good mystery story. Molly, you can write your stories so well. I'm really impressed. Sandie May Angel :o)

The Agent: Murder By Design (Book) - 5/25/2004 2:33:05 AM
Sounds like a good suspense story.

The Inspector’s Wife (Book) - 5/18/2004 2:44:14 PM
You're an ispiration. I long to have a book published.

Palo Verde: The Wanted Poster (Book) - 5/15/2004 3:29:37 AM
Sounds like a great book.

A Teaching Handbook for the Non Teacher ... or I must have been mad to think I wanted to teach (Book) - 11/4/2003 11:01:55 AM
Once you fall in love with teaching - it is a horse that can't be put back in the barn so to speak. Unfortunately, teaching is one of the most difficult arenas to throw your hat into now a days. This is a much needed handbook and I wish you tremendous success with it.

The Agent: Murder By Design (Book) - 11/4/2003 10:58:23 AM
This sounds like a vastly entertaining read. Vividly descriptive excerpt.

The Inspector’s Wife (Book) - 10/4/2003 1:01:39 PM
The excerpt certainly got me intrigued! This sounds like a great book.... Sara

Palo Verde: The Wanted Poster (Book) - 9/17/2003 2:52:46 PM
Hi Molly: You are a great writer. You have built your characters so well that they just come alive inside my head. Splendidly written and a great book to read. May Lu a.k.a. Sandie Angel :o)

The Agent: Murder By Design (Book) - 8/9/2003 10:55:12 AM
Congratulations, I knew you could do it!

Palo Verde: The Wanted Poster (Book) - 8/9/2003 4:06:19 AM
Agree with the others, great book

Palo Verde: The Wanted Poster (Book) - 6/28/2003 3:09:02 PM
I don't usually read westerns, but I borrowed my grandmother's copy and I like it. I like the cover too.

Palo Verde: The Wanted Poster (Book) - 6/24/2003 2:45:15 AM
Polly told me about this book, and I'm glad she did. Great Cover, Good Book. Thanks Cuz

Adobe Ridge .... part 4 ... Molly Writes (Short Story) - 2/28/2012 12:04:57 PM
A GREAT PLACE TO CUT IT OFF...LOTS OF 'FOOD FOR THOUGHT' IS GIVEN AND THE READER CAN TAKE IT IN WHATEVER DIRECTION THEY WANT TO. WELL DONE, MJ AND ENJOYED. THANKS FOR SHARING. LOVE, BLESSINGS AND FAITH...JOYCE * HIS INSPIRATIONS

Adobe Ridge ...... Part 3 ....... Molly Writes (Short Story) - 2/28/2012 11:52:11 AM
STILL ENJOYING. I LIKE YOUR 'CRISP' STYLE. LOVE, BLESSINGS AND FAITH...JOYCE * HIS INSPIRATIONS

Adobe Ridge.........part 2........................Molly Writes (Short Story) - 2/28/2012 11:50:25 AM
I LIKE YOUR DEVELOPMENT OF CHARACTERS AND TOWN...DONE WELL, YOU'VE STILL GOT ME. LOVE, BLESSINGS AND FAITH... JOYCE * HIS INSPIRATIONS

Adobe Ridge.....part 1.....Molly Writes (Short Story) - 2/28/2012 11:24:31 AM
I AM IN THE PROCESS OF READING THEM ALL, TODAY...THAT'S HOW GOOD YOU ARE. CAUGHT ME FROM THE FIRST SENTENCE AND I WILL NOT STOP READING UNTIL THE END. SEE YOU THERE. LOVE, BLESSINGS AND FAITH... JOYCE * HIS INSPIRATIONS

The Blanket (Short Story) - 12/14/2011 7:32:35 PM
Wow, eerily effective tale of retribution. Very well done. Terry

The Door Part 3..................Molly writes (Short Story) - 11/19/2011 8:25:38 AM
what an interesting twist...i did not see this coming. how fun this must have been to conceive and write.

The Door part 2.........molly writes (Short Story) - 11/19/2011 8:23:17 AM
very interesting connection of a story....and now to part 3....

The Door part 1...........molly writes (Short Story) - 11/19/2011 8:17:27 AM
fun read. i do not know what an awl is, i will look it up...love learning while enjoying a read...and now... moving to part 2!

G'pa's Romantic Marriage Proposal (Short Story) - 10/30/2011 2:17:31 PM
good story and ...i would like to know about the five marriages!

The Blanket (Short Story) - 10/7/2011 9:47:33 PM
A blanket...a comfort in more ways then one! good write!

Cats Can Make It On Their Own (Short Story) - 8/20/2011 5:47:32 PM
ah poor kitties. what are people thinking? jch

The Blanket (Short Story) - 5/22/2011 2:48:40 AM
Terrific story - I love it. Great ending.

Adobe Ridge.....part 1.....Molly Writes (Short Story) - 2/10/2011 4:47:07 PM
Excellent storytelling MJ! I will be back soon to read more of these power packed stories! Thank you for sharing and for caring! Thank you for your prayers, I am feeling much better! May the Lord always bless and surround you with His presence! Much Love, Margaret

The Blanket (Short Story) - 12/1/2010 9:14:43 AM
At least it was not just something she had said. So the brute was brutalized. Good story!

The Blanket (Short Story) - 11/5/2010 4:15:43 AM
Oooh- I love the ending! Great story! -Liz

The Blanket (Short Story) - 9/25/2010 5:52:13 PM
Pretty exciting. Well done.

Palo Verde : the wanted poster (Short Story) - 8/29/2010 8:28:05 PM
This has an authentic feel, the dialogue and setting work well - and it ends with a great hook. Good tight controlled writing!

The Blanket (Short Story) - 8/18/2010 7:56:48 AM
Molly, I really enjoyed the short story. Shervin

Cats Can Make It On Their Own (Short Story) - 8/15/2010 8:31:53 PM
Sorry I couldn't read.

It Was A Dark And Stormy Night (Short Story) - 6/17/2010 6:32:28 AM
Molly, This is a well penned story. I really enjoyed reading it. Do you plan on turning this into a published book? I think it would sell well. Nicole

Beating Victim Found (Short Story) - 6/10/2010 3:06:00 AM
INTERESTING...I LOVE THE CHARACTERS. DONE WELL AND THANKS FOR SHARING LOVE AND BLESSINGS JOYCE * HIS INSPIRATIONS

G'pa's Romantic Marriage Proposal (Short Story) - 3/29/2010 3:10:22 PM
WOW!...TALKING ABOUT AN INTERESTING PLUS UNIQUE FAMILY 'AND' PROPOSAL...! CERTAINLY A EXTREMELY GOOD STORY AND NEEDLESS TO SAY...THE CORRELATION WITH OUR HISTORY IS A BONUS. DONE WELL AND I DID ENJOY IT. THANKS FOR SHARING AND BLESSINGS. JOYCE * HIS INSPIRATIONS

G'pa's Romantic Marriage Proposal (Short Story) - 10/25/2009 2:19:14 PM
Very interesting, M.J. And very informative, and very well written. This looks to me as having the possibilites of being somewhat of an outline for a novel with chapters introducing each of the ansesters then bringing them together as a common entity. I truly did enjoy reading this. Mark

G'pa's Romantic Marriage Proposal (Short Story) - 8/30/2009 4:49:56 PM
Excellent Mj! what a great tribute and so honorable! " Gpa's Romantic Marriage Proposal" I must stop by more often to read your stories, I so glad that I stopped by tonight! May the Lord bless and keep you. Keep on writing!! Love And Prayers Always!!

