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Gentle Spirit
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0 posted 2001-10-10 10:36 AM

I'm sitting here writing this rhyme
trying to occupy my lonely time.
My words they surely now are none
are days of writing my poetry done?
Nothing I write seems to make sense,
when I used to write with such cadence.
What once did seem so easy to write
now seeming to much of a fight.
My thoughts I can no longer use
while in the absence of my muse.

I have such a passion for written words
but now those words are no longer heard.
It seems that my muse has gone away,
I hope she'll soon return to stay.
These words at one time I had read
from a poetry friend who said,
"As long as blood flows through the veins
the heart of a poet always remains."
So I'll take these words into my heart
while my muse and I must be apart.

I'll pray she'll soon make her return.
as my passion for poetry does still burn!
So excuse me if I should falter and fumble
but without my muse I'm bound to stumble.
I'll keep writing these words, yes I'll try
as time just keeps slowly passing by.
I hope my muse will soon show her face,
that my words again she might grace.
Until the ink flows smoothly from my pen
I'll try to remember the words of that friend.

For now words of dear friends I'll read
until my muse again will concede
it's time that she makes her way home
and not leave this wordless poet all alone.
I'll try real hard not to despair,
I know she's out there somewhere.
Why oh why can she not see
what her absence is doing to me?
Now if the heavens would be so kind
as to allow me my muse again to find!

On the wings of words our spirits fly....and our souls are free.
~Me~

(I could have missed the pain, but I'd have had to miss the dance~Garth)

[This message has been edited by Gentle Spirit (edited 10-10-2001).]

Janet Marie
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1 posted 2001-10-10 10:53 AM

For now words of dear friends I'll read
until my muse again will concede
it's time that she makes her way home
and not leave this wordless poet all alone.
=================================

oh how well I know my gentle friend...
How ironic we can write about NOT being able to write...
and while its an oxymoron....
I know what your saying...
its SO NOT what we NEED to write about...
and yes...its important to feed the need with words...
coming here and sating that need is a way to keep the fires of inspiration burning.
I'll bet your muse is on the same cruise mine is on having a lovely time.

Here I stand like it matters...
once love is through-it gets scattered by the rain
and pain gives me the right to be unkind ...

Gentle Spirit
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2 posted 2001-10-10 10:55 AM

Well then Janet, I'm a bit jealous that they are having all the fun! Let us hope they shall return again soon. As I told a friend this morning, this is what poets write about when they can not write! Hugs JM. Good to see you doll.

On the wings of words our spirits fly....and our souls are free.
~Me~

(I could have missed the pain, but I'd have had to miss the dance~Garth)

Professor Gloom
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3 posted 2001-10-10 01:01 PM

Very nice,
shows that it's not gone,
just pausing,
awaiting something to draw it out.

Gloom

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just out of reach

4 posted 2001-10-10 01:20 PM

Oh, Gentle Spirit, Can I relate to this!! Seems so long since my sweet muse has whispered in my ear. You have penned this very well. Chris

Life is not measured by breaths you take, but by moments that take your breath away.

Gentle Spirit
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5 posted 2001-10-10 01:36 PM

Thank you Gloom, it can quit pausing any day now though. Thanks.

On the wings of words our spirits fly....and our souls are free.
~Me~

(I could have missed the pain, but I'd have had to miss the dance~Garth)

Gentle Spirit
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6 posted 2001-10-10 01:37 PM

Thank you Chris, and I hope your muse returns soon also! Maybe they are all going on vacations!

On the wings of words our spirits fly....and our souls are free.
~Me~

(I could have missed the pain, but I'd have had to miss the dance~Garth)

Sunshine

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7 posted 2001-10-10 02:16 PM

And don't we all know exactly what this one is all about! Only I wasn't sure if you were saying you were "lonely" or "looney" so I opted for the first! Laughing...well done, GS, so enjoyed!

Gentle Spirit
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8 posted 2001-10-10 02:50 PM

LMAO! At this point it could be either- or. I even had a friend proof read this for mistakes along with myself!! Edit, edit, and edit again.....sigh.......
Thanks Sunshine, glad it brought a smile.

On the wings of words our spirits fly....and our souls are free.
~Me~

(I could have missed the pain, but I'd have had to miss the dance~Garth)

[This message has been edited by Gentle Spirit (edited 10-10-2001).]

Enchantress
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Canada eh.

9 posted 2001-10-10 03:56 PM

Ah Gentle Spirit... I think also that our muses take vacations from time to time..she will be back. From the look of this poem she has not gone far! Lovely poem indeed.

Hugs, NancyLee~

~I've loved you forever, in lifetimes before.~

Gentle Spirit
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10 posted 2001-10-10 08:20 PM

Thank you much Enchantress. I appreciate it.

