Edward Ibeh Poet Verse

A Yalto For Milt Hankins

who didn't
     love and admire
          Milton,
               or simply, "Milt"?
                    a true gentleman
                         and scholar
                              who gave...
so much of
     himself
          through friendship,
               poetry,
                    and much more; a light...
                         that touched so many lives.
                              Milt,

you are missed, indeed.


Rest in peace, L. Milton Hankins. Thank you so very much for your countless supportive comments, and most importantly, your treasured gift of friendship.


In Honor of Milt - An Un-Contest Poetry Contest
Sponsored by Andrea Dietrich
 Date written: 12/30/2022

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Christuraj Alex January 16, 2023 at 9:52 PM Beautiful Yalto. Great tribute to a great poet. Congratulations! Edward Ibeh January 17, 2023 at 3:34 AM Thank you, Christuraj!

Ann Peck January 16, 2023 at 3:12 PM Lovely tribute. Edward Ibeh January 17, 2023 at 3:33 AM Thank you, Ann!

Paula Goldsmith January 16, 2023 at 2:10 PM Congratulations on your win. A creative write. He was a real gentleman. Have a blessed day/week.............. Edward Ibeh January 17, 2023 at 3:35 AM Thank you, Paula:-) I agree wholeheartedly!

Andrea Dietrich January 16, 2023 at 1:26 PM love that Yalto style in your tribute for Milt. thanks, Edward. Edward Ibeh January 17, 2023 at 3:37 AM Thanks so much for sponsoring this un-contest giving me the opportunity to honor Milt, Andrea. God bless.

Caren Krutsinger January 5, 2023 at 9:04 PM I adored Hank, always did, always will. Thank you for honoring him! Edward Ibeh January 6, 2023 at 6:34 AM You're quite welcome, Caren. So did I. I considered him a friend.

Andrea Dietrich January 2, 2023 at 10:30 AM i love your poem and this beautiful form for it. I hope more people will join in the un-contest and write tributes to this awesome man. Edward Ibeh January 2, 2023 at 2:58 PM Oh, I have no doubt more people will participate, Andrea:-) Thanks for this tribute un-contest!

Sotto Poet January 1, 2023 at 3:28 PM A beautiful homage to Milton. Together, let's keep his memory alive forever. Have a wonderful New Year and I hope that 2023 is a wonderful year for you and your loved ones. Edward Ibeh January 1, 2023 at 6:38 PM Thank you very much, Lasaad. I wish you a wonderful New Year as well, my friend.

Mystic Rose Rose January 1, 2023 at 2:18 PM This is a beautiful tribute to a sensitive man who deserves it, thank you for sharing it, keep well and may the New Year bring you success. :) Edward Ibeh January 1, 2023 at 6:36 PM Thank you very much, Vienna:-) Same to you, my friend.

Constance La France December 31, 2022 at 9:30 AM Edward, your Yalto tribute for Milt is truly beautiful, you wrote exactly what my heart is feeling, and I love the layout too. A FAVE because you have inspired me, Constance Edward Ibeh December 31, 2022 at 12:17 PM Thank you very much for the visit and fave, Constance. I'm glad you found this inspirational, my friend.

Vijay Pandit December 30, 2022 at 8:12 AM Lovely tribute to Milton. I join your dedication to honor his memories. So special to convey your feelings in your own form. Edward Ibeh December 30, 2022 at 2:26 PM Thank you very much, Vijay. I still can't believe he's no longer with us.

Jeff Kyser December 30, 2022 at 7:41 AM Very nice tribute, Edward. He will be missed! Edward Ibeh December 30, 2022 at 7:44 AM Thank you, Jeff. Milt was truly one-of-a-kind.