Lawrence Beck
There are two things to consider when reading a poem: its subject and how it is written. Most of the comments we receive here focus on the former. I find this to be frustrating, since I feel that the latter is far more important. The writing is what makes an expression a poem (or doesn't; we've seen enough of that). The subject, at least, for me, is just an excuse for writing. The subject of this poem doesn't particularly appeal to me. The way you have written, on the other hand, knocks me out. This is a beautifully fluid piece of writing, an excellent poem. Well done, MS.
2012-11-09

countryfog
Perhaps the Fair Maiden is winter, "nature's way of clearing the underbrush" so that "your song can rise again" in spring. Or perhaps, on a cold and dreary November day, that is just the way I need to read it. Either way I like the sense of redemption and resurrection.
2012-11-04