Brian Strand Poet Imagism

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’ .

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Michael Torres December 3, 2008 at 1:08 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

Carrie Richards December 3, 2008 at 8:11 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

Barbara Gorelick December 3, 2008 at 7:06 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

Sharon Winter December 3, 2008 at 6:16 AM I remember the difference through those I have known who have experienced it. Truly perfect for this form. Love, Shar

Juliane Thomas December 3, 2008 at 4:26 AM A beautiful moment indeed! ~ Juliane

Kristin Reynolds December 3, 2008 at 3:29 AM A beautiful view here, Brian. love, Kristin

Sean Kelly December 3, 2008 at 1:30 AM Yes ! .. I see .... It makes life so much better for so many elderly people ... Much to be read into , between the lines ....