The Ephemeral Magic of the Muse
An idea inspired by a Sgaletti poem37 total reviews
Comment from LovnPeace
I really enjoyed reading this. I understan it so well as I have done the same myself a few times. I am grateful at those times for the person who awoke my drozing muse. Blessings and well done. Barbara
reply by the author on 21-Jul-2010
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I really enjoyed reading this. I understan it so well as I have done the same myself a few times. I am grateful at those times for the person who awoke my drozing muse. Blessings and well done. Barbara
Comment Written 20-Jul-2010
reply by the author on 21-Jul-2010
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Thank you, Barbara :-). It's my favourite way to write; spontaneous and free ofconcern!
Mike
Comment from Twomoon
WOW, this was just wonderful, I loved the hands description, the whole of this poem was just grand writing..just gave my last six, ah, that I was given just one more, because this one would be worth it!! Loved when its here I'm a wizard...ah, but you certainly were here you filled this page with magic and wrote in the moment of conscience suburb!! Loved it, much love and good luck twomoon
reply by the author on 20-Jul-2010
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WOW, this was just wonderful, I loved the hands description, the whole of this poem was just grand writing..just gave my last six, ah, that I was given just one more, because this one would be worth it!! Loved when its here I'm a wizard...ah, but you certainly were here you filled this page with magic and wrote in the moment of conscience suburb!! Loved it, much love and good luck twomoon
Comment Written 20-Jul-2010
reply by the author on 20-Jul-2010
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Thank you, Twomoon. What a fantastic review :-). I'm so happy you enjoyed this one. It came together just right.
Mike
Comment from CALLAHANMR
Hi Mike:)
Your title ("The Ephemeral Magic of the Muse") says it all. My muse is ephemeral, as well appearing like a wisp of smoke and fleeing with the slightest doubt.
When it's there I am a wizard,
casting wordy spells
like nets across my screen,
Like you:
Then on the page I'll see a sage,
a poem penned; respected friend's
unveiling mystery,
and on into the electronic ether
I will type,
Oh if only I could set an appointed time to meet my elusive muse when all is ready to capture the essence of his thoughts and make myself appear a genius.
Thank you for sharing the wondermentof your words.
Roger aka Marilyn's writing partner
reply by the author on 20-Jul-2010
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Hi Mike:)
Your title ("The Ephemeral Magic of the Muse") says it all. My muse is ephemeral, as well appearing like a wisp of smoke and fleeing with the slightest doubt.
When it's there I am a wizard,
casting wordy spells
like nets across my screen,
Like you:
Then on the page I'll see a sage,
a poem penned; respected friend's
unveiling mystery,
and on into the electronic ether
I will type,
Oh if only I could set an appointed time to meet my elusive muse when all is ready to capture the essence of his thoughts and make myself appear a genius.
Thank you for sharing the wondermentof your words.
Roger aka Marilyn's writing partner
Comment Written 19-Jul-2010
reply by the author on 20-Jul-2010
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Thank you, Roger. This poem was a happy confluence of idea, inspiration, and a lunch break at work! I got an amazing reaction, far beyond what I expected. I'm so glad I was able to hit some elusively familiar notes and play a tune us writers can dance to. Thanks for a wonderful and encouraging review.
Mike
Comment from Eli Wilde
Hi Feedle,
Looks like your faith in writing has been at it again... This is a different one, that said, there's a different feel to all of the poems in the contest. I can see why you've thanked your inspiration, this is a champion verse. Good luck.
Frank
reply by the author on 20-Jul-2010
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Hi Feedle,
Looks like your faith in writing has been at it again... This is a different one, that said, there's a different feel to all of the poems in the contest. I can see why you've thanked your inspiration, this is a champion verse. Good luck.
Frank
Comment Written 19-Jul-2010
reply by the author on 20-Jul-2010
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Thanks Frank :-). It seems you are fated to read all my introspective pieces about the writing process! I'm really glad you enjoyed this one.
Mike
Comment from jlsavell
Hi Fleedleflump, this was such a pleasure to read. I see why it was in the nomination for pom. Truly excellent free verse depicting the magic and the fickleness of a muse. Loved it..absolutely love it..rich verbiage, excellent phrases..what magic you conjure up.best wishes with the contest...jlsavell
reply by the author on 19-Jul-2010
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Hi Fleedleflump, this was such a pleasure to read. I see why it was in the nomination for pom. Truly excellent free verse depicting the magic and the fickleness of a muse. Loved it..absolutely love it..rich verbiage, excellent phrases..what magic you conjure up.best wishes with the contest...jlsavell
Comment Written 19-Jul-2010
reply by the author on 19-Jul-2010
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Thank you, jlsavell :-). I love writing free verse, especially when I'm in a philosophical frame of mind. I was very excited to be nominated! Still working my way through the other entries.
Mike
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loved it absolutely..free verse to me is very hard and a tough challenge.. although you seem to have more freedom, you still have to have it cohesive and a continuim of thought while creating imagery to be effective. Yours was just that..
Comment from Hitcher
I do not know how I missed this one mate, my apologies, this is another awesome write, you are becoming my favorite writer on site Mike, I mean that mate, you have mastered meter, you are wiz with words and your visual prowess is untouchable, Good luck with this one Mike, I have a feeling it is going to do you proud mate, and so it should!
reply by the author on 19-Jul-2010
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I do not know how I missed this one mate, my apologies, this is another awesome write, you are becoming my favorite writer on site Mike, I mean that mate, you have mastered meter, you are wiz with words and your visual prowess is untouchable, Good luck with this one Mike, I have a feeling it is going to do you proud mate, and so it should!
