The Magic of Music

What a magical thing, music is,
echoing in my ear.
Thousands of ways to express itself,
waiting for me to hear.
Rustling branches
on a windy day,
Banjos strumming
eager to play,
calling out its melodies,
if only we stop and listen...

What magical memories, music makes,
thinking back upon,
telling stories without words,
of monsters and demon spawn.
Women in love,
or a broken heart.
A beautiful day
 that fell apart.
Words have a rhyme of their own,
if only we stop and listen...

What a magical place, music can be,
as you drift away.
You close your eyes, and think about
a different kind of day!
One with a field,
trees and river wide.
We just need to listen hard
and pictures form inside.
So many places we can travel,
so many things we can hear,
if only we stop and listen...
Copyright © | Year Posted 2009

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May 6, 2016 at 10:04 AM
Susanna Cooper, this is an awesome poem, thank you for sharing. ~SKAT~
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April 24, 2016 at 8:51 AM
Susanna Cooper, nicely penned. Glad to read your poem today. Luv *LINDA*
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December 22, 2009 at 11:10 AM
Congratulations on being a first round survivor and the best to you in the finals Susanna. I wish you the best in your writing endeavors in 2010 whatever they may be. Love, Carol
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December 21, 2009 at 10:12 PM
Dear Susanna, Congratulations on making it through the first round and best wishes on advancing to the finals. Lainie
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December 21, 2009 at 8:29 AM
Congrats on your poem winning the first round of PS contest!! Very well deserved, enjoyed reading your wonderful poetry. Here’s wishing you a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!! May 2010 be your best year ever! Love Light Patty
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December 20, 2009 at 9:47 AM
Many congratulations on reaching the second round with your fine poem >> James
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November 6, 2009 at 5:48 PM
Music certainly lightens a stressful mood. Thanks for sharing, and congratulations on featured poem. Sincerely, Love, Moses
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October 22, 2009 at 4:55 PM
Thank you for sharing this lovely poem, Susanna. Lainie
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October 21, 2009 at 11:15 AM
love this poem about nature and it is simple and beautiful well written.. Congrats....Rhonda Hero
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October 21, 2009 at 3:30 AM
Susanna, Congratulations on having your poem featured this week. It is always delightful to read beautiful poetry like this, about nature and our inner lives. Keep those words flowing. Big Smile, Dane Ann
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October 19, 2009 at 2:06 PM
Congratulations to you Susanna on your poem being featured this week You've finally gained the recognition that you probably didn't seek If you're like me you wrote your poem because your heart had something to say You thanked us for reading by writing good words, accept thanks in return today
Joseph Avatar
October 19, 2009 at 12:56 PM
congratulations on this original wonderful work of art. What would our lives be without music?
Fraser Avatar
October 19, 2009 at 10:26 AM
Congratulations on your wonderful poetry being featured this week >> James
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October 18, 2009 at 5:15 PM
Congratulations on your well deserved poetry being featured this week Susanna. Love, Carol
Brown Avatar
October 6, 2009 at 8:53 AM
I enjoyed reading your excellent poetry today Susanna. Thank you. Love, Carol
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October 5, 2009 at 3:20 PM
Nicely done. Imagination is the greatest nation on the earth. Sara
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