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A Video Reading of the Poem ‘The Loons of Colby Lake’ by Michael Pietrack

September 11, 2025
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The poem “The Loons of Colby Lake” by Michael Pietrack read by the poet himself at the Society of Classical Poets online Poetry Symposium on June 28, 2025:

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  1. Mark Stellinga says:
    2 months ago

    Well done, Michael, and Andrew, and very touching. Mates for life, as are geese. Something I always ponder when I spot an unaccompanied migratory bird.

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  2. Susan Jarvis Bryant says:
    2 months ago

    Simply beautiful! Thank you!

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  3. James Sale says:
    2 months ago

    Fine poem, great reading, and excellent production – well done both Michael and ABB.

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