G'pa's Romantic Marriage Proposal (Short Story) - 8/6/2009 5:14:54 AM
What a history your family has. But, I would like to know a little more about John Dee. That story does sound like another story...and an interesting one at that.

Death With Dignity (Article) - 1/12/2013 10:01:05 AM
Thank you for posting this extensive review, Molly. Love and best wishes, Regis

Death With Dignity (Article) - 7/23/2011 10:13:21 AM
Thanks M.J for posting. Very informative

Ann Herricks’ All’s Fair in Love and Words (Article) - 4/24/2011 5:03:10 PM
SOUNDS LIKE A GREAT BOOK, THANKS FOR SHARING. LOVE, BLESSINGS & FAITH...JOYCE * HIS INSPIRATIONS

Ann Herricks’ All’s Fair in Love and Words (Article) - 4/24/2011 12:22:18 PM
sounds wonderful!

Ann Herricks’ All’s Fair in Love and Words (Article) - 4/24/2011 11:14:55 AM
Just wonderful ~Thank you

book: Bonnie Barnett’s Bobo’s Daughter (Article) - 1/21/2011 7:09:14 PM
You truly have a wonderful way of sharing information in a clear and concise manner, Molly. The authors that you review are fortunate as are your readers. Love and best wishes, Regis

AD's Victoria L McColley’s EVOLUTION OF SOUL-In Motion (Article) - 1/14/2011 4:12:39 PM
A fine review and a wonderful tribute to Vickie and her creative gifts, Molly. Thank you. Love and best wishes to you, Regis

book: Dr Scott Paton’s Health Beyond Medicine (Article) - 1/2/2011 11:46:42 AM
Not for everyone: those who have no belief in chiropractic care are not likely to find much to like, believe or enjoy, for everyone who is open to all methods for maintaining good health Dr Scott Patton’s Health Beyond Medicine a Chiropractic Miracle is a work filled with much to regard, understand, and read with an open mind. I think your note is key to making this review very meaningful, Molly. Thank you. Love and best wishes, Regis

interview: AD's Dorien Grey (Article) - 1/2/2011 11:43:59 AM
Thank you for publishing this informative and interesting interview that reveals much about Dorien Grey. Love and best wishes, Regis

AD's Jeannette Michelle (Article) - 1/2/2011 11:42:09 AM
I am always amazed at your skill at doing these reviews, Molly. They are always original and informative. Thank you. Love and best wishes to you, Regis

book : Roberta Grimes' The FUN OF DYING (Article) - 1/2/2011 11:40:39 AM
Thank you for sharing this well-written review of a book that deals with a most intriguing topic, Molly. Love and best wishes, Regis

book : Kate Dolan’s Avery’s Treasure (Article) - 1/2/2011 11:38:48 AM
A fine, informative review, Molly. Thank you for sharing it. Love, peace, and happy new year to you. Regis

book : Roberta Grimes' The FUN OF DYING (Article) - 12/28/2010 6:45:13 PM
Death Is Inevitable,i.e. Where You Go(Others)And Where She Thinks You Go Thats Another Pondering! Written By Attorney? You Can Die In Your Sleep Tonight Or Now... How Humans Take Their Miserable (Fate) Lives For Granted That They Go Sleep To Night--Will Awaken In (Mourning?) Same Place They Went To Sleep-Huh! TRASK

book : Roberta Grimes' The FUN OF DYING (Article) - 12/28/2010 7:53:26 AM
Interesting review.

AD's Jeannette Michelle (Article) - 12/21/2010 2:21:53 PM
Excellent review. It is informative, pithy, and has piqued my curiousity into ordering an immediate copy of "You Can't Save Them All". Warmest regards ... Reginald V. Johnson

book: Dr Scott Paton’s Health Beyond Medicine (Article) - 11/16/2010 8:37:41 AM
Thanks Molly for the tip. I will pass this along.

book: Bonnie Barnett’s Bobo’s Daughter (Article) - 11/14/2010 10:06:25 AM
Sounds like an interesting story!

Rene P Moret’s HEALTH SCARE (Article) - 11/2/2010 10:24:00 AM
Thank you for sharing this informative and most important article, Molly. Love and best wishes to you, Regis

Rene P Moret’s HEALTH SCARE (Article) - 11/2/2010 6:04:31 AM
The medical profession has been faced with many challenges over the course of the past forty years. Most directly attributable to legal suites and legislation that serves the law professional(lawyers) more than the patient or the medical professional(doctor). Dramatic and rapid advances in technologies available to the medical professionals. As well as the onset of MBA's into hospitals and a plethora of other medical venues have presented formidable issues to contend with while also practicing medicine. The federal government's presence through Medicare/Medicaid and the FDA present even more challenges to be dealt with on a daily, patient by patient basis. Hospitals and special services businesses, testing, rehabilitation, etc. etc. have all become profit driven rather than service oriented. Because of the insurance claims processing requirements burdened upon all those groups by the federal government's intervention through Medicare et al and individual insurance providers. The medical profession in every discipline is overwhelmed with undue bureaucracy. We are witnessing once again the staggering costs and support burdens the federal bureaucracy creates on what is a private sector, free enterprise function. If you believe it is untenable now, wait until 2013 when tens of thousands of little bureaucrats become fully involved in the doctor/patient relationship through Health Care Reform. Love and peace to you my dear friend. Jon Michael

book review: C.M. Curtis’ Return of the Outlaw (Article) - 10/16/2010 6:51:28 AM
Well crafted review, Ms. Hollingshead. I can't wait to purchase my copy!

book review FIRE IN THE HOLE (Article) - 10/16/2010 6:41:18 AM

AD's Richard Buzzell's ZombieStop Parade (Article) - 10/13/2010 8:03:11 PM
Molly's reviews, enjoyed your review. I did one on Zombie, too. It amazes me how two reviews can be so different. I've begun doing reviews myself lately. Yours is still my favorite. Blessings, Joye

book review FIRE IN THE HOLE (Article) - 10/4/2010 3:49:26 PM
Helpful indeed! Seems very adventurous and interesting too Mj! I'm looking forwarding too reading it sooner than you think! Blessings! Much Love, Margaret

book review FIRE IN THE HOLE (Article) - 9/25/2010 4:50:52 PM
Helpful. Having seen the book cover suggested Mickey Spillane. Now I know the story is more realistic and deeper. Thanks. Ps, not that Spillane isn't good.

AD's Richard Buzzell's ZombieStop Parade (Article) - 9/24/2010 10:38:53 AM
Thanks Molly for the review!

LEPRECHAUN First Grade Poetry (Poetry) - 3/27/2013 3:36:44 PM
I like them all. Thank you. asa Atlanta, GA

I saw my President Weep (Poetry) - 12/29/2012 11:33:09 PM
My son is a teacher and was attacked by a student who said that he gave him a bad grade.........my son tried to explain to the parents who came in to see him ranting and raving that their son was being "picked on" and wouldn't listen to the fact that their son had earned the grade he was given. The next day my son walked into his classroom and luckily is a big guy. This student was hiding behind the door with a chair raised over his head meaning to strike my son. God bless and be with you teachers!!! God bless the children! 'Tis truly sad what happened in Connecticut........truly sad!! Love ya! Jane

I saw my President Weep (Poetry) - 12/17/2012 4:19:53 AM
Teachers everywhere today will have an extremely tough day, as will so many parents and children.

I saw my President Weep (Poetry) - 12/16/2012 6:26:08 AM
Awesome write mj My hart still aches for all the victems My prays to all the families May they rest in peace William

I saw my President Weep (Poetry) - 12/15/2012 5:54:31 PM
I cried seeing him cry.

