Category Archives: Music

Pieces- A Poem #Poetry

Posted on March 17, 2016 by Gretchen Venters

Sitting silently hugging my knees You had joined the Army; I lived so far away, & everything had changed Soft grey words were spoken like the calm before the storm;  then, like loud clouds, crashing Suddenly I was facing you; … Continue reading →

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Can I Hug You? – Part 2

Posted on December 9, 2013 by Gretchen Venters

“I’m through accepting limits Cuz someone says they’re so Some things I cannot change But till I try I’ll never know Too long I’ve been afraid of Losing love, I guess I’ve lost Well if that’s love It comes at … Continue reading →

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At Night – A Poem

Posted on May 25, 2013 by Gretchen Venters

The sun has said goodnight It seems such a long way for that tiny tear to fall down that small face pressed tight against a frosted window pane She bends to kneel down to pray beside her bed And waits … Continue reading →

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Radio – A Poem

Posted on May 12, 2013 by Gretchen Venters

Hugging my radio to my heart rocking back and forth slowly Mouthing silent words of prayer in the stillness of the dark- I prayed again for peace I asked Him if he cared I asked Him if he could hear … Continue reading →

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Vibrato – A Poem & Dedication

Posted on March 28, 2013 by Gretchen Venters

This is dedicated to Willemijn Verkaik of Wicked who inspired me to keep singing even if its just when I’m alone. A deep green vibrato leads dramatic scenes Hovering high at fifty octaves above my own & new strings Holding … Continue reading →

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Devotion – A Poem (18+ Only)

Posted on March 17, 2013 by Gretchen Venters

Introduction: For some added musical inspiration this was written while listening to “I’m the Only One” by Melissa Etheridge. I haven’t written poetry like this in quite awhile. Readers under 18 should skip this one… Don’t knock it No, not … Continue reading →

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Part Of Your (NT) World

Posted on March 12, 2013 by Gretchen Venters

“Ready to know what the people know. Ask ’em my questions and get some answers…” When I was a very little girl, I used to watch Disney’s “The Little Mermaid” over and over again. I wanted to sing with Ariel … Continue reading →

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City of Angels – A Poem

Posted on March 11, 2013 by Gretchen Venters

Introduction: This was written while listening to Phil Collins’ “Another Day in Paradise” for some added inspiration… Scuffed love-lost souls Sitting alone in a crowd Staring with loud clarity Observing the whole World through heavy Swollen layers of smoke A … Continue reading →

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Four Corners – A Poem

Posted on March 9, 2013 by Gretchen Venters

Introduction: This was written for dVersePoets‘ Poetics which I am proudly co-hosting today with the amazing Brian Miller. Join us this afternoon when the pub doors open. There are two prompts today! For my nostalgic musical inspiration, this was written … Continue reading →

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Inked – A Poem

Posted on February 21, 2013 by Gretchen Venters

For dVersePoet’s – Graffiti Prompt For added inspiration, I wrote this while listening to “Too Bad” by Nickelback. Thin wax paper Pressed against My bare shoulder – Long hair swept Over the other My breath catches Sucking in – as … Continue reading →

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