i will dance

we have to choose to be happy some days

the blue lady” by monique edwards

courtesy of paintoutsidethelines of etsy.com

the day stirs me
asking me who i want to be
the girl infatuated with hope
     or the woman whose dreams
          have faded over time
headlines weep this morning
but i am thirsty for good news
                and a strong cup of coffee
my mind migrates
to a cocoon of recollection
where the sun was always shining

and the silence between stars smiled down on me
this is who i will always be
so when the night comes to call
i will dance to its happy song

Author's Note

dealing with some "stuff" and forcing myself to see the sunshine

Reviews

[R.M.C]

A lovely and striking piece Lydi. The mention of the two completely opposite versions of who you could be highlight really well the different versions of oneself and the conscious decisions of which aspect of yourself will be brought to the front - reflecting reality and the mind in a very simple but easy to understand way. Though the whole piece is great, there are two more key point I would personally say stands out (along with the point I've already made): "headlines weep this morning" is a simple line but says a lot, making subtle mention to the media and how they can make things depressing and put a sad and pitiful spin on the world - I'me very glad you added this as it fits in exceedingly well with the overall topic; and "my mind migrates to a cocoon of recollection" is another key aspect - especially with the lines following - as it broaches the ideas behind human nature, how we automatically think and dream of better times, where "the sun was always shining". A really great piece. I hope I've made my thoughts clear and that it expresses how good your poem is.

[Lydia Shutter]

My goodness, this is one of the best reviews I have ever received and the fact it is on a poem I wrote over two years ago makes me so very happy. Thank you very much. Lydi**

[R.M.C]

You're welcome.

[Mr Alednac]

I love this poem I clearly see the determination to see sunshine. It's full of hope, love it.

[Lydia Shutter]

Thank you very much. Lydi**

[Mr Alednac]

You're welcome! :)

[Coyote Poetry]

Beautiful artwork and poetry. Writing relieve my thoughts also. I like the places and the desire to dance a happy song. Thank you for the outstanding poetry.
Coyote

[Lydia Shutter]

I always appreciate your reviews. Thank you so much. Lydi**

[Madison O'Dwyer]

This is such a beautiful piece. I can feel the thoughts and emotions clearly through the beautiful lines. I love how you made a mere morning, and the thoughts beyond your hairline a charming and inspiring piece. Thank you for sharing, I enjoyed reading this piece.

[Lydia Shutter]

Thanks, Madison. I appreciate the review. Lydi**

[Coll Silvermoon]

What a voice you have, Lydia! This is beautiful. Keep on, keeping on.

[Lydia Shutter]

Thank you very much. Lydi**

[J. Rose]

This is so beautiful. Love the positive ending and the realization that at the end of the day, we are who we are. Thanks for sharing!

[Lydia Shutter]

Thanks so much. Lydi**

[Desert Knave]

A wonderfully affirmative and positive write. Deal as you must... just keep sharing your wonderful works with us... and dance. ~Jim

[Lydia Shutter]

Thanks so much, Jim.....hope life is treating you well and that YOU are dancing. Lydi**

[Desert Knave]

Not much dancing... but a little writing and a lot of reading. Hope to have even more new stuff here in a couple weeks (scratching a lot more notes now).

[Jack...]

Must be going around my friend. This poem is deeply beautiful, hovering just beneath the clouds. Though I think the forecast calls for clears skies ahead, so look up and know that other's will do the same with you...me included. Still, whenever I need a little ray of sunshine, I always come here to your page...this is where my smile waits for me.

[Lydia Shutter]

Thank you, my friend. You are a sweetheart. Lydi**

[poetdoug]

YES I love it.
I am often reminded that even when the Cup is half empty----it is still half FULL!
Amen

[Lydia Shutter]

How true, Doug. Thank you for the review. Lydi**

[SyberRose]

We all can relate to your words Lydi...nicely penned and keep looking on the bright side...hugss....Rose:)

[Lydia Shutter]

Always, Rose....it's the best for me. Thank you so much. Lydi**

[redflutterby]

Aren't we always dealing with some kind of "stuff"? Sigh...life is full of it. Trying to see some sunshine through those grey clouds can be hard. But keep looking..its there waiting to warm your soul. Loved this write Lydi!

[Lydia Shutter]

There is always a speck of sunshine...a bit of good humor....no matter what. Thank you so much. Lydi**