I saw my President Weep (Poetry) - 12/15/2012 5:25:47 PM
I am an educator. I have no words that will make any sense. I did see your president weep. I send you love and best wishes. Regis

I saw my President Weep (Poetry) - 12/15/2012 10:51:49 AM
Molly, you magically have the ability to stir people. Come Monday you'll know the right words to say. Love you bunches, Victoria Taylor Murray

I saw my President Weep (Poetry) - 12/15/2012 9:44:15 AM
It's hard to get ones head around what happened. He wasn't the president as he spoke, he was another horrified parent. God bless you with wisdom and words Monday with your wee ones ...

I saw my President Weep (Poetry) - 12/15/2012 8:48:17 AM
tell them the truth ... the world is a beautiful place but unfortunately there are dark forces that inhabit it ...

I saw my President Weep (Poetry) - 12/15/2012 7:35:34 AM
Crying is such a natural thing...and there is nothing wrong with it. What happened yesterday was enough to bring a nation to tears...I'm glad my president shed tears with us. Peace, Dan

I saw my President Weep (Poetry) - 12/15/2012 5:06:48 AM
many people weeped from this tragedy at all levels budd

GOOD BYE HELLO First Grade Poetry (Poetry) - 11/17/2012 8:52:19 AM
T h a n k . y o u . so much for posting these!! Obvious that you are a great teacher. No one deserves more respect and admiration!! Soooooo cooooool...er, in a very warm way.:) xOx Phyllis xOx

GOOD BYE HELLO First Grade Poetry (Poetry) - 10/28/2012 6:17:17 AM
have you ever put all their poems into a little keepsake book? that would be so wonderful for them, and the parents. Hop Scotch & Popping Bubble Wrap :) Vickie

GOOD BYE HELLO First Grade Poetry (Poetry) - 7/14/2012 7:09:10 PM
Nicely put together! Now let's hear student 10...

First Grade Spring CINQUAIN (Poetry) - 4/4/2012 8:34:39 PM
A delightful presence to behold, and take in.

First Grade Spring CINQUAIN (Poetry) - 3/20/2012 7:23:43 PM
I enjoyed these very much! Wonderful use of imagination and creativity! Z.B.McClure

First Grade Spring CINQUAIN (Poetry) - 5/22/2011 9:57:03 AM
My congratulations and wishes for continued writing inspiration and success to all! Well done and thank you for sharing. Best wishes, Regis (Chilliwack, British Columbia, Canada)

GOOD BYE HELLO First Grade Poetry (Poetry) - 5/20/2011 4:07:09 PM
Spring springs eternal in the imagination of a child and as proven well by your students, Molly.

Haiku .... 4th grade girls (Poetry) - 5/17/2011 12:15:24 PM
GREAT HAIKUS...I ENJOYED THEM BECAUSE I COULD SEE WHAT YOU WERE WRITING ABOUT. THANK YOU. JOYCE BELL ATLANTA, GEORGIA

Benazir Bhutto (Poetry) - 5/12/2011 7:22:06 PM
your tribute,M.J., will keep our memory of Benazir Bhutto alive, and inspire us to hope for that better world she dreamed of! ~Z.B.McClure

GOOD BYE HELLO First Grade Poetry (Poetry) - 5/12/2011 7:15:16 PM
Very uplifting and welcome poem! Really gets me thinking about what this change of seasons means to these first graders. I commend you M.J. for sharing their voices, and to you students... A+ the way! ~Z.B.McClure

First Grade Spring CINQUAIN (Poetry) - 5/12/2011 4:09:28 AM
HAPPY AND JOYFUL. EACH ONE IS SO BEAUTIFUL! THANK YOU! LOTS OF LOVE... JOYCE BELL ATLANTA, GEORGIA

FIRST GRADE POETRY (Poetry) - 4/24/2011 5:24:27 PM
I ENJOYED EVERY LINE...THANK YOU FOR TELLING ME ABOUT YOU. EVERY ONE OF YOU DID A VERY GOOD JOB. LOVE AND BLESSINGS, JOYCE - ATLANTA, GEORGIA

GOOD BYE HELLO First Grade Poetry (Poetry) - 4/24/2011 5:18:51 PM
HELLO TO YOU AND THANK YOU - I LOVED EVERY LINE ABOUT SPRING. LOVE YOU ALL! JOYCE - ATLANTA, GEORGIA

GOOD BYE HELLO First Grade Poetry (Poetry) - 4/20/2011 6:36:55 PM
M.J., they are such gifted little folk are they not my dear friend! All are delightful. I bid you love and peace. Jon Michael

GOOD BYE HELLO First Grade Poetry (Poetry) - 4/18/2011 10:50:01 PM
Thank You M J for your children's awesome postings Love & peace be with you William

GOOD BYE HELLO First Grade Poetry (Poetry) - 4/17/2011 6:39:56 PM
Splendid and delightful; your words really do get me in the mood for spring. Thank you! Keep on writing. Best wishes, Regis Auffray (BC, Canada)

GOOD BYE HELLO First Grade Poetry (Poetry) - 4/17/2011 4:21:48 PM
quite a bunch of talented students!

GOOD BYE HELLO First Grade Poetry (Poetry) - 4/15/2011 9:33:28 PM
Our future in poetry looks bright with the writing of these gifted children. Namaste Tony

GOOD BYE HELLO First Grade Poetry (Poetry) - 4/14/2011 10:39:27 AM
wonderful poems-cheered me right up!

GOOD BYE HELLO First Grade Poetry (Poetry) - 4/14/2011 6:50:52 AM
Hello First Graders...what a great group of poets, all. Cheers, Dan

GOOD BYE HELLO First Grade Poetry (Poetry) - 4/14/2011 2:24:48 AM
Hello, First Graders - I like all of your Spring Poems!

GOOD BYE HELLO First Grade Poetry (Poetry) - 4/13/2011 8:36:51 PM
I really like student # 4 with 'Springs in sight' line. Feels nice. And I also like student #9 with motorcyles and puppies a fun and new combination that makes me smile. Congratulations to all nine poetry writers. From Paul in Japan.

GOOD BYE HELLO First Grade Poetry (Poetry) - 4/13/2011 4:22:18 PM
More delights from very gifted children. Yes! John

GOOD BYE HELLO First Grade Poetry (Poetry) - 4/13/2011 3:46:32 PM
HaHaHa, how delightful! Out of the mouth of babes...

GOOD BYE HELLO First Grade Poetry (Poetry) - 4/13/2011 12:22:20 PM
These are very cute, Molly. These children know their priorities. Thank you so much for sharing and letting me smile today. May The Lord Jesus bless you, and those whom you love, and be with you always, and at your side constantly. With much love in my heart, joy to the world, peaceon earth, & ((((((((((MANY WONDERFUL SISTERLY HUGGGGSSSS)))))))))), your little den sister, Barbie

GOOD BYE HELLO First Grade Poetry (Poetry) - 4/13/2011 11:33:26 AM
What can I say that hasn't been said before: Very cute and in some cases very creative. Mark

GOOD BYE HELLO First Grade Poetry (Poetry) - 4/13/2011 10:56:23 AM
Very creative 1st graders! I love it! Peace, Dayvid

First Grade Spring CINQUAIN (Poetry) - 4/12/2011 3:54:02 PM
M.J., your considerable influence and inspiration is so evident through the creative words and works of these students. I bid you love and peace my dear friend. Jon Michael

First Grade Spring CINQUAIN (Poetry) - 4/12/2011 7:48:10 AM
These are all great cinquains. You have taught them well.

