my muse of yesteryear

artwork by francis picabia

i've spent too many words

more than i should have

sensual stanzas clothed me once

now stripped of all thoughts

i just sing old lyrics

pausing mid song

to smile and lick my lips

remembering you

my muse of yesteryear

Reviews

[Einstein Noodle]

;) ............ how deliciously we spend ourselves on the blank screen and papers ....... and look at what you created instead of laying idle ... i have such a contented smile on my face in your ".... muse of yesteryear" ...just look at how you have kept it alive :)))))))))))))))))
E.

[Lydia Shutter]

When a poet has nothing to write about, she or he must write about not writing! :) Thank you, E. Have a great day. Lydi**

[Einstein Noodle]

and truly you have done it so very well :)

[Lydia Shutter]

You are a sweetheart, E. Enjoy your day. Lydi**

[Paul Bell]

Making love to a blank page.
Recalling thoughts of yesteryear.
It's a bloody cruel world out there.
There really should be a button to rectify this.
Just an hour would do. What do you think.

[Lydia Shutter]

Perhaps a bit longer than an hour....but it would be wonderful to turn back time, Paul. Let me know if you figure out how to do that! :) Thanks for the review. Lydi**

[Paul Bell]

I'm on it.

[DIVYA]

The yesteryear muse was brighter, more vivid, more colourful. Our palettes were richer, our verses passion-filled. Now a barer scape and the yearning for that magic our pens yielded with such flourish, so brilliantly captured here. Appreciated so much, dear Lydi.

[Lydia Shutter]

Thank you, Divya....as we age, our muses morph! Lydi**

[DIVYA]

Indeed Lydi. You’re most welcome 💕

[Sami Khalil]

Gorgeous painting and reflection. I love those kind of muses for they bring back many valuable moments. It is like fuel of the imagination. Short but powerful lines that are celebrated.

[Lydia Shutter]

Knew you would notice the art since the artwork you choose to accompany your words is always great. Thanks for the review, Sami. Lydi**

[Onlyme]

Fond reminds of yesteryears and times we cherished and held close. Wonderful comforting and sensual.

[Lydia Shutter]

Thank you, Dawn. Lydi**

[Phill Oz O'fee]

Sometimes our personified force appears allusive and once in awhile this source of inspiration needs a rest period before up-cycling, recharging and rebooting imagination and creativity. Looks like your ‘Mojo’ has awakened with this neat little piece of writing – nice... :-)

[Lydia Shutter]

What a lovely review, Phill. Thank you. Lydi**

[Ken Simm.]

I know exactly what you mean here Lydi. We do hope that our musings mean something. Especially to ourselves. Excellent work.

[Lydia Shutter]

Exactly, Ken. Thanks so much. Lydi**

[Chris Shaw]

Yesteryear muses. You have sent me on a little journey and I am remembering some delicious moments. I thank you for that Lydi**. Isn't it wonderful how old song lyrics can take you back. Sometimes I just want to kick my shoes off and dance again like I used to many years ago. You have put a smile on my face with your lovely lines.

Chris

[Lydia Shutter]

Keep smiling, Chris....why not? Life is too short to do anything else! Thanks so much for your review. Lydi**

[Coyote Poetry]

Those yesterday muses. Always close to our heart. Thank you Lydia for sharing the amazing poetry.
Coyote

[Lydia Shutter]

Yes, they are. Thanks, John. Lydi**

[Coyote Poetry]

You are welcome dear Lydia.

[Patricia Wedel]

Euterpe in Greek mythogy would be proud of you... the lyrical dancing with thoughts of your muse of yesteryear... tears of sweet sounds.
truly, Pat

[Lydia Shutter]

WOW, Pat, she is the muse of lyrical poetry....this one is not my best, but the fact you mentioned her in your review makes me feel so good. Thank you, my friend. I like your new icon! Lydi**