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Jonathan Potter's avatar

Nicely done, Brian. I so relate to this poem right now. And I love your reading and the ambient sounds. Perfect!

Brian Funke's avatar

Thanks Jonathan. Bird sound in the background makes a mediocre reading sound divine!

Ann Collins's avatar

Some good layers in this poem: ground, trees, sky. Sleeping and waking. I’m not familiar with this poet, but I enjoy his realism and stream of consciousness. This promises to be an interesting discussion in the chat.

Brian Funke's avatar

Agreed, see ya there!

Paul Wittenberger's avatar

Harrison also wrote Legends of the Fall

Mark Rico's avatar

"... waking

to the improbable ache of confused

dreams ..."

Been there many times. Maybe I'll have to take my own Rose-dog out for an early walk. But who am I kidding. I barely make it to work on time.

Brian Funke's avatar

Take the evening stroll…

Mark Rico's avatar

Done deal.

Weston Parker's avatar

Thanks for that Brian. I've read a few of his novels, very good prose, often very much like poetry.

Brian Funke's avatar

Do you have a memorable one? I’ve only read his poetry but would love a recommendation!

Weston Parker's avatar

I've read "True North", "Sundog". and "Dead Man's Float". He's just a really good crafter of prose.

Paul Wittenberger's avatar

Legends of the Fall