First Grade Spring CINQUAIN (Poetry) - 4/11/2011 2:15:15 AM
All very lovely Odes to Spring!

First Grade Spring CINQUAIN (Poetry) - 4/10/2011 1:09:55 AM
Again, it's not just word choice but the range of vocabulary and what these young poets can do with words that's so impressive and meaningful. John

First Grade Spring CINQUAIN (Poetry) - 4/8/2011 5:33:41 AM
nice and I learnt something new

MARCH: Lion & Lamb First Grade Diamante (Poetry) - 4/7/2011 10:24:03 AM
I'd probably flunk this test, mj, but high marks for all nine students. I'd probably violate the rules and write one about the lamb lying down with the lion. -gene.

First Grade Spring CINQUAIN (Poetry) - 4/6/2011 11:11:19 AM
Applause for your student, m.j., and for you. -gene.

First Grade Spring CINQUAIN (Poetry) - 4/6/2011 9:20:57 AM
Cute. God bless, Lew

First Grade Spring CINQUAIN (Poetry) - 4/6/2011 6:37:28 AM
I am sure your kids do not have to work too hard to make your day...these Cinquain are great. Cheers, Dan

First Grade Spring CINQUAIN (Poetry) - 4/6/2011 4:28:22 AM
I very much liked student 4 because of the happy animals idea. And I also liked number 8 because of the warm freedom on the grass idea. And all the students should be congratulated for making such nice poems with the very stick rules of this type of poetry. Congratulations to all.

FIRST GRADE POETRY (Poetry) - 4/4/2011 7:33:50 AM
Keep up the good work you are on the way to becoming fine poets!

FIRST GRADE POETRY (Poetry) - 4/3/2011 8:11:56 AM
Fine poetry from minds still very young. An inspiring teacher has challenged imaginations with marvelous results. I bid you love and peace my dear friend. Jon Michael

FIRST GRADE POETRY (Poetry) - 4/1/2011 10:23:24 AM
Delightful creations! Keep up the good work. Best wishes, Regis (BC, Canada)

FIRST GRADE POETRY (Poetry) - 4/1/2011 10:00:13 AM
these are positively lovely!

FIRST GRADE POETRY (Poetry) - 4/1/2011 8:47:21 AM
My eyes are tree bark brown My arms are funny My heart is filled with smiles I live in a rock house Poets are born and then we "educate" the poetry out of them. This is great. Thanks for sharing.

FIRST GRADE POETRY (Poetry) - 4/1/2011 5:42:38 AM
Out of the mouths of babes. God bless, Lew

FIRST GRADE POETRY (Poetry) - 4/1/2011 5:39:12 AM
I love this

FIRST GRADE POETRY (Poetry) - 4/1/2011 4:02:31 AM
I enjoyed all the poetry. This time I really like Student number eight because of the words: I never be mean to my parents My friends nice I live in a brick house It's a great poem.

FIRST GRADE POETRY (Poetry) - 4/1/2011 3:59:09 AM
Marvelous poetry, indeed. And after another week of dealing with animal cruelty, it's very refreshing to hear that your students are nice to their pets.

MARCH: Lion & Lamb First Grade Diamante (Poetry) - 3/29/2011 7:28:24 PM
SO...GOOD! YOU ALL DID THIS VERY, VERY WELL! THANK YOU AND LOTS OF LOVE. ATLANTA, GEORGIA

MARCH: Lion & Lamb First Grade Diamante (Poetry) - 3/27/2011 6:55:05 AM
EACH AN OUTSTANDING OFFERING THANKS FOR SHARING LOVE & PEACE BE WITH YOU William

MARCH: Lion & Lamb First Grade Diamante (Poetry) - 3/25/2011 6:47:23 AM
Delightful! Student five tugged at my personal sense of humor and values. Though not one of them wrote with any trace of inferiority or mediocrity. Give them all a gold star for creativity. I bid you and the first grade, joy, peace and love my dear friend. Jon Michael

MARCH: Lion & Lamb First Grade Diamante (Poetry) - 3/24/2011 6:06:20 PM
Such power and energy in the language of these buds; range, aptness, form and insight. Kudos! John Singapore

MARCH: Lion & Lamb First Grade Diamante (Poetry) - 3/24/2011 5:01:05 PM
Love them all... Cheers to your young poets, Dan

MARCH: Lion & Lamb First Grade Diamante (Poetry) - 3/24/2011 9:07:00 AM
What creative young poets!! I love these very much and thank you for sharing them!

MARCH: Lion & Lamb First Grade Diamante (Poetry) - 3/24/2011 7:47:34 AM
Hello everyone. I'm from Japan, but was born in San Francisco, California. And grew up in Pittsburg California. Can you find that little town on the map? It's near Concord and next to the river that goes out to the Golden Gate Bridge. Pittsburg is 40 miles east of San Francisco. I like all those poems. One line I like is 'FLUFFY FARM WILD GOBBLE'. That's very poetic. I also like 'FLUFF PUFF WILD ROAR'. My favorite is student #9 with the line 'LAMB CUTE WARM' because I raised up a baby lamb when I was a boy. I give it milk from a bottle until he became a big sheep. So the words Lamb Cute Warm made me have that memory and made me feel good. But I liked all the poems with the good suject. Keep writing and learning good english, because writing is so fun and important for comunication.

MARCH: Lion & Lamb First Grade Diamante (Poetry) - 3/24/2011 6:32:04 AM
These are great! Congratulations on a fine literary effort and keep up the good work. Best wishes, Regis Auffray (Chilliwack, British Columbia, Canada)

MARCH: Lion & Lamb First Grade Diamante (Poetry) - 3/24/2011 5:12:49 AM
These are all really great! It's wonderful that each differs from the other,even with the same words. Excellent work,students and teacher!;-) Eileen Roseville California (near Sacramento)

MARCH: Lion & Lamb First Grade Diamante (Poetry) - 3/24/2011 4:47:42 AM
Another B-A-A-A-A-ING Good Job by Your First Graders, Molly. Truly Enjoyed!

MARCH: Lion & Lamb First Grade Diamante (Poetry) - 3/24/2011 4:40:37 AM
Or is it the other way around? God bless, Lew

LEPRECHAUN First Grade Poetry (Poetry) - 3/22/2011 4:24:53 AM
WONDERFUL AND ENJOYED! WHAT A GREAT JOB! THANKS FOR SHARING THIS POEM WITH ME. I LIVE IN ATLANTA, GEORGIA - USA

LEPRECHAUN First Grade Poetry (Poetry) - 3/15/2011 6:56:06 AM
your students have excelled from at the acrostic form ... well done! Bronx, New York

LEPRECHAUN First Grade Poetry (Poetry) - 3/13/2011 12:01:22 PM
Very nicely done! I love it! Elizabeth Parker Las Vegas, NV

LEPRECHAUN First Grade Poetry (Poetry) - 3/12/2011 4:25:19 PM
So good to see all of you students learning poetry! Very good to read.Thank you for sharing! You have a excellent teacher! Eileen Roseville, California

LEPRECHAUN First Grade Poetry (Poetry) - 3/12/2011 9:01:18 AM
very clever stuff, i am from Utha in the US, i am also a techer!

