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Seems a lot more to this poem than the writing actually lets on, hope it is not self inspired.

Good write up mind.

I think the final three segments are so powerful and a good twist to the poem.

Really enjoyed it.

Keep \'em coming!!

Hi Cordelia Your words are expressive - very deeply rooted-driven-(Her- a powerful imagery of a woman made strong- no matter the situation- She-who will be strong-by taking matters into own hand- gives way to a woman- who is capable- given identity!...Thank you for sharing!  regards Mike

Its a great poem, i like your use of images too.Its a nice calm poem with different aspects to it.

I love the way the layout is of this poem.  You make me want to try this too!!The picture changes the meaning of the poem for me completely.  I read it first, then looked at the picture for awhile and then read it again.  I really like visual poetry.Could you comment on how the picture relates to your poem for you and why you chose it? Kudos and Bravo,Mr. Monkey

Originally, the image I had was a single lily, but it was just cut-n-pasted onto a word doc and looked pretty shoddy. Over the summer, I came across this figurine at a friend\'s house and played with the angles. I\'m always reworking old poems, either with wording or images.I chose this image over another flower because I was struck by her expression and the \"Lady Liberty\" feel and support it lent my words. I had a lot of fun playing with the image, fading half of her out with extra lighting - is she disappearing or reemerging?