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man of aran's avatar

Glad you think so, Shawn!

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Patris's avatar

What a beautiful poem, mysterious and calming.

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Dian Parker's avatar

I love how the long look and relook at the image and reread of the poem illuminate and enrich. “To gird myself and pray….there’s a presence in the blue, a differing, tempting light…”

A rich spirituality. Brava!

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man of aran's avatar

Appreciate your engagement with both the art and the words, Dian!

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Weston Parker's avatar

Herr Friedrich would be pleased and honored, I should think. The monk's longing is palpable. Good stuff.

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man of aran's avatar

Such a wonderful compliment! So happy it worked well for you.

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Agnes Christie's avatar

A loaded poem. Thank you

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man of aran's avatar

My pleasure!

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