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February 18, 2013

Juxtaposed: A Poem (based on a contemporary painting)

His tired feet Encased in shoes too small For far too long Worn leather cracked And bleeding Dusty soles betray Where he’s been Old sawdust and pain Weathered by time Waiting for a new day When he can sail away Her shapely leg Disappearing at the ankle Where it kisses new leather Spun out and … Continue reading Juxtaposed: A Poem (based on a contemporary painting)

December 30, 2012June 28, 2019

The Scene Remains: A Poem (inspired by Monet’s landscape painting)

Glittering reflection shining on cool, calm waters Extending both north and south of the shore Old-fashioned avenues juxtaposed for show Jutting high into the air above Étretat. Three identical boats dock, though untethered Pointing toward the horizon of a new day Cellophane clouds float past in clear skies Wishing for conscious release. She peers out … Continue reading The Scene Remains: A Poem (inspired by Monet’s landscape painting)