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I Need a Vacation

There’s nothing terrific,
About being prolific

The mind goes on overload,
But the body has really slowed

I need a vacation,
Some beach rejuvenation

In Mexico, I confess
No more, no less

Bye - Bye
Don't cry! 

Written December 11, 2022

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Robert James Liguori

Date: 11/17/2024 11:14:00 PM

You are missed.

Constance La France

Date: 11/10/2024 2:39:00 PM

Rest in peace, Milt, love Constance

Judy Ball

Date: 12/20/2023 2:01:00 AM

Dear Milton, I have been so sporadic in my poetry these last two years with my own and my husband's health woes that I just visited your page and learned of your passing. I am so ashamed I was not more attentive so I would have known of your illness. You will be sorely missed by all who knew you. God Bless my friend. JB

John Read

Date: 7/29/2023 6:56:00 AM

Such sad news he will surely be missed. God Bless Milton.

Hebert Logerie

Date: 1/15/2023 9:59:00 PM

I am very mad And at the same time Absolutely sad It's indeed a crime To lose such a good man Too soon. Amen!

Terry Miller

Date: 1/6/2023 12:57:00 AM

Milton, you were such a fine and kind person, encouraging this new poet to start his writing journey; your writing was inspirational; I will miss you so much, my friend.

Sally Eslinger

Date: 1/5/2023 6:53:00 PM

Okay dokey! Im all packed and ready to go with you…my Southwest Airlines jet here is still, well, for the 3rd round, being de-iced, but they’ve got that new hit TV tragi-comedy, “Congress,” on while we wait. All my luggage is carry-on. You didn’t say exactly where to join you, but i may be reached by SpMail anytime. New Year hugs! sally

Vickie Hurtt - Thayer

Date: 1/3/2023 6:46:00 PM

Milt, I'm so saddened by your leaving! You were, and always will be, a great writer, poet, friend, mentor, and teacher, but mostly a great person with a way of touching those who needed it most. May you forever rest in peace with your beloved wife Debra. Vickie Hurtt-Thayer

Timothy Ray

Date: 1/3/2023 9:00:00 AM

Elysian Fields have called you home....our sadness is the heavens' gladness

Paulette Calasibetta

Date: 1/2/2023 11:35:00 AM

Dear Milton, I am filled with a deep sadness of your passing but know you have arrived at the heavenly place you so often referred to in your poetry. Your kindness and gentle direction have helped me to become a better poet....I will always remember you with great admiration. God Bless You! Paulette

Mike Gentile

Date: 1/2/2023 6:53:00 AM

Milt, I certainly could not know that your goodbye was until the next life! I miss you and your kindness and know that you are nestled in happiness forever! Goodbye for now!

Mark Koplin

Date: 1/1/2023 8:57:00 AM

Congratulations my friend, I hope you enjoyed your vacation and I’m happy you are now home. Goodbye my friend!!

Nancy Kaufman

Date: 1/1/2023 3:55:00 AM

Dear Milton, I just heard this morning of your passing. You were such a diversified poet and kind man. We all will miss you so much here. Its good to hear that you transitioned peacefully and may God be with your family during this grieving period and comfort their hearts with fond memories of the times you shared together.

Ann Peck

Date: 12/30/2022 3:00:00 PM

Dear Milton, I just learned that you've passed. Thank you so much for your kind support these two years, and for your wonderful poetry. Your muse will be happy among the stars.

Joe Maverick

Date: 12/30/2022 6:05:00 AM

Dear Sir, fellow souper ' my respects to you May the Lord deal kindley with you.' May His Face turn toward you; dear Lord I know Milton Has already passed.' And I technically should Not be asking..' I know that ! Yet Lord can you Forgive me In asking? And grant him peace? I bless your NAME.!

Michael Tor

Date: 12/29/2022 10:45:00 PM

Milton my friend I can see you and Deborah holding hands as your walking on the beach in Mexico with her now. This poem has a clever message. I believe Milton new something more than meets the eye and this was his farewell goodbye. May you enjoy being comforted again by your love Deborah. So long my friend...

Brandy Nicole

Date: 12/29/2022 7:14:00 PM

" Bye - Bye, don't cry! " It takes reading between the lines, sometimes. So many hints along the way, that your health was declining. Even though I didn't comment on your poetry much, you were always so kind, when I lingered upon your poetry page. That means so much to me. Your words live on, my dear friend. You're gone, but not forgotten. ~ Brandy

Steven Young

Date: 12/29/2022 8:59:00 AM

I hardly knew you, Milton, but I knew you were the most venerable of all the wise poet souls. I read many of your poems and learned much about forms and finding the right words for them. We exchanged some political views. You were always a gentleman. I developed lots of respect for you. I entered your contests... lol... just to try something new. I've a tear in my eye. I'm sure going to miss you. Enjoy your vacation, good Sir.

Krish Radhakrishna

Date: 12/29/2022 8:40:00 AM

Milton celebrated his birthday on 5th with a poem! He was happy and thankful for the 81st Bday! He lived happy and passed away happy!

Len Gasun

Date: 12/29/2022 3:22:00 AM

Rest in Peace my dear friend LM. God bless and be with you always. Thanks for everything. Hugs

Krish Radhakrishna

Date: 12/28/2022 11:21:00 PM

A day of sadness for all of us!! I only received a comment about one of my poems from you only a few days ago! So sorry to lose you! You were an exceptional person! Rest in peace and God bless!!

Alkas Poetry

Date: 12/28/2022 11:01:00 PM

Despite being a bit of a newbie here, I remember that on vacation, you asked me about Brazil, and I said okay despite Covid... I read many of your poems and really enjoyed it... Very sad dear colleague, I ask God to keep your good spirit and that you revive very well in the peace of God... Bye, MY friend brother alkas