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Lure of the Poet's Muse (inspired by the wonderful women poets here)
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Lure of the Poet's Muse (inspired by the wonderful women poets here) |
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RSEvans Senior Member
since 1999-10-23
Posts 1147Tulsa, OK, USA 
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She calls me softly with siren's song On dreamy notes her voice echos And even though I know it's wrong Soon I'm in enraptured throws. With trembling hand I take up quill Her whisper soft upon my ear And I cannot make my hand be still I write to bring her ever near. She guides my pen and warms my thought With grace born out of inspiration, And causes me to read what I've wrought Out of ink and perspiration. She takes my mind in gentle caress Guiding me through fields of fancy Never once feeling duress In her embrace, my muse of fantasy.A poet's wings are strong and fair And take them higher than most Higher than some would even dare With the muse as their hostess. How can I deny my deepest call My burning in the night, When I can simply give my all Every time I write? ------------------ Once I was brilliant, now I no longer shine, but the twinkle in my eye speaks of another time. |
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Iloveit Senior Member
since 1999-09-02
Posts 1121NM |
my turn, I loved this, those last 2 lines are killer  |
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RSEvans Senior Member
since 1999-10-23
Posts 1147Tulsa, OK, USA |
I'm glad you like it, you inspired much of it... ------------------ Once I was brilliant, now I no longer shine, but the twinkle in my eye speaks of another time. |
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Iloveit Senior Member
since 1999-09-02
Posts 1121NM |
hmmm what a nice thought to take home with me, that I would inspire you to such a beautiful poem (have no idea how, but won't question you, *g*).....have a great thanksgiving |
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Michael
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Member Rara Avis
since 1999-08-13
Posts 7666California |
Wonderful work, Robert. I can see you give your all everytime you write, your passion is undenyable. The ladies here have a way of seeing to it you never let up, either. Good poem. Michael |
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Marge Tindal 
since 1999-11-06
Posts 42384Florida's Foreverly Shores |
RS - You sure reached in and pulled this one out. So lovely. ------------------ ~*The pen of the poet never runs out of ink, as long as we breathe.*~ noles1@totcon.com |
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Denise
Moderator
Member Seraphic
since 1999-08-22
Posts 22648 |
Very lovely, RS. I also love the last two lines. ------------------ Denise |
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Seymour Tabin Member Empyrean
since 1999-07-07
Posts 31720Tamarac Fla |
RSEvans, Wonderful job, enjoyed the read. |
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hoot_owl_rn Member Patricius
since 1999-07-05
Posts 10750Glen Hope, PA USA |
To be thought of as inspiration In words as beautiful as these I humbly bow at your admiration And only ever aim to please So if my words have once moved you My attempt at poetry be naught You words in this one they ring so true My reply, "Thanks a lot!" A very nice posting, amazing how others inspire us |
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suthern
since 1999-07-29
Posts 20723Louisiana |
I don't think I've ever inspired anyone... but I sure do enjoy reading about those who do! *G* Great poem! |
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RSEvans Senior Member
since 1999-10-23
Posts 1147Tulsa, OK, USA |
Michael: such praise...you sucking up to Femme's big brother? suthern: All of you have in one way or another contributed to this piece, whether you know it or not. If not for Michael, Sy and Balladeer I would get few male readers but the women here seem to strive and let me know when I've done well. In fact it was a woman who brought me here in the first place...Thanks PFF. ------------------ Once I was brilliant, now I no longer shine, but the twinkle in my eye speaks of another time. |
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poetFemmeFatale Member Elite
since 1999-07-25
Posts 2646Arkansas |
No, I shall say Thank You for such a beautiful piece in honor of us women!  How very thoughtful of you, sweet brother! And no, I don't believe Michael is sucking up - you are certainly a poet worthy of all praise you receive! I for one, am so glad to see your participation and growth here, as you are family as are others here....------------------ ~~ Lift your head high - spread your "words" and fly - - poetFemmeFatale |
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Poet deVine
Administrator
Member Seraphic
since 1999-05-26
Posts 22612Hurricane Alley |
Lovely tribute! Thank you. May your days be spent in inspired writing and your nights filled with more inspired writing!  |
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caroline Senior Member
since 1999-08-16
Posts 1218http://members.xoom.com/belladona123/index.htm |
Indeed it is a lovely poem I enjoy your work...keep writing! ------------------ Time's fun when you're having flies~~Kermit the Frog |
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Severn Member Rara Avis
since 1999-07-17
Posts 7704 |
This is gorgeous - a living breath of words. Well done. 'With grace born out of inspiration' - love that line. |
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Elizabeth Santos Member Rara Avis
since 1999-11-08
Posts 9269Pennsylvania |
I look in wonder, stand in awe At the verses of the poets all And just the beauty of your lines Is one more miracle, one more chime Elizabeth |
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Ohme Senior Member
since 1999-07-17
Posts 816Texas |
The inspiration that you praise inspires poetry. And when I seek another prod I'll look for RSE |
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Balladeer
Administrator
Member Empyrean
since 1999-06-05
Posts 25505Ft. Lauderdale, Fl USA |
Darn! How did this one get by me? Excellent poem, Robert. I've had many of those same thoughts myself and you describe them very well. |
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Nan
Administrator
Member Seraphic
since 1999-05-20
Posts 21191Cape Cod Massachusetts USA |
What a wonderful way to collect all the ladies in your corner... Flattery will get you every where, RS... |
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RSEvans Senior Member
since 1999-10-23
Posts 1147Tulsa, OK, USA |
Bal: Not much gets by you does it? Nan: Now that I have them all in my corner, what am I gonna do with em? After all...I'm a married man.LOL |
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