Dovina14 Oct 2006
Yes, I think you did, though I don't know a 'Mr. Tanner.' I seldom delete, but this cried out for it one late evening. Then after some changes, walla', it's back. "lack of finality" is reality of many real-life events, isn't it? Maybe she will read again someday, but at this point in time, the ending is final.
Regarding stressed syllables at stanza ends, I fail to see the need for it. I know you are much more atuned to the sound of poems than I am, so perhaps you can convince me of the need.