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Shadow Dancing
One thing I've been admired for
is my ability to create
a partnership with my body,
and my shadow that's purely, great!
I jest not, as I document
for those who have not seen
for instance, like St. Patrick's Day
when my shadow shows up, green!
I've been known to mix it up, a bit
but when playing music at a "gig",
I'm forced to leave my shadow at home
because his "dancing" causes patrons to "wig"!
Other than that, we're usually quite attached
at the wrist, ankle, and knee;
you can ask folks from all around,
they all marvel at my ability!
When I "zig", or "zag", he keeps in step
without complaining, or making a sound;
but, it gets downright embarrassing
when his shadow dancing gets me, "clowned"!
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Structured: Western
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I want the raw truth, feel free to knock me on my back
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The High Desert, in the wild west, southern California, U.S. of A..
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Candlewitch
Tue, 2012-04-10 11:19
Dear Doc,
Your title drew me in! I love the thought of a shadow dancer! Good flow and imagery. I liked these lines especially:
I've been known to mix it up, a bit
but when playing music at a "gig",
I'm forced to leave my shadow at home
because his "dancing" causes patrons to "wig"!
I have no suggestions, just appreciation for the work.
always, Cat
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docmaverick
Tue, 2012-04-10 23:25
I'm thrilled, my lovely, "Cat-Witch"....
...that my title DID, catch your eye! How wonderful you are to appreciate my "silliness"! You are simply, delightful!
Sincerely,
doc.
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author commentAmmaKonadu
Tue, 2012-04-10 12:21
Hi!
i felt like i could dance to the rhythm myself! Good rhythm in the read, i tell you!
Good humored piece that lightens ones mood....the thought of leaving your shadow at home! LOL
Thanks!
docmaverick
Tue, 2012-04-10 23:32
Dearest, AmmKonadu....
...thanx swooo very much, for both reading my nonsensable poetry....AND for leaving me such a joyful comment!
I believe you, Amma...to be a brilliant diamond to my eye!
Sincerely,
docmaverick.
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author commentLinda Moses
Tue, 2012-05-08 20:27
now,Doc
you do have the gift of gab. I really enjoyed the playfulness of the piece.
Linda
He who conquers self , has won a great battle
Ian.T
Wed, 2012-05-09 03:46
Doc
Reminded me of when I was a lad and saw a man shadow boxing out in the sunshine, am not sure who would win but my money would be on the shadow as it would never get tired..
Great write as usual, Yours Ian.T
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