April is National Poetry Month. It’s been many moons since I last wrote a poem, but I found one I wrote years ago. It’s one of my favorites, so I thought I’d share it with you.
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The Dance
I danced as a babe
in lullaby dreams
Danced with lightning bugs
in the stars’ bright beams
I danced in the cold
with a man of snow
Danced in the splendor
of my first rainbow
I danced in my skates
through the crispy breeze
Danced like a mermaid
in the salty seas
I danced with desire
watching birds in flight
And danced and romanced
as he held me tight
Danced to the music
of the moonsong’s spell
Danced to the chimes
of the wedding bell
I danced with my hips
where all life begins
Danced as my babies
grew and danced within
Danced with my children
filled with giggling glee
Danced in the sunset
as I set them free
Danced in the fragrance
of the garden rose
Danced in dewdrop grass
on my tippy-toes
The dance lamented
through voids of despair
Till the dance of hope
wiped away each tear
Danced in the moment
of epiphany
Won’t you join
in the dance with me?
~Lynn Kelley
Do you write poetry? Do you have a favorite poem?
Bestie! That’s really, really, really good. Love it. That ending is perfect! The repetition really adds to the poem too. I love the meaning. Do you know it, you’re a poet. *wink* Thought I’d change that up a little for ya. I’m learning rhyme and poetry. Thanks to our Catherine and RhymPiBoMo. Robert Frost is my all time favorite poet. Next is Edgar Allen Poe. My favorite Frost poem is not the same Frost Poem everyone loves best. It is An Old Man’s Winter Night. Great post, bestie!
Whenever I need a pick-me-up, I know who to come to. You’re always so enthusiastic, and it’s contagious! You’ll have to share some of your poems with me. I do know that poetry does help our writing, so good for you doing RhymPiBoMo. You are so motivated and I’m super impressed. Yes, Catherine is a big inspiration when it comes to poetry. So gifted!
Such a joyous and lovely poem, Lynn! Like Robyn, I’m learning poetry too (well, sort of re-learning)…from Renee LaTulippe, who is an absolute pro! Her class is totally awesome. 🙂
Well, I need to dance off to bed now…thanks for sharing your poem!
Teresa – You’re another one who’s highly motivated and learning so much from the awesome classes you’ve enrolled in. You, too, have got to share some of your poems with us!
Dancing off to bed now! I love that! Thanks for stopping in!
It’s beautiful, Lynn.
Thanks so much, Steve!
That’s beautiful, Lynn! I love it!
Aw, thank you, Kristy!
That’s a really beautiful poem, Lynn. I love the way you weave the circle of life into your dance. I’ll come dance with you! Why not 🙂
Thanks, Alarna. Yay, I’m so glad you’ll come dance with me!
Yes I would love to dance with you Lynn! Beautiful poem for the month!
Susie – I know you love to dance as much as I do, so it will be great fun next WANA get-together, we’ll get our groove on! Haha!
I’m a lousy poet.
You captured childhood well!
Alex – You’re a great author, and writing poetry isn’t for everyone. Thank you. I’m glad you think I captured childhood in my poem!
That’s beautiful, Lyn. I used to write poetry. Occasionally I still do, but it’s rare as my brain really has to be free of all inhibitions and weight. I think it’s the crazy schedule we’re keeping where there’s never enough time. This was my favorite part:
“Danced with lightning bugs
in the stars’ bright beams”
Awesome!
Crystal – Thank you. I love getting your input as to your favorite part. My reasons for not writing poetry anymore are pretty much the same as yours. Maybe someday we’ll get back into poetry…
You’re multi-talented, Lynn! An absolutely crisp and delightful selection of words. Love it!
Thanks so much, Yvette!
That’s beautiful, Lynn! I’m not very good at writing poetry, but I attempt it every once in a while. 🙂
Thank you, Rhonda. I seldom write poetry anymore. I should make time for it, but figuring out how to “make time” is the problem!
What a funtastic poem! I love all the moments of dancing- through so many of life’s joys. 🙂 Thanks for sharing it. I do enjoy writing poetry and love so many different poems.
Thank you, Jess. I can tell you write poetry just by the way you worded your comment. You’re natural!
Lovely! I started out writing poetry. It’s more of a private journal though. Hmm. Favorite poem…Eldorado by Edgar Allen Poe and Pablo Neruda’s Extravagaria–yup the entire book.
I haven’t heard of Extravagaria, but if you read the whole book, it must be packed with great poems. Thanks for sharing. I’ll have to look for it.
Beautiful, Lynn!
Thank you, Catherine, queen of poems! 🙂
Beautiful cadence, Lynn. It flows off my tongue and into the air, the words taking flight. So much insight and candor, showing the most glorious progression of life. My poetry if pathetic. I really enjoy reading the work of others.
Wow, Debra, you sure made my day! I find it hard to believe your poetry is pathetic. Not with the way you write. Thanks so much for stopping by!
A biography in poetry! So beautifully done, Lynn. I especially loved your first stanza.
Thanks so much, Lee! I never thought of it as a biography in poetry, but you’re right, it is! 🙂
What a beautiful poem, Lynn. Glad you decided to share it here =)
Aw, thank you, Ruth!
Such a lovely poem, Lynn! The line that speaks to me, danced in the sunset as I set them free. Awesome.
Thank you, Coleen. Yes, I can see how that line speaks to you. You’re at that point in your life, and it brings so many emotions, doesn’t it?
This was so lovely to read through. So full of life and hope.
Thanks so much, Nas. I’m glad you enjoyed it.
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