Haunted

Just as life will take sudden twists and turns, so does art. Well, I know my art does anyway. I began this piece 6 or 7 days ago by making a background of muslin and torn playing cards. I intended to write a little something about living in a house of cards, but that plan fell apart. I couldn't make the idea work, but when at first you don't succeed, let your muse have her way. So here is my muse-directed piece, a booklet called "Haunted." As I post the pages, I'll type the text underneath to make it easier for you to read. [My husband intensely dislikes it when I curve or twist my words around the page. Sorry, dear, I like it that way!]

A ghost lives in my house

a shadow that follows me as I move from room to room
i hear her low moaning voice calling me

i turn around and see her clearly
her gown is woven from my tears

and her hair is plaited with my lost dreams

Judy Wilkenfeld has nominated me with an Inspirational Blogger Award. Thank you, Judy. It's a great honor since I idolize your work. I'm going to have to give it some thought as to who I will nominate. There are so many incredibly wonderful and inspiring bloggers out there. Ciao!