It's midnight here in Utah
And the world outside is still
As I sit down at my keyboard to compose -
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Absolutely a great, poignant and beautiful poem which I enjoyed- of course not without pain at heart!
Your title grabbed my attention and the effort was not wasted A splendidly nostalgic poem
Nicely done, Linda. I particularly like the last stanza. Regards, Don
Mature, well constructed, wonderfully composed. A poet to be reckoned with you are. Great work. Adeline
What a heartfelt poem, I can second everything you say, we all miss the lovely FJR's name popping up on our comments and how he had the power to dazzle and shine to all who stepped in his path. We are lucky to have known him and hope one day he'll return to warm our hearts. For now though, I'm there with you, understand and empathasise. Agree with Allie's comments... she's right on cue! HG: -) xx
A stunning elegant tribute to an exceptional man whose exuberance and drive (not to mention extravagance) could never be matched on this crazy site. Your last couplet will immediately be printed out and placed close to this computer - to remind me of him and you. Beautiful verse from a beautiful poet to a beautiful poet. love, Allie xxxxxxxxxx
I read and enjoyed this poem. Structured forms appeal to me. I often wonder about poets I have come to know on the net who suddenly disappear. Sometimes I discover what has happened to them Like pper dance and poet dude They have died and we only have thier words ro recall them to mind Others just dropp out from the poetry scene. I coul picture you at your keyboard jsut wondering
I read and enjoyed this poem. Structured forms appeal to me. I often wonder about poets I have come to know on the net who suddenly disappear. Sometimes I discover what has happened to them Like pper dance and poet dude They have died and we only have thier words ro recall them to mind Others just dropp out from the poetry scene. I coul picture you at your keyboard jsut wondering
A slendid piece of writing Linda, and I so agree that PH is not the same without Frank's wonderful comments. We must just hope he hasn't gone too far away and that he will post again every so often.. Loved reading this, a very clever write. Love and hugs Ernestine XXX
Linda, I also miss the subways of his mind, the unexpected twists and turns, and the smooth plays on words.. not to mention his wonderful love poems. He will be back, of this I am sure...in one form or another. I am doing my best to talk him into a book deal....more on that when he gets aroundtoit! I don't think his light will be hidden too long, because it shines too brightly. Linda
Well young Lady of the voiced words of such motin verbs bringing such touch of compation an' down right tribute unto a stature that has touched many on this web-blast pages of parady...I can only say that this trubute is second only by the heart- of-giving owned by it's writter.WELL DONE LiNDA...
Aw! and aw! A lovely deeply personal tribute. I'm betting there are quite a few who wish they had written this. t x
Beautifully written piece Linda, ....expertly composed poignant poem....10++ thanks for sharing best wishes Jon.