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Spaces-Cataract

The mist lifts slowly A new vista is unveiled Gael Turnbull(1928-2004,a Scottish doctor-poet created the imagist Spaces form in his collection Briefly (1967) a two line poem with a larger than usual space Turnbull called poems using his device ‘Spaces’, and noted of these ‘The visual “space” is,a pause or hesitation, even a temporary dislocation of attention’ .

Copyright © | Year Posted 2008




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Date: 12/3/2008 1:08:00 PM
So much thought and meaning in this one Brian. Loved it as alwlays a deep clever write from you. Blessing's to you and your family Michael
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Date: 12/3/2008 8:11:00 AM
I will probably need to do this soon...I know so many, who said the result is amazing and almost immediate! Perfect poem for spaces! :) Carrie
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Date: 12/3/2008 7:06:00 AM
We live in an amazing time medically..What a blessing to be able to see , no more mist. Your on a roll this am Brian. BG
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Date: 12/3/2008 6:16:00 AM
I remember the difference through those I have known who have experienced it. Truly perfect for this form. Love, Shar
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Date: 12/3/2008 4:26:00 AM
A beautiful moment indeed! ~ Juliane
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Date: 12/3/2008 3:29:00 AM
A beautiful view here, Brian. love, Kristin
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Date: 12/3/2008 1:30:00 AM
Yes ! .. I see .... It makes life so much better for so many elderly people ... Much to be read into , between the lines ....
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