I recently joined an online forum for writers and visual artists sponsored by The Woven Tale Press. One of the members shared a short video she’d made to promote one of her short stories. Her video turned out well, so I thought I’d give it a whirl. I wrote “Cape Elizabeth: 1962” years ago, but it remains one of my favorites. I hope you like the video version!
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Elizabeth Gauffreau 
Lovely! Your poetry and beautiful visuals work well together!
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Thank you, Shayne! It was fun putting them together, although it took an inordinate amount of time.
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Your poem is a little gem! The video helps to transport us back to a cool summer evening on the coast of Maine, and to childhood….
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Thank you, Brad! That’s exactly why I wrote it. That moment in time was so precious to me, only poetry could capture it forever.
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What a beautiful combination of words and images. I loved it! Meryl
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Thank you, Meryl! I’m glad you enjoyed it.
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The video adds an even deeper level to an already powerful poem. Kudos!
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Thank you for your kind words, Ron!
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Delightful!
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Thank you, Joy!
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So beautifully done all the way round Liz! 😊❤️
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Thank you, Suzanne! I’m glad you liked it.
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This is so lovely.
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Thank you, Becky. I appreciate your comment!
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Beautifully done.
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A wonderful first video and a mesmerising poem performed with a great voice, Liz! As much as I love reading poetry, listening to it is always so much better in my mind. 😊
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Thank you, Sarah! I’m glad you enjoyed it. Most poetry is best when spoken aloud–which of course is how it all started.
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My pleasure! Looking forward to more videos now! 😄
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I LOVED this video, Liz. Your efforts and time taken you create this profound poetry reading is very much appreciated. Visual poetry is powerful, especially in our age of quick reads. Your photos and words capture our attention and draw us into your reflection.
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Thank you so much, Rebecca! It means a lot coming from you.
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Poetry is a language that helps us understand our place and relevance in time. I am reading poetry aloud these days. Even if no one hears me speak, I hear my voice which brings a clarity to words.
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Oh, I like that idea of reading poetry aloud to myself. One of the pleasures of poetry is the feel of the words in my mouth.
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What a wonderful description.
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Thanks!
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Congratulations! Your blog has been included in INTERESTING BLOGS at FRIDAY FOSSICKING at
https://thatmomentintime-crissouli.blogspot.com/2019/04/friday-fossicking-12-april-2019.html
Thank you, Chris
Just beautiful, a lovely presentation all round. More please…
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Thank you so much, Chris! And for the Friday Fossicking recognition. (I do have another one in the works . . . )
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You’re welcome, Liz… I look forward to it.
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Liz, thank you for showing us what can be done—with words, with voice, with visuals, with technology. You’ve painstakingly assembled a piece with powerful impact, and I appreciate your stepping out ahead of the crowded internet world to provide something that inspires all of us to spin our stories in new ways. Kudos!
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Thank you, Ranee! Interacting with other people on social media and seeing their creative expression has been very inspiring.
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Stunning!
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Thank you, Chris! I’m glad you enjoyed it.
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That was lovely. Love the last line!
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Thank you so much!
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Well done… The video blends perfectly with the lines of “Cape Elizabeth-1962.
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Thank you so much, Bette!
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I really like it and I love hearing you ready your poetry! Good Job!
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Thank you, Valerie! I’m glad you liked it.
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Sweet childhood memory made even more lovely by the scene of the sea.
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Thank you! I consider myself fortunate to have had such a childhood, and I cherish the memory.
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Extraordinarily creative and effective visual choices, Elizabeth! So many moments! 🙂
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Thank you so much for your kind words, Felipe!!
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I really like the choreography of the video and your words!
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Thank you so much, Andy! I’m glad you enjoyed the video.
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