This poem by Misky struck a very deep chord with me - a woman afraid of her own sanity, while living with the other side of sanity.
26 July: dVerse Ekphrastic Poetry
Intriguing
Anne: The story I hear is not the one you would like to tell. No wonder we have our wires crossed on the power grid. Louis: You have no clue of what power means or what it can do (sounds like a veiled threat), so it will make sense for you to move out of … Continue reading Intriguing
Beginner
“Grandma, you missed a note”, chimes a sweet voice. It’s one of the kids who attend the same music class. “Thanks for taking me in, Hank! I was turned down by all music classes for my age.” “You are doing fairly well. Just keep at it.” Hank waves at her as he guides another kid … Continue reading Beginner
Non-Committal
draftin a nameless folderuntitledspeaks volumesno evidence idearare – deemed brilliantholding potentialnot yet convertedto success potentialkey to futureempty promiseor change the worldno guarantees promisessteadfastness of imbeciles?commitment of diligence?genius remainsnon-committal Moonwashed Weekly Prompt - NonCommittal
Views
DEATH Image: Closed Geometry by Maria Berrio a woman lies dead hereoblivious of rocks making facesnot knowing what storieswill be inscribed about her lifeor her existence forgottenas inconsequentialtoo shameful to be acknowledgedor a gem to be concealedso that it does not overshadowachievements of thosewho see themselvesas entitled ownersor gatekeepersof greatness NEIGHBOURHOOD Art by Eugene Delacroix … Continue reading Views
Commitment in a Can
Small acts performed as a matter of routine or religion define character, sooner or later. The world knows me by my acts. I’m surprised when my conscience screams, “That’s not me.” I do it only because I’m compelled in some way. It’s entirely voluntary, but not self-driven. Here comes the pertinent question, “Where does the … Continue reading Commitment in a Can
Home Decor
interiors spellcruelty to animalsreal face revealedcracks appearing on classycarefully constructed face Photo Challenge at MLMM
In Communion with Nature
holding warm sunraysby their long, slender fingerswe spend wistful dayspining for Moon together-luxury of idleness we try to catch cloudsby their speeding, woolly tailseach of us possessunique strengths; we co-existon land, water - long for sky Tanka Tuesday - Ekphrastic Quadrille at dVerse
Change
changecan'tinsist,draw uponconsistency - tolose original character.it needs to ride high on time; emerge victorious. Sunday Confessionals - Change
Cause of confusion
deflateddue to lack ofrecognition meaningwhich escapesknown cognition confusioncaused by differenceintent and interpretation tossed outby legal eaglesthey demand documentation Note: I keep telling new hires in companies not to use emojis in business communication. Incidentally, I came across this video today which supports my stance and shows the source of inspiration behind this piece (other than … Continue reading Cause of confusion
