Loneliness 'Automat' Painting By Edward Hopper

sipping cold coffee
staring into emptiness
counting tiny grounds

Copyright © 2009 By Caryl S. Muzzey
Copyright © | Year Posted 2009

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Dietrich Avatar
August 11, 2013 at 3:40 PM
hey, this is really good. Looks like you used a painting as inspiration. I'm surprised I have not seen it before.
Austin Avatar
May 29, 2012 at 10:13 AM
I also like Hopper. Have done some large copies of his work. Congrats on the selection. daver
Fraser Avatar
December 27, 2009 at 9:17 AM
Wonderful piece to an excellent painting Caryl >> James
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October 24, 2009 at 4:56 AM
Congratulations, Caryl, on placing in Brian’s Imagine contest with this very imaginative haiku. I love this write. Smiles, Dane Ann
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October 23, 2009 at 2:14 PM
This poem packs a punch! Just wanted to drop by and add congratulations on being one of the winners in Brian's contest to my others comment. Wishing on continued success with your writing. Karen
Augustus Avatar
October 19, 2009 at 12:50 PM
I think you painted the perfect picture with your poem. This poem clearly matches the painting. Congratulations on your well deserved win in this contest!
Gass Avatar
October 19, 2009 at 5:28 AM
Congratulations on your Win in Brians contest, Caryl, with this wonderfully written piece! Well deserved! Love, Robin
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October 18, 2009 at 4:12 PM
This says so much in a few words. Congrats on your win ...! BG
Richards Avatar
October 18, 2009 at 8:59 AM
I love this unique twist to the contest! Well done! Congratulations on your win! ~ Carrie
Brown Avatar
October 18, 2009 at 6:19 AM
Congratulations on your win in Brian's contest Caryl. Love, Carol
Brown Avatar
October 15, 2009 at 5:25 AM
Caryl, I wish you the best in Brian's Imagine contest. Love, Carol
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October 14, 2009 at 11:53 PM
Thank you for supporting my contest Caryl.Rgds Brian
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October 14, 2009 at 4:32 PM
Nice use of imagery and alliteration. Gives the reader something to think about. Thank you for sharing your thoughts with us. Karen
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