Bright souls terrify
the weak-minded
and weaker-hearted,
the too
self-blinded
to notice
glitter-shrouded gloom
which
senseless fear
illusions
into being;
but I
see you—
creative
and quiet,
shining
on the world.
- a very talented friend of mine was having a severe case of writer’s insecurity (mostly inspired by an envious idiot), so I wrote this poem to remind her that some of us admire and respect her work.
- for Poets and Storytellers United--Weekly Scribblings #88: Equinox. Also linked to the Writers’ Pantry #89: Ghost Walk.
I see you, Magaly!!! "Sooo creative and quite," I love it!! The illustration is great too.
ReplyDeleteI do hope your shoulder, and the whole works, are feeling better now.
Thank you for these nice prompts, I chose as you did.
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Thank you, Jim. My shoulder remains crappy, but I've been seeing physical therapy, pain management, and will soon see orthopedics. So, if I'm lucky, things will get better... eventually.
DeleteThat's lovely! And I expect the person concerned cherishes the (rare) fact of being seen.
ReplyDeleteI thinks she does. :-)
DeleteI really love your stitched blackout poems. Such a cool idea!
ReplyDeleteI think I had a bright soul once when I was young. There were a lot of people who were determined to snuff the spark right out. Now the only thing that can make it flare is outrage.
((puffs on the visible red coals))
DeleteWhat Priscilla said!
DeleteYou'd think the bright souls would be a source of hope, wouldn't you? But maybe it's just that they are a painful reminder of what could be, if the self-blinded just got over themselves.
ReplyDeleteLOL, also as an aside, creativity is rarely a quiet activity in my case. Just ask my husband. I mutter like Deku in My Hero Academia when I'm ruminating over a plot point. :D
I think we all have our quietly creative moments, particularly when we sit in a corner convinced that we can't create, thinking that it is best if no one else discovers that we are an impostor.
Delete"glitter-shrouded gloom" -- love it!
ReplyDeleteSo glad you do!
DeleteThat creative quiet person sounds like a good person to know. Lovely affectionate poem.
ReplyDeleteI think so, too.
DeleteWe need caring eyes to see and not be blinded by, another's true brillance.
ReplyDeleteHappy Wednesday
Much💖love
Very true.
DeleteI see you beautiful Lady ......
ReplyDeleteAnd I you.
DeleteI see you your beautifully creative soul <3
ReplyDeleteAnd I see you, Ash!
DeleteYour stithed black--outs are remarkable, as are you. "Glitter-shrouded gloom" Somehow you manage to find a glimmer in even the darkest moments. I see you, Magaly!
ReplyDeleteThank you, Bev. I see you too!
DeleteThat's a beautiful blackout. And it is an amazing gift to offer one, that of being seen and known. Understood and felt.
ReplyDeleteThank you. And I agree, to be seen, understood, and felt as we are is a wonder.
DeleteThank Goodness, for those who shine a spotlight on the creative and quiet. That's a very kind gesture Maga in encouraging your friend.
ReplyDeleteShe encourages me, too, so... it's a give and take. ;-)
Deletethis stitched blackout poem is awesome.
ReplyDeletewell, at least she knows, "you've got a friend".
That we do!
DeleteIn reassuring your friend, you have described yourself, Magaly....creative and quiet, shining on the world.
ReplyDeleteI agree Magaly
DeleteWell, thank you both then.
Deletei can relate, artists can be very sensitive (which make for great art, but a side effect can be a tortured soul, a hard line to walk, or even crawl) this was beautiful magaly... good medicine.
ReplyDeleteThank you, Philip. I am very glad you see it.
DeleteKnowing one is seen by someone you admire, or someone who admires you, is heart-warming and ... a gift. A gift one should always be thankful for.
ReplyDeleteI completely agree.
DeleteHow very well said. And how lovely you shine the light to make the glitter sparkle.
ReplyDeleteAnd how lovely that you shine it right back.
DeleteWhen you see someone, it shines a light upon them. May you continue with an illuminating sight, Magaly.
ReplyDeleteMay we all!
DeleteBeautiful ink. Sometimes bright souls terrify me, so I just crawl back into my blanket cave and poof...they are gone. But your brightness, it doesnt shine and blind one, it envelopes them in a warm glow that they wish to gravitate toward...again and again. I'm glad you're on the other end of my computer, Magaly. You make lots of my days bright.
ReplyDeleteAnd you, my friend, just made mine.
Delete"which senseless fear
ReplyDeleteillusions into being" That statement is so strong and true.
Unfounded fear has a lot to answer for.
DeleteThis is incredible. The type of art I love. Have a great day.
ReplyDeleteThank you. Same to you.
DeleteWhat a beautiful and thoughtful tribute to your friend...in words and imagery...gorgeous! I am sure you friend feels wondrous now. The black out art is exquisite !
ReplyDeleteIn truth, she has always been rather fantastic. It just took her a bit of time to see (and believe) what the rest of us saw in her.
Delete❤️🖤
ReplyDeleteExcellent! I love your art and I love your words! Big Hugs!
ReplyDeleteAnd I yours!
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