pardon me, is this seat taken?
I’m here to meet some friends
maybe you might have seen them
they could be carrying pens
I think everybody got an invitation
but I’m not sure how many came
no, it’s not a formal occasion
some maybe haven’t found their way
we normally meet around the bonfire
tonight we had to change our plans
we just had to move the party inside
it’s the weather, you understand
I’m a Midwest girl, you know
I recognize a storm when it’s brewing
and this one’s going to be a bad blow
wait…did you want me to describe them?
oh…I guess I could give it a shot
the duo keeping a close eye on all the guests…
that’s our fearless leaders…Sam and Fie-ya
they try to keep us all…mostly…together
but they can light fires with their lines
Damian, PAR and Keith…whatever they’re discussing…
I’m sure it’s an interesting debate
there’s a lot of topics they could cover
all of them can carry their poetic weight
Peter might be writing or reading
fantasy, erotica or introspection…
it could be any subject, really
he’s not a one note kinda situation
and then there’s the lovely Brenda
she has a heart the size of the ocean
she’s genuine with no hidden agenda
sharing emotions that happen to roll in
yes, we’re an eclectic bunch of souls
far more than the handful I can mention
there’s the very prolific Adagio
with his Poe-esque expressions
you absolutely need to meet PoetSpeak
a comment from him is like the Holy Grail
Big Like may be all we really need
that phrase is a platinum appraisal
Thomas takes us all on a journey
and we’re always happy to ride along
he knows the art of telling a good story
his simplicity is unexpectedly profound
Styxian and Adelphina are the lovebirds
but don’t let their sweet-talk fool you
there’s a wealth of depth within their words
you can call it a kinda magic with those two
well, I really should be going
I’m sorry…did you ask me who I am?
oh…well, my name is Willow
just happy to be part of the clan
BIG LIKE !!!
I think about writing
Then I don’t
You inspire me Willow
Maybe I’ll jam a poem in sometime
The advertising on here turns me off
Sorry Fia
I’m just a rebel from another time
Keep on Rocking
and
Thanks for the nod
The Sheriff lives ….
The Sheriff will always live! We had some good years…and they ain’t done yet! 🙌
This is so cool. I enjoyed this.
Thank you so much, Fia! 😊
Thank you Willow for mentioning me and other regulars in this delightful piece.
Made me feel like part of a learned,diverse and decent community.
💋
Community is everything these days. Your comment about being a coffee companion sparked the inspiration for this one. 😊
Hi Willow! I love how this opens and how you see all of us here on the site.
It was a nice reminder for me since I’ve been locked away for the past year writing.
Plus another reminder of where my writing flourished.
It was beside you and everyone you mentioned plus a few others:)
I wish I was on more but please know you and everyone here are always in my thoughts.
You also made Mark’s morning! I got a text telling me about this write!!
Thank you for such a lovely description:)
Right back at ya chica. You are magnificent!
I feel like the world has become increasingly dark of late and if we don’t celebrate each other and our community, we really miss an opportunity. There were a lot I couldn’t fit in here but I didn’t want to create an epic, so I stuck with the core I interact with most frequently. Do your thing, girl. The community will still be here when you have breathing room 😊
Awwwww! It’s always nice to be acknowledged for some good that we do. And yeah, me and Del may be lovebirds, but we love to write as well.
This is such a snazzy write! I do like the community aspect of the place, for those who actually take part! Like you!
Felt like introducing my community to a stranger, writing this one. That’s how inspiration seems to hit when we trigger a write in each other, the way Peter’s comment inspired this one. We gotta lift each other up! 😊
Amazingly penned, Willow. Wow.. You’ve written an anthem for the site, and a soundtrack for this community of writers that aren’t afraid to wield their pens and share their journeys. Walking these halls is an honor, and I’m grateful for this community and our creative family that gathers around the bonfire from time to time. Excellent lyrics and an amazing musical arrangement as always. I’m assuming this one goes on the “Bonfire” album? You know I want this one.. Appreciate you, Sis.
Damian
I had a lot of fun with this one while I was sick. It just kept growing because there are so many I wanted to mention. One comment about morning coffee and we celebrate each other and the site. It’s definitely on the album. I’ve already sent it your way, bro. See you at the next bonfire! 😊
OMG… thank you Willow.. I didn’t know I can light fires… well, maybe little ones… but I am honored to be part of this amazing group. Don’t worry I will try to keep an eye on you.. well, especially you …
A fire is only little because of the space and oxygen allowed. And a spark can become an Inferno without warning. We need the heat as winter approaches. Your last line cracked me up. I’ll try not to give you too much trouble 😊😂