Elynor
long fingers
curved
wrists somewhat straight
guitar neck
rests
on left thumb
holds
pick firmly
between her
thumb
and only
right-hand finger
steps to mic
counts
down beat
first notes ring
as she
plays her guitar
*Elynor born with seven fingers (counting thumbs); only thumb and
index finger on right hand
*Plays her ever-present 1930’s National Duolian Metal Resonator Guitar
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I dig this.
Thank you! I’m honored that it resonated with you, Kevin
I love the minimalistic approach to this wonderful tribute! I also enjoyed your use of “resonated” in your response since music does resonate!
Thank you, Sylvia. Music does provide a strong emotional connection
L., a very special tribute!
Thank you so much, John. Special tribute, special friend
A great tribute, L. Love the info at the end rather than the beginning. Shows her active doing despite the hardship we learn later in the poem. Nice!
Thank you for your close reading, Pam. Appreciate your encouraging comment regarding placement of information
I love the resilience on display here. Makes for a very inspiring write!
Thank you, Philip, I really appreciate your kindness