Ache of Strings and Bow

A wail escapes from its bow

Each note rising, ebbing

To cut into my pinch of ache;

While strings quiver on flesh, 

A wail escapes from its bow.
A Prized Refrain
Copyright © | Year Posted 2015

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Anish Avatar
November 16, 2015 at 5:01 PM
The violin can be so beautiful! This is a nice piece of work! Peace Matthew Anish
Andresen Avatar
August 18, 2015 at 1:00 PM
- I'm a little late, but better late than never :) - Congratulations your 2nd place in the contest, Gabby :) - hugs // Anne-Lise :)
Merryman Avatar
August 17, 2015 at 9:46 PM
Gabby, congrats on your win with this beautiful write! Love, Kim
A  Avatar
August 17, 2015 at 3:13 PM
Gabby, congrats on your wonderful win. SKAT
A. Sharma Avatar
August 17, 2015 at 8:13 AM
Wow an amazing write Gabby! Congrats on big win!
Dietrich Avatar
August 16, 2015 at 7:58 PM
wow, this is GOOD work!! Congrats on a well deserved win.
Allison Avatar
August 16, 2015 at 3:37 PM
Beautiful memories of a treasured item - congrats on your win:-) hugs Jan xx
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