The Forgotten Artist Comments
He sits alone 'most every night
watching in the firelight,
his useless hands lie on his knee
lifeless, white deformity.
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Great poetry! I appreciate the prudent comment of poet David. Top score.
Sad but beautiful portrait of an artist ravaged by medical conditions. It is almost my autobiography too, as I used to paint and play clarinet too, but arthritis got the upper hand. I hope it make Poem of the Day, it deserves to.
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7/31/2025 10:23:42 AM # 1.0.0
Very heartfelt poem, showing a deep understanding of how you remember your father's difficulties in losing his gifts. Remember your dad is two steps ahead of you and one day in the next world you will be reunited. God bless you.