There was a wildness to the man
whose hand hammered at the door;
an old familiar order, a command
recognition on demand:
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There are many wonderful things I could say about this poem. The title and first line are very catchy. Each stanza is very descriptive, full of story and then contains one line which seems to sum up everything said and then brings one back to reality; ex.... far from home, savored each mouthful of golden lemonade..., threw light across the years, and making tea as usual. Very beautiful and artistic.
A wonderfully descriptive poem Gillian, a real pleasure to read. Best wishes, Andrew x