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why do i dream
of a lion roaming
free in my home
mane thick as desert sand
eyes of liquid gold
soft steps, intent unknown
yes i left the doors open
broke the leash
lifted my face to the lightning
that is why i dream
of a lion roaming
free in my home
© 2011 Padmavani Karkera
This post is in response to a photo prompt on www.abbeyofthehearts.com based on the image above and on the theme 'fierceness and courage'.
Really great take on the photo prompt. I especially like "eyes of liquid gold." And the transformation of the narrator is palpable. Thanks for sharing!
ReplyDeleteComing from you Ami, I value your feedback very highly. I visited your site... and simply put I love the voice in your writing, strong no-nonsense with hints of softness just when one needs it.
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Padmavani
this is lovely Padmavani-- really strong and clear! Brava! Join us on the childhood poem challenge on Poets on She Writes~ xxxj
ReplyDeleteI love your poem Padmavani, thank you so much for participating at the Abbey!
ReplyDeletefabulous write...i like the crossover that happens in the third stanza...nice one shot
ReplyDeleteAppreciate your letting me know Brain :) Thank you! Noticed to have a theme thursday on... I am looking forward to attempting next weeks :)
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Great use of both metaphor and prompt. I agree that is a very nice crossover as Brian mentions. Cheers
ReplyDeleteA fun poem. Well crafted.
ReplyDeleteBrian, my apologies for spelling your name wrong!!
ReplyDeleteDustus thank you! I enjoyed your villanelle 'Our dreams can be' I must try writing one...
Old Ollie, I loved your poem 'Just a temp'. Look forward to reading more.
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Padmavani - what a great poem. Love the lines that offer the first hesitant step towards freedom, followed by a forceful break: i left the doors open/broke the leash
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