Signing Out

Neville

Signing Out

 

There once was a time

when I used

to spend hours simply

writing me ..

With such subtle strokes

and those

elaborate lines, not to

mention a few

well-placed curves

here and there and the

occasional flurry ..

Which no doubt, made her

fall so very much, if not

madly in love with me ..

It was though

the dotting of I’s and the

lavish crossing

of so many T’s that finally

broke the poet in me ..

So much so in fact, I now

hardly even recognise myself ..

 

  • Author: Neville (Offline Offline)
  • Published: December 20th, 2021 14:15
  • Comment from author about the poem: I fear my muse has forsaken me ................ under such circumstances, I want to wish all my friends here & those that frequent or merely visit MPS from time to time a splendid Christmas & a very happy n healthy New Year ... (& particularly for those of you who are presently unwell, unhappy or in some way suffering) my embu this evening is entirely for you ......................................................................................... Neville :)
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Comments10

  • Violet bluebell( used to be yellow rose)

    A good writing , Neville .. I like how you have expressed yourself .

    sometimes we feel like we have lost a talent or come to the end of something … but maybe we just lose the inspiration to write . It may still be there within us , we just have to somehow find it again . Sadness happens and we feel like something changes in us

    Thanks for your kind words in your comments

    And happy Christmas to you too ))

    • Neville


      what an absolutely lovely and insightful review note you have left for me yellowrose .. many thanks my literary friend .................. may peace & all good things smile down on your & your loved ones 🙂

    • orchidee

      It's my fault! I was singing on this site. It killed off the muse. How can anyone be inspired if I'm singing?! lol.
      We recognise ya. More poems soon, plz. 🙂

      • Neville



        Blimey Mr. O .. I almost missed ya ..................................... we shall have to wait n see, da muse is on her holideee ................ in the meantime though, have a super Christmas & a bloomin happy n safe new year .......................................................... Neville 🙂

      • dusk arising

        I had a visit from my muse last evening which was so refreshing. She's been away for far too long. Will she stay? I know not.

        Your's on the other hand is playing games with us. Clearly from your excellent post today she is present and correct..... with her usual tease.

        • Violet bluebell( used to be yellow rose)

          I agree , dusk … I think Neville’s muse is present .

          • Neville



            Yet every word he writes he means ... well almost always, mostly ... maybe .. perhaps 🙂 .. Seasons best my very dear friend .. fingers well n truly crossed for a MUCH better next year ... Neville

          • Fay Slimm.

            How could a muse forsake thee who weaves words so endearingly wrapped for the pleasure of readers - - be not broken by dottings and crossing of T's dearling friend for she who fell madly in love with your kind of wordlings will badly miss inspiring romantic lines of intrigue that only you write - - after a wee while of rest methinks her allure will infuse your scribing again for believe me she will allow no signing out permanently for a poet with such rich artistic talent...............x

            • Neville



              As always, you are far too bloomin kind our Fay ... but always appreciated & far more than I can say .. work is picking up .. but then I guess, its that time of year .. maybe I just need a breather, or a holiday ... whatever the case, I need some time to refill my old pen .......... Take care .. Peace, love & Respect ..................................................................................... Neville 🙂 x

            • Rozina

              It’s all there! It’s holiday season during Christmas. Have a safe and Merry Christmas.

              • Neville



                Many thanks indeed & in every respect, back at 'cha Rozina .. Oh' and a FAB 2022 .. .............. Neville 🙂

              • spilleronsheet

                It’s hard to say that your muse is gone
                Who can stay to hide the shine from sun
                So who can stop praising the words you weave
                A man with less words but so much emotions
                Where each word is engulfed with waves of emotions and feels
                But yes often I wonder if the muse is gone, what shall happen to me
                For so long it wasn’t there
                Now if it goes I can’t seem to find purpose then
                Your poetry never lacks the gleam
                The sheen you carry with your pen
                The mightier it is
                Your poetry always a treasure dear Neville

                • Neville


                  first of all, I must say that as grateful as I am for your splendid review .. in my very own opinion, your review is far more poetic and betterer than the words it is aimed at .. but a direct hit & muchly appreciated it is too & truly ................ thanking you BIG with a correspondingly BIG smile spilleronsheet ... Have a splendid Xmas & a happy, safe and successful new year ............ N x

                  • spilleronsheet

                    And these wishes to count as treasure
                    Maybe the year which took a lot from me
                    Maybe the next year I shall sail if wish such precious wishes I hold
                    Thanks a lot dear Neville

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                  • Coyote

                    Do not fret my friend, the muse wanders but never goes too far. It does like to return at the most inconvenient of times though. Excellent write🙂

                    • Neville



                      thank you kindly and truly tooly dear Coyote .. many thanks & seasonal best wishes to you and your pack ........................................... N 🙂

                    • Goldfinch60

                      Fine words Neville, your Muse is only having a nap and will awake very soon.

                      Andy

                      • Neville



                        refreshingly reassuring my most golden & optimistic of friends .............. take care sir & have a brill Christmas & a happy, healthy, safe & productive 2022 .............. N 🙂

                      • L. B. Mek

                        Poesy, our beloved
                        'what's in a muse
                        but for a flicker, lullaby
                        from wings, of a butterfly'
                        sincerity's inked words
                        have a tendency to fly...
                        (simply Brilliant, dear Poet
                        I think I break-up with my muse
                        every afternoon, and wake-up
                        at 3am, under that judgemental
                        moonlight gaze
                        to make-up, scribbling
                        like it's my very fist time...)

                        • Neville



                          if you ever write a book .. on whatever subject, I shall buy a couple of copies honest .. cheers dear friend n poet ................... Oh' n seasonal bests of everything you are most desirous of ... including the obvious of course and a splendid 2022 .................................................. Neville

                        • Garth Rakumakoe

                          A carving out of the self. This leaves a mark on any reader/writer. When one has come into their own and became their own writing perhaps? Very deep, very profound sir.

                          • Neville



                            I am so glad you see it that way Garth .. Many thanks my friend ... Stay safe & stay well sir ......... N



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