ON THE FORECOURT OF THE STARS

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My granddaughter, played Donna, in Mama Mia, this weekend. So proud of her. She is going to college in the Fall and was accepted into their theater program. 

ON THE FORECOURT OF THE STARS

Mama Mia! What a voice!
Her depth of emotion carries the show.
Cast of friends slow burn the audience.
Shimmy of stars with sensual overtures.

Mama Mia! My eyes fill with tears.
My granddaughter’s resonance reaches the rafters.
In overalls, flashy jumper, robe, and evening gown.
Inevitabilis, her handprints and footprints
                            on the forecourt of the stars.

Theater in her veins! Mama Mia! What passion!
She hits the high notes, with dolorous countenance.
Her range displayed through high school years:
comical timing in Mean Girls & Hairspray.

Bit parts were jumping stones. Her theater group
allowed her one performance, as The Wardrobe,
singing opera in Beauty and the Beast. On sides,
older performers, The Candlestick and Mrs. Potts,
                    gave her adulating applause.

Mama Mia! Grandparents are proud!

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Date: 4/8/2024 5:56:00 PM
Happy for all of you!! What a blessing it must be to sing, really sing.
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Kim Rodrigues
Date: 4/8/2024 6:16:00 PM
I agree, and yet someone must have the werewithal to stand and perform. Some have social anxiety! Thank you so much! It has been great fun seeing her on stage. Now we will see what the college years bring!
Date: 4/8/2024 10:43:00 AM
Dear Kim, Your heartfelt poem is a beautiful tribute to your granddaughter's talent and passion for theater. Its emotional depth captures your pride and joy as you watch her shine on stage. I loved the progression from high school performances to landing a spot in the college theater program, which is portrayed with palpable admiration and love. This is such a touching glimpse into the bond between a grandparent and grandchild, united by the magic of theater. - Blessings, Daniel
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Kim Rodrigues
Date: 4/8/2024 1:04:00 PM
Thank you so much! It is funny, sometimes people expect a poem from me but it must come naturally, I must have something to say. Blessings ~ Kim
Date: 4/8/2024 9:41:00 AM
aww Kim no wonder you are proud, what a wonderful achievement to take a starring role in this production - she will go far for sure! I adored the Mamma Mia film, the songs were woven into the script so brilliantly! hugs Jan x
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Kim Rodrigues
Date: 4/8/2024 1:05:00 PM
It is such a fun story! Thanj you, Jan! ~Kim
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