To MargaretG.
M ore perfect sonnets would be hard to find.
A ll crafted carefully with fine precision.
R hyming and meter perfect in decision.
G ifted but humble, erudite but kind.
A lways her poetry gives lasting pleasure.
R eaders will learn much from her skilful writing.
E very subject chosen so inviting.
T alented the creations of her leisure.
G enuine her humanity and love.
I ntellect shines through all her prose or verse.
B etter to strive than never to endeavour.
S uccess is granted only from above.
O nly the brave for better or for worse.
N ow I am honoured! She’s my ‘fave’ forever.
Hugh Wyles, January 15th.2005
Author notes
This is my customary acrostic tribute to Margaret to welcome her to my favourites' list. We are honoured that this very fine poet has agreed to join us.
I am interrupting the posting of my "Maori History" series
to welcome Margaret. The next episode of the series will be posted in three days time.
Written January 15th, 2005
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That was lovely. You'll have to get a bigger house soon
Luv Mia
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what a warm welcome it is! I see why everyone is happy to be part of your favorites. you aren't only a great writer but you do have a great heart too.
very, very lovely tribute!
hugs to you
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Welcome once again to our group sweet pea, it's nice to have you aboard Hugh's harem~Love~Joan
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Welcome Margaret! And Hugh this is a great combination Sonnet acrostic! you have outdone your self on this one my friend.
(good thing she had just the right number of letters in her name)
what a treat to have a new member with such talent!
Bravo!
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Well ummmm I dropped by
Now where is my Clerihew
Maragret welcome to Hugh's H.O.H.
It's a wonderful club to be in tho he hasn't listed it here in groups on AP yet I think he should Hugh's House of Harem's
Hugh hun will get to the ASAP and you know it sweets I am at Mom's until Mon only on long enough to check my mail each day
You take care have a great weekend and ummmm awaiting the Clerihew
Love n hugs
Once again Maragret Welcome
Susan~~~
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Excellent
WOW! Sounds like you know the same MargaretG I do. And she's your "fave". Now she'll be the rave. Sorry...I couldn't resist. Excellent PLUS I agree MargaretG is one of my fave's too. 
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Wonderful!
Now that is an exceptionally beautiful poetic tribute to a wonderful soul and sonneteer, Hugh! I wholeheartedly concur with your observations. Truly lovely. Bravo!
~Gennelle
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Dear Margaret,
Thanks to Hugh for making me read some of your poetry. I agree with him that your sonnets in particular are superb.
I'm pleased that the old boy has invited you to join his favourites' list and I know he is thrilled that you accepted.
We are members of a formidable and talented group of writers and I constantly hope I can keep my place amongst the rest of you.
I daren't comment on Hugh's acrostic because he worked on it for hours and, if YOU didn't see fit to ask him to make any changes, who am I to criticize it?
Welcome to Hugh's 'harem' and best of inspiration always.
Sincerely, Heathcote.
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Very nice acrostic, Hugh!
Welcome to the group, Margaret!
Love and Hugs,
<3 Maureen
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Thank you Hugh,
I am honoured by this sonnet, its art and sentiment are lovely. You have gathered a wonderful circle of friends, and I am thrilled to be included.
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Welcome to the club Marg!
Hugh, this acrostic is so lovely and true. Marg is a very gentle and wise girl. I'm so happy to have met her, and now I'm thrilled to have her with us. I knew you would love her poetry.
Kisses and love,
Mari
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