Poetry Speaks: Painting
Freewrite Prompt: Paint
The grotesque depiction of life
A mother, an infant, a child, a rebel
A criminal, a judge, a saint, an elder
Demanding sustained attention
Then drifts into peaceful sleep, angelic!
A mother's heart melts with joy
No fret, no worry, carefree
Under the watchful eye
The child feels safe-- is safe
The thrill, the surge of ecstasy
One too many times experienced
The price, I now shall pay
Climb above the reeking pit
Bathe in pure spring water
Renewed, a testament to forgiveness
Aged arms opened wide
Nothing to hide
I tell my story one more time
The grotesque depiction of life
A mother, an infant, a child, a rebel
A criminal, a judge, a saint, an elder
Finally laid to rest
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I don't know how I ended up with this poem. I might've strayed a bit from the prompt. :D
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Really enjoyed this and it related so well to the image. Lots of atmospheric touches with excellent word economy. Great job!
cheers
Anj :)
Thank you. :)
very cool! I don't think it strays far from the painting at all :D
If you're looking for some more writing inspiration, I posted a small contest on Sunday where the goal is to write a short story based on a drawing - If you're into that sort of thing or know anyone else who might be please spread the word!
Awesome. I'll check it out. I'm not sure if I will have the time but i'll try my best. :)
No worries if not! Regardless, I like the poem you posted :D
What a cool painting!! And you were right on target!!
Yeah, I didn't know what to write till I saw this work of art.
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