Thank you kindly, for what: Thank you kindly, for what feels like such an truly generous remark. This one has become one of my favorites to have written right from the instant of creation, so I am especially grateful that it has been so well received by someone such as yourself.
And most likely briefly: And most likely briefly powerful in the same breath. A very delicate balance, much like the oriental forms of poetry. It requires a finer movement in curating both in the production and reception/hosting. And my gratitude is great for your having hosted this and other like poems. As vassals of the Muse we are compelled to host anything that issued forth from the Muse's fount, in a manner of understanding.
Something special: It's easy to recognize how extremely elevated, eloquent, intelligent etc your writing style is. You are so clear and self-aware; it shows like gemstones in your dope diamond flow.
Mary Kelly's proximity to the: Mary Kelly's proximity to the prostitution circles that The Ripper targeted were enough to make her a target, and perhaps - as you posit - accidental bait for the demise of the mysterious serial killer. In considering your theory, which I'd have to agree is very plausible, I've been considering what the motives of a female Ripper might be. Perhaps one betrayed and scorned lover of a man whom had been with prostitutes behind her back? Perhaps a woman from a home broken in such a manner? Though I'd anticipate that a woman with children would have a difficult time, in that day, leaving into the night to go on a murderous rampage. Unless, perhaps, herself the grown daughter of a family in which she watched such unfold between her parents? Or perhaps religious or cultural zealotry gone too far? Well, it goes without much saying that going on a killing spree would be going much too far in any of these scenarioes. Any specific thoughts, yourself, on a character profile of your Ripper?
I remember reading, and separately seeing in a documentary, once upon a time a theory that the Ripper was from a prominent family, and thus why he (or, as you make a strong case for, she) was never identified. Perhaps that's part of the truth - and if Mary Kelly did survive and escape - might have further afforded her being left to start a new life, as reporting her alive would have led to the obvious question: whose body was dismembered?
Thank you for sharing further: Thank you for sharing further insight. I enjoyed reading it earlier, but in squeezing reading time between a very physically taxing day, haven't really mustered the energy for the type of response I'd like to give. Just getting done for the day (or perhaps I should say 'night') in the wee hours, but will revisit tomorrow. Thanks again, it's quite fascinating.
p/s No worries about the typo.
Although brief, this poem: Although brief, this poem presents a very powerful imagery and an emotional effect that my poor words cannot adequately describe, except to say thank you for sharing its beauty with us.
Thank you. I take that as: Thank you. I take that as quite a compliment. Before I became a poet, I had wanted to write science fiction stories, horror stories, and murder mysteries. I guess some of that still lingers. Thanks again for commenting, I really appreciate your words.
Thank you so much for the: Thank you so much for the glorious effort you have taken to carefully consider this work and 2 into two has been duly noted and affirmed. I have changed it best blessings ss