Epigram After J. V. Cunningham, 3

English allows verbal diplomacy

in which stated and brutal honesty

can be presented more delicately,

and sounding less crudely opinionated;

and, therefore, more surely appreciated.

 

Forgiven, yes:  but such experience

brings out, in a protective consequence,

an awkward, conscious lack of confidence.

 

Starward

 

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