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For 1398 Poetry Contest sponsored by Brian Strand

Inspired by The Lady of Shalott by John William Waterhouse Dear Lady of Shalott, I gaze at thee, and beauties before me, I count three in your time and place, remote. First, the beauty of nature’s scheme and lush expanse of a wild stream. You’re lost in some sad river dream, on your little boat. And, yes, this gorgeous tapestry, and candles to guide you as you flee, whilst you stay afloat. Most of all your flowing hair, flowing gown and worried stare upon a face so mild and fair, as you sit upon your boat. Who has brought you pain and concern? Does someone cause your heart to yearn where you sit and float? Were you made sad by prince or knight? Did the painter paint your plight? Milady, I beg you with this poem I write, take me on your boat.

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Date: 7/23/2025 3:45:00 PM
lovely descriptive words and lines about the Lady of Shalott. Outstanding and engaging Ekphrasis
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David Crandall
Date: 7/23/2025 7:02:00 PM
Thanks, I'm taking a creative writing class in my retirement community, and the teacher wanted us to write a story or poem about this particular painting.

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