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This is really, really good. Each quatrain has its story, moving me with their vivid images.
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I listened to the Galuppi g minor piano sonata. I could have been listening to Schubert or Beethoven. It sounded far more like an early romantic than a classical piece, with little of the vibe one gets from CPE Bach or Haydn. I enjoyed it very much.
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Thank you so much for reading this installment. Hugs.
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Thank you very much for reading and commenting on such a lovely spring day. I’m glad you felt the last poem was accurate. My gut has been churning for weeks over this. April 19 and 22 were good counterbalance to my anger. Thanks again, and happy spring!
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April 17 A chicken just crossing the road ran into a querulous toad. Said the eastbound brown bounder: “take care, don’t encounter a Freightliner with a full load.” ~ ~ ~ I’ve driven nearly several million miles and watched as creatures tried to cross the road but never once a chicken. some tried to use their rude, intrinsic wiles, while others boldly one whole lane bestrode, though none
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April 21 had me from the first line. I delighted in how the prompt was used. April 19 was lovely and perhaps melancholy, too. Any limerick containing Düsseldorf would get my attention. I liked your trio very much. April 17 won me over for its story and the way you turned crossing the road into a modern metaphor. Thanks for sharing these!
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Chapter 17 - War on the Horizon
Parker Owens commented on Salander's story chapter in Chapter 17 - War on the Horizon
Sounds like Nic is about to become Jake’s secret weapon. I’m wondering what was said to pry Joey away from his mum, though. This was a chapter full of portent. -
Its a very difficult thing Eric is doing to agree to Tyler’s restorative justice session. Eric may be taciturn and irascible, but he also has a lot of grit. Let’s hope the session helps Tyler change.
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What a great story. Even in places where there are no corals, there exist great reasons for preserving them. And old? Tag? Pffft. Liebe surely will win over a new generation.
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I enjoyed the night out, as well as the morning after! Joel may have to wait in line to get his chance to meet Chipper. And what a way to be rudely awakened during the hangover-bus-ride! I wonder what inconvenience might happen to Fred at some point in the not-too-distant future?
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I cannot thank you enough for this. I so very much identify with Bertie. His fears and difficulties hit very close to home. You’ve written something sweet and hopeful, and encouraging too. I will be coming back to this over and again.
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You have been wonderfully kind and supportive in helping me learn. Skyscrapers are a fantastic gift, and the trios written for the summer months, and for feeling real, and for love all are the fruit of the tree you planted. It makes me smile to know you have enjoyed the comfort and shade of that tree, too. The 10-8 ballad form is slowly getting under my skin, and I’m looking forward to working further with it. Again, many thanks.
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I’m very happy April 11 got to you. It was one of those poems that grew so fast out of a single line that I hardly had time to scribble the words. Thanks very much for reading and for your comments.
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Shy July was the phrase that inspired that trio on the months. I’m very happy those three appealed to you. If the old age prompt came off well, then I can be satisfied. In my own mind, I wasn’t entirely convinced. Thank you for your very kind words and for providing the prompts.
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Thank you. Hugs back.
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You’re most welcome. It’s heartening to know you enjoyed them.
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I’m glad there were consonant harmonic echoes for you in at least a few of these. I’m looking forward to those summer months, coming soon. Their characters seemed right to me in spring; I hope they will still be as sunny in disposition when those days arrive. And I hope that someday, I can be truly real.
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You’re very nice to say that. Thanks for reading these!
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April 9 Cheerful June wears a bright green tee shirt speckled with garden dirt and grass stains, and clutches peonies and rocket in one hand, humming an old tune from way back when, but keeping an eye out for rainstorms. Shy July turns her face from autumn, unable to face the light’s retreat, but flushed and heated, denies all the evidence the burgeoning garden can provide, believing only the
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There’s so much to like in this installment! Number 8 bites down hard like a carnivore at bay; I loved number 9’s contrasting characterization of May, and number 11’s awesome array of curtains. 12 and 13 paint captivating pictures for me; 12 especially brought me into the room and let me feel as you felt. 14 took me back to wild places I’ve gone, and number 15 was a model of concise and concentrated writing. And number 10? I loved that sonnet on the wind. It may be my favorite of this group. Although I may change my mind when I read these again .
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@AC Benus Perfect for the onrush of green and growth! Indeed, what a delight it would be to retreat to a pastoral cabin with one's swain.
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Nice to see that visit from CJ and Owen’s perspective. I could use some of that Cancun sunshine right about now.
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Joker broke my heart to read. April 2 also brought up a whole melancholy story in my head. Forsythia shaking off snow is so appropriate for this season. These are wonderful additions to the April collection.
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I loved your first week. I was especially taken by the hat you saw flying, and it’s owner on a date. I also liked Franz with the capable hands. That phrase will stick with me all day.
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April 1 - April 8, 2022
Parker Owens commented on Parker Owens's story chapter in April 1 - April 8, 2022
Recent events and news led me to writing April 6. There are days when I have had to shut out the news, as it makes me so very sad, or so very angry, or both. April 2 is a reflection on space and the betweenness concept I teach in classes these days. Sometimes, it seems that work is a refuge from reality. But then, so are the quiet hours before dawn. Thank you for being there with me in all of them.
