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I reallly enjoyed this offering and your sharing a bit of your creative process with us. From my reading and absorbing, it is working really well, as I love your poems and writing! I tend to go organically and flow naturally, for better and often worse, as it is more my nature. That is why I liked the challenges of Kaitlin and Jillian's poem prompts (deep bows to both of these wonderful artists.) Thank you for sharing your wonderful cretion with us. I am grateful. Here is a quick poem that came to mind after reading your piece today:

For A.

One day we may meet

in a cafe with oat milk lattes,

lots of books and homemade, organic treats.

or on a beach where our beloveds dance and play,

joy rising like first flowers...

until then

these metaphorical tables,

these virtual cafes and digital blessings

serve us well.

A toast to your gracious wisdom.

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What a beautiful gift, Larry! Thank you! I love the natural flow of your poetry. I hope we can meet for those lattes or on that beach one day. ☀️

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I'll be looking forward to the possibility!

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Aug 30, 2023Liked by A. Wilder Westgate

Just tuning in here for the first time in ages and Larry, as ever, you never cease to amaze and delight. Reading this made me smile; you’re such a blessing 💗

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Thank you Jillian! I really miss you and all you share, shine and show with your wisdom, creativity and spirit!

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Aug 22, 2023Liked by A. Wilder Westgate

Really really enjoyed reading this tidbit of your poetry writing process, especially when your art of poetry shaping came up so often! 😘 Those two poetry journeys were SUCH a blessing and I am glad you were there every step of the way 💗🌸

This gives me food for thought and inspiration for when poetry comes again ✨

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I'm so glad! I really found them so enriching and wouldn't be here if it weren't for you and everyone who participated. ❤️

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Aug 22, 2023Liked by A. Wilder Westgate

Poetry typically eludes me. Not sure why, I've just always struggled with it. I can write music, but not lyrics. Probably because I enjoy having a bit of structure and rules to my creativity. I know it's odd, but if I can make anything I make nothing. If there are rules to work around, that's where I excel.

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Aug 27, 2023Liked by A. Wilder Westgate

That's probably why I love jazz.

Poetry without words.

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I think that's why I tend to appreciate prompt words!

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