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C.J. Heck's avatar

What a beautiful message this poem contains. Thank you most sincerely.

man of aran's avatar

You're so welcome! Thank you for reading.

Dian Parker's avatar

A beautiful poem and sensibility.

And that painting by Neel is a stunner.

Great pairing!

Thank you.

man of aran's avatar

Yes, I thought so, thanks, Dian.

Margaret Ann Silver's avatar

Sometimes I hold my breath through poems (like I did with this one) and I think it's because this one is so beautiful.

man of aran's avatar

Wow, glad you made it to the end! :-) Interesting approach! Thanks, Margaret.

Margaret Ann Silver's avatar

Just to be clear, I wasn’t holding my breath on purpose ;). But now I’m cracking up.

Richbee's avatar

I consumed your poem with an Italian flair and when finished I found myself fulfilled with seasoned wisdom just right to provide sustenance for the rest of the day.

man of aran's avatar

What writer could ask for more from a reader! Thanks, Richard.

Fotini Masika's avatar

Thank you for this, Alan. I savoured every word. 🖤

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Very glad to hear that, Fotini!

Shifra Sharlin's avatar

I am so glad I can comment on this one (I'm the person who had trouble commenting on the last one and wrote to you.) First, I've never seen an Alice Neel drawing in this style. Expressive and mischievous too. The story, the poem shared with us as the woman freely share her lasagna. Thx.

man of aran's avatar

Very happy it worked for you this time, Shifra! I did reply to your email, not sure if you got that. Yes, Alice Neel portraits are quite something, this one from her early period. Thanks!

Shifra Sharlin's avatar

I got that reply! I just didn't have time to reply back. Thanks. I look forward to your next poem.

Weston Parker's avatar

Very enjoyable, thank you.

man of aran's avatar

Thanks for reading, Wes! Glad you enjoyed.

Ronald Drimmel's avatar

Another wonder sent off into the world. Thanks Alan.

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You’re too kind, Ronald! Thanks.