Written for dVerse Poets Pub – Open Link Night (posted by Mish)
(I missed Merrill’s “Revolution”, so catching up now.)
Spinning ’round
and ’round on stage,
a ballerina–young,
muscled, promising
career. She pirouettes
on toe shoes that seem
impossible for anyone
to stand on, let alone
whirl like a pink
tornado. As she slows,
each leg and foot become
easier to separate. With
perfect poise and grace,
she bows.
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I am a freelance poet, born and bred in Brooklyn, New York. I live with my husband, John, and two charming rescue dogs–Marion Miller and Murphy. We spent eight lovely years in Portland, OR, but are now back in New York.
My goal is to create and share poetry with others
who write, or simply enjoy reading poetry. I hope to touch a nerve
in you, and feel your sparks as well.
Love it! I could see her spinning!!
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Thanks, Dwight!
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You brought her to life.
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Thanks, Mish!
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Beautiful image Sara that you bring delicately to life here…
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Thanks so much, Scott!
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Yeah, I think she used to live in my sister’s jewelry box…
Nice write!
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Oh, I remember those jewelry boxes. Thanks, Ron!
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Wonderful movement in your poem. I am spinning on my toes. Love all your Alice images too.Hope all well in New York for you.
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Thanks so much. NY is holding its own right now, but I still feel anxious about everything I do outside the house.
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Amazing take at the pormpt and wonderful description!
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Thanks so much, dixit!
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I like the comparison with a “pink tornado.”
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Thanks, Rev!
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In our family, our little ballerina, age 6, just had her recital. She ruffled her tutu and strutted her stuff with a fervor that captured our hearts. Our own prima ballerina!! Your poem is lovely, by the way!
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She may be the next! Thanks, Bev.
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This is gorgeous! You brought her to life with your words! 💝💝
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Thanks, Sanaa!
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This reminds me also of ice dancing. So graceful. (K)
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Thanks, K!
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