Letter Comments

Flying across the ocean! Thanks for sharing this poem with us.

A missive is it? Gathering up it's immediate surroundings, the tangible landscape all around, as if it were a painting by John Constable (which is exactly what it reminds me of) . And then the landscape begins to admit the first person, the author. The letter writer takes his place to give the painting a sense of intimacy. A scale that tells the reader this is personal: I am here. Once established more voices and people enter the fray. The perspective broadens, reaching outwards, encompassing others that brings a sense of warmth and familiarity. An adventure in the offing. A romance blossoming as the man acknowledges the woman for whom he writes his letter. The letter that bravely gives wings (sails?) to his imagination to fly and cover any distance as his heart is lifted by this missive and its intended recipient. A remarkable journey.

Flying across the ocean..... thanks for posting.....

Breath-taking landscape where the hustle bustle of village life comes alive. Fine expression: All day the country tempts me to go strolling; The little village urchins, book in hand, Peacefully, hour by hour, with little fuss, I shed My days, and think of you, my lady fair!