Attention – a poem by Paul Vincent Cannon

5 Lines – Hello

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“To pay attention, this is our endless and proper work.”  Mary Oliver

 

Attention

All the world is hello,
like a lover flirtatiously smiling
drawing attention indiscreetly
all red shoes and lipstick,
just wanting some loving attention.

©Paul Vincent Cannon

Paul, pvcann.com

 

28 Comments

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28 responses to “Attention – a poem by Paul Vincent Cannon

  1. Nice one, astute observations and reflections.

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  2. exactly why we need to choose where we focus our energy!

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  3. blindzanygirl

    Lovely, Paul

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  4. your poem paired beautifully with the quote like an extension of its true meaning

    Like

  5. Amy

    So very true, Paul. 🙂

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  6. aguycalledbloke

    Very nice, very nice indeed 🙂

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  7. Yes, we all want attention and hello is the beginning. Thanks for sharing.

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  8. Well done, Paul! 😊 Best wishes for the week. Michael

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  9. lync56

    Wow I love the wording of this poem – fantastic

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