The trouble for me, Jerry with these is that while part of my brain perfectly understands what they attempt (and often succeed) to do, there's another part of my brain asking: then what? See them as a static word painting or sketch, perhaps?
Did follow up on your reference, Jerry, which I found entertaining and thought provoking (but a little tangential to what I asked).
I freely acknowledge the Watcher in me - I very much need him/her to keep me on the more or less straight and narrow throughout life. Watcher is only partially successful, however and I break out more often than I care to admit....
My question related to advice re the 'correct' viewpoint to adopt with respect to these very short forms. I feel that this is the only way to approach them, but really wanted to know if you , as in this instance the creator had any other suggestions.
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Good write Jerry.
Thanks, Orchi.
True words Jerry.
Andy
Thanks, Andy.
The trouble for me, Jerry with these is that while part of my brain perfectly understands what they attempt (and often succeed) to do, there's another part of my brain asking: then what? See them as a static word painting or sketch, perhaps?
That's your Watcher talking Dave. Read Gail Goodwin's essay on it. Its short I promise.
https://www.gailgodwin.com/watcher-at-the-gate.php
Did follow up on your reference, Jerry, which I found entertaining and thought provoking (but a little tangential to what I asked).
I freely acknowledge the Watcher in me - I very much need him/her to keep me on the more or less straight and narrow throughout life. Watcher is only partially successful, however and I break out more often than I care to admit....
My question related to advice re the 'correct' viewpoint to adopt with respect to these very short forms. I feel that this is the only way to approach them, but really wanted to know if you , as in this instance the creator had any other suggestions.
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