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louise
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since 2005-07-14
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0 posted 2005-07-21 12:04 PM


I have buried my face in my mother’s hair,
burrowing in the smell of her,
a layered fragrance like a field of flowers
which stretches for eternity.
The dark brown curls welcome me,
a refuge from death and time.
She is perfection.
Her tanned skin is soft and young;
her smile is ageless.
She lives like a painting,
never growing old,
only more beautiful.

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Not A Poet
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1 posted 2005-07-21 10:14 AM


Hard to fault a tribute to mother. Maybe trim a couple of unnecessary words, particularly in L4 which just seemed a bit klunky.


cynicsRus
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2 posted 2005-07-29 10:16 AM


louise,
Overall, a good job in expressing some lovely thoughts in a loving way. I also agree you could prune a few unecessary words. For a start, every "a" in that poem could be cut without affecting flow in the least.
Thanks for posting,

Sid


Always Lisa
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since 2003-06-08
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3 posted 2005-08-05 07:08 PM


Aaaaaw, any Mom would love this. From a Mom. Thanks for posting.

Regards,
Always Lisa

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