Line Dancing
There’s more than one way
to dance black ink
on white paper.
Yes, words have meaning
can tell a story
that moves the soul.
But, black lines repeated
might take breath away
and swiftly lift spirits,
to soar amidst clouds
weaving through currents
in solitary wing waltz.
Might create intricate patterns
that capture the eye
while soothing inner turmoil.
Might make different music
that moves lonely heart,
to which I can only hope
you would dance.
Elizabeth Crawford 4/19/2017
Notes: Image is a pen and ink, repeat pattern drawing which began
as a simple stencil of circles. I call it a Zentangle.
It reminds me of this song, by Lee Ann Womack.
Soul's Music 
Aha…dance of black ink on white paper is a godly sight…your closing lines remind me of the notations also…so beautifully written…
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There is more than one way, indeed… and yours enthralls the writing feet. Yummy!
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Your skillful use of words has a way of transporting me. Thank you for that. I find zentangling so relaxing to create, and yours is a beautiful one!
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And dance you do – zentangle is really hypnotic
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Ah, indeed, so many patterns can be made with that black ink! What a beautifully intricate pattern you have made.
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What a wonder-filled invitation to dance! Thank you, Elizabeth.
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A beautiful image and poem.i especially love the closing lines.
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I love the any black ink that makes me dance.
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A most magical invitation!❤️
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Oh, I really like this: “There’s more than one way
to dance black ink
on white paper.” And the title is perfect 🙂
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Yes, the pattern of the dance…or the poem. Love this.
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Beautiful image, lovely words, terrific song – yes, you swiftly lifted my spirits and my heart danced!
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