Illustration: Lady Before the Mirror by John White Alexander
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I want to ask the looking glass
With dusty, mistful dreams,
Which road - which country shall You pass,
And where Your shelter gleams.
Here, I behold: the ship's tall mast,
And You - on deck alone...
You - in the train's steam... Fields at dusk
Are gloomy and forlorn...
The dusky meadows bathe in dew,
Above - the ravens soar...
To the four winds I scatter You
And bless Your soul!
May 3, 1915
Hello, lovely stranger! My name is Veronika Sizova, and I am currently studying in Canada.
Since early childhood, I have been mesmerized by the literary art. The words – exquisite, intricately intertwined, sophisticated, magnificently powerful and fragile simultaneously, – remind me of the oceanic waves, and poetry hides in their unfathomable depths.
This place is meant to become a sanctuary for the tortured souls, aflame with a passion for literature.
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A charming poem, Veronica, and, as always, a delightful illustration.
Gwen.
I would know and remember your poetry and art however long it was, Veronica. You have a very
distinctive style. Hope you are keeping well and happy in 2021.
Gwen.
Thank you so much, John! I am in the middle of my second semester, and it’s getting busier every day, but I am always writing – I will post my new work here in a few months!🌹☺️ I hope you are well.
The Waves of Poetry 
A charming poem, Veronica, and, as always, a delightful illustration.
Gwen.
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Thank you so much for your kind words, Gwen! I am happy that you remember and appreciate my work even after a long period of silence. ♥️
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I would know and remember your poetry and art however long it was, Veronica. You have a very
distinctive style. Hope you are keeping well and happy in 2021.
Gwen.
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Thank you, Gwen! Your reassuring words made me cry tears of joy. You don’t know how much this means to me! 🙏♥️
I am well and hoping to finally return to Canada this August. Hopefully, this year is going well for you, too. 😉
~Sending you the warmest wishes from Russia✨
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Beautifully written 😊
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Thank you, dearest Nick!✨
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It is amazing dear Veronica. I missed reading your work and I hope you are doing well. Have some fun and be safe.
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Thank you so much, John! I am in the middle of my second semester, and it’s getting busier every day, but I am always writing – I will post my new work here in a few months!🌹☺️ I hope you are well.
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I look forward to reading more dear Veronica and good luck with school. Have some fun and be safe.
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