Col's Comments

(written by Colette November 9, 1995 in a note left on my kitchen table after she read the "One Year Anniversary poem") Thanks for your poetic reflection! I did get emotional, however it was joyous emotions.
Love ya!
PS Pork chops in the fridge

(Phone message December 26, 1995 referring to "The Panic Poem") I liked the poem too; it was very meaningful.

(written by Colette and sent to me February 14, 1997 inside a Valentine's Day card)
(she's referring to "The Dream") I know not where to begin thanking you for that priceless essay. I will forever treasure it. My inner-most thoughts and sentiments were written in such a warm, sincere tone that I almost feel as if I've been violated except that I now know that you were sent to me from above. What other explanation would there be for anyone being so in tune with what I was feeling and perceiving.
After reading it several times...it's tutored me that eventually we all adjust to the changes life brings us. I'm beginning to accept that it's OK to get to the point that the life you live can be full & satisfying and good and it will be that way because one makes it that way. Thank you so much!
Always, Colette

(written by Colette and sent to me May 6, 1997 in a card) Your reflections on "Revisiting The Swans" was magnificent. I shared it w/ my colleagues and they were duly impressed + wondered why you hadn't published yet.

(written by Colette and sent to me May 7, 1997 in a card) I've read, reread, reread and reread "Her Picture" and every time, I feel so touched deep in my soul.
I am so thankful for the time we spent together. You nurtured me in so many ways. It seemed I had been rejuvenated after being enclosed/captured extinguished for over twenty years.

(Received in a card, the week after Mac's The Music Man which was May 17, 1997 from Colette's friend Maureen Cyr) Colette speaks very highly of you and your poems are beautiful--did you ever think of publishing?

(Phone message May 22, 1997 referring to "Rushing Water") That poem is unbelievable! You are truly a gifted person!

(Phone message June 22, 1997 after the Derry Relay For Life) "I just want to thank my 'marathon man' for your participation. It meant a lot to me."