Black & White (IP)

It seems we both had 'black and white' in our minds for this I.P.;-)

An emotive poem, this; one which I find strangely haunting.

Tina

I loved this seashore - well done

Thanks Tina and Insert. Really appreciate the feedback as always.

I wrote this one some while ago and when I saw the IP I looked it out so it was kind of the wrong way round if you see what I mean!

Thanks eds for the cherry.

A good one. Liked it a lot.

Really like the line seashore 'not for soiling or spoiling' - made me think of Hughes' poem Red describing Sylvia Plath hiding from the 'bone clinic whiteness' in her love of things red. Well done Seashore. :-)

Thanks so much for your comment, Luigi.

Fatboy, I know the poem Red (Birthday Letters is a treasured posession) and even to be reminded of that one is a massive compliment. I have long been obsessed with both poets, their work and their complex relationship. Thanks for commenting.

One of my favourite endings to any poem seashore and part inspiration for my last poem 'Blue'. A collection of poetry that draws you back time and again. Your poem deserves the compliments Seashore. :-)

Just been to look at last line of Red and see where you're coming from. I must go back and re-read your Blue.

By the way I'm blushing now....

Excellent writing. Val

great poem. great ending. well done.

JoseHdz and Val - thank you both for reading and taking the time to comment. So pleased you like it.

Very striking.

Thank you SundaysChild.

I Think it's excellent.

That means a lot shoe. Thank you.

this one great I like the black night writing and charcoal :)

Thanks very much Kahdai.