Once a Muse

Just one page granted

on old parchment ~

dried out and thinly veiled

  comes forth this muse 

 bandaged in sadness

yes ~

I've seen her before

hidden weak spots

yet holding poetic inspiration

 she beckons to me

with words and tears 

to share with parched ink

in a tired pen

 yes~

I've known her before

in fairer disguise

where bluer skies

found her eyes..

when flowers bloomed in 

fragrant meadows 

        and it was five o clock

    somewhere

        

Reviews

[jacob erin-cilberto]

the time we spend with the muse is priceless...
flowers bloom like poetry from our pen in fragrant night times....

and yes, somewhere it is five o'clock.

for me it is usually 2 or 3 in the morning.
and my pen might be tired, but it still begs to be moved.
I really like this vision of the muse and our relationship with her.
j.

[Fran Marie]

ThanksJacob..for the kind review..yes we certainly do push those pens to perform
don't we..tired or not they must write..
I appreciate your thoughts on this one;

[Fabian G. Franklin]

Some of us have nice soft comforters for brains; blankets of inspiration like fluffy clouds that we might snatch from the atmosphere around us to craft bits of beautiful verse from.. Others, like myself are stuck with crazy quilts. At least there's plenty of color and lots to look at. My muse is schizophrenic and possibly possessed. (laughing) But I'll share the gifts he/she/they bring anyway. I enjoyed this.

[Fran Marie]

your muse is schizophrenic..too funny
My muse has mpd..haha
multiple personality disorder
I do believe..she ain't right!!
Thanks Fabian I enjoy your
reviews always..😊

[Poetic Beauty]

Ahh sometimes our muses pull from the depth and beckon for a sad poem to form leaving behind the sunny flowery meadow for a bit

[Betty Hermelee]

I get the feeling of a sad poet at first, "just one page granted", aging writings, weak ; then looking back upon herself when she was in better ways, bluer skies when flowers blossomed; your words are soft and meaningful. well done!
Best,
Betty

[Fran Marie]

thanks Betty; for reading and your
kind review..i so appreciate;

[Betty Hermelee]

You’re welcome!

[The Rock And Roll Cowbo..]

The muse is like the post offce. Nothing will preent her from delivering the inspiration to the mailox in your mind. A fantasytic write.

[Fran Marie]

Thanks Dale; so very much
appreciate your kind review

[Chris Shaw]

Dear Fran, your poem speaks to me about our relationship with our poetry muse. Those times when we are in tune with each other can be wonderfully productive. At the moment, mine has flitted away. Her butterfly wings have gone and I am missing her. Your muse was clearly with you when you wrote this lovely poem. So poetic in its expression. All good wishes to you and keep well.

Chris

[Fran Marie]

Thanks dear Chris;
Not to worry ;I'm sure your muse will return in no time .even muses take holidays..i so appreciate your kind words

[Patricia Wedel]

dearest Fran… In my twilight years.. I can see clearly.. the Art of Life … holding poetic persuasion. I have settled into a Rainbow 🌈 of
“Inspiration” with Poets like you. We dream of visiting the Eastern ⭐️ Star where we Conspire. tenderly, Pat

[Fran Marie]

Thanks dear Pat; may the Eastern star
keep shining bright for all..i always
appreciate your kind poetic words;
on my poetry;

[Patricia Wedel]

dear Fran… going through some past poems, I came upon your poem… “Once a Muse”. In
My Review I may have meant to say, “ the Evening Star” which is Venus. I really miss the Care-free poetry from two years ago. Now our World is in such Turmoil.. that it difficult for even our Muse. Hope the Autumn is pleasant for you. softly, Pat

[Fran Marie]

yes I feel the same way dear friend, the world
is in such chaotic turmoil..its difficult some times
to summons our muse to bring happy thoughts
& positive verse 'pon paper..but let us wish and
conspire upon that evening star to shine brightly
for inspiration..wishing you a lovely Autumn season
dear Pat..🍁💕🍁

[Vertigo Cat1111]

This feels so refreshing! I don't know what it is, but the words you used and the way you used them are just perfect. I feel the story and it really feels as if I'm there, writing too. This poem perfectly implements so many things, including the feeling of writing. I adored the last line, it fit and made everything click together. This one will be going in my favorites! Thank you for sharing. (:

[Fran Marie]

Thanks Colacat for such a kind review
and if you felt you were writing with me
that is such a lovely compliment ..i strive to make one feel the words I write ..i welcome your thoughts on my poems
always and am thankful ..