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steavenr Member Elite
since 2003-11-17
Posts 4058 |
can't find the pathway to inspiration can't read the signposts along the way no map, no plannings, no directions no more muses come to play seems like barren work is all I find now wells without their water drawn arid sands of life's own making do not new concepts simply spawn dry bones stand for making bodies of work without their blood no more life-force with its power no more power where once it stood pens drip with thoughtlessness papers turn to blank edges wrought ideas hemmed in like cattle penned as words their themes are turned to nought can't find the pathway to inspiration can't read the signposts along the way |
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ThisDiamond Member Rara Avis
since 2002-02-22
Posts 9353Michigan, USA |
How well you write of the white noise, that often interrupts the pathway from thought to word. Inspiration is a funny thing... so often when this happens to me, there is a battle waging between my head and my heart. Enjoyed this steaven. |
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steavenr Member Elite
since 2003-11-17
Posts 4058 |
TD, 'white noise', an apt description...it is so frustrating when the spigot is turned off and the creative juices no longer flow...thanks for commenting |
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nakdthoughts Member Laureate
since 2000-10-29
Posts 19200Between the Lines |
loved this~~ you described my feelings lately~~ a pleasure to read M |
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steavenr Member Elite
since 2003-11-17
Posts 4058 |
M, I suppose the one thing all writers have in common are those times when the creative juices are cut off...thanks for commenting |
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Margherita Member Seraphic
since 2003-02-08
Posts 22236Eternity |
Sometimes there is this feeling you describe so well, but the muse is never so far away, that she can't hear you calling her name ... in full trust, without the least sign of frustration. I think you speak for many here. Love, Margherita |
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steavenr Member Elite
since 2003-11-17
Posts 4058 |
Margherita, I wish I could speak for my muse...so many times my muse shows up and treats me to such inspiration, but often when I can't get started, I feel completely left alone...thank you for your kind comments [This message has been edited by steavenr (11-18-2008 12:23 AM).] |
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amusemi Senior Member
since 2001-12-08
Posts 1262A State of Disarray |
Those are the days I start digging into the dictionary. I have one that weighs about fifty pounds. I look for words I don't know and then draw a picture in my mind... You painted the picture well of having a lapse in creativity. Hope it fades! |
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Bill Charles Member Patricius
since 2000-07-11
Posts 10619highways, & byways, for now |
steavenr - I like your thoughts of a perhaps lost muse. Keep writing for the inspiration will return. Telling write, and enjoyed the read... BC |
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HopeS Member Elite
since 2000-12-22
Posts 4596Perth Western Australia |
Occassionaly I think my muse goes on vacation and takes with it my inspiration In times like these , I write of memories Hope |
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steavenr Member Elite
since 2003-11-17
Posts 4058 |
amusemi, there are times I wish I had a 50 lb. dictionary to fall back on, but I fear that this is just not my cup of tea...thanks for reading and commenting Bill, thanks for the encouragement...though it seems worthless when I try to write without my muse...I will, at your suggestion, continue nonetheless Hope, love your idea of writing of memories...see we have been in the same boat from time to time...thanks for taking the time to read and comment...appreciate your sharing |
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AAB Member
since 2008-04-10
Posts 99Canada |
How ironic that a lack of inspiration became inspiration for such a relateable poem. I hope inspiration finds you. |
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steavenr Member Elite
since 2003-11-17
Posts 4058 |
AAB, irony or fate or whatever...isn't writing an amazing thing...just glad you found it relateable...thanks for commenting... |
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SEA 
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Member Seraphic
since 2000-01-18
Posts 22676with you |
I am sure feelin this lately really enjoyed this  |
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Pantheress Member
since 2008-11-02
Posts 215Queensland, Australia |
I thought I saw a sign today? Down at the corner store.. Muses for sale.. all shiny and white.. And if that don't work, I'll send you mine for the day, Cause she really like to play,smiles.. Although, I don't think yours was far away.. The words you wrote, flow just fine.. and look here^^ you've got a fantastic rhyme,grins.. Listen to the voices in your head(but don't get locked up,grins..) |
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shortsleeves Member
since 2008-10-19
Posts 125Franklin Tennessee |
What a great way of describing creation. It continues to flow regardless of the contrast. Thank you and I appreciate your comments on my work. Hal |
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steavenr Member Elite
since 2003-11-17
Posts 4058 |
SEA, thank you for your comments...appreciate you taking the time to read and then comment Pantheress, everytime I listen to those voices, I get myself in trouble, but I appreciate your concern...thank you much for your suggestion Hal, you are welcome...thank you for reading and commenting |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
The lack of inspiration can in and of itself be a source of inspiration! ~ and that appears to be true for you, dear poet!    Linda |
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Oklahoma Rose Senior Member
since 2008-02-28
Posts 1586Oklahoma USA |
Don't you just hate it whe those muses take of and go somewhere else? Mine seems to do that all the time. |
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steavenr Member Elite
since 2003-11-17
Posts 4058 |
Linda, Seems like I may have put one over on mine then, just maybe...thanks for the kind comments OK Rose, The trouble with mine is when it is gone, so is every bit of the inspiration...thanks for the genuine words of commendation...appreciated |
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Mark Bohannan Member Rara Avis
since 2000-06-21
Posts 7269In the winds of Cherokee song |
Sometimes our muses have to hide from us to help create inspiration for ones like the one you just penned. Well done and I believe we all can relate quite well to this. |
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steavenr Member Elite
since 2003-11-17
Posts 4058 |
Mark, Appreciate the words of encouragement and comraderieship...your kind comments are well received...thank you |
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Ratleader
since 2003-01-23
Posts 7026Visiting Earth on a Guest Pass |
Audience has a lot to do with it. If there's even a small group of people who genuinely like your work, writing for them can make all the difference. Don't write to them, but write for them, to show them a piece of your soul...that's the key. ~~(¸¸¸¸ºº> ~~(¸¸¸¸ºº> ~~(¸¸ ¸¸ºº> ~~~(¸¸ER¸¸ºº> |
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steavenr Member Elite
since 2003-11-17
Posts 4058 |
Ratleader, There's much wisdom in your kind comments...suppose that very well may be where the problem lies...just haven't made it to that level yet...still stuck at writing more for myself...will keep your sage advice in mind...thank you for truly constructive comments |
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Alison
since 2008-01-27
Posts 9318Lumpy oatmeal makes me crazy! |
Steaven, I feel much like that lately. You describe it much better than I could. I like reading your signposts. A |
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Roniece Dawson-Bruce Member Ascendant
since 2000-01-29
Posts 5689Sydney, Australia |
Steaven, If your muse is MIA then I would happily apply for the position ? ok, well if not, then I would happily put up the signposts for you lovely lovely gifting here my friend... love RDB Be kind at heart....for everyone you meet has their own battle to fight......... |
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steavenr Member Elite
since 2003-11-17
Posts 4058 |
Alison, how very kind you are...and generous as well...thank you very much RDB, what an amazing offer...I truly am humbled by your suggestion...whichever would be far more than I could ever imagine...most of all, thank you for taking the time to read and comment...it is greatly appreciated... |
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suthern
since 1999-07-29
Posts 20723Louisiana |
wells without their water drawn I love this image... and how appropriate it is! *S* You KNOW the drink is there but the rope is frayed and the bucket has a hole and the words that make it to paper don't belong together. *G* We've all been there... you just wrote it superbly! |
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steavenr Member Elite
since 2003-11-17
Posts 4058 |
suthern, thank you for not just reading it, but 'getting it'...your comments are right on target and make it a pleasure to read your response...thank you much...I heartily appreciate it... |
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