Parker Owens
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You have made my day, knowing that this story has become part of you, and that it speaks to you still. It’s not weird at all - there are some stories that have done the same for me over so many years. Thank you so very much!
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I’m so glad you took the time to read all the way through Andy’s journal. While he still must cope with the cares and stresses of his past, his future seems open to joy and promise. He and Zander have made a home in one another, and that must lift the hearts of everyone who knows them. Thank you so very much for reading, and for leaving a comment.
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Thank you! They’re delightful to watch and they distract me from weeding.
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I hope there will be more for your eyes to catch this summer. I’m glad you could see mine with me. Thank you so much for your comments.
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Thank you for observing butterflies with me. The swallowtails and viceroys are flitting about the loosestrife and globe thistles just now, and the Aphrodites have been drawn to the borage and summer squashes in addition to the calendulas. These creatures are works of art.
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I’m so glad these brought back some happy memories. There are white cabbage moths, which may be great pests. The azures can look similar in the right light. There are more butterflies this year than in previous summers. I’m hopeful that’s a good sign.
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Sulphur butterflies flit amongst the violas, dancing for nectar. *** Monarchs munch milkweed in the sun-soaked high meadow, preparing to nap. *** Mourning cloaks emerge with the first red maple buds, savoring the spring. *** Bronze Aphrodites crowd the bright calendulas, waving with the breeze. *** Small summer azures flutter out of the t
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That was fun to read! Thanks for doing this.
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Jackson is facing a supremely difficult moment; he has to recognize and cross that line from adolescence into responsibility. In doing so, he will commit himself to parts of his future and to who he wants to be and who he wants to love. What makes this story and this chapter compelling is that so many of us face this crossing, yet never stop to think about it as Jackson must.
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Welcome, @SnowBear. I know what you mean about transcribing handwritten works onto one’s phone. Dictation can be fraught, but I’ve managed it for some things. I’m glad you’re a member!
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You’re very kind to say these shine. It’s a form very new to me. Thank you for your encouragement.
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I love the way you put it: you taste the poems. Sometimes I think one must read poetry slowly, just one poem at a time. A whole book of poetry might take quite a while to finish, but it’s worth reading it that way. Thanks very much for taking a moment to sample these.
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I’m so very glad these resonated with you. If the form made sense, then I’m even happier. Thanks very much for your encouragement.
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Yes. I understand, and thank you very much!
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You’re very kind. So you think the form works?
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Summer The morning star has given way to colors at the break of day, in all their fabled panoply before the sun starts on its daily run the birdsong to accompany. Night’s storms and thunder are undone as fresh winds from the north are spun the moment dawn thought best to play where sky meets tree when one looks easterly, the riven clouds to chase away. The shadows from our blankets flee a
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The crowd chants for crucifixion, not caring Liam’s every school day was a Calvary. The papers and news cycle have spread the word that he killed Rhys. Liam cannot begin to tell his own story. I fear the Crown Court will do him no favors.
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Jeremiah is lucky to be alive. I felt every shudder and crash of that storm. Hope he and JoJo enjoy exploring that trunk.
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Starslide… what a marvelous choice of name. You brought a smile to my face in your tale of family dynamics. Uncle Jack is indeed uber cool.
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There’s nothing quite like the building anticipation of a summer thunderstorm moving in. In some cases, there’s real reason for fear, in others, there’s the promise of weather drama, followed by the sun. It’s always better to share such experiences with someone special, I agree. Thank you for reading, and for your comments.
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Long legged teens in cutoffs faded pale, still growing into their height… egrets came to mind immediately. I’m glad summer scenes such as I remember - and still experience today - can come to you all the way across the sea. Thank you for reading and commenting on this.
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Those days from my youth echo in memory, all the more loudly in these soft-edged summer days. I can still see the colors of water beaded on skin and hear excited voices at the appearance of a water snake. Thanks very much for reading and for listening with me.
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As a matter of theology, I believe there are special places deep in hell reserved for men like Pastor Simpson. Matt may be attracted to the money, but what might he do with his newfound wealth?
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Thank you for making a summer visit with me in this poem. These are days to treasure and store up for the cold winter ahead.
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I'm glad these words evoked good memories for you. Even now, I cannot pass a creek without at least a tiny urge to stop, take off my shoes, and go wading. I hope you can enjoy some of these days that are left to us this summer. Many thanks.
