A Pair of Shoes - Van Gogh

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Van Gogh Monoku Poetry Contest, Sponsor - Di11y Da11y. Date: 07/19/2023

~ a sad, harsh transit ride through the vale of tears - weather-beaten old shoes ~

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Valsa George

Date: 7/22/2023 9:43:00 PM

'A transit ride through the vale of tears'.... What a powerful metaphor ! Congratulations dear Edward on your great win.

Edward Ibeh
Date: 7/23/2023 5:53:00 AM

Thank you very much, Valsa:-)

Christuraj Alex

Date: 7/21/2023 12:13:00 AM

"Vale of tears" - Compelling writing. Congratulations!

Edward Ibeh
Date: 7/21/2023 4:33:00 AM

Thank you very much, Christuraj:-)

Speaks Volumes

Date: 7/19/2023 11:12:00 AM

Your Monoku is so apt for his painting and for his life. Exceptional perception Edward. A winner I am sure.

Edward Ibeh
Date: 7/19/2023 11:18:00 AM

Thank you very much, SV:-)

Jay Narain

Date: 7/19/2023 10:36:00 AM

Nice

Edward Ibeh
Date: 7/19/2023 10:39:00 AM

Thank you, Jay:-)