I Am Anaya Poet Epitaph

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A Celebrity Epitaph Poetry Contest

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First Place 

To Sir With Love

Such elegance on-screen, Sidney Poitier 
Grandeur galore and first to win without expectation 
Epitomized problems faced by his generation
Standing 6 ft 2 in the heavens above—RIP—To Sir, With Love
                                                       
1927-2022

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Andrea Dietrich May 16, 2022 at 10:10 AM I tried to post on your Duke poem but the weird glitch is making it impossible. since i am able to leave comments on THIS poem, here is my comment on Duke; Cool and informational. i just saw a movie called the Duke and it was for sure not related to this one. I Am Anaya May 19, 2022 at 3:38 PM "Waterman" documentary on my Duke! Yes, I saw "The Duke" movie, British film, true story of a want to be writer, who finds a Goya in his closet! Fun movie. Thank you, Andrea...I need to figure out where the block button is although I don't think it's the glitch?

Andrea Dietrich May 16, 2022 at 10:08 AM big belated congrats. I loved that movie he was in. I Am Anaya May 19, 2022 at 3:39 PM Thank you, Andrea! I appreciate it.

Valsa George February 15, 2022 at 8:05 PM Back with congratulations on your prestigious win Anaya ! I Am Anaya May 19, 2022 at 3:40 PM Belated thank you, Valsa

Alexis Y. February 15, 2022 at 8:09 AM Hi Anya, This is a great tribute to Sidney Poitier. Congratulations on your win. Have a great day- Alexis I Am Anaya February 15, 2022 at 8:24 AM Thank you, Alexis.

John Watt February 13, 2022 at 8:57 PM Anaya, elegance is such a fitting word for this tremendous actor and trailblazer. The world could use more like him. Congrats on your win. I Am Anaya February 14, 2022 at 7:51 AM I agree John. Thank you and Happy Valentine's Day!

Christuraj Alex February 13, 2022 at 8:46 PM Very grand one. Congratulations! I Am Anaya February 14, 2022 at 7:52 AM Thank you, Christuraj. Happy Valentine's Day!

Ann Peck February 13, 2022 at 5:08 PM Anaya, Such a great title, I loved that movie and him :) Congratulations on your win! I Am Anaya February 14, 2022 at 7:53 AM Thank you, Ann. Happy Valentine's Day!

Constance La France February 13, 2022 at 2:44 PM Anaya, congratulations on your win in the contest, wonderful words for Sidney ~ Constance I Am Anaya February 14, 2022 at 7:54 AM Thank you, Constance. Happy Valentine's Day!

Valsa George February 13, 2022 at 4:21 AM A warm tribute, so beautifully crafted ! May his soul rest in peace ! I Am Anaya February 14, 2022 at 7:55 AM Yes Valsa, a good man. Thank you and Happy Valentine's Day!

Connie Marcum Wong February 8, 2022 at 12:55 PM He will always be a roll model for up and coming actors. His poise and grace as an actor outshined many. He was certainly a favorite actor of mine. I will miss him very much. His movies are unforgettable. Your epitaph is lovely Anaya. Blessings xxoo I Am Anaya February 8, 2022 at 1:48 PM Growing up watching his movies, I was overcome with tears, finding an affinity between myself, the characters he portrayed, and the powerful way in which he portrayed them. Thank you, Connie, dzai-djen!

Anil Deo February 7, 2022 at 1:04 PM Ah, Anaya. Other than Edward Ibeh and I, I felt Sidcwas neglected so. You are an angel to CREDIT Mr. Suave! A good, decent man, mensch I Am Anaya February 7, 2022 at 3:28 PM Anil, ah Edward Ibeh also a Mench. I so liked his Clerhew on Brad Pitt! Thank you

Joseph P. DiMino February 7, 2022 at 8:22 AM "To Sir With Love" a classic. He was someone special...will be missed. Wonderful that we have movies to keep such great personalities alive and well in our minds and hearts. Joe. I Am Anaya February 7, 2022 at 8:34 AM I agree with you Joe, love curling up to classic movies. Thank you for your visit.

Ronald D Thompson February 6, 2022 at 2:25 PM Great tribute, great poem. One of my all time favourite actors!! Good luck in the competition..Ron I Am Anaya February 6, 2022 at 2:36 PM A director as well as an actor, nine total. Thank you, Ronald, appreciate it.

L Milton Hankins February 6, 2022 at 9:17 AM Wow, I Am Anaya, this is a warm, lovely tribute to a great actor and a great man. Nice job. I wish you the best in the contest. I Am Anaya February 6, 2022 at 1:08 PM Achieved so much as he faced adversity with grace and courage. Thanks, it means a lot!