Abstract Inscape On the Mesa

Birthed in scratches of white paint on deadly canvas,
Emerging from the womb-vessel of a faded sea
To face the barren inscape of my tenuous self.

The diaphragmic doorway only opens through infirmity;
Abstract sodomy on the mesa.

Tilting by the weight of my breasts, precariously
Above the plain – the welcome danger of oblivion.

Darkness is my safety and my fault.
Night on the mesa floats free – freedom is found in reflection,
But a sliver of a moon is yet too much.

My faded scream can only be heard by those who are bound.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2008

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Brown Avatar
August 13, 2014 at 8:30 AM
I am checking in to see if any of my Favorite poets have posted anything new as I have not been here in awhile. I see you haven't either. Maybe next time but I can still read what you have left here at the Soup for now. Love, Carol
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August 11, 2010 at 11:50 AM
A joy to read an oldie by one of my favorite poets Ginna. Love, Carol
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July 21, 2009 at 6:45 AM
2008 would you believe it was the last new poem you posted. Where are you ? Hope you will come back and share more of your poetry with us. Love, Carol
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December 4, 2008 at 7:51 AM
Gina - Congratulations on your 3 poems making Round One of the PSoup poetry contest! Wishing you all the best in the finals and have a Happy Holiday season. Peace always, John
Jordan Avatar
November 29, 2008 at 9:10 PM
Every time I read this I like it more - Congratulations on all three of your poems making the finals - Good luck & God Bless, MJ
Brown Avatar
November 19, 2008 at 4:50 AM
Congratulations on your poetry making it through the first round. Good luck in the finals. Love, Carol
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October 31, 2008 at 9:04 AM
Wow Ginna, Congratulations for being featured as we all share the gift of your creative writing. Wonderful Poem... MPK
Jordan Avatar
October 30, 2008 at 7:23 PM
Ginna - Congrats on having your poetry featured this week – God Bless
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October 28, 2008 at 6:43 AM
Those who are bound, when they find themselves and be themselves will find happiness. To hell with everyone else. This was well written. Congratulations on having it featured. God Bless. Vince
Brown Avatar
October 27, 2008 at 10:07 AM
Gina, Congratulations on your poetry being featured this week. Love, Carol
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October 26, 2008 at 4:51 PM
Well Ginna, this seems extremely deep and personal. Congrats on being featured this week. Best wishes. Love, Shar
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October 26, 2008 at 11:20 AM
The powerful imagery conveys your thoughts in a creative way. Congratulations on having your poem feature. Wishing you continued success with your writing. Karen
Jordan Avatar
August 1, 2008 at 12:21 PM
Ginna this poem flowed perfectly and gives readers a glimpse into the person you are - God Bless
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