Tribute to Mary Hawthorne

This is for Mary Hawthorne, poet and long-time resident of Pearl Beach, who died in September.

In 2005, she received Honorary Life Membership of Central Coast Poets Inc and the following poem was written as a tribute.

Woman of words

Always ready with her words,

To solve a problem, dry a tear,

Soothe wounded sensibilities

And calm a troubled atmosphere.

Always ready with her words,

To formulate her point of view,

Hint at humour, give support

And praise whenever it is due.

Always ready with her words,

Wise and witty, cliche-free,

To see dexterity and flair,

Look at Mary's poetry.

Email, 14 Sep 2012

Jill Neville, Woy Woy