Magpie Tales is a blog “dedicated to the enjoyment of poets and writers, for the purpose of honing their craft, sharing it with like-minded bloggers, and keeping their muses alive and well.” Each week, it offers an image as a writing prompt.
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She seeks illusion, eyes
hiding behind a veil
no longer bridal.
hiding behind a veil
no longer bridal.
Salome knew the illusive
power of veils,
but she is no Salome
and in her white unveiling
is left with only
a homely curtain
of hope.
Lovely little gem…