Spent the weekend in the book;
Reading how to land the fish you hook.
Position your rod right.
keep the line tight.
Let the fish run;
Until it’s done.
I was so ready this morning.
Up at sunrise;
On the Battenkill
As first light’s dawning.
Calm; beautiful.
A perfect day.
But so intent on my lessons;
I don’t watch the trout play.
One nibble;
No bite.
Headed home.
Humbled.
Ready, but not too ready;
Let come what may;
The fish will be there
on another day.
June 20, 2022
poems for friends 
Lovely…… and so will you❣️
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The poet laureate of the Battenkill is back!
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Really cool poem!
Sent from my iPhone
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Best poem yet. There is just a sliver of difference between the words and the actual experience; between the poet and nature. It is effortless writing [or so it appears] of the first order. Markedly better than first attempts. I’m beginning to be dazzled. . . .
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Thanks Warren. I really worked on making it “effortless.” Your liking it so much means a lot to me.
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Yes, another day… Congratulations Harry!
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