Pas de Deux and a Pear
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As the scribe unrolls his scroll a backdrop emerges. I see the quill transformed – a dancer. She flicks her feet across the canvas and paints his landscape of words across the mind. She watches and smiles as she keeps pace with his tempo - following his lead and rhythm. She leaps and suddenly she is dipping and swirling from word to image from word to image and back again. Focused on his cues she commands the stage with a keen awareness of her audience - creating a panorama for Imagination's Eye. I'm quickly becoming lost in the aesthetics of her dance - this Siren of thoughts captivates my breath.
A resonating clink against the inkwell startles me. I see the scribe dip his quill into the well and reach across the grand stage. He skillfully dabs my lips with visions. I am enticed by the bittersweet taste of his prismatic ink. Ink, which reaches far beyond the standard shades of black and grey. My thirst perfectly quenched while simultaneously making me thirst for more.
I gain bravery and reach for the inkwell. He raises his hand in a gentle gesture to pause. I marvel at the misty rainbows dripping from his fingertips. He turns and begins flicking a new verse on the scroll.
A new pas de deux begins. The scribe knows his choreography and he commands the quill to take great care in not tripping my thoughts. I allow him to gently guide me into the next turn. The scribe stands poised – careful not to stand too close or grip too harshly. He does not want to break my dance.
My imagination is enjoying the limelight as he cues a spotlight of thoughts. Gobos dance across my setting teasing me into the shadows beyond while holding me within my own flashbacks. The strength of this juxtaposition eludes me as it takes me into a seductive grip.
The music stops. I look around to only find the dancer's smirking gaze. She knows to wait as I sort my thoughts. My eyes drift to the director's loft above her. I think to myself. And the scribe? Does his mouth grow dry? Do his words ever reach his lips evoking satiety? Is the author ever filled with his own cuisine of choreography? After all, he does serve a buffet of fruits, which synapse from the mind to dancing fingertips. So again I ask, does the server ever feast or, does feasting make him hungry?
My thoughts break as a pear rolls across the stage. The dancer lifts it and watches me as she bites. Juice drips onto her collarbone and shimmers as it streams unwritten dialogue into the ink well. I look up to the loft and I capture the eyes of the scribe. His thoughts piercing mine - then, as new words continue to trickle his breath quickens, not unlike the addict who pleads to satisfy his needs. He instinctively reaches for his quill and from the orchestra pit below I hear the conductor tap his stand and a new overture begins. The dancer takes her place and resumes her dance around a half eaten pear, which sits at center stage taunting me to taste its reward.
The Inspiration...
I had been feeling the urge to write a creative piece, but I had not quite found the right inspiration. I knew it would eventually come and the words would flow. I waited patiently while writing my informative text and personal narratives. Finally my mind began its dance and Pas de Deux and a Pear was born.
This past weekend I read a poem, which elicited the inspiration I had been looking for. I'd like to thank Vincent Moore for his poem; The Quill and I'd like to dedicate Pas de Deux and a Pear to his muse for inspiring an incredible scribe to quench our palates with his colorful quill.
Images
I usually do not turn to Google for images. However, I was having a hard time finding what I was looking for and off to Google I went. These images were found at various websites and blogs. I included the name of the site with each thumbnail below. I used Keynote and Power Point to layer and organize the images. The dancer and the pear are PNG files and can be easily layered over backgrounds. The images in the thumbnails are what I worked with before editing and formatting to my taste.
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Sensual and exciting! I love this............
Beautiful!
I had to scroll through twice because I kept just wanting to look at the pictures and not read hahah but Im glad I went through twice, it was worth it!
Fascinating images, missolive.
It's a beautiful dance.
Miss Olive - you are so professional and creative. The visuals along with the words were great! Loved the painted lips:). Awesome!
Miss Olive this scribe thanks you for probing your inspiration from my piece The Quill. You masterfully wove your magic with a poet's eye. The dancing, the movements across the stage kept the poet's attention and excited his soul.This most certainly was a feast and it nourished both the dancer and the poet, adding the pear was magnificent. Your choice of photos genius. Loved the dancer, the pear in front of the most luscious lips I've seen on white.
"I am enticed by the bittersweet taste of his prismatic ink. Ink, which reaches far beyond the standard shades of black and grey."
So true, so true. You fed my soul my scribe, yes indeed you did. Now I must uncork a bottle of red to enjoy with my pear and Pas de Deux. This piece is simply brilliant, well done, Bravo, as I throw roses on your stage and you take many bows and roars of more, more and applause...
missolive,
Greetings. I have never seen presentation like this. Thanks for such a wonderful piece.
With warm wishes,
MAKUSR
Absolutely brilliant and innovative Miss Olive. Great use of what I call the "prose-poem." Wonderful images borrowed or not. You have really pushed the envelope of the imagination's capability. This hub is an absolute work of art. It's lovely, sexy and inspiring - just like the author...Bobx Top votes
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Thank you for your warm comments and support. I truly enjoyed writing this. Gathering the pictures and formatting them was fun as well. Almost a story line in itself.
saddlerider1 - Honored dear Scribe - honored. To know I have inspired you tells me the pear continues to nourish us all. May the Pas de Deux continue its dance through a quill that enlightens our hearts and minds. As for your roses - these shall always remain pressed in my book of memories. May the colors of your quill continue to flow.
