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An Act of Ultimate Sacrifice

my grandpa was saved
from drowning in a lake by
boy who could not swim

9.10.18
Contest: Son of a Senryu
A true story

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Line Gauthier

September 11, 2018 at 10:05 AM

Wow, Jesse - what an amazing true story. We'd love to hear more... perhaps a longer poem in the future... Line xx

Jesse Rowe

September 11, 2018 at 8:26 PM

Unfortunately, that note is the full extent of what I know about it, and sadly my grandfather is no longer alive to recount the tale.

Susan Ashley

September 10, 2018 at 7:39 PM

Guardian angels come in all shapes and sizes.. truly amazing, Jesse. It’s so lovely for you to sing his praises. A beautifully poignant senryu and I relished your backstory in your poet’s note as well.. Warmest wishes.. ~Susan