Tears in the brim

Tears in the brim

A Poem by jacob erin-cilberto

Tears in the brim

 

prim and proper decor

no pain allowed exposure

the gentleman tips his cap

 

 

 

12/14/24

erin-cilberto

© 2024 jacob erin-cilberto


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Never wash your dirty linen in public view. You cry alone. That’s the British stiff upper lip and the pain is no less, but the dignity is more. Wonderfully put j.

Chris

Posted 3 Days Ago


jacob erin-cilberto

3 Days Ago

Thank you, Chris,
j.
Yes ... the British stiff upper lip. I think that must be really painful. Excellent senryu

Posted 3 Days Ago


jacob erin-cilberto

3 Days Ago

Thank you, Pryde,
j.

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jacob erin-cilberto
jacob erin-cilberto

Carbondale, IL



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Originally from Bronx, NY, I live in Carbondale, Illinois...teach English at a community college and have been writing and publishing poetry since 1970. I am here to read for inspiration from other po.. more..

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