Michael Smith Poet Free verse

Music Box

Ballerina prisoner figurine  
Such beauty locked away
Only dances 
When she sees the light of day

But, in my mind
Her twirls are reminiscent
Of forgotten memories, round and round
Stirring music weighs

So, I hide her still
Under key
And silence
Hoping she is forgiving

Until a fondness of providence is found
That soon soul will awaken
Her gracefulness hopes of ironies 
O' may she dance her way back among my living

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Melanie Hillmer March 30, 2012 at 1:25 PM I chose to read this one, as I am a songwriter(un-published), and recently, re-started playing my guitar. I must say I was very pleased with the choice I'd made. This is BEAUTIFUL!!!!! God surely has blessed you with the gift to write in a VERY unique way that's all your own. Thanks again for sharing.

Lucilla Carrillo January 30, 2012 at 2:16 PM Michael; This a beautiful poem. I loved it. Free verse is what I mostely write. Thanks for sharing. Lucilla

Wilma Neels January 16, 2012 at 12:24 PM The hidden messages in this gem. I have never thought of the music box in this way Michael.. I really enjoyed this one as well :) thank you for your comment and for directing me in your way!!

Danny Stinson December 9, 2011 at 7:07 PM Wow, this is an excellent poem. It makes my hair stand on end.

Carol Sunshine Brown December 9, 2011 at 7:42 AM Enjoyed reading your wonderful poetry today. Wishing you a beautiful weekend full of love and joy Michael. Love, Carol

Katie Telling December 9, 2011 at 2:12 AM I have a music box exactly like this! I love this poem. It honestly brought me right back to my childhood when I used to play with it at my grandma's house. Thank you for this!! Well done!