LEPRECHAUN First Grade Poetry (Poetry) - 3/10/2011 10:48:33 PM
This is brilliant, a delight to ponder. Erin Elizabeth Kelly-Moen

Santachaun . . First Grade (Poetry) - 3/10/2011 5:20:22 PM
These kids are more than just clever, they are highly creative...i wonder if the teacher has anything to do with this; good nurture is a true blessing. John

FIRST GRADE BOO halloween ACROSTIC (Poetry) - 3/10/2011 5:15:24 PM
i'm late coming here but these are timeless little beauties and lateness doesn't matter; Jude's right - young poets! John

LEPRECHAUN First Grade Poetry (Poetry) - 3/10/2011 10:09:44 AM
Very cute indeed. God bless, Lew Maryland

LEPRECHAUN First Grade Poetry (Poetry) - 3/9/2011 8:08:23 PM
Oh how absolutely sweet this is filled with imagination and a twinkle in the eyes... Be always safe, Karen Texas

LEPRECHAUN First Grade Poetry (Poetry) - 3/9/2011 6:38:29 PM
These poems are fun, exciting and clever. I am so lucky to have read them. Good Job! From, Morgan Boston, MA

LEPRECHAUN First Grade Poetry (Poetry) - 3/9/2011 5:31:35 PM
E-e-e-e-e-k surely holds sway in these acrostics. In first grade I believe it took me the entire first half to learn to hold a pencil in my right hand. I was a lefty and my first grade teacher, a family friend would not hear of it. Your remarkably creative students are writing marvelous acrostics. An atmosphere of great trust exists within your class. Bravo, as I know it is the mood set by the teacher. I bid you love and peace M.J. From county Sussex in Delaware. Jon Michael

LEPRECHAUN First Grade Poetry (Poetry) - 3/9/2011 5:14:36 PM
Delightful! John

LEPRECHAUN First Grade Poetry (Poetry) - 3/9/2011 12:11:14 PM
Here, in southern New Jersey, we'd recommend a big A for each of the student Acrostic poems. And, E e-e-e-e-k, perhaps an A-plus for Student 8. Thanks to one and all. -gene.

LEPRECHAUN First Grade Poetry (Poetry) - 3/9/2011 10:39:51 AM
Very nicely done. Congratulations to all and keep on writing. Best wishes, Regis

LEPRECHAUN First Grade Poetry (Poetry) - 3/9/2011 8:01:42 AM
I enjoyed all of the students poetry especially when they used the "R" words; Romp, red, rainbow, and because I am from Portland, Oregon where we get lots of RAIN! Cheers, Dan

LEPRECHAUN First Grade Poetry (Poetry) - 3/9/2011 5:59:14 AM
I'm from Tokyo. I really like the idea of that kind of poetry. I really liked all the students poems. Eeeek, was funny. My favorite is student #8. The words seemed to flow very nicely. And student #6 made me laugh with 'party rain'. Very talented students. Thanks for sharing.

LEPRECHAUN First Grade Poetry (Poetry) - 3/9/2011 5:19:10 AM
I've missed your delightful student postings, and I especially like the use of E-e-e-e-e-k!

I CAN'T Write a Poem (Poetry) - 2/18/2011 9:37:12 PM
YES :) Amor

Santachaun . . First Grade (Poetry) - 2/3/2011 11:19:26 PM
This is very creative, an independent thinker!

Coffeyville -Bartlesville (Poetry) - 12/31/2010 5:54:23 AM
I hope and pray that things are now better! Well written MJ! Thank you for sharing! All the best for the new year! Much Love, Margaret

Santachaun . . First Grade (Poetry) - 12/21/2010 7:09:15 PM
Precious!! What a wonderful job you guys have done!! Love the bowler hat. Holly's a great touch, too !! More, please!! :) Phyllis :)

And I STILL Remember Daddy (Poetry) - 12/11/2010 8:36:35 AM
Moving indeed for me, who lost a beloved father. R

Santachaun . . First Grade (Poetry) - 11/2/2010 3:24:14 PM
And why could you not have been my teacher? Alright, I know I am older than you but would have loved to have learned from you long ago.

Santachaun . . First Grade (Poetry) - 10/26/2010 4:38:06 PM
Your students are quite creative; I bet you love teaching them. I never would have thought of a SantaChaun. Continued success in both careers: writing and teaching. Barbara Henry

Thanksgiving (Poetry) - 10/26/2010 4:35:41 PM
Delightful description of Thanksgiving,m.j.! Thoroughly enjoyable. Continued success~ Barbara Henry

And, I STILL can't write a poem (Poetry) - 9/29/2010 3:44:23 AM
Inspiring write.

Thanksgiving (Poetry) - 9/29/2010 3:40:56 AM
Keep up the good work. God bless you and yours.

Santachaun . . First Grade (Poetry) - 9/29/2010 3:37:16 AM
Lovely

Thanksgiving (Poetry) - 8/19/2010 7:18:56 AM
YES, THAT'S ME BELOW, IT WASN'T UNTIL I HAD SUBMITTED THAT I REALIZED I HADN'T SIGNED IN AND CONSIDERING THE MISSPELL(I REALLY DO NEED TO READ-OVER BEFORE SUBMITTING)AND THE FACT THAT THIS IS REALLY A LOVELY WORK OF LOVE, I DECIDED TO FOLLOW UP. GOD BLESS, JOYCE * HIS INSPIRATIONS

Thanksgiving (Poetry) - 8/19/2010 7:16:01 AM
YOU ARE 'PLANTING' SUCH LOVELY SEEDS...I PRAY ONE DAY THE HARVEST WILL BE GREAT. THANKS FOR SHARING, MJ, LOVE AND BLESSINGS, JOYCE * HIS INSPIRATING

Santachaun . . First Grade (Poetry) - 8/19/2010 1:05:57 AM
I don't know how I missed thisone, but then I haven't been well either. This is really cute and creates a very humorous visual. Thank you for sharing. May the Lord Bless you, and those whom you love, and be with you always, and walk by your side. With love in my heart, joy to the world, peace on earth, & ((((((((((MANY WONDERFUL SISTERLY HUGGGGSSSS)))))))))), your little sister Barbie.

Santachaun . . First Grade (Poetry) - 8/3/2010 6:35:44 PM
That is so cute. Please continue to keep creativity and imagination alive and kicking with our kids.

Happy Birthday Maggie May ............ Molly's Poems (Poetry) - 7/6/2010 12:58:28 PM
HAPPY BIRTHDAY, INDEED! SHE IS ONE FINE LOOKING YOUNG LADY AND SHE HAS COME A LONG, LONG WAYS IN A SHORT PERIOD OF TIME...THANKS TO THE HEARTS OF YOU AND YOUR HUSBAND. GOD BLESS YOU AND MUCH CONTINUED 'INSIGHT' AS YOU FOLLOW THE CALLING ON YOUR LIFE. LOVE, JOYCE * HIS INSPIRATION

Stupid People ....Molly's Poems (Poetry) - 7/6/2010 12:53:39 PM
MJ...BASED ON ONE OF YOUR REVIEWERS COMMENTS ON MAGGIE MAY, HAPPY BIRTHDAY I HAD TO COME TO SEE THIS PICTURE FROM A YEAR AGO THAT HE SPOKE OF. WHAT A CUTE, SWEET LITTLE PUPPY...YOU ARE RIGHT...I DON'T KNOW HOW ANYONE COULD DO WHAT THEY DID AND I THANK GOD TOO THAT YOU CAME ALONG. LOVE AND BLESSINGS, JOYCE * HIS INSPIRATIONS

More Hats ............. 4th Grade (Poetry) - 7/5/2010 4:25:41 PM
Hats And Terrific Students

Santachaun . . First Grade (Poetry) - 7/5/2010 4:19:16 PM
Shakespeare invented words. What could be a better creative endeavor than emulating the greatest writer in the English language?

