BLACK MUSE - Poem

BLACK MUSE

Danielle Myre 12/31/2012

Clouds of black, 

Through the sky lightening makes a crack, 

Rumbling shudders all around, 

You are what I found. 

This feeling is dark,
But I still feel a spark. 

Thoughts are filling my head, 

My page is stained red. 

You've become my muse, 

But have also ignited my fuse.

So these words spill,

Do you feel the chill? 

A sucking hole, 

As black as coal,

It never seems to end, 

No words will be able to fend. 

I should run away,

Because I feel like prey, 

But you've been a good use, 

You are my black muse.  

New Year (Poem)

New Year 

Danielle Myre 12/31/2012

Filled with smiles, 

And some frowns, 

This time is complete, 

And now a new one starts. 

A long list, 

I have so many plans. 

Will I succeed? 

A year is a long and short time. 

Every day has to get me closer, 

I will move further, 

I won't step away. 

I'll be ahead of the game. 

So this year starts, 

I will accomplish everything.

Nothing shall hold me back.

This is my New Year...

I'm taking full advantage of it. 

Echo - Poem

Echo 

Danielle Myre 12/31/2012

Silent all around, 

But I can't stop the screaming. 

Hide or disappear, 

I can't think like this. 

Wind whispers past, 

It makes everything echo. 

A moment of peace, 

But then it's gone again. 

Where does this place reside? 

I can't find my way.

Each path is dark.

Where's my light? 

A speck of hope, 

And a shiver across my body, 

Is it opening? 

Or are my wishes tricking me? 

But I see it, 

There's light. 

The screaming silence subsides, 

And an echo of freedom sings. 

Pay Attention and Listen! -Poem-

Pay Attention and Listen! 

Danielle Myre 12/312012

You see what you want to see, 

But what about what I see? 

Sight can be deceptive,

And you're already stubborn enough. 

Stop looking,

And listen for a change.

What can it hurt? 

You already think you know everything.  

There you go again, 

Pay attention! 

That's not what I mean. 

Stop and look around. 

You're the only one, 

They all get it, 

So why can't you? 

My patience is thin. 

I try again and again,

I want to say forget it, 

But I want you to pay attention. 

Start to listen! 

High Low -Poem-

High Low

Danielle Myre 12/30/2012

All I know is falling, 

I want to stop recalling.

But somehow I make myself stand,

Can I make this grand? 

I'm up in the stars, 

Brave enough to reach Mars.

But gravity is pulling me down.

Please don't let me drown. 

All that I thought was right, 

Is giving me fright.

But the left isn't so bad,

I'll make the most of it and it'll be grand.

These voices say yes,

I will express. 

But why are they saying no? 

I feel so low. 

I'm weak because of those voices, 

I don't seem to have any choices. 

But I know I am strong,

You can't say I'm wrong. 

I win for me, 

And for me I see. 

You tell me to lose, 

But it becomes my muse. 

Days I will be as high as the sky,

And some days I won't want to fly.

But even when I'm low, 

I'll make sure I grow. 

Winter Land

Winter Land 

This is the view I have when I look out my window. It's kind of pretty. 

AVATAR

I think Avatar is one of the best movies I have ever seen in my life. I have been putting off watching it since it came out on DVD and Blu-ray because I wasn't sure if I would like it or not but I finally sat down and watched it and I wish I would have watched it a long time ago. I was missing out on so much. This movie is in my top five for sure. I'm so glad my mom's friend let us borrow it. I think I'm going to grab another cup of hot cocoa and some popcorn and watch it again. Have a great night!  

The Day After

The Day After Christmas - 

All I feel like doing is curling up in my blankets and watch TV and movies. Plus I still have the holiday hunger so I keep munching on leftover goodies. Maybe I should do something somewhat constructive and do some reading. Anyone else have the day after lazies?  

Merry Christmas!

M e r r y

 C h r i s t m a s ! 

I hope everyone is having a very Merry Christmas! Enjoy your time with your family and make sure you smile more and more every second. 

Work to get done...

