L Milton Hankins Poet Rhyme

A Poetess Extraordinaire

Caren Krutsinger is a poetess exceptional, extraordinare
She pulls lots of her poems in a teacher’s lounge from thin air
Her characters are richly drawn and funny as can be
When reading Caren’s poems, I am often brought to my knee

Take "MacMillen Ditches McMiggle," an excellent, prime sample
Penned with fun, and a Caren flair, makes for the perfect example
Made me read it twice, then say, "By golly, think of that!"
Then, there was Zeus, and Aphrodite, and "Half and Half Cat."

Caren's mind never shuts down, a plethora of incredible wit,
You surely must read "I Told Her I Was Sorry, I Could Not Do It!"
Intriguing poems about her familiar cats never fail
"Astronaut Cat John" and "Mystical Cat in Gray Scale."

My favorites are verses that have an unexpected twist
Like "He Sounded Handsome Charming Even," you get my gist
Caren always starts my day off with tickles and lots of grins
And, I am delighted to count her among my best Poetry Soup friends.

SECOND PLACE WINNER
written May 18, 2021
for "Title Wave" poetry contest
sponsored by Richard Lamoureux
to honor Caren Krutsinger

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Constance La France June 29, 2021 at 10:52 AM Milt, congratulations on your wonderful placement in the contest with this beautiful tribute to Caron, peace and tranquility _ Constance L Milton Hankins June 29, 2021 at 11:09 AM Thank you, Constance, for your kind thoughts on the poem I wrote for Caren Krutsinger. She is a fine poet.

Paula Goldsmith June 29, 2021 at 10:05 AM Congratulations on your win. A wonderful write/tribute to Caren. She is so very funny. Enjoy your win with blessings.................... L Milton Hankins June 29, 2021 at 10:13 AM Thanks so much, Paula. Yes, I start out my day with Caren's poems. She is so enjoyable. Your comment is much appreciated.

Anitha Jayasankar June 29, 2021 at 3:08 AM Milton...great tribute to Caren...'a plethora of incredible wit'... loved it.. Hearty congrats on your win... God bless... ~ Ani L Milton Hankins June 29, 2021 at 8:23 AM Thanks so much, Ani, for your sweet and kind comment. Yes, she is a plethora of wit, indeed.

Christuraj Alex June 29, 2021 at 2:13 AM Congratulations on such beautiful work. Congratulations! L Milton Hankins June 29, 2021 at 8:24 AM Thank you so much, Chrisuraj, for your thoughts.

Eve Roper June 28, 2021 at 8:00 PM Milton, great use of the titles to have inspired you to form your verse, a great tribute to a lovely lady. Congratulations on your win in Richard's Title Wave contest. Hugs Eve L Milton Hankins June 28, 2021 at 8:05 PM Thanks so much, Eve. Yes, I'd say so. Caren is an exceptional person in every department.

Jan Allison June 28, 2021 at 4:17 PM dropping back with many congrats on your win Milton:-) hugs jan xx L Milton Hankins June 28, 2021 at 7:48 PM Thanks, Jan. Caren really deserved it. She's a fine, fine person and poet. Hope you're doing better.

Richard Lamoureux June 28, 2021 at 1:41 PM I see Caren also thinks it's a winner. Congrats and thanks for entering my contest Milton. Blessings Rick. L Milton Hankins June 28, 2021 at 2:23 PM Thanks so much, Rick. I appreciate your comment and your placing my poem in honor of Caren Krutsinger. She's great!

Caren Krutsinger May 25, 2021 at 1:36 PM I am so totally honored! I was going along, not paying much attention to titles, just reading your poems today, when I should be working but am not and I am so thrilled with this one! Honored, thrilled, and humbled! Wow! What a gift you have given to me Hank. WOW! I am truly so HONORED! Thank you! L Milton Hankins May 25, 2021 at 2:28 PM You are so richly deserving of all recognition you receive, Caren. It was my pleasure to honor you! I enjoy reading your poems every day, and I hope others will find you, maybe some as a result of this poem. Have a wonderful week, Caren.

Alexis Y. May 20, 2021 at 6:28 AM Hi L. Milton, You've penned a good tribute to Caren. I like her style and wit. She’s an amazing lady and poet. Best wishes in the contest. Have a wonderful day:-) Alexis L Milton Hankins May 20, 2021 at 9:24 AM Yes she is, Alexis. I enjoy starting my day reading Caren's poems.

Sam Kauffman May 19, 2021 at 1:40 PM Fun tribute to Caren. She was the very first souper to welcome me to the soup! Her witty, unique poems always give me a lift, especially her fairy poems. We are blessed to have her in the soup with us flavoring the broth and creating stews of contests! L Milton Hankins May 19, 2021 at 1:48 PM Yes, indeed! Play it again, Sam!

Darlene De Beaulieu May 19, 2021 at 12:36 PM Hello Milton, Caren does the same for me. I always read her poetry. to begin my day. blessings my friend. Darlene De Beaulieu May 20, 2021 at 10:38 AM Hello Milton, yes it is a good way to begin the day with laughter. Enjoy your day my friend. L Milton Hankins May 19, 2021 at 1:10 PM It's always a good way to start the day, with lots of smiles and grins!

Edward Ibeh May 19, 2021 at 6:28 AM A wonderful tribute , Milt. Caren bleeds poetry! One of the most unceasingly prolific poetess on this site. Writer's block has nothing on her! Good luck in the contest! L Milton Hankins May 19, 2021 at 7:41 AM So true, Edward. The lady deserves every credit she receives. She's a fabulous poet!

Tom Cunningham May 19, 2021 at 5:37 AM A lovely tribute to Caren Milton, she is a fine lady and poet. Best of luck in the contest. Tom L Milton Hankins May 19, 2021 at 7:41 AM Thanks, Tom. I figured all of that out earlier on when I discovered Caren on PS.

Gershon Wolf May 18, 2021 at 8:54 PM The names Caren comes up with just boggle my mind. Couldn't agree with you more, Milt. We're lucky to have a Caren K. among us. :) gw L Milton Hankins May 18, 2021 at 9:59 PM So true, G.W. She has a natural wit, and I, too, have wondered where she comes up with some of her characters.

Jan Allison May 18, 2021 at 2:22 PM what a super tribute, caren is an amazing poetess and so prolific in her output with excellently written poems:-) hugs jan xx L Milton Hankins May 18, 2021 at 6:04 PM Thanks, Jan. You have hit the nail on the head!

Ken Rone May 18, 2021 at 1:58 PM I agree with everything you have said here and in the comments Milton. A wonderfully penned tribute. To the newby that stumbles onto her...they are in for a treat! Ken Rone May 19, 2021 at 8:12 AM I wonder the count of what her record postings on a single day are???? L Milton Hankins May 18, 2021 at 6:04 PM So true, Ken. I was hooked on Caren after I first read her poems soon after joining Poetry Soup. She is deserving of every recognition!

David Kavanagh May 18, 2021 at 1:15 PM Heya Milton, A fitting tribute to an extraordinary poet, she is indeed full of wit, I always enjoy reading her poems too, amazing diversity, really dark, to creatively hilarious, she covers the whole spectrum, and I know she’ll love this one, cheers David David Kavanagh May 18, 2021 at 1:51 PM I wrote a monoku about Caren a while back, called “Caren the McLaren” she enjoyed and deserved it too, L Milton Hankins May 18, 2021 at 1:20 PM I think she won't even suspect it, but when she reads it, I hope she realizes what a fine poet she is. She is really deserving of this recognition among her peers.