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Missdirections

Applies her makeup Grabs that glam getup May put on odd airs Acts as if she cares Giggles to lowbrows Wiggles with highbrows Goes downtown dancing Dips downright dazzling So no big to-do For this ingenue

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Hilo Poet

Date: 2/16/2022 1:39:00 AM

Delightfully penned, Greg, as per notable requirements outlined for what is and soon to be for some structural value! My compliments for your winning entry my friend, Aloha~William, Cheers!

Greg Gaul
Date: 2/16/2022 6:29:00 AM

I greatly appreciate your visit and thoughtful commentary. Very kind and encouraging. Be well.

Sam Kauffman

Date: 3/22/2021 11:37:00 AM

Great rhythmic movement - like great dance music! Your rhyme scheme really flows. Love your "ingenue" reference. This is just plain delightful and so much fun. All the best!

Greg Gaul
Date: 3/23/2021 6:41:00 PM

Sam, I assume we both lament the decline of the ingenue. It's like the loss of innocence in America, the loss of it in all of us. Your sensitivity and your voice is reassuring and helpful. Thank you for your kindness.

Caren Krutsinger

Date: 3/18/2021 8:16:00 PM

I like how fast this breezed along, I felt like this poem was singing and dancing.

Greg Gaul
Date: 3/19/2021 5:48:00 AM

Caren, so kind of you to visit. Your poetic sensibility is most appreciated. To hear you breezed along validates part of my intent confirming that the couplets keep the reader positively moving to the final line. Thanks ever so for your comments. Be well.

Susan Ashley

Date: 3/18/2021 5:57:00 PM

Dear Greg, this little Missy appreciates her fun adventures! I love the light-hearted spirit of this breezy poem. I especially love the playful rhyme pair; Giggles and Wiggles, that captures the ingenue's joie de vie perfectly. A bright delicate poetic gem. Warmest wishes my dear friend.. ~Susan

Greg Gaul
Date: 3/19/2021 5:43:00 AM

Susan, I lament the decline of the ingenue. Innocence lost. As well, I empathize with women who battle objectification. Giving it a light touch, yet a spotlight, was the goal of this little piece. I so appreciate your take on this because I feared it might go the wrong way. Your comments weigh heavily. Thank you.