The last few days I have been a bit lazy with my work because of family time. Now I'm behind with my work but I have to say that it's well worth it. Yesterday I had the most amazing Christmas party with several of my family members. I love my family. But now I have to get back to work and get back on track. I've missed my writing so I'm going to dive in and fully indulge myself. =) 

Newtown Shooting

My heart is with the families that have lost their children and loved ones in Newtown Connecticut. Yesterday, so many of us were worrying about our own problems and now those problems seem insignificant. I want to share my love and support for all those people that are suffering so much right now. I'm sure all of you are feeling alone but I know the whole nation is sending you love and support. You are not alone even if it seems that way. My family, my friends, me, and millions more that I don't even know are standing by your side and praying for you.       

Reading/Editing

For the last few hours I have I have been reading and editing one of my YA novels and I'm getting as giddy reading it as I do reading someone else's book. I'm not trying to sound all high and mighty but I think this book of mine is really good. I still have a lot of things that I need to fix but if I don't like my own work but I feel that other people won't like it either. I need to be proud without being cocky and I think I am right there. I know I still have a lot to do to improve my book and my writing but I love my ideas and stories and they make me excited and happy. I love writing and can't wait to share more of my work with the world.  

Hot Cold - Poem

Hot Cold

Danielle Myre 

12/11/2012

A warmth through my center, 

And a shiver through my soul.

Is this how you enter? 

Am I an item you stole? 

At first I was cold as ice, 

Then I warmed like the sun.

You can be nice, 

But I should still run. 

Your chill is growing, 

I should feel terror. 

Where are we going? 

Is this trial and error? 

But what's this? 

The warmth is expanding. 

It's sweet, your kiss. 

But why do you say it's a misunderstanding? 

You words are so hot, 

But your shoulder is as cold as winters night. 

This time I'll make sure you are caught, 

I'll make sure to hold on tight. 

Bittersweet - Poem

Bittersweet 

Danielle Myre 

12/10/2012

Bitterness is blinding. 

Strength is just a word. 

Dreams are so far away. 

Who am I? 

Bitterness is bitter. 

Strength is weakening. 

Dreams don't come as often.

I am me. 

Bitterness can turn sweet.

Strength can reach new heights. 

Dreams will always be there. 

I want to be me. 

Winter: First Snowfall/Snowstorm

Winter can and is a beautiful season. I love the trees when they are coated in snow and ice but I hate winter. It's so beautiful to look at but when I have to shovel wet and heavy snow every 2-3 hours so I can get out of my driveway then it sucks. Winter is cold, wet, icy, and cold. It's a pain in my butt, or more accurately, it's a pain in my back. Beautiful, yes. A wet and cold mess, Ding, Ding, Ding. My hate of cold trumps beauty.  

My Life and My Voice - Poem

This Is My Life

Danielle Myre 

12/07/2012

I smile for me, 

And only I can choose. 

My choices make me see. 

I won't lose. 

This is my life, 

And I decided which road to take. 

I'll cut through it with a knife, 

And promise myself not to brake. 

I'll consider what I'm told, 

But remember to respect my choice. 

Sometimes things will be cold, 

But this is my life and my voice.

Hold my opinion close, 

And remember that I'll never give in, 

It only grows, 

I want to win. 

My strength is in my goals, 

And my heart lies in what I dream, 

This is my soul, 

I'll make sure to gleam.  

My Own - Poem

My Own 

Danielle Myre 

12/05/2012

A word that mimics my own, 

And a world turned inside out.

Into an unknown zone,

All you can do is shout. 

But forget your voice, 

It won't reach.

This world lacks choice, 

And no speech. 

I once thought it was cool, 

But I realized the cost. 

You can say I was a fool, 

Because my life turned to frost. 

But here I am now, 

My voice is my own, 

I won't ask how, 

Because I've grown. 

Fly - Poem (Dedicated to my dad)

Fly 

Danielle Myre 

12-03-2012

Fly so high, 

Can't you lie? 

I ask why. 

All we have to do is try. 

I stand by, 

But I won't sigh, 

Even if I cry, 

Eventually my eyes run dry. 

You fly in the sky, 

Keeping an eye, 

Like a secret spy, 

You're a good guy.

I won't say good-bye,

And days I'll cry, 

So I'll look to the blue sky, 

And watch you fly. 

This is dedicated to my dad. He is a secret spy keeping his eyes on me and keeping me safe. I wish I could have known him. 