I look forward to reading more of your work.
Hi Miss Olive! Once again your exceptional creativity shows! Not only is this beautifully presented - it is a winner! Wow!
This is truly inspiring and hey, what more can I say, but voted up, up and away!
Dexter - I am so glad to see you came by to read this. Thank you for such a lovely comments. As always, thank you for your votes.
LOVE your last hub by the way - GORGEOUS images and a wonderful sense of reflection & peace. Will surely be sharing that one.
Ha! I am working on a new hub and referring to your hubs for help! Just wanted to say thanks again:-)!!
You are quite welcome! Looking forward to reading your hubs! :)
Missolive, this was so enjoyable to read and so visually pleasing. Great graphics! Wonderful prose. I'm glad your muse was awakened so that you could share this piece with us.
Wow! Very awesome
Cyndi1- My muse is amazing :) Glad you liked the graphics as well as my prose. I enjoyed preparing this hub - happy to share
kcamp01 - thank you! :)
Missolive--you are a poet indeed! Beautiful, beautiful writing!!!
Audrey - Thank you. I'm truly honored that you enjoyed this hub. I just read your profile and I love how you 'hear' the words. Thanks again for stopping by to read and comment.
I really enjoyed reading this. The poem is awesome and the photos are so beautiful. The hub is also inspiring! It is amazing what can be done with photos and keynote! Voted up, beautiful
Tina
I come back to this beautiful piece often and in AWE.. I bookmarked it the first day it came out, you are magnificent and so gifted, nothing more to say.
This Hub is a work of art. Your words and the imagery: fantastic.
Hi Miss Olive! Exceptional once again with great creativity.Beautifully presented.. Wow!
voted up,awesome!
saddlerider - you are the sweetest of men and your words will be with me forever - dancing across my mind and fluttering across my heart. You are truly cherished. A heartfelt thank you for your continued inspirational work and support. Always your fan and student, Marisa
thoughtforce - I enjoyed gathering the pictures almost as much as I enjoyed creating the words and imagery. I appreciate your votes.
Daisy Mariposa - I'm so happy you came by to read this. Thank you for your wonderful compliment.
ITcoach - You are proof 'techies' have a creative soft side ;) Thank you my friend - honored to please you. I greatly appreciate your votes as well.
Sensual, exciting, tempestuous and erotic.I could go on.
The hub was pretty good too. lol
I'm pulling your quill. I loved this hub Marisa.
You have definitely got a way with words.
Who is the scribe and do they ever get to partake of the feast? Hmm! Very interesting indeed.
Voted up, shared and I pressed anything that moved.
You really have created a masterpiece. The beauty of your words dancing alongside the images was a breath of fresh air. I felt like I walked into a creative world. It was beautiful. You really are talented. Thank you for sharing this creative masterpiece. You are an exceptionally talented writer and a wonderful person.
i really find this narrative very scintillating...what a great way to present this in a very imaginative way...
You are an artist of many media and weave them together so that it appears to have been effortless on your part. Superbly done.
molometer - I am so happy you loved it! What a great comment you left me - I am smiling from ear to ear. 'pulling my quill' LOL! Thank you for sharing and voting.
jeyaramd - I'm so glad to know you traveled into my creative world. I enjoy imagery and having you take part in it warms me. I am very glad to share and am honored by your comment.
raciniwa - Thank you! Glad you enjoyed it
LL Woodard - love your comment and your term of weaving. I greatly appreciate it.
As Vincent is referenced as part of your inspiration to scribe such a fantastic creation, I Vincent want to tell you that you have soared to great heights. You hid your talents as a poet and I must say, the richness of your words slay me.
You are so gifted and one of my favourite poets in the Hubs. I know you don't place many pieces here, I would challenge you to scribe more delectable pieces and bless us with your talent. BTW as one of the five judges in the past poetry contest I wish to inform you that this marvellous work of art was ranked by me in my Top 5 choices.
This could easily have taken the first prize, but regardless, it was a WINNER in my books. Keep up the great work my poetic beauty.
Vincent - that is one of the most amazing comments and compliments I have ever read. I am truly speechless as well as honored. I have a deep respect for your writing, your camaraderie on HP and beyond. I am truly blessed to share the HubPages platform with you. You have given me a great gift today - the inspiration to continue and to develop my creative writing - thank you.
This was truly a beautiful piece. It flows, entices and draws... so beautiful.
homesteadbound - Thank you Cindy! I'm glad you liked it. I enjoyed writing it. Vincent is such a great inspiration.
missolive, Such a lovely flow to this vision created vividly through lyrical words and telling images. Your vision also flows perfectly from its inspiration, "The Quill."
stessily - Thank you very much for your wonderful comment. Also, thank you for taking note of my inspiration, "The Quill"
Hyphenbird Level 8 Commenter 6 months ago
I really like this. What a great analogy. And the photos are gorgeous!