Muse (by Dianne Borsenik)
Dianne Borsenik 20 July 2008 at the Huron Boat Basin
[photo by Jesus Crisis]
MUSE
She has been with you again,
I can tell.
You have that furtive look
about you, and you have the smell
of ink on your breath.
I know that she has taken you
by your thin white wrist,
and caressed the fine hair
that furs your arm. I imagine
her guiding your hand
to her lap, you touching her,
her touching you. I close my eyes, and I can see
her moving closer to you, whispering
in your ear, her exhalations
hot on your stubbled cheek.
you took her
in your arms, opened your lips
for her kiss; I know you let her
explore your teeth, the roof of your
mouth, your tongue.
And I am quite certain
that when you wake up
in the morning, the indentation
of her wanton form
will be reflected in the crumpled sheets
of your poetry
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poem (c) 2008 by Dianne Borsenik
used with the poet's permission
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Posted by Jesus Crisis at 8/18/2008 1:59 PM 
Categories: Cleveland, Borsenik (Dianne), 2000s, Writing, American
Categories: Cleveland, Borsenik (Dianne), 2000s, Writing, American
it's about time you posted one on her poems here. And a fine one you've choosen.
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Thanks, Chris! I've been meaning to do so for some time.
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And thank you so very much, JC-- I am aware of, and appreciate the honor of, being a part of your Online Library! ^:)^
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Thank you, Chris!
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dianne, this is one the best descriptions of a muse i've ever read before. what ones relationship can be with like one, what it can be like when someone else is the muse, and mostly what it's like for the muse to the other person.
fabulous!
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Thank you so much, mb! I've tried writing about my Muse before, but I guess this She-Muse wanted her story told, lol!
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isn't that just like a woman? hee hee!
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I always love Dianne's poetry. With her choice of the perfect words to paint such a vivid picture and feelings.
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I appreciate your comment so very much, Susan!
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This is so cool! Good poem, Dianne!
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Thank you!
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