Poem -

Students

Students

We are both students
of different forms of beauty
My lady labours
in front of tall mirrors daily
to perfect her artĀ 
And whilst she is the most
severe critic of each
Fresh line or blemish
she might find there
I practice daily
in a temple, without mirrors
To remind me of all
the women I have ever failed
to seduce with poetry ...

Ā 

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Gwendoline

Wow NevilleĀ  your poetry always sets a scene that oozes within its content such vivid imagery, which is always a delight to read. I do love your style. This is a creative write my friend. We are all indeed students of life. So glad to have your work here on this fab siteĀ 

Gwen :) x

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Neville

This old fella just can't thank you enough Gwen .. and anyway, you are simply far too good & kind for words ................. N :) x

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Being Me

I totally agree with what Gwen has just said. Another brilliant poem from you x

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Neville

Thank you so bloomin much BM I am well n truly chuffed to bits and then some N :) x
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