Dear Starward, it is: Dear Starward, it is particularly gratifying to learn that these chasing and dancing lights continue independently after reading. Thanks you most kindly.
My gratitude for these kind: My gratitude for these kind words. And a very encouraging note that a lasting imprint is to be had in both mind and heart, then from that we can assume the writing ✍️ has been a success. Many thanks
The mix up was mine, being: The mix up was mine, being the first interpretative connotation I had ascribed to the reading, which by the way was well received on my part. Allusions to food are almost always welcome (side note). It is also such a great privilege and honour to receive you substantive response given the present circumstances that require your energies to be assigned to other more valuable things in your daily life. We are given future opportunities as they arise and that is most looked forward to. As for Dali and Monet, wow! A humbling parallel allusion. I may take to donning a like moustache one time but alas that would remind me of Dick Dastardly.
Excellent simile! And the: Excellent simile! And the poem creates an effect that, even after it has been read, the lights are still dancing, still chasing each other, independent of the reader. And I totally agree with Patricia's comment as well!!!
Thank you, and still I missed: Thank you, and still I missed the typo: "I know only expect this" should have been "I not only expect this." I sincerely apologize for my carelessness.
Whether looking starward or: Whether looking starward or inward, in intricate observation or expansive analysis, you are a superior interpreter of poetry and I'm sure I can speak for other writers honored enough to receive your reviews, you are cherished here.
My deepest and far-reaching appreciation.
I'm so sorry that I failed to: I'm so sorry that I failed to respond to your beautiful comment years ago. That was a rough time for me, but that's no excuse. Thank you for your many years of support.
Rare like a Dali or a Monet.: Rare like a Dali or a Monet. Sorry I got the adjective mixed up in a food reference. I really do enjoy your work, even though I don't have the time and energy to give each of your mini masterpieces the attention they deserve. Perhaps one day I'll make up for lost time and read them all. My deepest respect.
Dazzling wordplay that leaves: Dazzling wordplay that leaves a lasting imprint on the heart and the mind. Few poets can fill the page with so much imagery using just a few lines. Stunned again, great poet!