‘We were honoured to have you do a poetic toast at our daughter’s wedding. The room fell quiet with your impressive sensitivity, creativity and attention to detail. However, silence was frequently broken with your wonderful sense of humour, as you related Tamara’s life and how she was influenced by two generations of family’

Bruce Morrison – on RAC’s wedding toast to his daughter, Tamara  

‘Your creative poem reflected our daughter’s vibrant personality and the thoroughness of your coaching of my husband gave him the confidence to deliver his special tribute to her, at her wedding in Scotland.  Thank you so much!’ 

Linda G. Rodier - on Claude’s (father to the bride) first ever speech on anything!

‘Thank you so much in putting so much thought and effort in writing a tribute to my daughter on her wedding day. It encompassed all that I would have said and more, but in elegant poetry form. You were able to capture my daughter’s personality that made it seem as if she were your own. I’m so happy with your work and will surely pass on your name to others. And, thanks Ross, for your coaching me in the delivery of the tribute. Many folks told me that it wasn’t just the words but in the way I presented it. Your talent will be known and I know you will have lots of work in the forthcoming months. Thank you!’

Joanne Degan – on her wedding toast to her daughter, Andrea

‘Thank you so much for writing such a special poem to be read on my wedding day. It meant so much to me to have my Dad help prepare such a priceless gift, and I know he missed having you there. I am now certain your (tribute) business will be a huge success!’

Marlo Hamer-Jackson – on the wedding tribute to herself, in Cancun, Mexico

‘You did a super job of putting Marlo’s life so beautifully in verse. How do you do that? I know it will be something she will treasure forever in her wedding memoirs.

Myrna (mother of Marlo, the bride) on the bridal tribute for the wedding in Mexico

‘Ross, your tribute for my Mom’s 80^th birthday was right on the mark … 
a perfect blend of nostalgia, sentimentality and humour’

Mike Kassner – delivered by Mike and three other siblings

‘Truly the highlight of the party. Your poem touched everyone there. We laughed. We cried.’

Joyce Aboud – Joyce delivered her mother’s 80^th birthday poem

‘Thanks for helping us celebrate Jim’s colourful life in poetic form. The expressions on the faces of family and friends reflected the special moods you created … shared memories, humour and sense of family’

Elaine Rainboth – Elaine delivered her brother-in-law’s birthday poem  

‘Thanks loads! And then some! Your birthday tribute was not only witty & fun, but it was filled with sentimental thought & history. Truly the most memorable birthday gift I’ve ever received. Thanks again & Keep on Rhyming!

Roxanne Fontaine-Kristan - on her surprise birthday party celebration, presented by ‘the boss’, Dr. Sam Kwofie

‘Extremely well received as relevant, highly amusing and insightful. A winner all the way’

Jack Wright – Jack delivered his sister’s 50^th wedding anniversary toast 

Your poem for my parents 50^th was a wonderful account of their lives together. 
Touching and humorous, it’s treasured by the entire family’

Carol Clendenning – a tribute to her parents on their special day

‘Thank you so very much for the beautiful and very touching poem that you composed for our 50th Anniversary. 
We shall cherish it forever.’

Ray & Eleanor Beauchamp – delivered by son (Maurice) and daughter (Lynn) 

‘The poem was fantastic! What a hit! We had many a complimentary comment.’

Maurice Beauchamp – delivered by Maurice and sister Lynn at their parents 
(Ray & Eleanor) 50th wedding anniversary party 

‘Many thanks again for the great composition. I really value it!’

Faye Strong – on RAC’s delivery of Limerick style verses at Faye’s retirement party

‘If I received nothing else for my retirement, it would be just fine, as long as I have your poem! It is so precious! Thank you very, very much’

‘Dada’ Kaleta – on R’s delivery of verses at her Canada Post retirement celebration

‘What a lovely souvenir Ross, when you presented me with your creative and humourous tribute on my retirement! I will treasure it always! Thank you’

Joan Petetski – on R’s delivery of verses at her Canada Post retirement celebration

‘What a dynamic Tribute in my honour, at my retirement. It will forever have a special place in my memory. Best Regards,

Wolf Bandermann – on R’s delivery of verses at his Canada post retirement celebration

‘You are indeed a wordsmith extraordinaire. The delightful verse you composed for my friend, Ambassador Schram’s Awards Night was outstanding. My audience was completely captivated and the applause was deafening. It really captured the essence of the evening. Thanks a million’

Dr. S.A. Kwofie – on the presentation of a Community Plaque of Honour, to Canadian Ambassador John Schram, in recognition of his contribution to the development of Ghana,West Africa

The poem ‘A Neighbourly Tribute’, written about my husband, after his death, really brought him to life for me. Thanks so much.

Christina Chung