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789 Donald Vish Donald Vish is a lawyer, a nature lover, and a photographer who, he says, enjoys the company of good books and good friends. He has, to my knowledge, just one book to his credit; but it is a delight. Prideful Violets (2001) contains thimble-sized poems filled with wit and wisdom, plus short, witty paragraphs, an “impolitical dictionary ,” and various other odds and ends that will mostly surprise and please you. Here are two examples of his short poems. h “Regret” To marry or To marry not I haven’t chosen yet. But I know The way I go Will lead me to regret. “Ryker’s Ridge” “Trust Jesus,” said the faded sign Above the covered bridge. I did and so my horse and I Set out for Rykers Ridge. Trust Jesus, know that God provides, Put all your faith in Him But if you’re going to Rykers Ridge You better learn to swim. ...

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