photo of Dorothy Parker (New York Public Library)‘Poetry Legacy’ and Other Poems by Russel Winick The Society April 17, 2025 Culture, Humor, Poetry 6 Comments . Poetry Legacy Superb is her poetic contribution, Unique in its design and execution. She hopes the work is widely loved and lasting— With love beginning prior to her passing. . . Restricted Lane He sees her every several days, _They talk a bit each time. As soon as she walks in he’ll gaze, _For he finds her sublime. He does not feel he’s in her league, _Not even near the border, So though he’s filled with high intrigue— _He merely takes her order. . . Stifle the Admiration Some compliments can aggravate, Like on my high school football squad, When kids gave to a shy teammate, The glowing nickname of “Tripod!” . . Russel Winick recently started writing poetry after ending a long legal career. He resides in Naperville, Illinois. NOTE TO READERS: If you enjoyed this poem or other content, please consider making a donation to the Society of Classical Poets. The Society of Classical Poets does not endorse any views expressed in individual poems or commentary. ***Read Our Comments Policy Here*** 6 Responses Scharlie Meeuws April 17, 2025 Brilliant poetry with shots of humour! Just very enjoyable! Reply Russel Winick April 17, 2025 Thank you Scharlie. A comment could not be more gratifying! Reply Gigi Ryan April 17, 2025 Dear Russel, I enjoyed these brief poems that each told a story in classic poetic forms. I especially loved Restricted Lane. I didn’t see the ending coming but it fell into place so quickly and made me smile. Gigi Reply Russel Winick April 17, 2025 I’m delighted to hear that Gigi, especially coming from someone with your talent! Reply Margaret Coats April 17, 2025 “Restricted Lane” is a warm and tender expression of truth about happiness. Among the many little delights we can have, love is something of a higher order. But for love to make one happy, it doesn’t necessarily have to be returned. You put that thought in a delightful picture, Russel. As for “Poetry Legacy” (and love of another kind), what more could a poetess want? Reply Russel Winick April 17, 2025 Margaret – your genius for detecting the inspiration behind my poetry remains unique! Reply Leave a Reply Cancel ReplyYour email address will not be published.CommentName* Email* Website Δ This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. Learn how your comment data is processed.
Gigi Ryan April 17, 2025 Dear Russel, I enjoyed these brief poems that each told a story in classic poetic forms. I especially loved Restricted Lane. I didn’t see the ending coming but it fell into place so quickly and made me smile. Gigi Reply
Russel Winick April 17, 2025 I’m delighted to hear that Gigi, especially coming from someone with your talent! Reply
Margaret Coats April 17, 2025 “Restricted Lane” is a warm and tender expression of truth about happiness. Among the many little delights we can have, love is something of a higher order. But for love to make one happy, it doesn’t necessarily have to be returned. You put that thought in a delightful picture, Russel. As for “Poetry Legacy” (and love of another kind), what more could a poetess want? Reply
Russel Winick April 17, 2025 Margaret – your genius for detecting the inspiration behind my poetry remains unique! Reply
