Eternal Muse

music that was lilting 
soulful if you will
played with the wink of an eye 
that our hearts and ears
found the need to applaud

remnants of the past
could be found in his words
words that revealed times
with fellow troubadours
who squeezed a dollar bill
tighter than their lover’s waist

his bandana spoke of a time
long gone but remembered 
when the songs of life
passed through the artist 
and found their way
to a listener's palate
leaving a melody to savor
like a fine Merlot 
upon the lips
Copyright © | Year Posted 2017


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Date: 10/12/2017 6:10:00 AM
You have a way with words, a gifted poet indeed....Maria
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Ricky Muse
Date: 10/12/2017 6:23:00 AM
Thanks Maria. Years ago I read a book that literally changed my life entitled "The Craft of Lyric Writing" by Sheila Davis. After reading this book I became totally hooked on the idea of being a writer. Being a lyricist did not go well but from the rubble I found poetry and have been writing poems ever since. Thanks for your support..................peace!
Date: 10/10/2017 8:52:00 PM
Such a beautiful and emotional poem Richard. Your poetic expression is lovely and nostalgic especially in the third stanza. I totally enjoyed your write this evening!
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Ricky Muse
Date: 10/12/2017 6:32:00 AM
Pain and heartache are two of my fav' colors. Thanks for stopping bye Susan......................peace!
Date: 10/8/2017 5:50:00 AM
A great poem.. Deep reflective write
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Ricky Muse
Date: 10/8/2017 1:22:00 PM
Thanks for the input my friend. Being able to address my sadness through a poem is the best pill I've ever taken. Thanks again..............peace!
Date: 10/5/2017 1:47:00 PM
I love music and I love poetry and so often they go hand in hand and touch your heart in a way that is never forgotten...like the artists who create it. Nice tribute, Richard.
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Date: 10/5/2017 3:20:00 PM
At a local coffee house I used to frequent I met a man who was both musician and poet. He told me during the 1960's he was a friend of Bob Dylan. He and I really hit it off. Shortly after meeting him he passed away. I wrote this poem in his memory. Thanks for stopping bye.....................peace!
Date: 10/4/2017 2:39:00 PM
Music and poetry, once delivered, will live for ever more! This poem is lovely...definitely a taste of Merlot! // paul
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Ricky Muse
Date: 10/4/2017 8:09:00 PM
I would love to leave a book of poetry behind. Something that others might find interesting. Thanks for the kind words Paul..............peace!
Date: 10/4/2017 10:14:00 AM
As much as a piece of poetry that touches my soul I love a piece of music that touches me. It is saving and healing both of which there is not enough. Thank you.
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Ricky Muse
Date: 10/4/2017 8:06:00 PM
Amen Pat. Both are languages. Both communicate in a distinctive way. Thanks for stopping bye........peace!
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