Tag Archives: music

Crows Calling At Night

Posted on April 22, 2021 by purplepeninportland

Written for: dVerse Poets Pub – Poetics: China-Kingdom of the Poem (posted by Laura Bloomsbury) “The Poetics’ Challenge here is: Select any ONE of the above poems and with as many re-reads as you need, imagine what the poet has … Continue reading →

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No Permanent Home

Posted on March 7, 2021 by purplepeninportland

Written for: Sunday Muse #150 (posted by Carrie) Hurried, being chased from their home. The family gathers their most precious possessions–ones they are able to carry. Cannot afford to tarry here where danger lurks. Only the father, musician and teacher, … Continue reading →

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Caffeine and Poetry

Posted on December 2, 2020 by purplepeninportland

Written for: VJ’S WEEKLY CHALLENGE #123: WARRIOR “That’s my warrior self. (Well, one of them.). Now tell me about yours.” Caffeine and poetry reading as I listen to Soundscapes. Check out day’s challenges, and meditate to unwind.

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Music Matches Mood

Posted on July 31, 2020 by purplepeninportland

Written for:  Poetic Bloomings2 – July Covid-19 P.A.D. – Day 30 Musical Styles To what kind of music do you choose to listen? Blues jazz classic rock, some punk– Ramones, Patti Smith Doesn’t it depend on your mood? Relax with … Continue reading →

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Ambience

Posted on July 19, 2020 by purplepeninportland

Written for:  Poetic Bloomings2 – July Covid-19 P.A.D. – Day 18 “Leaving A Tip” “Please seat yourself. Your server will be with you shortly. While you’re waiting feel free to peruse our restaurant. Do you see anything you like? Write … Continue reading →

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The Piano in My Mind

Posted on July 15, 2020 by purplepeninportland

Written for:  Poetic Bloomings2 – July Covid-19 P.A.D. – Day 14 “Music Maestro, Please” “Write  a poem about the instrument you play/played/wanted to play. How I begged them to buy me a piano. Mom said they could not afford it, … Continue reading →

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Forest Hills Rocks

Posted on July 7, 2020 by purplepeninportland

Written for:  Poetic Bloomings2 – July Covid-19 P.A.D. – Day 6 “Music Hath Charms” “They say music hath charms to soothe the savage breast (not beast as so many misquote). There is some sound out there that we can all … Continue reading →

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Get Up

Posted on June 15, 2020 by purplepeninportland

Written for:  Poets and Storytellers United Weekly Scribblings  #23:  By Means of Music  (posted by Sanaa) Draw inspiration from the following playlist, and pick a song that appeals to you, and let your muse run free. I have selected Bob … Continue reading →

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Where Calmness is Found

Posted on June 4, 2020 by purplepeninportland

Written for:  Poetic Asides Prompt #525 – “Write a calm poem.” Gazing at garden flowers, watching ocean waves peak. I can spend countless hours to gain the calmness I seek. Jasmine incense burns soothing music plays I close my eyes … Continue reading →

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The Magic Purple Sword

Posted on May 14, 2020 by purplepeninportland

Written for:  dVerse Poets Pub – Poetics:  Purple Patch  (posted by sarahsouthwest) “Usually, I linger over seed catalogues, making careful choices. My particular favourite is the Real Seed Company, a small set up which sends out little brown envelopes of … Continue reading →

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