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So, Either By Thy Picture Or My Love

...for Juvie Dainty feet, a parasol, a floral cotton dress, fresh, as breezes kiss the leaves, a breath of loveliness. Your long gown swishing through the grass as flowers adorn your hair, where'er you coyly come to pass a glowing picture in the air. Delicate, sophisticated, charming when you sing, you float, like mist o'er hill and dale, appearing, disappearing. Though evanescent as a cloud you shine for all you're worth, real, substantial, beautiful, a goddess here on earth. (*Title taken from William Shakespeare's Sonnet XLV11)

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Date: 1/3/2011 3:30:00 PM
Oopsie...I did remember this verse, but not that I'd commented...duh, is me.
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Date: 1/3/2011 3:27:00 PM
This is intoxicatingly beautiful, Keith. So romantic. "Juvie" would be proud to have such a wonderous verse written for her. Bravo!! Love the images, the story line...the entire piece.:) Happy New Year! Keep well, and keep writing..Mikki
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Date: 12/7/2010 3:59:00 PM
This is beautiful, Keith. It's soft, tender, and flows so beautifully. Nice pieces to take, when signing out of here. Thank you! Mikki
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Date: 12/27/2009 1:37:00 AM
Beautiful fellow Brit! Lovely lyrical language.
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Date: 11/18/2009 4:07:00 PM
This is absolutely gorgeous, Keith! What a lovely, elegant tribute to Juvie. I'm ridiculously happy to see a new posting from you! Big hugs, Donna
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Date: 11/18/2009 1:33:00 PM
Beautiful Poem...Enjoyed reading today...Marty
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Date: 11/18/2009 5:07:00 AM
Reminds me of a picture by Monet. Very descriptive write almost like being there. Keep the pen flowing. Sara
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Date: 11/17/2009 5:51:00 PM
You said it well in your poem....a poetic breath of loveliness! ~ Carrie
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Date: 11/17/2009 11:58:00 AM
So good to see a post from you.. and such a great one..she is one lucky girl..BG
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Date: 11/17/2009 10:23:00 AM
An excellent write Keith. God Bless Phyl
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