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A Poem by jacob erin-cilberto

a day in the...

 

 

the man in the pink suit

stands abreast of the woman he loves

tears adjourn to his tie

the verdict already in

 

 

 

erin-cilberto

5/23/23

© 2023 jacob erin-cilberto


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So many possibilities is what makes this one great. I have read the other reviews and each has a valid point. My toughts go a different direction Freddie Mercury in 1987 did a promotional video in a pink silk suit. Was this a reflection of his recognition of being gay and not being able to stay with the woman that he loved and had been with for some time? Reaching?

Posted 10 Months Ago


jacob erin-cilberto

10 Months Ago

I really like this avenue of thought...thank you, Soren.
really does fit doesn't it?
A subtly written poem. It initially got me confused. It sounded like a wedding that leaves the bride shedding tears of joy. Eventually, it ends like the groom had just received a death sentence. Like he stands condemned and the executioner's axe was to about to fall. Just my impression anyway. If I'm correct, it's a poem with a double edge. It needs not be taken at face value but thoughtfully read and devoured. I like the style

Posted 10 Months Ago


jacob erin-cilberto

10 Months Ago

I appreciate your interpretation, Akinlolu...
you saw what you saw...and that is all a poet c.. read more
But for the concluding line, this could be a wedding to my mind. A very very emotional moment here. The verdict is damning and life changing. Fantastic feelings conveyed.

Posted 10 Months Ago


jacob erin-cilberto

10 Months Ago

thank you, Divya...
dear Jacob... your writing reminds me of Princess Diana's last hours
when tears and death became reality. Life can be taken away. tenderly, Pat

Posted 10 Months Ago


jacob erin-cilberto

10 Months Ago

she was a fabulous lady...
thank you, Pat,
j.
"I read the news today, oh boy"
Thought I stop by and read you to Jacob. And it seems, with your poetry, you love to turn...us....on.

Posted 10 Months Ago


jacob erin-cilberto

10 Months Ago

love that song, that album, that group.
thank you, will,
j.
Oh, how I love this...and let me tell you the many reasons why....
Full of thought and mystery...
Pink suit more or less sums it up... great visual...Is he on trial?... a young man...
Are they in the morgue looking at someone that has just died?
The word verdict is strong... so, although this could be a wedding...I doubt it...there goes my imagination.
Or perhaps, he is at the wedding of a woman he loves and she is marrying someone else..So, alas he has lost her...the verdict is in!
I could ramble on and on...
Love, love, love this dear Jacob,
Lisa

Posted 10 Months Ago


jacob erin-cilberto

10 Months Ago

I like all those possibilities, Lisa...
thank you for coming at this poem from so many angles.. read more
Lisasview

10 Months Ago

You are quite welcome... I found it to be fun...
Lisa
A wonderful poem; based on a book perhaps.


Posted 10 Months Ago


Sami Khalil

10 Months Ago

You are welcome sir Jacob. There is a book titled: "The Man in the Pink Suite." So, I just thought y.. read more
jacob erin-cilberto

10 Months Ago

I am going to look that book up.
thanks for the tip, Sami.
j.
Sami Khalil

10 Months Ago

No problem sir. Only best wishes.
Maybe a break up last embrace
Just my imagination seeing there are tears in the tie line
I love the mystery you conjure up here Jacob

Posted 10 Months Ago


jacob erin-cilberto

10 Months Ago

Thank you, Julie...appreciate your idea here.
j.
Whatever the story here, the man in the pink suit is in tears. Maybe he is anticipating what he knows the verdict will be before its actual arrival. It’s a puzzler that has me pondering J. Plays out like a tv drama.

Chris

Posted 10 Months Ago


jacob erin-cilberto

10 Months Ago

Interesting, Chris...perhaps a tv drama that did not get renewed for a second season?
j.
My thought go from this to that in what seems to be a metaphorical, unspoken or whispered drama. You have offered a specific or a mystery; am still trying to decide. Intriguing - as your writing often is, sir!

Posted 10 Months Ago


jacob erin-cilberto

10 Months Ago

Thank you for your words, em,
j.
emmajoygreen

10 Months Ago

As ever: very welcome, sir.

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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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