The Poetess Edna

Poetess Edna St. Vincent Millay
Was different for the times they say
Her lyrical works opened thought ray
Touching my very mind,  heart this day

Contest: One single four line
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Sponsor: Brian Strand
Copyright © | Year Posted 2011

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Brown Avatar
June 2, 2011 at 6:06 AM
While stopping by to read some of your amazing poetry I would like to thank you for your comments on my poetry. Your words are always appreciated Sara. May the sun always shine down upon you and fill your soul with inspiration. Love, Carol
Foulk Avatar
May 29, 2011 at 8:51 PM
thank you Sara once again for reading and commenting on Dear Sister
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May 29, 2011 at 7:31 AM
* “Tis Always Very Nice When One Can Be Touched By Another Unto The Point of Lovely Vision & Inspiration * Dear Gifted & Beautiful Sara. * Which In Turn Leads Myself Unto Your Beauties Kind Com This Early Morn * Yesss * Dear John Is My Own Inspiration & Mentor * Most All I Know In Poetry's Realms I Owe to He * Which Isn't Very Much * Smile * Very Lovely Poem Here My Dear. * Hugs & Kissses * Kisssses & Hugs * Sarah” *
Sweetheart Avatar
May 24, 2011 at 9:00 PM
an excellent entry for the competition Sara on a fantastic female poetess.. however neither of us won in this contest luv.. but excellent work..
Dietrich Avatar
May 24, 2011 at 6:59 PM
Yes, she was quite the poetess, SAra. A good one to write about!
Locksley Avatar
May 24, 2011 at 10:40 AM
I love her work too Sara. This is a terrific poem. Best to you, Diane
Mehta Avatar
May 23, 2011 at 5:14 PM
Wonderful tribute to Edna and a great entry to the contest, Sara
Hunt Avatar
May 23, 2011 at 2:55 PM
Now this is very good my dear. I hope you do great in the contest;) Matt
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May 23, 2011 at 10:36 AM
Millay is surely one of the best, Sara. Her work is as timeless as Emily Dickinson's. Very eloquent entry for Brian's contest. I'm sure he'll enjoy reading this entry. Best wishes for success! Love, Carolyn
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May 23, 2011 at 10:33 AM
I have some books on her poetry, a great poet and nice trubute to her. loved this piece of fine poetrty you wrote here today, enjoyed reading it. thank you for commenting on Midnight Moon.
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May 23, 2011 at 9:31 AM
i relish this poet too, sara... what a touching, well-scribed piece.. if for a contest, winning;s best!..:) hugggs
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