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Not Always So

Just as it’s not always so First thought is best thought There’s always exceptions to the rule Or to put it directly, Rules are made to be broken, Or more charitably Rules are by nature fluid Suited to conditions which are always By definition conditional. And so my rule of thumb for poetry Less is more Jostles with the other three axioms of creation; Less is less More is less More is more Always needing to be considered In the broader context Of what is being said And to whom. (11/15/24)

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Date: 11/15/2024 3:11:00 PM
Well said..some are more vocal.
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James Moore
Date: 11/15/2024 3:57:00 PM
Thanks Kim, you sound like my wife, who is one of few words, while I on the other hand…

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