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Play on the poem "The Love Song of J. Alfred Prufrock" by T. S. Eliot (1888–1965).


 

Talking to my dog in words from 'J Alfred Prufrock'

I said to my dog, "Let us go then, you and I, 
while pink, wispy clouds traverse the azure sky.
Oh, do not bark, ‘What is it?’
Let's  just go and make our visit
to your favorite tree so you can whiz it.

And then, we’ll go walk a little by the beach,
to hear the mermaids singing, each to each.
And if you're real good, we’ll stop by the bakery nearby
and share a fresh piece of that yummy peach pie.”

He didn't respond. He just kept sniffing.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2025

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De Beaulieu Avatar
March 16, 2025 at 10:00 AM
Hello Marinus Jansen, This is a beautiful poem. i like it so much. it will be my fav. /Darlene/Enjoy your weekend my friend. /Darlene.
De Beaulieu Avatar
March 16, 2025 at 11:52 AM
Hellpo marinus Jansen, You are very welcome. Enjoy your day my friend. /Darlene/
Jansen Avatar
March 16, 2025 at 11:17 AM
Thanks for your nice comment, Darlene. And you enjoy the rest of your weekend, too. :-)
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