An excerpt from 'Leonora: Tulips in Winter' ~ a historical novel.
The protagonist, Count Stropov, to Leonora: "The thing we call love is not something to examine and question and put together or take apart. It has a beginning we may not even recognize. It may endure for a short or a long while, and we may not have a say in it. It may elude us altogether. But, if we are given a chance at it, we ought to seize it and try to honor and respect it so we may be worthy of it." copyright Regina Pounds 2002 ******************************* For once not a rhyme...enjoy your Valentine. Gina
I truly enjoy this and completely relate to what it expresses, Gina. The words you have shared touch me to the core of my soul. Love and best wishes to you,
An insightful, sharply drawn description of an elusive subject. Your quoted excerpt is presented out of context, but I surmise that Count Stropov is subtly trying to persuade Leonora to "give it a shot" with him. "Tulips in Winter" may be written more for the female audience; but when love enters the picture, the issue is gender proof. To enjoy all the details, I best be reading the full story.
Shame on you, Regina, for being such a tease.
Richard
Reviewed by Russ Okamura (Reader)
Reviewed on August 26, 2003
Brilliant execution to conveying profound thought! Most excellent.
Reviewed by Birdie Houston (Reader)
Reviewed on April 17, 2003
You are 100% right .......so I couldn't agree with you more this was superb !
Reviewed by D. Fitzpatrick (Reader)
Reviewed on April 2, 2003
Regina, "About Love" is correct from the first to the last word. Excellent! And, may I Say, you are truely a lady with a mind!
I enjoy your work. D.L.
Reviewed by Heidi Klein (Reader)
Reviewed on March 11, 2003
A truly beautiful excerpt ... you are very talented. Heidi
Reviewed by Heidi Klein (Reader)
Reviewed on February 18, 2003
One wonders what the whole book is like considering this excellent piece.
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Regis
The lovely image cascades over this superbly penned write - greatly enjoyed!!
LOve and Hugs,
Lance
Shame on you, Regina, for being such a tease.
Richard
I enjoy your work. D.L.
~E