Thank you, David! It was the beauty and softness of old, weathered brick that originally inspired this poem, and I was a little worried I’d edited it down too tightly. So I’m thrilled to know that image still comes through for you. Thanks for taking the time to comment.
This is so lovely. The notion of a new house to grow old with is wonderfully mossy and organic. I think it could be the first of a series. Would you plant a new garden? A tree? Build a wall along the lane, one rock a day? Really love this one. Thanks for sharing.
So so so lovely. The “three hundred years” was what. Role my heart about this poem and as a writer I loved seeing into your editing process and especially knowing that you let this sit for two years, seeking the one right word. Thank you!🙏
Thank you for the kind comment, Jocelyn! I'm so happy the poem connected with you.
And thanks for the feedback about my editing notes. I really enjoy chatting about artistic processes, and your comment reassures me I'm not boring everyone! 🤣
I love that it is the house, the bricks, and the couple inside it who lose their edges, grow soft and old together. Beautiful.
Thank you, David! It was the beauty and softness of old, weathered brick that originally inspired this poem, and I was a little worried I’d edited it down too tightly. So I’m thrilled to know that image still comes through for you. Thanks for taking the time to comment.
This is so lovely. The notion of a new house to grow old with is wonderfully mossy and organic. I think it could be the first of a series. Would you plant a new garden? A tree? Build a wall along the lane, one rock a day? Really love this one. Thanks for sharing.
Thank you, Tara! I like the idea of a series... 🤔 And I always appreciate your kind, supportive comments.
So so so lovely. The “three hundred years” was what. Role my heart about this poem and as a writer I loved seeing into your editing process and especially knowing that you let this sit for two years, seeking the one right word. Thank you!🙏
Thank you for the kind comment, Jocelyn! I'm so happy the poem connected with you.
And thanks for the feedback about my editing notes. I really enjoy chatting about artistic processes, and your comment reassures me I'm not boring everyone! 🤣
😍 You're welcome! and oh, typos. That was supposed to say "what broke my heart. " I'm guessing you figured that out. ;)
I did! 😊
What a beautiful love letter!
Thank you, Priya!
Beautiful writing, and so interesting to hear your thoughts on the process too.
Thank you, Julie! I'm happy you enjoyed it. :)