On the wings of words our spirits fly....and our souls are free.
~Me~

(I could have missed the pain, but I'd have had to miss the dance~Garth)

sigheyes
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the winds of destiny

11 posted 2001-10-11 01:06 PM

I am sure she will return soon. *smile*

Interloper

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Deep in the heart

12 posted 2001-10-11 01:08 PM

You may borrow my muse from time to time ... but ony by long distance ... muse might like you more and then where would I be

Fool, said my Muse to me, look in thy heart and write.

Magnus

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13 posted 2001-10-11 01:14 PM

I am graced by a muse who has given me so
much confidence in myself and my writing.

I sincerely hope your muse returns....I
know well the problem with being stuck.

Our hearts control our writing, and IF our
heart is elsewhere, well......so goes our
writing.

thanx for a great poem.

Larry C

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14 posted 2001-10-11 03:32 PM

It's hard when your muse is gone, but it's nice to know your skill is not forgotten. Nice job.

Sin isn't fair, but God got even, grace isn't fair either. larry c

Midnitesun

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Gaia

15 posted 2001-10-11 03:48 PM

That sure is an awful lot of words for someone who claims to have misplaced their muse. LOL at some of it, as there are many days when I am sure I am positively museless on this earth.

Greeneyes

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In Your Poetic Mind

16 posted 2001-10-11 03:51 PM

good one hon, borrow mine sometime if ya need to...(actually he) is a divine inspiration...

Lauren

Domzi
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17 posted 2001-10-11 04:11 PM

We all have our days when our muses
decide to "leave". But, it sounds to
me like you found it in this poem!
Thanks for the read.

As my borough has always stated- Do or Die.

Gentle Spirit
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18 posted 2001-10-11 08:29 PM

SE, I sure hope she comes back soon. Thanks!!

On the wings of words our spirits fly....and our souls are free.
~Me~

(I could have missed the pain, but I'd have had to miss the dance~Garth)

Gentle Spirit
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19 posted 2001-10-11 08:30 PM

Interloper, I thank you for the offer, but I promise I will let her come home to you soon! *s*

On the wings of words our spirits fly....and our souls are free.
~Me~

(I could have missed the pain, but I'd have had to miss the dance~Garth)

Gentle Spirit
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20 posted 2001-10-11 08:31 PM

Magnus, you definately hit that one on the head! When our hearts desire is gone, so are our words it seems. I sure hope mine gets back here soon. *s*

On the wings of words our spirits fly....and our souls are free.
~Me~

(I could have missed the pain, but I'd have had to miss the dance~Garth)

Gentle Spirit
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21 posted 2001-10-11 08:32 PM

Larry, I thank you. I hope I haven't forgotten everything! *s*

On the wings of words our spirits fly....and our souls are free.
~Me~

(I could have missed the pain, but I'd have had to miss the dance~Garth)

Gentle Spirit
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22 posted 2001-10-11 08:33 PM

Midnite, I think that we all have those days! Thank you for reading.

On the wings of words our spirits fly....and our souls are free.
~Me~

(I could have missed the pain, but I'd have had to miss the dance~Garth)

Gentle Spirit
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23 posted 2001-10-11 08:35 PM

Lauren Your muse graces you with such beauty and eloquence, I could only hope that a little of that might ever rub off on me. As always sweet friend, thank you. You are so appreciated! Hugs

On the wings of words our spirits fly....and our souls are free.
~Me~

(I could have missed the pain, but I'd have had to miss the dance~Garth)

Gentle Spirit
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24 posted 2001-10-11 08:37 PM

Domzi, I thank you for that. It is good I found a few words in my poem!! *s*

On the wings of words our spirits fly....and our souls are free.
~Me~

(I could have missed the pain, but I'd have had to miss the dance~Garth)

sigheyes
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the winds of destiny

25 posted 2001-10-12 11:05 AM

It looks like she has already returned. Now, into the library with this for a
inspiring write on how we can't write
when our muses leave. Vacations or not!

rwood
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Tennessee

26 posted 2001-10-13 07:30 AM

Oh no you don't....you just didn't want to tell anyone that you had lent her to me! And obviously she missed you! I believe she's home sweet home now.

I thank you for letting me borrow some of your light. Hugs!

P.S. Will she be busy tomorrow??? Just inquiring.

Sincerely,
Regina

Gentle Spirit
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27 posted 2001-10-14 05:02 PM

SE, I think that I am ready for the vacation!
*s* Thanks as always.

On the wings of words our spirits fly....and our souls are free.
~Me~

(I could have missed the pain, but I'd have had to miss the dance~Garth)

Gentle Spirit
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28 posted 2001-10-14 05:05 PM

I hope that she is home Regina.

I am proud to bask in the light with you sweet poetess. Very proud.....Hugs!
Donna

On the wings of words our spirits fly....and our souls are free.
~Me~

(I could have missed the pain, but I'd have had to miss the dance~Garth)

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