Thursday, July 19, 2012

Writer's Block

artwork by Jack Vettriano

The Mag #126


"Ink and paper are sometimes passionate lovers, oftentimes brother and sister, and occasionally mortal enemies."  ~Terri Guillemets


I hope for a muse like a lady in waiting
peering through sheer curtains
at a world that seems so far away
words that once lingered with me
like a lover in love
now are nowhere
to be seen
I wait in silence
looking to the distance
hoping for a grand return
but I will not give up
true love never does.




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18 comments:

  1. HelenJuly 19, 2012 at 8:01 AM

    So glad I checked Magpies today - I'm off for a few days with no internet access. Your header photo is beyond beautiful - poem gives inspiration and hope (never giving up.)

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  2. Far Beyond The RidgeJuly 19, 2012 at 8:29 AM

    Been there~a cpl hundred times, and yes, it comes back like a lover just out for a prowl
    Rick

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  3. Brian MillerJuly 19, 2012 at 9:16 AM

    nah it usually comes around when you least expect it...and the only way out is to write yourself through it....

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  4. MaryJuly 19, 2012 at 9:38 AM

    Carrie, I have no doubt that your words will return. I think you made a wonderful first step when you wrote shared this poem. I agree with Brian about writing yourself through those dry spells.

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  5. ScarletJuly 19, 2012 at 3:43 PM

    Don't ever give up ~ You know, if you just write everyday, even if its small or just for sheer fun, I find I gain momentum and eventually find my muse ~

    Hope all is well ~

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  6. Marie NicoleJuly 19, 2012 at 4:44 PM

    I totally agree with Brian (and it's no surprise) - words will come back and take you by surprise. Looks like you're on the right path...

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  7. The UnknowngnomeJuly 19, 2012 at 9:26 PM

    I'm with you Carrie, been going through a dry desert myself. It must be the season but love endures.

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  8. redprismaJuly 20, 2012 at 7:41 AM

    Impressive!

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  9. dsJuly 20, 2012 at 2:57 PM

    Lovely. Thank you.

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  10. Rob-bearJuly 21, 2012 at 6:23 PM

    Bear trundled over from J. C. Newbery's poetry blog, and found my friend Helen is already here. This is a good sign.

    Staring off into nowhere, waiting with true love that does't give up. Delightfully romantic. Hope the love is returned.

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  11. Kathe W.July 22, 2012 at 6:25 AM

    positive inspiration Carrie, Lovely,

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  12. The Blog of BeeJuly 22, 2012 at 7:40 AM

    At some stage in our lives, we all have to wait - be it for love, the lover, the words...beautifully written.

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  13. nsw electricity pricesJuly 22, 2012 at 9:51 AM

    Your muse isn't gone. You've made a nice poem about it and that's not a writer's block I say. You just need a little inspiration to keep you going.

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  14. MarjaJuly 27, 2012 at 2:40 PM

    There is your muse. Well written. I haven't written for ages. A holiday gave me a vibe to write again

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  15. Nikki (Sarah)July 28, 2012 at 6:48 AM

    beautifully penned and love your header pic.

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  16. Just Be RealJuly 28, 2012 at 9:19 AM

    Lovely Carrie. Blessings.

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  17. EllaJuly 30, 2012 at 6:32 PM

    Oh Carrie you expressed this so well
    You need an art date : ) and a hug ((()))

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  18. Stafford RayAugust 1, 2012 at 3:07 PM

    Yes, beautifully expressed. And what a force for peace true love is. And do never give up. Even a yearning is better than despair!

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