Being legally blind means that I gather much imformation from what I hear and that is also a source of inspiration for me as I paint with words what I hear. When I find myself in the quiet I sometimes wonder what 'picture' I am not hearing....I hope you enjoy...
Time's Brush
in the absolute stillness there lies a darkness, a quiet shadow that lingers in sadness, colorless moments
void of sound, no whispered wind or off-key lullaby to paint the sky with stars, no arias of sunset
or hymns of morning to blush the sun and color the moon ... in this profound silence I lay time's brush against my soul and I wait ...
I wait for the music that lights the darkness and paints the stars and I wait for the songs that fill the brush of my imagination...
Myrna,my talented and sweet friend, you cannot realize how broadly you've painted with your brush in this offering! It is a rare and brief classic that introduces persons who "see," to the quieter world of blind individuals who 'read' much through sound.
How lovely and loving of persons in your life, are the pictures from your poem. From this moment, all who know you through your excellent writing are lifted to another level of understanding. We thank you, and will try harder to make our "proper sounds" for you and your work for us to enjoy.
I didn't know you were legally blind...when one sense is dulled, the others are enhanced. Your poetic muse paints a beautiful picture on my ears...well done.
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Be safe,
Karen
Colorless moments, voice of sound. What level of expression you have, my dear.
As always - a beauty.
love and kisses,
Kathy
P.S.
I just read all your accomplishments and awards once more and those to come. You are one deserving poet.
Fee
How lovely and loving of persons in your life, are the pictures from your poem. From this moment, all who know you through your excellent writing are lifted to another level of understanding. We thank you, and will try harder to make our "proper sounds" for you and your work for us to enjoy.
Admiringly, - Bill
I didn't know you were legally blind...when one sense is dulled, the others are enhanced. Your poetic muse paints a beautiful picture on my ears...well done.
(((HUGS))) and love, Karla.