Gracious Slavery

Contests inspire our minds, mostly I feel.
They quiz my muse along with me so much,
I sit at computer screen; she gapes at me.
My hands start the line; she cultures it.
Writing from imagination, combined,
Along with feelings, old - new moments,
I feel the spirit, I type along the way.
Forward on, while backspacing at times.
Inspiration from themes given - taken,
Raptures my mind-set; until produced,
Taunting me each new day, she calls,
Appealing to this slavery, for both,
Physical actions are mine formatted.
Rhyme, flow, imagery, and style, hers,
Over a decade, eleven years conveyed.
She into mortal world, never known,
Blesses me, her grace each write.
We share poetic deeds, in gracious slavery.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2010

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Mason Avatar
January 30, 2010 at 10:06 AM
Excellent writing here, Cecil. Congratulations on your win in Deborah's contest!!
Devonshire Avatar
January 29, 2010 at 1:17 AM
Awesome write and a fitting honor in the contest, Cecil! Congratulations, my friend. Love, Carolyn
Strand Avatar
January 28, 2010 at 8:12 AM
Congrats on your success in Debbie's contest Cecil.Rgds Brian
Dietrich Avatar
January 28, 2010 at 7:30 AM
Cecil a really good way to express the concept of you and your muse. I am glad I saw you won so that I could come view this poem. I see you too started around a decade ago, just like me? Congratulations. Andrea
K. Avatar
January 27, 2010 at 8:48 PM
I could definitely relate to this! Cleverly written, Cecil ^_^ These contests sure have me trapped as well ;) but as you said, "gracious slavery " indeed ;) congrats with your win!
Dufresne Avatar
January 27, 2010 at 6:30 PM
Nice write Cecil and congratulations! So your computer is female huh? I dont know what mine is yet....never thought of it. hmmm I know the sex of my cars and trucks ...why not the computer... I'll check it out thanks -Robert
Richards Avatar
January 27, 2010 at 6:00 PM
Gracious slavery.....sometimes is just the kick start I need to get me writing....but I love the way you put it into words!! Wonderful winning poem, Cecil. Congratulations!! Love, Carrie
Devonshire Avatar
January 13, 2010 at 9:51 AM
As poets, we often feel like slaves to the written word. Although I don't like the idea of judging contests, they do inspire us to write more often and help improve our adaptability to new forms. Great writing in this one, Cecil! Love, carolyn
Riley Avatar
January 13, 2010 at 12:07 AM
Clever poem, good title, I think most poets or writers could relate to bing the slave of your muse. Well painted picture, good work. Judy Riley
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