Poetry dies
In eyes
Grown dim
With sin.
Thomas rages
At the dying light.
What use are pages
At the final, “goodnight!
Poetry dies
In eyes
Grown dim
With sin.
Thomas rages
At the dying light.
What use are pages
At the final, “goodnight!
This feels so sad. But you’ve inspired me to write a vilanelle again! For what the words are worth anyway!
Many thanks for commenting, Lorraine. I’m delighted that I have inspired you to write, and look forward to reading your poem. Best wishes, Kevin
Hints of ‘Larkin’ here…
Many thanks for your comment, Eric. I am flattered to hear that this poem contains “hints of Larkin”. I do admire Larkin, but have never (consciously) attempted to write as he did. Best wishes, Kevin
Nor should you, Kevin, you are you and your poetry shows this – ‘At the final, “goodnight!’ was the line that made me think of Larkin, the way he wrote of the everyday, until the end.
Thanks, Eric, I can see why the final line might make you think of Larkin. He is a fine poet and “Aubade”, together with “Ambulances” are 2 of my favourites of his. Kevin
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True and such a lovely poem, Kevin. Too good.
Thank you. I’m delighted you like my poem. Best wishes, Kevin
A lovely, thoughtful poem, Kevin. Thank you.
Thank you, Vivienne. I am really pleased you like it. Best wishes, Kevin
I like it☺️
Thank you, Robert. I’m delighted you like my poem. Best wishes, Kevin