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In Keys to Great Writing, the first chapter is “Economy: Make Every Word Count” and it cites a famous poem as an example. Your poem would serve as an equally effective example. Every line is just two words — two words! — yet those two words say so much. And every single word can stand alone with meaning or as an image. A beautiful and powerful interpretation of Vernon’s great article.

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Such a poignantly touching poem Brian. As much as the world can be cruel, it also teaches us through pain & sorrow, enriches us through its beauty, and provides perspective in its majesty. Yes, even in the darkest moments, hope can spring eternal.

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