In Absentia
A glass of Rosé,the sun pastits operatic pitch –I settleinto this quiet hour.Memories enterthrough the French doorshalf-opened, their knobs polishedwith a man’s cotton shirt.I wish he would filter in...
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This is lovely Wendy, tender and reflective, the missing tangible. Regards, Maryse
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Wendy,A great job of creating atmosphere.The man's cotton shirt so much a part of the ambience, not to mention his missing scent. There is a gentle familiarity,a hint of flame, and a yearning in...
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A peaceful yet poignant scene Wendy which all add up to another perfect poem:)
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Dear Maryse, Jean and Sarah Thank you so much for taking the time to read my small poem and comment. I am glad the "peaceful and poignant" aspect of this mood/reflective poem echoed through. I deeply...
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A lovely classic feel to this poem Wendy. Your artistry is deft and the imagery as ever, is sublime.
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The missing of him is felt so strongly in the details. And how wonderful is that sun past its operatic pitch. Very much enjoyed, Dear Wendy. take care, kerri
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Dear Keri and Willow Thank you so much for your kind and supportive comments regarding this poem. I deeply appreciate them and am so glad you liked this piece!! My best to you both, Take care, Wendy
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Beautiful. You say so clearly the way it feels to miss him. "... His shoulder looming as marble in the dusk. A sculptured calm, a landing place for my head." Such yearning so well understood. Thank...
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Dear Ely I am so glad you enjoyed this poem! Thankyou for your perceptive and gracious comment. I deeply appreciate it! Best regards wendy
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Wendy, you transport the reader so completely to this scene and set the atmosphere of someone not there but missed. This has a classic Tennesee Williams feel to it! Somehow I felt a languid southern...
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Hi Jared So glad you liked this one. I love the reference to Tennessee Williams, one of my favorite playwrights,; and I think you are quite right. It has that Southern feel of languid longing and...
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Wendy, You have the knack of getting just the right images necessary to create a particular atmosphere...in poetry, atmosphere can add weight to words as they do here. The wine, the sun past its...
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Thanks so much Rich I am glad you enjoyed this one and also like your idea about the shoulde calling up images of protective power/solidarity. Very intuitive and in tune with my theme and intent. I...
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