Gossamer Wings

she taught her young protege all that she knew,
knowing the end was near; on gossamer wings she flew.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2021

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Ashley Avatar
October 8, 2021 at 8:31 PM
Ah, your poem is simply beautiful and wonderfully touching, Alexis. Warmest wishes, my friend.. ~Susan
Pandit Avatar
October 7, 2021 at 4:11 AM
A beautiful, meaningful couplet Alexis.
Buhagiar Avatar
October 6, 2021 at 10:57 PM
Lovely words that hit the heart.
Wolf Avatar
October 6, 2021 at 8:19 PM
Sweet couplet, Alexis. I think that this would have done well in Milt's contest... Next time! ~ Gershon
Buehler Avatar
October 6, 2021 at 5:52 PM
As someone who had unforgettable teachers, this poem is especially meaningful, Alexis. It's simply beautiful, and is in my faves. :)
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October 6, 2021 at 3:21 PM
Truly those words are absolutely beautiful Alexis… Belle
Allison Avatar
October 6, 2021 at 3:18 PM
aww this is so lovely Alexis:-) hugs jan xx
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