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Eliot- Joie De Vivre

What tune does youth most play when future's biding ? Today ! What wisdom does age convey when time is passing ? Today ! An eliot is an epigram form I labelled in honour of George Eliot the English novelist/poet, inspired by an example in Chap 8 of her book Daniel Deronda.Here is her epigram should you wish to try one for yourself What name doth Joy most borrow when life is fair ? Tomorrow ! What name does best fit sorrow In young despair? Tomorrow !

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L'Nass Shango

Date: 12/29/2009 1:34:00 PM

A man who is giver will always give ... and your genius is a treasure house of gifts. This gift is totally enjoyable. Thanks for the honor you recently bestowed upon me. I am humbled in your light.

Andrea Dietrich

Date: 12/28/2009 9:15:00 PM

I see you like forms too then! THis was a clever epigram you posted. thanks for reading my poetry. andrea

Sara Kendrick

Date: 12/28/2009 4:26:00 AM

Interesting thoughts put to pen. Educational and enlighting. Keep the creative pen flowing. Sara

Debbie Guzzi

Date: 12/26/2009 1:37:00 PM

contemplative! Light & Love

Linda-Marie Sweetheart

Date: 12/26/2009 4:36:00 AM

I do so like this type of poetry... enhances the entire meaning.. adds flavor to the reader's mind... such a brilliant way to express... thankxxxx again Brian for education plus on this rainy Saturday in New Jersey ... blessings... luv... Linda-Marie..

Raul Moreno

Date: 12/26/2009 2:58:00 AM

An amazing structure. Your keen eyes never fail to discover greatness. Great work...Raul