the splatter of a thousand raindrops
tiny explosions of liquid mortar shells
fall with a silence as numb as my heart
the twirl of your feet, the white of your dress,
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Wow awesome wording here, and your phrasing is ESP creatively crafted! ! ! I ESP admire how u wrote, barnacled stern and limousined, . Sublime eloquence in mod style. Kudos. Nice to read from your pen again, do add your thoughts/comment on my newest poem too titled, mirage surprise
The interlocking of images is most riveting allied to an excellent rhythmic flow of the verse. A sad and powerful picture emerges.
Hey, Neal! For me it took a second reading before I got a sense of the scene. As always, I appreciate your fresh wording. This poem leaves me curious about the story behind it. Hoping this finds you well, Glen