I agree with my tall friend from Plum Island that this is very, very familiar territory. For me, the Navy angle is important, which is why the mention of the flag is a nice touch near the end. And, of course, the going off-course even with the K-9 olfactory guidance system. It is nicely done, beautiful, in fact. It finds a place in a genre covered by everyone from Carole King to the aforementioned Seaman Lynch. It does more or less stay in its place, making no waves, but that is tragically in keeping with its theme.
I cross-posted with Petra--I too was somewhat *boinked* when I got to the ankle-length grass. It is actually one of my favorite moments for that alone--but also, it has a subliminal "sea of grass" effect, which enhances the navigating home effect.
Last edited by Rick Mullin; 04-01-2009 at 10:41 AM.
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