Santachaun . . First Grade (Poetry) - 6/29/2010 12:59:09 AM
Although I'm late in reading this, it made me smile.clever work!

Benazir Bhutto (Poetry) - 6/28/2010 2:23:47 PM
Yes very sad indeed... May the Lord bless you MJ for your thoughtful tribute! Thanks for sharing and for caring! Much Love, Margaret

Santachaun . . First Grade (Poetry) - 6/27/2010 1:21:41 AM
Being a part of a leprechaun brothers trio I can understand you didn't get a picture of that fat Xmas boy with a fake beard! (LOL) Georg

SPAY is NOT a four letter word (Poetry) - 6/25/2010 12:34:09 PM
YOU AND YOUR HUSBAND HAVE CERTAINLY RENDERED A MOST NEEDED KINDNESS TO THE ABANDONED AND STRAYS YOU HAVE TAKEN IN. SOME GET IT AND SOME DON'T...THANK GOD YOU TWO DO. THANKS FOR SHARING. LOVE AND BLESSINGS, JOYCE*HIS INSPIRATIONS

Benazir Bhutto (Poetry) - 6/21/2010 7:25:33 AM
I HAVE JUST COME BACK TO AD AFTER READING UP ON THIS TRAGIC OCCURRENCE. I DID NOT RECALL THE NAME, BUT, AFTER GOOGLING IT, I RECALLED THE ASSASSINATION. THOSE WILLING TO PUT THEMSELVES IN HARMS WAY FOR A CAUSE THAT THEY DEEM WORTHY...ARE FAR AND INBETWEEN. THANKS FOR SHARING. LOVE AND BLESSINGS, JOYCE * HIS INSPIRATIONS

HISS grade 1 HALLOWEEN acrostic (Poetry) - 6/19/2010 5:29:24 PM
My goodness what a work!!! "HISS grade 1 HALLOWEEN acrostic" very interesting and what a wonderful Teacher of love and compassion you are MJ! I am sorry I missed this one! I must stop by more often! May the Lord bless and sustain you at all times and seasons of your life! Thank you for sharing and caring especially for the little people...yes the children!!! Much Love, Margaret

Santachaun . . First Grade (Poetry) - 6/17/2010 6:11:58 AM
Very clever indeed! Nicole

Santachaun . . First Grade (Poetry) - 6/9/2010 3:36:37 PM
This is very charming and gives me a very big smile! What a lovely invention! ~Elizabeth

Santachaun . . First Grade (Poetry) - 6/9/2010 12:25:56 PM
This made me smile....thanks for sharing.... PS: Sorry for the LATe visit....lol!! Love Tinka

Santachaun . . First Grade (Poetry) - 6/8/2010 7:51:38 AM
I think this is very cute and shows a vivid imagination.

Benazir Bhutto (Poetry) - 6/8/2010 5:54:00 AM
What a sad realization that Benazir Bhutto has been gone for 2 1/2 years and the conflict rages on. Cheers with hopes for peace, Dan

Santachaun . . First Grade (Poetry) - 6/8/2010 5:51:14 AM
A collection of free thinkers...well done. Cheers, Dan

Not Our Dog (Poetry) - 4/3/2010 3:25:52 PM
YOUR ATTACHMENT TO A WONDERFUL ANIMAL GREW QUICKLY AND EVENTUALLY YOUR HUSBAND (THOUGH HE DIDN'T WANT TO ADMIT IT) GOT CAUGHT UP TOO. SHE SHED A SPECIAL KIND OF LOVE IN YOUR LIVES AND I HOPE LIKE YOU...THAT SOMEONE FOUND HER AND IS CARING FOR HER AND SHE IS STILL SPREADING HER SPECIAL KIND OF LOVE. ENJOYED THIS WORK VERY MUCH. THANKS FOR SHARING AND HAPPY EASTER TO YOU! LOVE, JOYCE * HIS INSPIRATIONS

I CAN'T Write a Poem (Poetry) - 3/25/2010 10:56:08 AM
YES, MJ, I REALLY LIKE IT...NO KIDDING. EVEN WHEN A WRITER HAS NOTHING TO SAY...THAT'S SOMETHING!...AND...EVEN THOUGH THE 'GIFT' RESIDES IN US...IT IS THE 'GIFT GIVER' THAT DOES THE WORK THROUGH US...SO, YOU ARE RIGHT...'WE' CAN'T WRITE BUT THE GIFT GIVER CAN. THANKS FOR SHARING AND GOD BLESS. LOVE, JOYCE * HIS INSPIRATIONS

Santachaun . . First Grade (Poetry) - 3/25/2010 10:44:13 AM
VERY, VERY GOOD POEM. I ENJOYED READING IT AND THANK YOU FOR SHARING IT WITH ME. GOD BLESS YOU AND LOTS OF LOVE, JOYCE * HIS INSPIRATIONS

Thanksgiving (Poetry) - 3/24/2010 9:48:36 AM
Beautiful work Mj! Much Love, Margaret

Santachaun . . First Grade (Poetry) - 3/23/2010 8:22:01 PM
Children are so honest, and when they write they're a joy to read. Thank you for sharing!! Sandie Angel :o)

Santachaun . . First Grade (Poetry) - 3/21/2010 6:23:29 AM
I think it would be so nice to create your students a poetry book! They too would love it of course. I know as a Mother I would love the idea if my child was in a classroom collection-a priceless keepsake! if you do use createspace :) Love & Poetry Vickie

And, I STILL can't write a poem (Poetry) - 3/21/2010 6:04:20 AM
WELL SAID AND A MOST INSPIRING WORK...ENJOYED. THANKS FOR SHARING AND BLESSINGS. LOVE, JOYCE * HIS INSPIRATIONS

Santachaun . . First Grade (Poetry) - 1/29/2010 7:48:52 PM
I like that M j. You are very creative and resourceful, may the Lord bless you in a very special way as you teach the kids. What a blessing you are! Much Love, Margaret P.S. Thanks for stopping by!

Santachaun . . First Grade (Poetry) - 1/14/2010 11:54:30 AM
Very creative! Nicely done. Keep on writing. Love and best wishes to all, Regis

Thanksgiving (Poetry) - 1/12/2010 6:42:03 AM
Nice work! Now let's celebrate Jesus every day! Yea!!!

Santachaun . . First Grade (Poetry) - 1/9/2010 9:22:18 AM
Praise God for kids! Amen!

Santachaun . . First Grade (Poetry) - 12/14/2009 5:24:05 AM
the class obviously emulates their most creative teacher M. J. -- please continue to inspire them with your challenges and encouragement -- peace and love to you my friend -- Jon Michael

Santachaun . . First Grade (Poetry) - 12/11/2009 4:06:40 AM
Reading this piece made me have a smile on my face.I enjoy it...take care

Santachaun . . First Grade (Poetry) - 12/10/2009 8:41:27 AM
cute enjoyable short write Love & peace William

Santachaun . . First Grade (Poetry) - 12/9/2009 7:24:54 PM
very clever!

Santachaun . . First Grade (Poetry) - 12/9/2009 12:20:04 PM
Very smart kids indeed. Thanks for the cute read. GOD BLESS Tony Nerone

Thanksgiving (Poetry) - 11/28/2009 5:16:09 AM
this is so wonderful I am warmed in my heart too the presense of poetry you offer your students the foundation of literary creation for your 1st graders they will always have fond memories of you & your class My fondest memories where my teacher whom embraced my expressions Peace, Love & Inspirations Always Vickie

Thanksgiving (Poetry) - 11/20/2009 11:21:22 AM
A day of celebration for sure!! Love Tinka

Thanksgiving (Poetry) - 11/16/2009 2:55:42 AM
This is very nice.take care

Thanksgiving (Poetry) - 11/16/2009 12:08:57 AM
Thanksgiving is all of this and much more as families now give thanks that their loved ones across the sea have lived another year. Thank you for sharing Molly. 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 den sister, Barbie.

