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Tribute To Emily Dickinson

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She was simply... the best! ...

Demure in her pose, modest in her ways Deflecting potential beaus, careful not to stray Brief in conversation, shunning repartee Halting in her laughter, her faint smile shadowy Eyes fixed on the ground, hair pulled tautly back Lips pursed tight together, her figure corset-wracked Yet deep within dwelt beauty, of a type so rarely seen Her eternity of timeless verse, visionary... and pristine

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Smita Kulkarni

Date: 9/14/2019 1:26:00 PM

So nicely described!

Gershon Wolf
Date: 9/14/2019 9:17:00 PM

Thank you so much for your kind words, Smita. Appreciated. Cheers, Gershon

Edward Ibeh

Date: 9/13/2019 1:50:00 PM

Glad to discover this tribute of one of my all-time favorite poets! Loved it. Great job, Gershon:-)

Gershon Wolf
Date: 9/13/2019 3:33:00 PM

No one quite like Emily, is there?... I'm impressed that you dug so far back for this one, Edward. Appreciate your feedback. Best wishes, Gershon

Gordon Mcconnell

Date: 9/12/2019 4:50:00 PM

A great piece on a great poet Gershon, great imagery and fine insightful thoughts. Did you catch the movie about Emily D a few years ago, I got it on DVD and it was a good movie. Blessings,Gordon

Gershon Wolf
Date: 9/12/2019 5:16:00 PM

Interesting that you went back for this one, Gordon... And I did catch that movie about Emily... She is my ultimate inspiration for writing poetry. Her poems are just so deep. They make the reader think and ponder. She was amazing. Thanks for your comment. Appreciated. Cheers, gw

Janice Canerdy

Date: 9/1/2018 1:29:00 PM

How lovely! CONGRATULATIONS on your well-deserved win, Gershon! Janice

Gershon Wolf
Date: 9/2/2018 1:02:00 PM

Thank you, Janice. Much appreciated. ~ Gershon

Vijay Pandit

Date: 9/1/2018 8:19:00 AM

Congrats on your top win, Gershon.. with this excellent poem.

Gershon Wolf
Date: 9/2/2018 1:01:00 PM

Appreciated, Vijay. ~ gw

Maureen McGreavy The Insolent Rib

Date: 9/1/2018 7:53:00 AM

A wonderful tribute my friend, congratulations on a very much deserved win. You are inspiring. xomo

Gershon Wolf
Date: 9/2/2018 1:01:00 PM

Thank you, Maureen. Actually I'm perspiring; Emily D. is inspiring. ~ gw

Caren Krutsinger

Date: 8/28/2018 5:09:00 AM

I do not know if I can remember her poems, but now I want to. You have made her alive in my mind, Gershon.

Gershon Wolf
Date: 8/28/2018 1:42:00 PM

Thank you for the sincerity of your comment, Caren. (Try "Hope is the Thing with Feathers" and/or Success is Counted Sweetest" to get rolling with Emily D. … Of course, there are so many great ones ... My guess is that you'll find her fascinating). :) gw

Virginia Waters

Date: 8/28/2018 12:56:00 AM

A beautiful portrait and tribute - a 3 dimensional image is bought to mind - I can see her walking. Must re-read some of her poetry now!

Gershon Wolf
Date: 8/28/2018 2:48:00 PM

Yes, yes, Virginia. Do so!! My favorites are "I Had No Time to Hate," and "Success is Counted Sweetest," but there are so many dozens of 'faves' from which to choose. Happy reading! Best wishes, Gershon

Connie Marcum Wong

Date: 8/28/2018 12:48:00 AM

Oh this is lovely Gershon! You have described her perfectly. She has the innate ability to make you feel her feelings through her poetry. I end up sighing in wonder at her works. A beautiful tribute to an even more beautiful lady who took poetry to elevated levels. Thank you for this treat! : )

Gershon Wolf
Date: 8/28/2018 2:47:00 PM

You are certainly welcome, Connie. I see that you feel about her as I do. There'll never be another like her... Thank you for sharing your insights and your feelings about this remarkable poetess for the ages. Blessings, gw

Kim Rodrigues

Date: 8/27/2018 10:21:00 PM

Greatly enjoyed this description/tribute, Gershon! Your admiration shines through!

Gershon Wolf
Date: 8/27/2018 10:43:00 PM

Thank you, thank you. Anyone who appreciates Emily D. is a friend of mine forever. Best wishes, Gershon