A Blank Stare
You stare at me white and unblinking
Waiting to see what I am thinking
But try as I do
The words don’t come through
And my art appears to be shrinking
Your rectangular and stringent glare
Bright white when the words are not yet there
You laugh at my pain
Driving me insane
Though a partner the work is not shared
So easy it is for you to wait
Hopes that my ink will be something great
What little you know
Words don’t come just so
Your emptiness a thing that I hate
I stare back waiting for muse to spike
But my thoughts seem to be on a strike
You just stare away
And each day I pray
That something will happen that I like
commonsensiblyspeaking 
I share your pain. I also know that, once words are put to that white space, it will have been worth the wait!
Thanks, sis!
Yes, it is certainly true my friend, been there many times…but your approach makes it more bearable. Thank you for such a positive way to look at such a disturbing situation.
Great writing Brad!
All the best,
Francisco
I guess it happens to everyone at some point! Thank you Francisco!
My pleasure Brad
According to Stephen King, you have train the muse and beat it into submission. Personally, I haven’t had much luck with that, but I endeavor to persevere!
great job of putting into words the thoughts of so many writers…
Thanks, Jim!
You’re the onlynpetson I know who could have writers block and still write a poem. Nicely done, Brad!! I have had to pull out somectesources for inspiration lately. It’s so frustrating. Bravo!! 👏
Only person*
Thank you kindly, Kristian! Sometimes what you want to write about is staring you right in the face…
This blank stare left me blank..!
So astounded by the words..:)
Thank you for your kind words! I am glad it spoke to you in some way and thanks for reading and commenting!
This was something quite different..
Couldn’t help getting flown by the words.. 🙂
Astounding. Love how each word is so relatable and relevant. I have come to quite appreciate your rhyme. The rhythm is beautiful.
Thank you, Shanyu! I appreciate your kind words and all your support!
You are so very welcome my friend. Keep writing these works of beauty. Lovely.
❤️