Category Archives: Music

Lost Stars – A Poem

Posted on February 21, 2013 by Gretchen McIntire (formerly Leary)

Introduction: For inspiration, this was written while listening to Lindsey Stirling’s piece called “Elements”. The image I had stuck in my mind is this swanlike figure-skater skating on a lake at night. Illuminated white A figure at night Carving lost … Continue reading →

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To Stand – A Poetic Dedication to @JoshGroban

Posted on February 20, 2013 by Gretchen McIntire (formerly Leary)

Introduction: This was written while listening to Josh Groban’s new song “Brave” What an incredible song. If you haven’t heard it yet- go listen now. You surely won’t regret it. I am dedicating this poem to Josh Groban who inspired … Continue reading →

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Maestro – A Poem

Posted on January 30, 2013 by Gretchen McIntire (formerly Leary)

Introduction: This was written while listening to Lindsey Stirling’s “Phantom of the Opera Medley” and while processing what verbal communication feels like for me, as an individual on the Autism Spectrum when I am feeling overwhelmed and cannot communicate. Molding … Continue reading →

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Lemon Twist – A Poem

Posted on January 26, 2013 by Gretchen McIntire (formerly Leary)

Introduction: For inspiration, this was written while listening to “For The Longest Time” by Billy Joel. For dVersePoets: Poetics Like a quick snap Stuck snug betwixt My serious side & Softer wide eyed inner-child- That radio buzzes Out old beats … Continue reading →

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Poetic Pulse – A Poem

Posted on January 22, 2013 by Gretchen McIntire (formerly Leary)

Introduction: For inspiration, this was written while listening to Lindsey Stirling’s piece called “Spontaneous Me“. Unspoken verse Weaving webs Of silk like stories My hand, my pen Aching to dance To the tempo of My other heartbeat Painting the poet … Continue reading →

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Electric Blue – A Poem

Posted on January 14, 2013 by Gretchen McIntire (formerly Leary)

Introduction: This was written while listening to Lindsey Stirling’s piece called “Elements”. It has a somewhat abstract meaning to me. It made me think about how being on the Autism Spectrum is always a challenge but that practice leads to … Continue reading →

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Maybe – A Poem & Tribute

Posted on January 13, 2013 by Gretchen McIntire (formerly Leary)

Introduction: This was written while listening to Michael Jackson’s “Man in the Mirror”. Although, I feel no tribute could do justice to such a musical genius, this is all I can offer.. My morning reflection Seemingly a promising Disappointment I … Continue reading →

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Woven – A Poem

Posted on January 13, 2013 by Gretchen McIntire (formerly Leary)

Introduction: This was written while listening to “Wild Child” by Enya. Please be sure to listen to the song before, after or while reading the poem. Where does My hope reside? Does it come From the Orange sun With warmth … Continue reading →

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Black Ice – A Poem

Posted on January 11, 2013 by Gretchen McIntire (formerly Leary)

Introduction: This was written while listening to Lindsey Stirling’s “Crystallize”. What an amazing piece. Truly inspiring. Dragging fire Ever so slowly Etching ice– I write with glowing Golden embers In careful scrapes And figure eights Smoother now Becoming script And … Continue reading →

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The Cathedral – A Poem & Dedication

Posted on January 10, 2013 by Gretchen McIntire (formerly Leary)

Introduction: This poem was written while listening to Lindsey Stirling’s piece called “Shadows” This poem was originally much longer and went on for pages as this music is nothing but pure inspiration, but for the sake of time and my … Continue reading →

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