A Writing Prompt

My Muse Whispers to Me

What Does Poetry Whisper to You?

I listen longingly at night, every murmur lights my soul. A whisper or a breath of air could be my muse’s call.

She whispers, “It is time, my friend - arise and take your pen. I know the midnight hour is here, but your writing must begin.

There’s poetry that must be writ’ and words to pass along, to motivate, teach, and inspire, like the lyrics of a song.”

Never should I shun these words my wise muse whispers me. The rhymes and poetry I pen are gifts bestowed, you see.

When all the World’s in conflict, and tragedies befall, my muse summons me from sleep, and I must heed the call.

Or if a friend is troubled, and for answers they’re in need, a hand rests on my shoulder, and poetic words are freed.

2023 © John Hansen: All rights reserved. Australian writer

Inspiration for this Poem

This poem is my first for November, and written in response to the original prompt by Jason Edmunds “What does poetry whisper you?” I was also tagged by Logophobic who requested I pen a response as well.

Tagging

I would love to see poems in response to this prompt from the following people. If you feel inspired to participate (no pressure.)

Brenda Arledge, Adrian CDTPPW, Harry Hogg, Block Wife, A Shayens Abran, Misbah Sheikh, Britt H., Bella of Thoughtsnlifeblog, Nancy Oglesby, Carolyn Hastings, Carolina Smith, Dr John Frederick Rose, John Welford.