Enough Said by Two.
1.From time to time it can occur to me the ways that I would love you if I could;but nothing comes from nothing ventured. Wecannot embrace the notion that we would.Discretion doesnt mean its not been...
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Fran, Aw, it is good to see you on the board. I have enjoyed reading "Enough Said by Two." Interesting title that sets the pace of the poem.Wanda
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They are meant to be read out loud. My cat ignores me entirely. He thinks I'm crazy. I know, I'm watching too. Always chokes me. O Canada! Listen, this was a breeze, just follow a conversation that...
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"I often wonder what you see in meassuming that you feel in ways I couldif you allowed adventures;"between the two, I much prefer the second. Can't put my finger on it. The phrasing is pleasing......
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Hey thanks WW. We must have cross posted. It's feeling like it's been a while. Nice to be back. Good POTW line up this week! F
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Frances,I don't have a cat, really. I made up that part.You must realise, I do most of my online reading at work. The sound of me reading poetry aloud from my desk might well be distressing to those...
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"just follow a conversation that people might have if they were truthful"...Not sure I've ever heard such a conversation. I think Jeanie and I (37 years) are exceptionally truthful with each other as...
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Wayne, I know what you mean about askance glances at work. One of the twenty-somethings I work with mentioned something about poetry and I slipped. When they asked to see this site I realized I...
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Frances,You know...you're right, I gravitate towards the male role here. There is really little to choose between the two. They both have a wistful feel....I wish I could give you better technical...
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Frances,The first poem is sinuous, winding about itself, stretching the words out to a fine point; passion flows out visibly and audibly, like the kindling wood, just on the edge of combustion.In the...
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Hey Wayne, I am perfectly delighted to know you recognize an affinity with the second stanza. Merlin has pushed me a bit to differentiate the male narrator more clearly. I guess it's working. Thanks...
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I like how you've given us the thoughts from both sides. Makes it very interesting to read.
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Fran, I am happy to see this was nominated for P.O.W. honor. I wish you the best with this. I've been gone for several days; and may I say, "It is good to be back."Wanda
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looking at love from both sides... now there's a line. Thank you for the nom Janine, I particularly like this pair. FWelcome home WW and thank you for your nod. I have also been away, I wonder if we...
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Fran,Actually, you are very much missed when you are gone...by all of us. Love this pair.Annette
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Oh Frances, I love this. After rereading (and on a different day) I get it. In fact I think I have lived it! Thank you for such a wonderful poem.Blessings,Jeanie
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Thank you Annette, that felt as good as a hug. FHey Jeanie, what a blast that you're here. These Spenser conversations often have nuances that resonate at a second reading. I like nuanced shades of...
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Yes, but he hath the look of love unspoken, true love He calls it...~Dickinson~
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Frances,Glad to see this was a POW nom. Deserved it...both parts.Should, maybe, have been two noms.Hear what you are saying about differitiating the male and feamale parts... didn't conciously...
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Frances, I can't help but reread this. It sounds like a couple that has lived together for many years and has lost the ability to speak to each other and let each other know how they feel deep down...
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