Comment Written 19-Jul-2010
reply by the author on 19-Jul-2010
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Cheers, Hitch. I didn't realise you'd missed it; must have been bad timing. I'm trying to write more prose at the moment, as I'm starting to miss story-telling, so hopefully I can keep up the quality there as well. You know how to make my head swell, mate.
Mike
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Does that mean Bran might grace my screen again? I'd F/n love that to be true!
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I have several ideas for the next Bran story, having sat down with my friend Darren (a fantasy novel obsessive) to hear all the things he wishes I'd put in the first one! Once I have a solid plot idea, I'd like to run it past you and a couple of others, if that's okay. Not planning to give too much away, or nail myself down too much, of course! I just want to know if people think the general direction is a good idea.
Mike
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I'd be P*ssed off if I wasn't on your short list mate, ha ha, just kidding! I'd love a peek, you know I would, BUT not giving too much away is a sound idea. Hows things going with Bran, any interested parties? I do hope so!
Comment from pearlecat
This is a really creative and insightful writing about the muse. I don't have one, but I understand the concept and find your writing of it the best one I've read. I especially liked
"Then on the page I'll see a sage,
a poem penned; respected friend's
unveiling mystery,
and on into the electronic ether
I will type,
and snipe,
and coddle,
modelling the meddlesome inventions
masked by meter's
stale touch
and my mixed up intentions."
I can so relate to that even without a muse. LOL I hadn't realized that I was in the competition for poem of the month when you reviewed my poem. So I thought "how strange someone is reviewing this after all this time?" Then I found out why. Thank you for reading my poem and reviewing it, that was very nice. Good luck in the contest. Pearl
reply by the author on 19-Jul-2010
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This is a really creative and insightful writing about the muse. I don't have one, but I understand the concept and find your writing of it the best one I've read. I especially liked
"Then on the page I'll see a sage,
a poem penned; respected friend's
unveiling mystery,
and on into the electronic ether
I will type,
and snipe,
and coddle,
modelling the meddlesome inventions
masked by meter's
stale touch
and my mixed up intentions."
I can so relate to that even without a muse. LOL I hadn't realized that I was in the competition for poem of the month when you reviewed my poem. So I thought "how strange someone is reviewing this after all this time?" Then I found out why. Thank you for reading my poem and reviewing it, that was very nice. Good luck in the contest. Pearl
Comment Written 18-Jul-2010
reply by the author on 19-Jul-2010
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A month ago, I would have said I didn't have a muse. I just write because I'm driven to it and it gives me a dual sense of release and fulfillment. I'm not one of those writers who can name their partner, son/daughter, cat, or invisible mystical entity :-). Then I got to thinking that, when people say 'muse', all they really mean is what gives them inspiration. There're many and varied of those for me, but reading other work that I enjoy is a big one. I'll stop rambling now :-)
I always try to read all the other entries in a contest. In this case, you got my vote, too, as I loved your poem.
All of which means thank you for the lovely review!
Mike
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Thank you Mike and best of luck to you. Pearl
Comment from marcii
Perhaps after reading your notes I see why I just don't quite get what the poem is saying, as you are answering a poem with a poem and I have not read the other poem.
However I do think this poem has good structure and flow.
Good luck in the contest.
Marcii
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reply by the author on 19-Jul-2010
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Perhaps after reading your notes I see why I just don't quite get what the poem is saying, as you are answering a poem with a poem and I have not read the other poem.
However I do think this poem has good structure and flow.
Good luck in the contest.
Marcii
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The highest and the lowest rating are not included in calculations.
Comment Written 18-Jul-2010
reply by the author on 19-Jul-2010
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Oh, I wouldn't have posted it if reading its inspiration was necessary. This is certainly a standalone work. It's just an ode to my inspirations, really. Nowt more convuluted than that. Thanks for taking the time to read and review.
Mike
Comment from Jean Lutz
I think our muses must be kin. Mine also speaks to me in times unconvenient or when I am in the middle of review. This is great and I wish you and your muse the best in this contest.
reply by the author on 19-Jul-2010
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I think our muses must be kin. Mine also speaks to me in times unconvenient or when I am in the middle of review. This is great and I wish you and your muse the best in this contest.
Comment Written 18-Jul-2010
reply by the author on 19-Jul-2010
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Thank you, Jean :-). There are few things that get me going better than a poem I'm enjoying reviewing. I'm so glad you enjoyed this one.
Mike
Comment from wierdgrace
well I see why you made it to the poem of the month, this one is truly great, and to use the same picture well done, good luck in the voting booth, we all know it can be tough.
reply by the author on 19-Jul-2010
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well I see why you made it to the poem of the month, this one is truly great, and to use the same picture well done, good luck in the voting booth, we all know it can be tough.
Comment Written 18-Jul-2010
reply by the author on 19-Jul-2010
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Thank you, Grace :-). It's always a thrill to be nominated for such things. I've had seven for Book of the Month and never placed higher than third! Perhaps I'll do better in the poetry category. I'm so glad you enjoyed my poem :-)
Mike
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just to be nominated is great
