[jimfree]

Thanks very much Yankee. I haven't read Stopping... in quite a while. I don't see too much to interpret. I'm stopping in somebody else's woods and he's not there to protest. But I'm only stopping to watch the scene for a while. I'm resting but not disturbing nor am I taking possession. What inspired you to post this?

Oh, in October I worked an event at the Georgian Mansion where mrs. jimfree is employed. A Taste of Amontillado featured period food and wine pairings with accompanying readings from early 19th century works. I read an abridged The Cask of Amontillado as well as The Raven.

I agree that Raven is one of the greatest poems of all time combining rhythm, lyricism, and imagery in an amazing way.

[#1CTYankee]

Thank you for your thoughtful response, the inspiration was nothing more than a look outside my window and a flashback to simpler times.

Things are so tense and messed up these days I thought this simple post would gave a nostalgic and calming effect.

[GOP Poet]

Ah The Raven. Yes.