Today at the dVerse Poets, we have Art as Inspiration, and introducing Beverly Dyer.
I may as well have tried
to tame a Mustang stallion
or steal a mirage
thinking my charms were enough
to capture your heart and
you would love me back.
The Abject Muse
Kickin' it behind the Eight ball
My Charms
I guess charm wasn’t enough – so sad.
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I’ve learned charm is rarely enough. Sometimes it works as a Band-Aid. Thank you, Truedessa!
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Sometimes love is impossible, unfortunately.
The brevity of your poem is very effective. A perfect pairing!
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Thank you Mish! Yes, love is impossible most times. 😉
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Susan your musing on heartache is acutely resonant.
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Thank you, Lisa. I kind of wish it wasn’t, if you get my drift. :-).
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You are welcome, and yes, I do.
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Your poem is so heartfelt, Susan, it brought a tears to my eyes.
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Thank you, Kim. It was tough to write.
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I love this poem. The words and the painting blend so well!
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Thanks so much, rothpoetry. Glad you enjoyed!
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Nice analogy of romance rebuffed!
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Thank you, Beverly. I appreciate your stopping by & commenting!
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Nice comparison of stealing a mirage to using one’s charms.
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Thank you Frank. Interesting…I hadn’t thought of that.
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Moving…so human. Thank you! Bev
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Thank *you*!
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But if you hadn’t tried, you would always have dreamed about taming the horse…
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This is true, Bjorn. However, I also would not have been kicked in the teeth by said horse. Either way in my experience, the heart does what it wants and we hope for the best. 🙂
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There is so much meaning in your poem. I love the way you played with the words.
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Thank you, Vivian. Your comment means a lot to me. 🙂
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Excellent interpretation Susan, of this piece you chose of Beverly’s art. Wonderful choice!
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Thank you, Rob!
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