The poet wanted to write
a happy poem,
something summery.
But as soon as she wrote it down,
the words, misstated the season,
and cried in that reserved,
closed-mouth way, much like
Southern belles sometimes do.
The poem tried to hold
back the sobs, to submit
to whimsical metaphors.
But it was too besot by sadness,
to enthralled with winter.
The line shuttering.
Finding preservation in angst.
The poet resigned to
the poem’s fate
decides it’s better
to pull the blinds down,
cultivate the poem’s sickness,
reside inside blue.
Feed the pen the toxins.
Knowing the poem
doesn’t want the elixir.
It only finds artistry
in the pain.
-Tosha Michelle
Abstract art by Brat Inc aka Me.
And today its been…
The brat not only writes wonderful words, but also paints wonderful art. 🙂
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Thanks, Rob. xx
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The poet is not co-operating? Sounds like one requires a big hug? There is one flying your way as I type 🙂 Love the picture, and the song is pretty good one too, not heard of them before, smart video! Lets have your pain over here pls! Xx
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Thanks. I feel it! You always make me smile. Thank you for that.
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As long as you don’t cut off your ear, we’re cool. xy
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Ha-ha
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Please break that into lines…
And you have your happy poem!
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I did for you. I’m out though and on my phone. I’m not sure how well they lined up I will fix them when I am near my computer
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Fantastic poem, I find the same can be said about reading. I don’t often read things that make me happy, I read things I can relate to. Have a wonderful day! ~ Mia
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Well put, Mia. Thank you. xx
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You’re welcome.
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Whenever I try to write a happy poem, it suddenly turns as blue as ever… Maybe this is related to the fact that I leave hapiness for real life, and go to my dark side just when writing poetry (for short stories I am more into humour, irony and sarcasm)
A very powerful combination here, Tosha, powerful painting and words in an amazing combination of feelings. You are great, my friend!!
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I’m the same way. I always say I write the darkness, so I can live in the light. It sounds like you’re the same way. I really appreciate you reading and commenting. It’s always nice to hear from you.
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Best to follow the Muse. Wouldn’t want to make her mad!!
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Pretty much. She’s a real bitch. 🙂
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Really? Yeah, mine too!
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Haha. That;s what I like about you.
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The other day I had the thought of writing a happy poem. Wound up writing zero words in 30 minutes. Maybe another day. Great song, by the way!
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That;s about right. x 🙂
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The poetess just writes what her heart tells her to say. Same as this poet.
The poetess is wonderfully awesome and Her words are beautiful, no matter the sentiment.
❤
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Thanks, Eric. You are too. I;m so happy to know you.
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Same here, Ma’am. 🙂
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Every line you write hits home to the heart of us poets.
For you:
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haha. I hate that song sooo much, but I adore you.
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Sorry, I didn’t know what else to send you. oh! wait, maybe this will help. Tell me if this version sounds much better.
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hahaha Yes, much better. Love Weird Al
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Cool. Next time…I’ll send you a video that at least would make you laugh or feel. 🙂
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Thank you. I just have to read your wonderful poetry to feel
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awww… you are a star. 🙂
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So are you. This is such a love fest. Ha-ha
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A poets submission to winter. The summer of love will soon set you free and having you chasing butterflies as you frolic by the river… 🙂
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That’s a really beautiful thought and quite poetic. I feel like putting on a sundress and sandals now. xx
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Mmmm, thank you. I’m blushing and have a wonderful visual! 🙂
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Now I’m blushing. Take care of yourself and get well. We need your sensual musings and manly essence on our feeds.
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Sensual musings and manly essence, mmmm! I like that 🙂
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Waves to Michael. Hope you are fully recovered from the flu
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[I don’t know if I accidentally “sent” part of my comment already, but …] The poem leads the poet … and this poem (and art) is a wonderful leader indeed. Beautiful, Tosha! 🙂
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Thank you, Deb. xx
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‘Feed the pen the toxins……
👌
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🙂 xx
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You can only write what you feel and you do it so well, ya backwards thinking, lovely loon.
Tis funny how I started off with a want to write something in a certain way myself today and am being led somewhere completely different.
Fecking WP won’t let me like again, btw.
HOW RUDE!
Because I do likey.
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Thank you, you handsome halfwit. I guess we go where the muse takes us. WP is a jerk!
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We certainly do, you half-baked bombshell.
