"Taps" .... with guidance from Richard..thank you sir!

thought i needed a poem on the Muse ... i suppose this will be my one and only. :)

Taps

the nine muses; compliments of Delphi Guide

I went to her and drank my drams in twos,

the service smiled a welcome, one and all.

But, time and pens run dry, because the muse

will sound-off taps, and dusk will surely fall.

Like empty caskets lowered down below,

the darkled, black of ink no words will spill.

She stops at whim, her flow as omen'd crow … 

my raucous, cawing, craving heart -- be still.

I try to resurrect reluctant muse,

with no success, as looking in I see,

a dust that chokes and gags creative fuse,

that burns too short to lift her harsh decree.

She plays the taps when time is standing mute,

and reveille when want cannot refute.

E. 7/25/2019

Author's Note

Reviews

[Richard🖌]

Ah,
The title struck and drew me to your verse.
Beautifully rendered, My Friend, in all the magnificence a true Sonnet should be, and brilliantly displayed here in homage portrayed and paid to your petulantly stubborn muse.
It is the rare few who can compose a proper English Sonnet, and yours dances to the beat and rhythm every true poet's heart can feel. Your imagery is vivid, emotion compelling, and syntax that brings all to life upon the page … the workings of a master poet.
I think it's amazing, the flexibility in variety of artistic skill displayed upon your pages.
I am humbled by the generous mention of my name, as but a mere touch here and there was called for, you prepared so well.
Love the perfect picture choice, and the music(?) … hmmm, let's say a bit eerie, but it certainly gets the idea across. 😳

Ya know, Gene? I often wish I had a muse, but after reading this, I'm not so sure I could coax her to properly behave … LOL!
Thank you for sharing another of your excellent, skillfully, and artfully composed pieces … KUDOS! ⁓ Richard 🍃

[Einstein Noodle]

ahahahaha yes ... if wishes were dreams we would dream them come true eh!? she most certainly will not behave herself no matter what we do :)))))))))))))) thank you for all your time and generosity here at the Cafe' ..i am actually beginning to think of the sonnet as fun to write .. a huge change for me as my first attempts were grueling and never quite right ;) i wanted some dreamy lute music of the Renaissance but got too excited to post and went with what you see .. thanks again for your guidance ... some new horizons are peeking open to me as a result .. thanks so much .. peace and joy sir!
E.

[Richard🖌]

Well, Gene,
As a poet, you have realized a rare accomplishment to be exceedingly proud of.read moreWell, Gene,
As a poet, you have realized a rare accomplishment to be exceedingly proud of.
Is it not amazing how much more enjoyable, satisfying, and rewarding it is to accept the challenge of composing poetry through earnestly developed, correctly understood, well-crafted, and honestly earned skill?
Congratulations, My Skilled Friend, and a well-crafted English Sonnet … brilliant work!

[Einstein Noodle]

thank you :)

[sette]

all i can say is that a sonnet written by you is an interesting read and i was right take always my friend

[Einstein Noodle]

ahahahah yep .. not me norm is it!? ;) thanks for your visits always ..and your remarks to let me know what you think ..i appreciate them all!
E.

[lightsong]

BIG congratulations dear E! I think in this one You've accomplished all what a Sonnet is about, have to say too that Your subject is perfect to go along a sonnet, Your title... well again You knew how to chose it :), wonderful words with the mysterious feeling that a real Sonnet should have (or maybe isn't only me ;) ), the couplet are strong and speak it all, exactly as a couplet should do, well done Sir!

[Einstein Noodle]

thank you so much Light ... having poetry received, enjoyed and/or corrected and/or improvements offered ...makes the Cafe' a great place for me .. sure do appreciate your visit and review Light!! peace and joy
E.

[Robert Trakofler]

this has all my favorite bits in it Mr. Einstein:) a streaming cadence in rhythm rhyme and flow fine imagery and feeling conveyed something about the lines of 10 in succession that grabs you pulls you into the thought flows in a mesmerizing quality. This is a perfect construct no constriction felt at all can tell however this one took some effort but it was a joy to read!

[Einstein Noodle]

oh yes .. effort indeed as classic form is not me forte' at all ... but i have fine instruction from Richard and am developing a better feel for the English Sonnet ... its so easy to miss mistakes when editing and re-writing ... so happy you found some pleasure in reading Bad One! thank you for taking time always!
E.

[Chris Shaw]

Dear Mr E, what a delight to read a new poem from you. Expertly written with guidance from Richard. A beaut, I would say, in flowing meter and rhyme. I'm always a sucker for classical poetry. This one about the muse clearly explains how fickle she can be. Mine is certainly that way at the moment. All good wishes from across the pond.

Chris

[Einstein Noodle]

thanks for your time and words Christine ... funny .. i can feel you way over the ocean right now ;) thanks a million!!

[Chris Shaw]

That connection pleases me no end :)

[Neville]

Long overdue but well worth the wait sir... there is just no way one can bully or bait her is there my friend.. as always exceptional stuff... much love squire..... Me :)

[Einstein Noodle]

no...there most certainly is not ... makes her value and the desire for her so much more eh!? fickle storm she is :))))))))) thanks always for your support and encouragement sir! Slainte mhath! i have one more glass of Bourbon Barrel darker 'n ale left in the jug .. down yer neck buddy!!!
E.

[Neville]

cheers .... and back at ya :)