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A Pond, a Distance

A pond, a distance England carries her beyond I failed my mission To grasp her arm for my heart Her beauty compares to none Russell Sivey 12/26/2011

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Andrea Dietrich

Date: 12/27/2011 8:34:00 PM

It reminds me of love sonnet, only done in tanka form. Thanks for the read, Russell.

Daver Austin

Date: 12/27/2011 2:45:00 PM

I've never been to England, Russell, but when I see the Queen or hear anything by Elgar, shivers go up and down my spine. Love your poem. And, Happy New Year back atcha. daver

Sara Kendrick

Date: 12/27/2011 2:44:00 PM

Good one..Reads like a very unusual lady of whom you write...Thanks for stopping by, reading, and commenting on my work..Sara