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The poet sits At the lower table While his wife Addresses the group. Suddenly, she directs Her remarks to him, Spitting out words like Bullets, wounding his Spirit and his pride. He quickly rises To leave the room, Dropping his poetry Notes to the floor, Upon reaching the Foyer, realizes his Marriage is over-- Just like that. written August 27, 2021

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Caren Krutsinger

Date: 8/30/2021 6:47:00 PM

How sad Spitting out words like Bullets, wounding his Spirit and his pride." So sad!

L Milton Hankins
Date: 8/30/2021 7:17:00 PM

See my comment to Gershon. Thanks for your read.

Gershon Wolf

Date: 8/28/2021 7:30:00 PM

I'd spit right back! But then again, I'm not a 'full-time poet.' lol. ~ Obstinate in Osh-Kosh

L Milton Hankins
Date: 8/28/2021 8:05:00 PM

I think he was just horrified and in shock, G.W. Of course, this is all in my imagination, so...I give you permission to do whatever you think is appropriate for you! (chuckle) Believe it or not, I woke up in the middle of the night with this image and dictated it into my phone...then promptly went back to sleep! Have a wonderful week, Gershon.

Delice Arleen Skelly

Date: 8/28/2021 8:15:00 AM

Wow, what a harsh way to say goodbye. I feel for your tormented poet..Delice

L Milton Hankins
Date: 8/28/2021 8:26:00 AM

Thank you, Delice. I think so, too.