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Lights, war fights, cameras, communications Films and fame for this dame But what does it mean to have fame Does it bring happiness? I guess that would depend on what you are famous for Maybe the moments that define you most are not the ones you are as famous for but have the most lasting effect Not only are you far from ordinary, but quite extraordinary Beauty, talent, and intelligence almost equal A gem on screen More than a lifesaver off screen You seem mysterious in ways with a variety of partners But maybe an indication of never settling reaching for more or something elseI know my mother would know much more of you Being the extreme old movie buff she is This may be the first time I have been introduced to your name But not the first time I have seen you I can tell you were more than an impactful and whimsical woman Call it a gut connection Maybe one day I will strive to be more like you with secret ambition and more than one type of recognition
You seem mysterious in ways with a variety of partners
But maybe an indication of never settling reaching for more or something else
Maybe one day I will strive to be more like you with secret ambition and more than one type of recognition
Jennifer, I love the way you inquire into your subject, reflecting on yourself--this phrase especially, so simple yet full: "You seem mysterious..." -- "a gut connection," indeed :)
The jaunty rhyme of this line totally enacts the unapologetic boldness of your poem's subject: "Films and fame for this dame"
(Heads-up: Bummer, I just noticed online that the source I used misspelled her last name: it's "Lamarr"-- I shoulda fact-checked!)
Thank you for posting y your poem here!
Jennifer Kardos wrote: Secret Ambition Inspired by Hedwig Lamar Lights, war fights, cameras, communications Films and fame for this dame But what does it mean to have fame Does it bring happiness? I guess that would depend on what you are famous for Maybe the moments that define you most are not the ones you are as famous for but have the most lasting effect Not only are you far from ordinary, but quite extraordinary Beauty, talent, and intelligence almost equal A gem on screen More than a lifesaver off screen You seem mysterious in ways with a variety of partners But maybe an indication of never settling reaching for more or something elseI know my mother would know much more of you Being the extreme old movie buff she is This may be the first time I have been introduced to your name But not the first time I have seen you I can tell you were more than an impactful and whimsical woman Call it a gut connection Maybe one day I will strive to be more like you with secret ambition and more than one type of recognition Not sure if this is the right place for this: Many times I glance at poems and skim. Not the right approach I know. You first four lines drew me in--especially the second two. We share a curiosity, and I enjoyed this exploration. B. Lynn Goodwin
Not sure if this is the right place for this: Many times I glance at poems and skim. Not the right approach I know. You first four lines drew me in--especially the second two. We share a curiosity, and I enjoyed this exploration. B. Lynn Goodwin
Thank you both the insight on this piece. I did not catch that with her last name when I was researching and thank you for letting me know! I enjoyed researching her, talking to my mom about Hedy, and writing about her. I hope I did her justice in some small way.
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