Mischief

I am a slave to my emotions When my muse is on the loose, She cares not what state I'm in. I know she does not give a hoot. I start to write not knowing where she plans to lead me if I dare. Back in time to my broken heart. Or leaping forward to a fresh start. Often she's in her impish mode. At times like those I really scold. Occassionally she's hot and bothered, saying things she knows she oughtn'd. She plays with words and loves to rhyme. Mixing and matching until they chime. To think that I had lost my voice. With a husband who removed all choice. My poor little muse suffercating inside. Go ahead Precious, I've turned the tide. 09/04/2016 A traditional four line rhyming poem with a little twist added. For MISCHIEF contest.

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Jan Allison

Date: 11/9/2018 4:51:00 PM

Dropping back with my congratulations on your win jean :-) Hugs Jan xx

Jean Murray
Date: 11/9/2018 4:58:00 PM

Hi Jan. So nice to see you as always, especially after a rough day at the office. I confess to reading more than writing this winter. Your kind comment calls me back.

Sandra Haight

Date: 10/4/2018 7:15:00 PM

You have a delightful muse, Jean! I enjoyed your poem and congratulations on your win! Hugs, Sandra

Jean Murray
Date: 10/4/2018 8:21:00 PM

Thank you Sandra.

Janice Canerdy

Date: 10/4/2018 5:27:00 PM

So well done, Jean! CONGRATS! Janice

Jean Murray
Date: 10/4/2018 5:29:00 PM

Thank you Janice.

Seosamh De Burca

Date: 9/26/2016 5:27:00 PM

Beautifully written Jean.

Jean Murray
Date: 9/26/2016 6:55:00 PM

I am now number 26 in the top 100 contest poets Seosamh. I cannot believe it myself. Hurry up and overtake me. You are well able.

Jan Allison

Date: 9/7/2016 2:01:00 AM

I can relate to every single line Jean and reading your comments oh how I have changed since I first picked up my pen - fabulous poem and I love your humour my friend:-) hugs Jan xx

Jean Murray
Date: 9/7/2016 2:55:00 AM

JAN....I was just thinking this comment may be from you, before I read it. Amazing, my telapathic friend. It's impossible to explain to those who do not write poetry the precious gift it is.

Caycay Jennings

Date: 9/6/2016 2:20:00 PM

What a thrill to read your poem. I totally enjoyed this effort, Jean - it has me smiling deeply and sincerely ... CayCay

Jean Murray
Date: 9/6/2016 3:05:00 PM

I always consider your praise as high praise CayCay. Thank you.

Daniel Turner

Date: 9/5/2016 5:24:00 PM

I love your muse Jean. She is all the things you say she is. That is why I love her. Really a fun and smart write. Good luck!

Jean Murray
Date: 9/6/2016 9:19:00 AM

Thank you so much Daniel. I appreciate your warm visits.

Arthur Vaso

Date: 9/4/2016 11:47:00 PM

We are glad the tides have changed!!!! Hugs!

Jean Murray
Date: 9/5/2016 12:56:00 PM

I would not recognise myself now from 6 years ago Arthur. I even sang for the first time in 25 years of work functions, only 5 years ago. My green fingers have transformed the wilderness of a garden left by the gardener (my x husband) .The only thing that has deepened is my love for my children.