There is a wisdom in these poems, and a compassion in the detail, that elevates them well above Dorothy Parker.
I'd like to second Leslie's recommendation to read Julie Kane's article on Gail. It's also wise work:
www.mezzocammin.com/iambic.php?vol=2006&iss=1&cat=criticism&page=kane
Here's my modest proposal: Gail White for US Poet Laureate.