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Amergin-First & Last

I am a tear:in tragedy's fear I am the hope:when power cannot cope I bring forth life: from the world's strife I am the peace:that will never cease I am the fire:in love's desire I am the light: in blindness sight I am the grace: in repentance face I am friend: who but I Sees the beginning from the end This is my adaptation of the 6th century kyrielle form credited to the mythological Irish poet Amergin.I have accordingly labelled the form with his name.

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Carolyn Devonshire

Date: 5/9/2010 4:45:00 AM

Truly a "masterpiece," Brian. The ability to find new beginnings from endings is a rare treasure. Best wishes, Carolyn

Robin L. Gass

Date: 2/1/2009 8:29:00 AM

I love the sentiment of this beautiful piece. This is a wonder example for me of this form you have often mentioned in my comments. Thank you for your thoughtfulness. Love, Robin I will let youknow when I receive the book Thank you!

Carrie Richards

Date: 2/1/2009 8:21:00 AM

The true definition of friendship....a lovely poem, wonderful form. ....Sincerely, Carrie

Christopher Higgins

Date: 2/1/2009 7:33:00 AM

Terrific job with this piece Brian. Love this form and the theme within the piece is wonderful.

Sharon Winter

Date: 2/1/2009 6:54:00 AM

Love your beautiful introduction to yet another creative form. Nicely done! Love, Shar

Kristin Reynolds

Date: 2/1/2009 4:06:00 AM

Wow, Brian that, this is so beautiful! LOVE the message and the new form, well done! Love, Kristin