docmaverick

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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"!

About This Poem

Style/Type: Structured: Western

Review Request Intensity: I want the raw truth, feel free to knock me on my back

Editing Stage: Editing - polished draft

About the Author

Region, Country: The High Desert, in the wild west, southern California, U.S. of A.., USA

Favorite Poets: Keates, Poe, Dickinson, and Dr. Seuss. There are a smattering of others, but why bother listing 'em all, ya know?, I also rely on a few of our poets, here....for advice, and what not. I couldn't possibly explain what a fountain of live, effective knowledge we have...right here in our midst ! To catch a glimmer of brilliance, merely visit: the Stream.

Comments

Candlewitch

13 years 3 months ago

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

docmaverick

13 years 3 months ago

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.

AmmaKonadu

13 years 3 months ago

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

13 years 3 months ago

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.

Linda Moses

13 years 2 months ago

now,Doc

you do have the gift of gab. I really enjoyed the playfulness of the piece.

Linda

Ian.T

13 years 2 months ago

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