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Tattered, But Safe
Written for: Sunday Muse #170 I am torn and tattered because I never truly mattered to little Susie. Devil was in that child. Even her parents were wary of her. She burned me, drew symbols on my face, and left … Continue reading
Self Degridation
Written for: lifeafter50forwomen.com Host: Dakshali – Picture Prompt Plate #1 Attired in old nightgown, she gazes pensively out her window. Plants are blooming. She is not. Dissatisfied with her life and the ennui that accompanies it. Most of all, dissatisfied … Continue reading
The Price You Pay
Written for: Sunday Muse #168 With freedom comes a price. Assimilating into a new land and culture takes a toll. The weight of the city is on her shoulders. She is learning the language, in hopes of becoming a doctor … Continue reading
Tales Told
Written for: Sunday Muse #167 Half a shipwreck, no deck, no sailors, just a rusty chain hanging down among the stones where it washed ashore. Clouds impose their steely swirls onto this hulk. In Summer, we climbed up the sides, … Continue reading
Animal Classifieds
Written for: Sunday Muse #166 Wolf seeking new home Must have adequate forestry Dens required Running water No fixer-uppers http://thesundaymuse.blogspot.com/
Old Man In Sorrow
Written for: Poets and Storytellers United Weekly Scribblings #74: Painted Tales (posted by Magaly) “Today’s prompt came to mind after I watched Girl with a Pearl Earring, a movie inspired by a novel which was inspired by a painting… Now, … Continue reading
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Tagged aging, family, Friends, POV of subject, sorrow, Written from Art
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Patterns in Clay
Written for: Sunday Muse #164 As I create another vase, I peer down at my hands. An intriguing web of clay forms patterns on my fingers, art work more innovative than my pots and vases. http://thesundaymuse.blogspot.com/
Double Reflection
Written for: Sunday Muse #162 (posted by Carrie) after deluge water pools amidst stones bird marvels at swimming moon sees his body reflected in both water and moonlight http://thesundaymuse.blogspot.com/
Casting Blues
Written for: Go Dog Go Cafe (posted by Devereaux and Beth) “Write a poem based upon this picture.” Casts hues of blues over building and river where ferry boats dock, awaiting passengers at end of working day. Glaring afternoon gold-rimmed … Continue reading
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Tagged afternoon, blues, clouds, ferry boats, sun, Written from Art
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The Attraction of Pale Blue
Written for: Sunday Muse #161 Butterflies gravitate towards pale blue like my dress. They know I will care for them. Not put them in a cage. Now that you have released them, I do hope the butterflies will forgive you, … Continue reading
