I Drew a Blank

Arranging his pens, he thought to himself
She said she wanted me to draw her love
and showcase it at my art show next week
Abstract or traditional...what to do?

I could try to capture her bubbly smile
She is effervescence personified...
Or turn my canvas into a mirror
to draw her eyes, ah...there would be her soul

Can her love be seen in flower blossoms
So many types of petals and colors
A sunrise may showcase her love's luster
Though beauty may be found in a sunset

Sunset indeed...he decides what to draw...
Art show opens to much paparazzi
They can't wait to see how he drew her love
Big reveal...and she can't quite catch her breath

He says... Breathtaking huh? Hard decision...
Focus on the rapture you used to give
or on the desolation I feel now
Yes, I know...you don't love me any more

Surprised? Only because I know the truth
How cruel to request me to draw your love
How can I draw what no longer exists?
So, that being the case, I drew a blank...



5/12/16
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Haight Avatar
June 5, 2016 at 6:56 PM
Amazing poem, Dineen, very well-written with great imagery and a twist at the end! Congratulations on your fine win in the contest. Sandra
Williams Gault Avatar
June 9, 2016 at 8:00 AM
Such a wonderful compliment Sandra, thank you for that and for congratulating me!
Lawless Avatar
June 2, 2016 at 10:22 PM
Dineen, love your treatment of the contest with this ingenious theme. I especially like the subtle "twist" in the last couplet. Nicely written with intriguing metaphoric colors. Thanks for entering the contest
Williams Gault Avatar
June 4, 2016 at 11:39 AM
Such a wonderfully in depth critique, so nice of you John. I appreciate that, as well as your kind consideration in being placed in your contest. Thank you!
Dietrich Avatar
May 12, 2016 at 8:20 PM
I enjoyed your impression of drawing a blank, Dineen. Very nice interpretation. Good luck in the contest.
Williams Gault Avatar
May 13, 2016 at 11:45 AM
Thank you Andrea, I'm looking forward to reading the different interpretations. Much appreciated.
May Avatar
May 12, 2016 at 5:27 PM
Great last line...Sunset would best be suited for a dying love...Great write Dineen...
Williams Gault Avatar
May 13, 2016 at 11:42 AM
Yes a sunset would be, a dying love is never easy, thank you much Joseph.
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