Thanksgiving (Poetry) - 11/15/2009 7:33:24 PM
You make me wish it were now,I love thanksgiving,and you wrote all the good things about it! Well done class and teacher! Happy Thanksgiving day to all, Eileen

Coffeyville -Bartlesville (Poetry) - 11/14/2009 4:26:22 PM
How awful for them. I once lived in Muskogee, where not a single person smoked pot, and we used to go South in an old Nash, to a damn us kids called the "Damn Ten Killer" - now I don't remember the real name - but it was in Kansas that I became familiar with floods.

Thanksgiving (Poetry) - 11/14/2009 7:00:08 AM
is it not so of many cherished principles in this era -- our society has shifted its core values -- the impression now seemingly more important than the central worth of the ideal -- why? --the question lingers -- peace and love my friend -- Jon Michael

Thanksgiving (Poetry) - 11/13/2009 8:38:22 PM
wonderful!

Thanksgiving (Poetry) - 11/13/2009 1:43:14 PM
A day of celebration indeed!

Thanksgiving (Poetry) - 11/13/2009 12:53:54 PM
Most apt and timely and well-done. I remember teaching the diamante to my grade eight English classes. Thank you for sharing. Love and best wishes, Regis

Thanksgiving (Poetry) - 11/13/2009 10:31:43 AM
...And working. I will be helping out that day at a local restaurant. Rolling silverware. :) Well done, M.J.! (((HUGS))) and much love, your friend in Tx., Karen Lynn. :D

Thanksgiving (Poetry) - 11/13/2009 8:51:38 AM
keep up the good work. m j ...

Thanksgiving (Poetry) - 11/13/2009 6:47:47 AM
You teach new forms not only to your fortunate students, but to your readers, as well, MJ. Well done! Happy Thanksgiving to your class and you. =] (((HUGS))) and love, Karla. All that food ... there goes the diet! LOL

BOO acrostic First Grade (Poetry) - 10/24/2009 6:04:53 AM
I love the minds of kids..so adorable!

HALLOWEEN acrostic G 1 (Poetry) - 10/24/2009 12:10:12 AM
Gestating a bunch of new poets, aren't we? Georg

BOO acrostic First Grade (Poetry) - 10/23/2009 6:24:33 PM
very nice!!

BOO acrostic First Grade (Poetry) - 10/23/2009 5:56:58 PM
Well done! Keep up the good work. Love and best wishes, Regis

HALLOWEEN acrostic G 1 (Poetry) - 10/23/2009 4:48:50 PM
kudos to these acrostics ,,,

BOO acrostic First Grade (Poetry) - 10/23/2009 4:47:53 PM
well written acrostics ... good job guys!

BOO acrostic First Grade (Poetry) - 10/23/2009 12:24:43 PM
cUTE

BOO acrostic First Grade (Poetry) - 10/23/2009 12:14:42 PM
This is really cute. It brings back memories when I was teaching school.

HALLOWEEN acrostic G 1 (Poetry) - 10/23/2009 10:20:26 AM
As always your students are very creative with the Halloween scares;-) Thanks for sharing them!

HALLOWEEN acrostic G 1 (Poetry) - 10/23/2009 10:08:45 AM
Wonderful creations. I love acrostics and I have some posted here at AD about Halloween. Please pass on my congratulations to your students, Molly. Love and best wishes, Regis

HALLOWEEN acrostic G 1 (Poetry) - 10/23/2009 9:57:42 AM
Wonderful! Sage

HALLOWEEN acrostic G 1 (Poetry) - 10/23/2009 9:55:30 AM
very cool stuff!

HALLOWEEN acrostic G 1 (Poetry) - 10/23/2009 8:37:32 AM
Your students have the chill factor going on in acrostic form. They get an A+ from me! Tell them, well done, and well done, Teacher, for sharing their creativity with us! (((HUGS))) and love, Karla. Nice to be reading you (and them!) again. Have missed you!

HALLOWEEN acrostic G 1 (Poetry) - 10/23/2009 8:00:14 AM
I love this! Lots of fun. I hadn't visited lately and see you are having some success with your book! Congrats!

HALLOWEEN acrostic G 1 (Poetry) - 10/23/2009 6:31:06 AM
These are really cute.....student number 3's being my favorite!

HISS grade 1 HALLOWEEN acrostic (Poetry) - 10/20/2009 1:49:24 AM
off good to a spooky start, have a happy scary day

HISS grade 1 HALLOWEEN acrostic (Poetry) - 10/17/2009 4:30:44 AM
Student 10 H orrid I maginary S scenario S eason From Oxelosund, Sweden, a little port outside Nykoping, about 75 miles south of Stockholm, the country's capital. My name is Georg, without the end e, it was taken by a Halloween sorcerer!

HISS grade 1 HALLOWEEN acrostic (Poetry) - 10/11/2009 2:34:44 PM
Hellooooo STUDENTS!!! I am so pleased to read all your HALLOWEEN Poetry!! You have all done an excellent job!! The wicked witch of the west enjoyed too I hear!! I am very impressed with your submissions!! I hope you all continue to use poetry within your creative pens & colors of expression!! Happy Halloween to ALL You Spooky Cookies Drizzled with Frankenberry frosting!! I hope you all enjoy your treats haunting your neighborhoods this October 31st, 2009!!! Happy Trails under the Full Moons of Bats & Ghoulish Witches!! Dark Poetess: Countess Victoria :)

HISS grade 1 HALLOWEEN acrostic (Poetry) - 9/8/2009 6:54:42 PM
ute. I like this.

Not Our Dog (Poetry) - 8/30/2009 4:37:10 PM
Mj this is so touching and all so true! thank you so much for sharing. I hope one day she comes back to you and your husband! Yet still she left a lasting impression and brought such joy thanks! Love And Prayers Always!!

HISS grade 1 HALLOWEEN acrostic (Poetry) - 8/30/2009 6:17:59 AM
These are cute and brings back memories when I taught school.

And I STILL Remember Daddy (Poetry) - 8/21/2009 5:06:43 PM
Yes it is true M j time helps erase the pain of loss! heartfelt and yet refreshing! thank you for sharing! Appreciated!!! Love And Prayers Aways!!!

More Hats ............. 4th Grade (Poetry) - 7/29/2009 1:01:29 PM
Very creative! and refreshing MJ, may the Lord always bless your work! Love And Prayer Always!!

HISS Halloween ACROSTIC 1st grade (Poetry) - 7/21/2009 7:28:16 PM
Ah so very cute! Out of the mouths of babe, sweet! ~Elizabeth

HISS grade 1 HALLOWEEN acrostic (Poetry) - 7/21/2009 6:42:40 AM
Very clever...I love the voice of children! Happy (early) Halloweeen! ~ Elizabeth

I Remember Daddy (Poetry) - 7/21/2009 6:01:33 AM
Very beautiful write. Your Dad would have been proud. Anna

And I STILL Remember Daddy (Poetry) - 5/19/2009 5:41:51 AM
How true I will always remember my Daddy although he is not earthly bound any longer. Wonderful that you opened your heart and let these words pour out "And I STILL Remember Daddy." Heartfully beautiful~all the best and take care, Gwendolyn

And, I STILL can't write a poem (Poetry) - 5/19/2009 5:35:47 AM
Poetry by the young is always interesting to read. Quite a helpful tool as a means for them to express whatever their hearts desire or feel. Often times poetry can bring one closer to who they truly are or perhaps want to be. It seems beneficial to all to at least give it a whirl not to mention it can be quite interesting! Blessings, Gwendolyn

Benazir Bhutto (Poetry) - 5/11/2009 2:22:33 PM
yes, she will be missed by all. Thanks for remembering her so elegantly, dl

And I STILL Remember Daddy (Poetry) - 5/2/2009 4:52:03 AM
When i think of a man close to God, I think of my Grandpa. Now that he is not here I still talk to him knowing he is with our Heavenly Father Jesus Christ. The Lord is also not with us in body but in Spirit. It comforts me to know my Grandpa was a champion for Christ and that he waits for me to join him in Heaven.

