~The Unexpected Gift~

Torn asunder from her slumber
In the hour of half past three…
The child knew the tyrannical regime
And followed instinctively.
(removed for pending publication)

Copyright 2008
The Muse

This Was My Submission As The Guest Writer At Zany Life & Crazy Faith


Comments (34) »

  • Miriam says:

    I’m looking forward to reading your latest work!

    Miriam

  • White Iris Designs says:

    You know I will be there! xo ;)

  • LisaLisa says:

    Yes!!! Can’t wait to see more looking forward to reading more of your wonderful work!

  • papercages says:

    I look forward to reading it.

  • KellyKim says:

    I thought was out already? Muse…
    Hopefully will see your new writing soon! Thanks for letting me know :)

    Yours sincerely,
    Kelly

  • petit says:

    Can’t wait to read your latest work Muse!

  • Lady Lynn's Boutique says:

    Oh my goodness, I have tears flowing down my cheeks! Beautiful and so heart warming. Thank you for sharing this gift with us!
    Lynn

  • Susie says:

    I am looking forward to reading it too:-)

    Thanks for stopping by my blog and leaving such sweet comments:-) Hope to see you again soon:-)

  • GarysWorld says:

    You simply put have one of the best blogs i have read. Thank you for following GarysWorld. Please stay in touch.
    Gary@GarysWorld

  • Swapna says:

    Beautiful, sooo touching…. I tell u again,..my life is richer for having met you.

    Saw the comments u left on my blog..thank you.

  • tinybird says:

    Great work, very nice blog layout!

  • Cassie says:

    That is a beautiful poem. Thank you for visiting my blog and leaving a comment.

  • Liz says:

    What a lovely story as poetry you created.

  • Kim says:

    hi Muse..
    I.m popping over to have a read now :) )

  • Sandy Toes says:

    I will take a look or should I say a “read”!
    -sandy toes

  • Darlene says:

    I’m going to read it now….thanks for inviting me.

  • Sweet Repose says:

    Beautiful poem of hope, thanks for inviting me in…I will be back.

  • Bo says:

    How exciting to make a new blogger friend…and one with such talent! Looking forward to visiting you often! ;-) Bo

  • Rebel says:

    I am still wiping the tears. I wrote a comment after I read your poem. One of the best things I have ever read. Thank you for visiting my blog. I am now a regular of this blog. Incredible writing.

  • Preppy 101 says:

    Read your poem and commented on that blog! Loved it. Thank you for your comment!! You have a wonderful gift with words. I taught English for 33 years and can appreciate good writing, but cannot do it myself!!

  • The Muse says:

    Amy said: “Ms. Muse, what hauntingly beautiful prose…my heart was in my chest and so glad that there was a happy ending. We are so grateful for everything that we have…the Lord continues to be extraordinarily gracious…great blessings to you and your household as well…thank you so much for sharing…much love…”

  • ~~ATTIC CLUTTER~~ says:

    I am glad you came by too..so I could find you and your wonderful messages really lovely.. will save you to my favs..
    hugs Patty

  • Lindsay-ann says:

    Thank you so much for inviting me over to read your beautiful poem. I love it. You truly have a wonderful gift with words.
    I look forward to reading more.
    Lindsay

  • Cami @ Creating Myself says:

    What an evocative poem! It embodies the emotions of the season…the desire to help those in need, the wonder of Christmas, seen only through a child's eyes & pure unadulterated love. It was beautiful & I so enjoyed it!

  • bleuet says:

    Chills all over me reading this beautiful story – Thank you for sharing your gift with us :-) Hugs Silvia

  • Melissa Miller says:

    Hello, I was so touched by this poem! It’s beautiful and so heartfelt. You are truly talented. I’m so happy you visited my new blog. Thank you. I will be back to visit here. Yours is one of the most ceative I’ve seen. Come visit mine anytime as well. You’re always welcome. ~Melissa :)

  • The Muse says:

    Hey Sooz from Twitter says:
    That was beautiful. I’ve got tears, now!

  • skyM says:

    Absolutely gorgeous prose that flows from your pen milady :) Thank you for sharing them. You are quite inspiring and I’m very VERY happy we found each other on twitter.
    skyM

  • Charli and me says:

    Dearest Muse,
    I hope you won’t mind if I follow your blog. Also, I would love to place your poem on my blog. It’s beautiful and should be shared with the world. I will understand though if you do not want to do that. I hope you have a lovely day.

  • Nancy says:

    Hello Muse, You are too smart for me…LOL This is beautiful! I am so glad you stopped by my blog, it’s so nice to meet you! Please come back anytime! Oh, I tried to play the game above…just not that smart…LOL I really did enjoy reading all the comments…what fun! Blessings, nancy

  • Theresa @ Take A Sentimental Journey says:

    You ask me if I minded if you became a follower to my blog.I don’t mind at all.I am adding you to my google reader and will put you on my blog list also.
    Have a great evening.

  • KellyKim says:

    Oh my goodness! What a touching of “The Unexpected Gift”!! Yes! You’re right! The only we cherised they was our Family! Nothing to be so greatful when a whole family gathering together to celebrate with the special holiday :)

    Hugs,
    Kelly

  • The W.O.W. factor says:

    What an amazing talent and sense of creativity you have! I’ve been ‘wandering’ around your blog here, and am dazzled by your words, your talent!

  • BPOTW says:

    Wha!?! I was just getting into it! Please let me know if/when it gets published. I’d love to read the rest.

    Thanks for sharing your post with Best Posts of the Year!

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