Sunday, January 22, 2006

0015 The Couple On The Station Platform Comments

Rating: 2.7

There’s this couple
they’re standing there, not close enough
to be about to kiss and separate,
one for the train, the other
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Michael Shepherd
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Rev. Dr. A. Jacob Hassler 23 January 2006

public places like this are just fodder for observation and poetry. another great write, Michael! Jake

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Ernestine Northover 23 January 2006

This held me Michael, a clever 'thought out' write. Lovely story, left one wondering too how they ended up. Happily I hope. Loved it. Love Ernestine XXX

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Poetry Hound 23 January 2006

I agree with Judy Levine. I like the idea of knowing they'll make the right decision - at some point.

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jonni o 22 January 2006

I like this poem very much. I like how you handle the tension in it so gently. I especially like your optimism of 'knowing' they'll make the right decision, but I can't help but to feel that they'll each live a lifetime wondering. Very nice write.

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Mary Nagy 22 January 2006

This is wonderful Michael! I think many couples (unfortunately) find themselves in this situation. What a sad point in a relationship....... Great poem. Sincerely, Mary

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Ronberge .. 22 January 2006

Tranche de vie interessante. Reminds me of a very public lover's quarrel I witnessed in the metro a long time ago where it was obvious to the onlookers that both parties still cared very much for each other. R.

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