Dancers

Six youthful dancers at the peak of physical fitness,
But time was cruel: their beauty withered and arthritis set in.
They will remain young and beautiful for ever in the photo.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2011

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Sweetheart Avatar
March 29, 2011 at 1:28 PM
Jack this write is so awesome just had to come back for more luv.. thankxx for your encouraging words on my 'cad' poem.. it was a true experience ... luv..
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March 29, 2011 at 12:46 PM
Wouldn't it be grand if we could stay the way we look in those old photos? The photo gave you some great inspiration and the second line brought me a giggle. Then reality set in in the final line. This should do very well in the ballet contest, Jack. Best wishes for success! Love, Carolyn
Sweetheart Avatar
March 28, 2011 at 8:20 PM
Absolutely delightful Jack.. such honesty u present to us all.. in your Sijo lines..luv.. an awesome write and super win for sure ..good luck.. am sure Rick will enjoy luv..
Horsman Avatar
March 28, 2011 at 4:49 PM
brilliant jack, just love this, so different when the middle line brings out such reality, and the last line such truth, so simple, so subtle, an enjoyment to read. good luck with this in contest, Harry
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March 28, 2011 at 3:55 PM
what an awesome way to do the contest. Talking about the way they REMAIN in the picture. Great poem from it!
Brown Avatar
March 28, 2011 at 11:47 AM
Enjoyed reading your outstanding poetry this today Jack. May you have a beautiful week of good health, love and baskets overflowing with inspiration. Love, Carol
Brown Avatar
March 28, 2011 at 11:46 AM
Enjoyed reading your outstanding poetry this today Jack. May you have a beautiful week of good health, love and baskets overflowing with inspiration. Love, Carol
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March 28, 2011 at 11:06 AM
Just Excellent Jack!Goodluck---kashinath
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