And yes it bloody well is!
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That’s the loveliest backhanded compliment I’ve ever received. Ha!Now go write something stunning.
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I aim to please and disgust in equal measure.
Have a god-awfully lovely day. X
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That’s how I feel every time I interact with you
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Then we are in concordance!
Good day?
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Pretty good. How was yours?
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Alright. Driving myself nuts with the synopsis and letter. Then went to’t gym and smashed a few personal bests.
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Look at you..all brawns no brains..I kid! I’m sure your synopsis and letter will be great.
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I was joking about personal bests! Haha
I just go for a laugh at the tosses who stare at themselves in the mirrors!
I do hope so. This is actually important! Odd, eh?
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You’ve got this. I’m sure of it.
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Bless ya. I do hope so.
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Rooting for you. Keep me posted. If I can help in anyway let me know.
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Fanks! Rewrite the lot!
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Let’s not get crazy. 😉
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Was just jesting!
I’ve never been so precise in my whole life! Seriously.
And I was a brain surgeon!
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You’re insane. Can you talk about the book on the show?
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Why not! There’s only three words in it. Is that okay?
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Are you being cheeky? Do you like how I talk all British around you. You have to read the “I Wish I Was A Poet In Paris” poen by the way
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You are too British for your own good. Be careful of such a talent! The MFI will be listening!
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I should teach you some Southern slang. For example. I’m a fixin to go wash my make up off. Or do y’all have soap over yonder?
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That’s a mighty fine piece of yard bird!
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Fiddlesticks
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Get off my Porsche! Or is that porch?
Your pavements are all gold, so I can only presume it’s Porsche.
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Ha-ha just watch out for the 22 dogs under it. What do a tornado, a divorce and a death mean in Alabama? Somebody’s losing a trailer Southern humor via southern stereotypes
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Boom-boom.
Do you get a lot of tornadoes where you are? I love weather!
I used to work in the North Sea and the extreme changes were the best bit!
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Not where I live. I did see one in Texas once. It was scary, but I get scared during thunder storms too. Don’t tell anyone but I’m kind of wus when it comes to certain things. I could still kick your ass though. Do you miss working there?
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Ya big softy!!
Love storms!
Ever since I saw lightning strike the rotary dryer in the garden and send it spinning off into the air!
Amazing!
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Yikes! My dad is like that. He likes to sit on the back porch and watch them… not me… I’d rather hide under the covers…
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Cry baby! Get thee under thy covers!
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Say that to my face bitch. You wanna go?? 😉
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You are quite aggressive. I suggest therapy.
I am a gentleman and do not hit women, but in your case…😝😉
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Ha-ha. I’m really quite docile. Actually. I’m a bit of both depending on my mood. Kindly, sir would you please make a video so your adoring public can make fun of your sorry British ass. Thank you from the bottom of my cold little heart.
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Bless. Lol
I will later. I’m just going through my three chapter: AGAIN!
And then gym
And then I will.
Kept let your snark suffer!
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Yay! I will let you get on with it Happy editing, boob building, and snark inspiring making. See you on the insulting side of the road. Bring your boxing gloves and forked tongue.
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just admire and feel the canvas of the painting and depths. i stay in awe and dig the soul of your mind and the many layers. much respect
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Thank you. Likewise!
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Haaaaaa, great poem. Love how you used the seasonal metaphor. Love the colours in the art, and I’m a fan of contemporary dance (have even danced a tad of it myself a few years back).
🙂
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Thank you. I bet you were good at it.
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Awwwww, i was ok. Not pro though. Thanks Tosha.
🙂 ❤
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You’re welcome xx
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❤
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I’ve been trying to write happy for days. Stuck in winter’s melancholy. Beautiful, loved that song as well!
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Thank you. I hope events in springtime soon
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Ah, yes, I’ve spent some time with those blinds down, giving in to the pull of the poem… so very well said!!
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Thank you!
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You are welcome.
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Me? Cheeky?!
Any other requests?
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Yes, make more videos. You crack me up Oh, you mean for the show, I’ll have to think about it.
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I will do some more. If I must. 😉
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2 more please. Your videos bring me so much joy. Or maybe, it’s the joy of making fun of you as I watch the videos. That’s it. Let’s not get it twisted I don’t want to offend any wives or girlfriends. Just think of me as one of the guys you f****** wanker.