Coffeyville -Bartlesville (Poetry) - 4/2/2009 9:47:34 AM
m.j. your acrostic is most enjoyable -- there is a sense of place and community spirit embedded into the very core of this work -- peace and love -- Jon Michael

HISS grade 1 HALLOWEEN acrostic (Poetry) - 4/2/2009 9:42:59 AM
very imaginative work and most enjoyable to read -- certainly you have much to be proud of m. j. as can be witnessed in your student's creativity -- peace and love -- Jon Michael

HISS grade 1 HALLOWEEN acrostic (Poetry) - 3/21/2009 8:06:24 PM
Eerily, yet cheerily, spooky. I.e., d e l i g h t f u l. :)

Not Our Dog (Poetry) - 2/19/2009 10:55:58 PM
So true. We have had pets that weren't ours but became a part of the family just the same. Thank you for sharing, DL Mullan

Not Our Dog (Poetry) - 1/15/2009 6:27:30 AM
Oh I do hope so too ... our pets are so very precious and I would like to think some good-hearted person found her and gave her a loving home. Hugs, Elizabeth

good grief! another dog ........... Molly's Poems (Poetry) - 1/15/2009 6:24:58 AM
Such a sad picture of this dog, but with such a happy ending. I don't know how anyone could have abandoned him intentionally, if that was the case, that I could never understand. Glad he's found a loving home. Hugs, Elizabeth

I CAN'T Write a Poem (Poetry) - 1/15/2009 6:22:25 AM
Definitely made me smile :) ~ Hugs, Elizabeth

Azure Sky ..... Molly's Poems (Poetry) - 1/15/2009 6:21:36 AM
Lovely visuals, soft and easy to picture. Hugs, Elizabeth

And I STILL Remember Daddy (Poetry) - 1/7/2009 5:12:13 PM
This one made cry, as have been blessed to be around many a Daddy (and grand daddy, Paw Paw in my case who also wanted a boy but had 4 daughters during the depression, WWII and beyond to Elvis), and their daughters of the South, having been born and raised in Atlanta, Georgia and its environs. Yep, cornbread and chicken, iced tea and cocola, Just hanging around and sittin' and eatin' watermelon on the front porch with the rest of yunguns. Loved this one, MJ!

HISS grade 1 HALLOWEEN acrostic (Poetry) - 12/31/2008 12:09:18 PM
I love it~`*

And, I STILL can't write a poem (Poetry) - 12/27/2008 8:00:10 PM
M.J. I just love this poem because of its encouraging spirit. I like the way you use repetition to give a sense of keeping at something, and the way it builds to a climax, like a good story until fear has been conquered! The title is ironic because you really are a great poet who has put your own poem into real life. Great job!

HISS grade 1 HALLOWEEN acrostic (Poetry) - 12/27/2008 7:49:58 PM
I enjoyed reading all of the acrostics and think it is wonderful that you young people are using the creative ability that God has given you! It was a teacher who first made writing exciting for me so many years ago. I live in Norwood New York, which is just south of Massena, in northern NY State. Keep up the GREAT writing all of you!!!

FIRST GRADE BOO halloween ACROSTIC (Poetry) - 12/23/2008 2:16:42 PM
Congratulations on a fine job. Best wishes to you, Regis

HISS grade 1 HALLOWEEN acrostic (Poetry) - 12/23/2008 2:14:59 PM
I am sorry I missed this before. Nice work. Best wishes from Chilliwack, British Columbia, Canada, Regis

And I STILL Remember Daddy (Poetry) - 12/23/2008 10:36:27 AM
I can feel the love. Some dads used to be so "hands off" with their children. Very, very endearing. Eileen

Not Our Dog (Poetry) - 12/23/2008 10:35:14 AM
Dogs steal our hearts even when we steel ourselves against their wiles. Beautiful. Hoping she found a good home. eg

HISS grade 1 HALLOWEEN acrostic (Poetry) - 12/23/2008 5:34:30 AM
From East Texas: There are fascinating magic words for kids at that age. "Slime" is a favorite. There is a kid's site named NeoPets; lots of cool games and one of the prime favorites is "Wheel of Slime" where they win NeoPoints. Also, it is amazing how quickly the kids will pick up and start composing limericks. Nice work here, Molly :-) Ted

HISS grade 1 HALLOWEEN acrostic (Poetry) - 12/20/2008 11:00:40 AM
I'm no kid by any means, but I sure liked this charming piece. I think it is wonderful to exposure your youngsters to this wonderful genre. There is nothing lovelier on paper than a well-written poem.

I CAN'T Write a Poem (Poetry) - 12/11/2008 8:59:56 AM
I understand. Rhyme is a lot of work and sometimes the fun of poetry runs away when rhyme arrives. Besides, no kidding, poetry is more than just rhyme. Poetry is like a word painting. So much can be "painted" with a few well chosen words. We don't have to write books for everything.

HISS grade 1 HALLOWEEN acrostic (Poetry) - 12/11/2008 8:57:29 AM
Having been a teacher for thirty years, I see the creativity at work in this exercise as these young students activate their vivid and sometimes wild imaginations. :)

FIRST GRADE BOO halloween ACROSTIC (Poetry) - 12/2/2008 4:11:04 AM
Very Creative...and enjoyable

And I STILL Remember Daddy (Poetry) - 11/21/2008 10:29:21 AM
Amen - My grandfather was more Daddy to me and my siblings. There is nothing more influential in life and nothing more devastating when the course of life takes Daddy home... Thank You for this beautiful tribute.

Not Our Dog (Poetry) - 11/21/2008 10:27:05 AM
Ah, if we could, we could be an adoptive colony for "street hounds." This is a wonderful presentation and something everyone can relate to, the sign of a well written poem. Thank you!

HISS grade 1 HALLOWEEN acrostic (Poetry) - 11/21/2008 6:23:09 AM
That's good work class, you know some useful words. I hear you love poetry so I'll introduce one of my favourite poets Spike Milligan who loved to write for children. Spike knew poems can be silly because it's sounds that matter (like Hissssssssss) or Nong. Here is one of his poems, read it and if you like it I'd love to see what kind of poem you can make with silly sounds. On the Ning Nang Nong by Spike Milligan On the Ning Nang Nong Where the Cows go Bong! and the monkeys all say BOO! There's a Nong Nang Ning Where the trees go Ping! And the tea pots jibber jabber joo. On the Nong Ning Nang All the mice go Clang And you just can't catch 'em when they do! So its Ning Nang Nong Cows go Bong! Nong Nang Ning Trees go ping Nong Ning Nang The mice go Clang What a noisy place to belong is the Ning Nang Ning Nang Nong!! <a href="http://www.poemhunter.com/spike-milligan/poems/>More poems by Spike </a>