I almost posted a nicely structured bulleted list, with all the good stuff you need to know about her, but then, that seemed too easy. I tried something more formal and that wasn't right either. I have nothing against writing long posts, or personal essays, but given past posts with our public squabbles and virtual bitch slaps, it always sounded sarcastic. (Possibly, I've been out of school for too long.)
With her background in creative writing, I thought H might appreciate something a bit different, something she wouldn't expect.
Her Haiku
Champion sister,
enjoy your victories and
remember you rock.
Her Limerick
H, a young lady about town
Was confused at being so renown
I cried, "Though you're small,
In qualities, you're tall,
With kindness and wit - don't frown!"
Her Villanelle
Thinking of all the good things I can say
Of H, that talented, wonderful girl
As a sister and friend, she's more than OK
Clever, sassy, sweet and ready to play
Not to mention pretty, with a gentle curl
Thinking of all the good things I can say
She protects our environment each day
She loves all animals - what a pearl!
As a sister and friend, she's more than OK
She cooks delicious foods, and can even saute
Her exercise regimen leaves you a-whirl
Thinking of all the good things I can say
When you're in doubt, your fears she'll allay
She'll make you laugh like a little schoolgirl
As a sister and friend, she's more than OK
I miss her now that she's moved away
Settled West, as a writer-cum-cowgirl
Thinking of all the good things I can say
As a sister and friend, she's more than OK
In all seriousness, she was fantastic during the competitions and deserves to be recognized. Kudos, little sister, I hope you like it. People, this is how I spent my Friday night.
