I remember this spotlight. You both were amazing on this.

Duende is a marvelous woman. Talented writer. Cool person all around. Great piece Damian.

I keep hoping she’ll show up again. Maybe one day. I know a lot of people struggle with the closing of DUP. The transition to new lands can be a challenge. I miss her too, my friend

Thanks, Mary. That she is my friend. Hopefully she’ll see it’s posted. Appreciate you.

Damian

One of the best poets, and thankfully one I call friend. Her heart is big and forgiving. She sees the good in everyone. I wish I could read more of her, but when her poems pop up it is always special. Now log on! Haha.

Was nice learning some new things about her. Great interview.

Thanks so much, Duende. I’m glad they live on in a new home, while still honoring our former home. It was an honor interviewing you my friend, I’m glad you said, Yes. lol. To quote David Lee Roth: “We were laughing like pirates!” Well it was two friends chatting. 😊 I appreciate you as well, Duende.

Damian

This was such an interesting interview. I enjoyed hearing Duende’s explanation about the meaning of her name and how she learned about poetic elements. I didn’t know she was from the Netherlands. You tease out some fascinating material, Damian.

Duende, it must have been quite frightening to go for five years without any literary inspiration. I can’t imagine it, because you’re a gifted writer and writers are called. I’m so glad you found your muse!

We are the only key bearers to own souls yes. Beautifully penned as usual S.

Daniel

Tremendous.

Powerfully penned, LDF. Honest and raw my friend. Appreciate you.

Damian

Yes. You are the only key to unlock the secret of me. That is so true. I love this piece. LDF

Comes off to me as someone fighting depression. Finding away to move forward. Or maybe that’s just me hehe.

Great ink

Life is hard because of those rich fucks in Washington. Great piece. Well said!

Fantastic work. Powerful.

Thanks so much for reading and your kind words, Angel. So glad you connected with the write my friend. Thanks for your continued support. Appreciate you.

Damian

Omg, there are so many layers to this one. I read the comments above mine & saw where each came from. This one is a head tilted, brain-teaser. I see isolation, slight inspiration skirting around the edges, darkness peering though & the inevitability of death. I haven’t figured out an improvisation for that one yet. My daughter has decreed I’m not allowed to die though. Not sure that’s gonna workout for her but she says “that’s a you problem, figure it out.” If you know a cheat code on that, I’d be grateful if you’d share, my friend

Seems like a cool person. I can relate a lot to the guy. I am more into music than books and poetry. Also reminds me of all the great poets I came across through the years. How I admired them and miss many of them.

Great interview.

Great piece Damian. Your a talent my friend. Is Pete aware of this site?

I enjoyed this this Damian. I hope he gets to see this interview.

I miss his rapid-fire style & quick (sneaky) wit. Wherever he is now, I hope he’s blowing people’s minds & being properly appreciated. Sigh…

Thanks so much for reading and your kind words, Mary. I miss him too, he is a talent and a gentleman, I keep hoping he shows up as well. Appreciate you.

Damian

Wait, you’re saying Pete is missing? Damn. John Lennon was one of the all-time greatest lyricists ever. It’s so cool that Pete comes from Liverpool.

A lot of guys don’t like taking Propranolol regularly. It’s not a friendly drug for the bedroom, if you get my drift. Works good for hypertension and tachycardia, though.

S., it’s hardly a lonely quest, all your writing is exquisite and very enjoyable to read. You’re not alone on your quest when writing and showing the world what you got!

Daniel

Beautifully penned, LDF. Love the rhyme and flow my friend. Appreciate you.

Damian