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One morning, enchanting poetry screamed through the screen of my P.C, poems to question, when ‘Collaborating in the clouds’ poems of humour, ‘No farting allowed’, A little bit of sin’ And then the intellect and learning of the ‘Roman Legion’. No surprise when along with Shakespeare, Wordsworth, and other classical poets, and Modern day Taylor Swift, she was chosen With her poetry by a Russian university, To study, not forgetting ‘Crown of Sonnets’ To add to her repertoire of wonderful Diverse poetry. My humble attempt to raise the profile Of ‘Mandy Tams’ Who could believe When reading her poetry, especially The humourists ones. That she was given A life sentence of disability, with a Contaminated polio pill as a 2-year-old. ‘Mandy Tams’ 8/6/2021 © Harry J Horsman 2021

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Date: 7/30/2021 10:23:00 PM
A great tribute to Mandy and her life, Harry, belated congratulations on your win:)
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Date: 6/29/2021 2:09:00 PM
Harry, congratulations on your wonderful placement in the contest with this beautiful tribute to Mandy, peace and tranquility _Constance
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Date: 6/29/2021 10:29:00 AM
Congratulations on your win Harry. This is a wonderful tribute to Mandy Tams, to her commitment to live life as fully as possible - a great example for all of us. Blessings to you!
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Date: 6/29/2021 10:17:00 AM
Congratulations on your win. A wonderful story/write. Enjoy your win with blessings................
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Date: 6/29/2021 2:20:00 AM
Wonderfully done. Congratulations!
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Date: 6/28/2021 8:28:00 PM
Harry, great use of the titles to have inspired you to form your verse, a great tribute. Congratulations on your win in Richard's Title Wave contest. Hugs Eve
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Date: 6/28/2021 1:50:00 PM
Hi Harry, thanks for injecting humor into my contest. Mandy is a great choice. Blessings Rick.
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Date: 6/28/2021 11:45:00 AM
Interesting Harry. I did not know of this. Thanks for sharing :)
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Date: 6/28/2021 10:51:00 AM
WoW! That is really something. So many people are injured and sometimes for life by bad medication. Now they are wanting us all to take this experimental injection to ward of Covid when so many have died from it. It totally scares me and I'm afraid to do it. The most recent death I heard of was here in Canada of a 41 yr. old CNN anchor who left teenagers without a mother do to her first injection. Great job here. God Bless, JB
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Date: 6/15/2021 2:57:00 PM
I just reread this one and think I may have got something wrong. She got a disabilty from a pill to FIGHT polio , that is what I am seeing now. I do wish I would hear more from her. I think I will look her up again right now.
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Mandy Tams The Golden Girl
Date: 6/16/2021 10:35:00 PM
Hi there, Andrea, I can answer this. Yes, the vaccine gave me polio, BUT I want to stress this cannot happen now because they do not use a live vaccine anymore. xx
Date: 6/13/2021 1:20:00 PM
Hi Harry, I am not aware of Mandy at all, but your wonderful tribute that also mentions her name is beautiful. It is no wonder that all at soup, think you are the kindest person amongst us. Hugs and blessings, Jennifer, Had a serious procedure at hospital on Friday and have the 2nd one to go through in about a month when I feel stronger. Have written to Alexis about all of this in one of my comments to her today. Blessings and hugs Jennifer.
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Date: 6/13/2021 11:37:00 AM
I had no idea about Mandy and polio. That is so sad. Indeed, Mandy deserves high praise. I think we do not see enough of her here at Soup and she is SO good (just like your poem here!)
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Date: 6/13/2021 5:57:00 AM
Lovely tribute to The Golden Girl Harry
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Date: 6/11/2021 11:25:00 PM
wow, er well, I don't know what to say, Harry. You know you kept me and helped me with my writing you guided me and gave me the confidence to write and now you are doing the same with our books, 3 to date, two released one about to be. If it wasn't for you Nine Steps From The Tree, The Albury street Masquerade and next Loot would never have seen paper never mind turned into books. Thanks, Harry, you are and always have been the best.
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Date: 6/11/2021 3:53:00 PM
She must be a very gifted poet, this is such a thoughtful tribute, I must try to read some of her poems now!
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Date: 6/11/2021 8:31:00 AM
WoW! That is remarkable. The world is so full of wonderful, remarkable people. All we have to do is look around. Great job here. God Bless, JB
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Date: 6/10/2021 6:44:00 PM
Indeed, Mandy is truly remarkable. ~ gw
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Mandy Tams The Golden Girl
Date: 6/12/2021 1:08:00 AM
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Date: 6/10/2021 4:39:00 AM
Good Morning hh - Contest or no contest this entry can stand on its own. It is a wonderful dedication to your friend her life and works. Thank you for sharing. Best of luck with the contest. Have a wonderful day and enjoy poetry soup.
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Date: 6/9/2021 1:41:00 PM
Well Harry what a great result, I have had Comments from Mandy, and have commented On her writes; although not for a while now' I never knew she was so brave I will drop by And read some more of her worthy pieces'
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Date: 6/8/2021 12:07:00 PM
A lovely tribute to Mandy. Good luck in the contest. enjoy your day my friend.
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Date: 6/8/2021 6:52:00 AM
A poem with great effect.
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Date: 6/8/2021 6:19:00 AM
Although I don't know Mandy, you've written a glowing tribute to her Harry. Good luck in the contest and hope you're well. Tom
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