Paulette Calasibetta Poet Haibun

In Memory of Milton

I knew Milton through his writing on Poetry Soup and his book, "Ashes on the Snow", (2010).  A warm and intimate montage of his life experiences.

He was a principled man, whose deep family roots from the Appalachian highlands of West Virginia carried him through-out his life; where he inspired others, through his ministry and through his classical writing of poetry and short stories.

I am grateful to have known him.  A tough critic that always added encouraging remarks; tools to hone my poetic writing skills.

I recall his positive comment on one of my Haiku's.  He thought I was very good at this form; something he personally found challenging.

Milton leaves a legacy with a poignant and indelible voice, for our poetry community and far beyond.

God Bless you Milton ~ this is for you:

Haiku:

roots of deep passion
  sowing dreams, reaping honor
     rising with the stars

Date: January 3, 2023
For: In Honor of L. Milton Hankins An Un-Contest Poetry Contest
Sponsored by: Andrea Dietrich
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Joseph P. DiMino April 13, 2023 at 5:46 AM "roots of deep passion sowing dreams, reaping honor rising with the stars" -- lovely tribute to Milton. Hope you had a wonderful Easter. Blessings. Joe. Paulette Calasibetta April 13, 2023 at 5:55 AM Hi Joe, glad you appreciated my tribute to Milton; he was a bit of a mentor for me. Yes, I had a wonderful Easter, hope you did too! Blessings, Paulette

Harry Horsman March 9, 2023 at 5:10 PM Oh so pleased to have read this gem, Paulette, the tribute warm and worthy, and your response with the 'haiku' heart felt..Harry Paulette Calasibetta March 10, 2023 at 7:03 AM Thank you so much Harry. So glad you felt this way. I am glad I could honor our friend Milton. Paulette

S.Zaynab Kamoonpuri March 9, 2023 at 1:12 AM A soulful great tribute to a fine great poet member from the huge poetrysoup family ah. Kudos!! He will be missed. <<<<<<<<<<<<<<>>>>*>>>>>>>>>>*********** Plz also read and comment my newest poem too" Paulette Calasibetta March 9, 2023 at 5:02 AM Thank you S. zaynab, I appreciate your comments on my tribute to Milton. And yes, he is sorely missed. Paulette

Demetrios Trifiatis March 8, 2023 at 9:59 AM I join you in your tribute to Milton, dearest Paulette, Yes, Milton was a great man and an enlightened soul. He will never be forgotten! Blessings! Paulette Calasibetta March 9, 2023 at 5:02 AM Demetrios, thank you for stopping by to comment on my tribute to Milton. As you said, he will never be forgotten; I often reflect on his work, the contests he would have, his poetic direction and his kindness. Blessings, Paulette

William Kelii Kekaula February 16, 2023 at 3:53 PM Beautifully written, Paulette, a wonderful exposure of Milt's inner soul embracing life as he knows it in his show-n-tell poetries and short stories. Magnificent efforts indeed! Aloha, William Paulette Calasibetta February 27, 2023 at 11:40 AM Thank you William, Milton was an inspiration for me and I miss his presence here on Poetry Soup. Paulette

James Marshall Goff February 13, 2023 at 2:02 PM Awesome tribute 'ku Paulette, line 3 soars! Me n' Milt disagreed on most issues! I always braced myself for his reply, instead, he let me see things from his perspective, Changing my opinion every time! I grew from Milton, forever grateful.... Paulette Calasibetta February 16, 2023 at 8:56 AM thanks so much Jim. He was quite the bard….I learned a lot about the importance of form from him….and I’m still trying. He will be sorely missed. We had our differences of opinion about several social issues ,but I have found it is best to put those aside and appreciate what we do agree on. Cheers, my friend, Paulette

Mike Gentile January 21, 2023 at 6:39 AM Paulette, I think your tribute to Milt is sweet and lovely and that because of his connection with us, he will live on!! Happy Saturday xxoo Paulette Calasibetta January 21, 2023 at 7:47 AM Good Morning Mike~thanks for stopping by to comment... I agree, Milt will live on through his poetic legacy. Blessings, Paulette

Susan Ashley January 18, 2023 at 5:21 PM Dear Paulette, I am deeply moved by your thoughtful and beautiful tribute to our beloved friend, Milt. He was right, your haiku are amazing and a poignant, perfect end to your touching prose. Warmest wishes.. ~Susan

Christuraj Alex January 16, 2023 at 10:12 PM "Milton leaves a legacy with a poignant and indelible voice, for our poetry community and far beyond" - A great tribute to a great poet. Congratulations!

Andrea Dietrich January 16, 2023 at 1:46 PM A wonderful tribute in this creative form, Paulette. Thank you. Paulette Calasibetta January 16, 2023 at 2:51 PM Thank you Andrea. Milton will be missed....I still can't wrap my head around the fact he is gone because his work resonates with me over and over. He leaves a memorable legacy! Blessings, Paulette

Phyllis Babcock January 11, 2023 at 1:10 PM A beautiful haiku tribute to Milt. I am sure he is looking down upon us and smiling. love phyl Paulette Calasibetta January 11, 2023 at 1:33 PM Again, thanks for stopping by. Milton will be sorely missed, he was such an iconic poet. Take Care, Paulette

Paula Goldsmith January 9, 2023 at 11:53 AM A wonderful Haiku write and tribute to Milton. His was well loved here on Soup. So sad. Hope he is looking down. Have a blessed day................... Paulette Calasibetta January 9, 2023 at 2:27 PM Paula, thank you for your kind comments. Yes, Milton was loved….he will be missed. Paulette

Suzanne Delaney January 4, 2023 at 6:22 AM So touching, Paulette: brilliant Haiku to honor Milton. He will be missed. SuZ Paulette Calasibetta January 4, 2023 at 7:40 AM SuZ, thank you for your comment on my tribute to Milton. He certainly will be missed…..what remains is the flame of his leagacy. Blessings, Paulette

Michael Tor January 3, 2023 at 9:54 PM Touching and Heartfelt Paulette. Your description of Milton is spot on. He would be proud to see this. You have done him Honor with this Tribute my Dear. Glad to see you back we have missed you... Paulette Calasibetta January 4, 2023 at 7:36 AM Hi Michael, thank you so much, I am so happy to know my tribute was worthy of Milton. Also, I have missed being on PS; I was heavily engaged in 2 online courses that kept me ultra busy. I am down to 1 now and hope to be more active on soon. Blessings my friend, and a Very Happy New Year! Paulette

Deb M January 3, 2023 at 5:48 PM A lovely dedication to Milton !…its very worthy of Milton as its straight from your heart Paulette…..beautiful!…Debx Paulette Calasibetta January 4, 2023 at 7:41 AM Thank you Deb. I am glad you feel it is worthy of Milton…..and yes it is straight from my heart….I am deeply sadden to lose a friend. Blessings, Paulette

Vickey Rhymer January 3, 2023 at 5:26 PM One sure way to know someone's presence is the effect of their absence on those who knew them.Milton was obviously admired.and cared about by a host of friends.Yours was one of many a lovely testament to the fact that he touched many lives and made many friends. Paulette Calasibetta January 4, 2023 at 7:42 AM Wow, your comment “One sure way to know someone’s presence is the effect of their absence” blows me away! You are so spot on and thank you for your kind comments. Blessings, Paulette

Mystic Rose Rose January 3, 2023 at 5:05 PM An outstanding tribute Paulette, a winner in my heart and his I'm sure :) gl Paulette Calasibetta January 3, 2023 at 5:07 PM You are such a great support to me, Vie. Glad you think it's worthy of Milton. Happy New Year my friend! Xo P