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Just two? Not two and half?
I’m positive you won’t offend my wives or girlfriends.
I can’t help but think of one of the guys after the erection incident!
You g****** h******
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Ha-ha. Now you owe me three for being cheeky. I’d love to stay and take the piss our of you all day but I have an appointment. I’m important like that. It’s with my parole officer. ha-ha. I have to see the Dr about an STD ..still kidding… I do have to see the Dr though ..still not feeling well. Meh. Until next time, my turkey basting, giblet goblin, litter eating, creep of a new guy pal. Goodbye.
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Nooooooo!! What will I do all day?! I’ll actually rehydrate!
Get your STD sorted tomorrow.
Kidding. Go he better. Then you can rip the shit out of me once more.
Hope you feel better, chick-a-Dee.
You septic sipping, mucus munching, seven-toes lunatic!!
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I’m waiting to be seen. Exciting times. I hope you’re out pumping up your man boobs. Oh and drink up. You’re going need your energy for when I am well and in full snark mode, you foul mouth, reality TV watching, socks with sandals wearing, man whore
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Now that’s really below the belt! Reality watching!!?
Now you’ve really hurt my feelings!! 😉
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You friggin cry baby. I know you’re really Kim Karxashian in disguise. The ass. Sorry the arse gave it away.
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Karxashian?!
How dare you!! I’m Kardashian!
And I shall follow in my step-father’s high-heeled boots! You just see if I don’t. Heartless Trump lover!
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OK. Christina. Work what your daddy gave you. Anyway stop your yakking and go make my videos. I need some new material to feed my snark. Also, bad news, the Dr says I’m going to live
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Noooooooooooo! I’m sorry for you!
I know who you want to remain a rotting zombie.
We’ll work together and get you back to your usual fetid status. Worry not.
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Thank you. So many brains I want to eat. I’ll start with yours.
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Mine would like an amused bush, or some such French appetiser!
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Ha-ha More like a stick of gum
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Uruk!
This might seem weird, but gum makes me wretch. Even to merely watch someone chew it makes me gip!
Maybe it’s because my brain is gum and it seems morally wrong to chew it!
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That’s a strange quirk. Note to self, send gum chewing bandits to the Brit’s house. Later dude xx
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Oh wait. You would actually have to have a brain
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Just answered that!! Lol
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Aw, the Southern Belle reference was a big tease. Love it. An awesome read.
Feed the pen the toxins.
Knowing the poem
doesn’t want the elixir.
It only finds artistry
in the pain.
Brilliant. What else can I expect from this shining star of the South.
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Aren’t you the sweetest thing since my granny’ s peach cobbler. Plus, you think I’m tough. I don’t get that adjective a lot. You rock.
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LOL You don’t give the impression of being a push over. 100% woman, but not a doormat.
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Thank you. I tend to bring out the protective side in people it’s my small stature and tiny voice ha-ha. You’re right though, I’ve learned to stand up for myself and speak my mind. I’m a lot happier for it.
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You’re short too. You get more fascinating everyday. I get the impression you are tough.
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Yes, little but mighty ha!
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We all write from different places although for some the sadness is what let’s their creative juices flow freely. Perhaps also because sadness is so associated with poetry in general because one thinks of poets as being dark, somber people walking around with hazy thoughts of love and death in their minds.
I really love your poem, it is so telling about how the muse has a mind of her own and that one can only follow in order to be in sync.
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Thank you. You’re always so eloquent. I have a show at 2. Talk more later
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Yes I saw Annie. Will be listening in if I can make it work again
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Thank you. She’s a gem when she’s not being a pain in the ass. Haha
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Ah ah ah. I’ve never seen the pain in the ass side to her so that is fine with me 😀
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😉 xx
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Even when I try to write a sad it somehow turns out to be sad… this resonates with me
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Sadness moves us. I guess xx
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Oh God I guess I mis-typed… I meant to say every happy poem turn out sad
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I understood what you meant 😉
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Sadness always hits harder than joy
There is a certain beauty in pain
Loss always feels more real than gain
Darkness has it’s twisted attraction
It seduces the things it wants to destroy
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Very very true
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Of course. Thank you xo
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Thank you so much! I really appreciate it. Check out the poem i wrote ! sorry i’m just 13. I just feel like i an express myself through writing. Thank you so much for replying!!
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You’re in good company.
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