My poems “Scarecrow Ascends,” “Before We Knew,” and “A Step Closer” have been published at Sleet Magazine. I am grateful to editor Susan Solomon for taking these poems.
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Congratulations, Robert. Beautiful poems.
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Thank you, as always, Merril.
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All three are lovely Robert, and before we knew was powerfully deep.
Congratulations
Jordan
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So pleased you liked them, Jordan. Thank you!
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Congratulations, Robert!! 🙂
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Thank you, Newton. Much appreciated.
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You are warmly welcome, Robert!
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Well done, Bob. Congratulations.
Fortunately, Scarecrow has a purpose, and company to keep.
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Scarecrow’s not had much to say lately, but perhaps he’ll drop in one of these days. 🙂
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Congratulations
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Thank you, Jeni.
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Congratulations, Bob!
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Bit by bit, they trickle out!
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Wonderful poems, as always. And it’s an honour to be there alongside you.
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I am the one who is honored, Robert. Thank you.
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Too kind – cheers!
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“…the way you’d smiled and said, / from some place I’d never / witnessed before, come here, / now…” <<< Wow! This line, especially, takes my breath away!
It seems Scarecrow isn't the only one who knows a thing or two about being undone.
Congratulations! These poems are transcendent!
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Just channeling my adolescent self, who was so unsure…and undone.
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…and pretty stinking endearing for it! 😉
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Congrats!
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Thanks very much!
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A triple WOW – Scarecrow seems always immediately relevant (knowing you did not write this yesterday, but it speaks to right now)
“Before We Knew” stirs up emotions and recalls – though you reflect on specifics, there’s an underlying truth about the potential any human-to-human encounter poses. This took me right back to a 2003 first kiss. (We are getting married next month after 16 years together – I may reread this poem as part of my prep!)
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Congratulations on getting married! And thank you.
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Such exquisite and independent voice. Would that I were as skilled. Thank you
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You are very kind. Thank you!
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Once again, Scarecrow scatters his wisdom. May the seeds find fertile ground.
Congratulations, as always, another fine group. (K)
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Thank you, Kerfe. Scarecrow’s visits have been scarce of late, but who knows when he’ll pop up again. I can’t conjure him at whim; he’s willful that way. 🙂
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The crows are rubbing off on him.
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They are his closest friends. 🙂
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Congrats!
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Thanks, Andrew.
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You’re welcome!
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That’s wonderful :O) Congratulations Robert x
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It’s always a thrill. Thank you.
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Congratulations!
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Thanks very much!
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Congratulations. Such a good feeling to have your creative work acknowledged and published. Wishing you the best. Thank you for sharing this good news.
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It is indeed a good feeling. Thank you!
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Congratulations. Will check them out.
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Thank you!
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