New Blog

Last night I was thinking about all the little things that I do that make my life a bit better. So, I created a new blog so I can share those little things. I hope that I can give other people some ideas to spice up their lives just a bit. Check it out if you want! =)   

New Blog! 

Sweet - Short Poem

S w e e t ! 

Danielle Myre 

12/02/2012

Just a bit of bitter, 

While always being a little sour. 

Pile on the sugar, 

And everything is sweet. 

Untitled - POEM

Untitled

Danielle Myre

December 2, 2012 

Can anything heal without kind words? 

Am I able to heal without love? 

Do you love? 

Can you words be kind?

I don't depend, 

But I count on you. 

Will you defend? 

Make sure you speak clearly. 

I like simple things;

Even when I'm so complicated. 

Isn't this what you like? 

That's what you said. 

Sometimes my words are jumbled, 

And I can't explain right, 

But must you always jump to conclusions? 

How many times have I said you need to listen? 

I'm not perfect, 

And I'm glad you're not either;

But understand this:

I like you. 

Contrast and Compare - Poem *FINISHED*

I don't know if anyone will be able to understand what the definition of this poem is to me but that doesn't matter. What does it mean to you? What does it make you think? What do you think it's about? The answer is whatever you want it to be because the possibilities are never ending and always changing. What this means to me today may mean something completely different tomorrow. 

Contrast and Compare 

Danielle Myre 

11/27/2012

I'm the contrast, 

And you always compare. 

This isn't what I asked,

Can't you be fair? 

Words unknown,

Thoughts unspoken, 

I feel all alone. 

Can this be more broken? 

Will you hold on? 

Or fall away? 

I won't be a pawn, 

But can't I stay?

My agony burns, 

And my eyes seethe, 

But my heart yearns; 

I can't breathe. 

My soul craves to flee, 

And my mind wonders if I should stay. 

Why won't they agree? 

Everything is so astray. 

Contrast and Compare - Poem Start *Unfinished*

11/27/2012

Danielle Myre 

I'm the contrast 

And you always compare 

This isn't what I asked, 

Can't you be fair?

I can't get this out of my mind but I can't seem to write a full poem from it for some reason. What do you think when you read this? 

Untitled - Rhyming Poem

Untitled 

Danielle Myre 

11/26/2012

See through my eyes, 

Your voice cries. 

It's not wise,

They're all lies. 

Jump to the skies, 

Break all ties, 

This is a surprise, 

It's time to rise. 

Your thoughts disguise, 

I advise, 

When will you revise? 

This is so unwise. 

Grab your supplies, 

It's time for a prize, 

You better improvise, 

Or everything dies.

Meh

Today is a horrible blah, meh, icky day. Even though I slept wonderfully I feel so tired and ugh. Just one of those days. I suppose the weather has a lot to do with it. Can't change that so I just have to keep pushing through. Hopefully tomorrow is a bit sunnier and happier. =) 

Be Free - Poem

Be Free

Danielle Myre

11/24/2012

I can hold my voice, 

But not my heart. 

This is my choice, 

Even if we have to part. 

I gather my mind, 

All the bits and pieces, 

It's not hard to find,

Everything releases. 

Never hold back, 

I won't look at the past. 

I'll attack, 

And now I've surpassed. 

After so long, 

I see everything in front of me. 

I've always been strong, 

So now I'm free.

Novel Work

Right now I am working on a novel that I started a year ago. I'm doing my editing and review and finishing up bits and pieces that I wasn't sure how to work while writing. So far everything is going extremely well. I'm really enjoying reading it and can't wait to start working on my query letters. I still have a lot to do before I send them off but I need to build up by practicing so I better start now and work so I can write the best one that will make an agent excited and want more. This process is hard but and I know that I'm going to have a lot of rejection but this is my dream so I will never give up. As my mom has always told me, anything worth having is worth fighting for.   

Best Friends

I have my reason to smile again. 

I love my friends! 

No Sunshine Today - Poem

No Sunshine Today

Danielle Myre 

11.23.2012

I'm sad, 

So you tell me to smile.

But give me a reason, 

Because I can't find one today. 

Yesterday I smiled without reason, 

And the day before I laughed without cause. 

Right now I wish I felt the same, 

But today I want to crawl into a hole. 

I'm only human.

I'm usually strong.

But I have my limits. 

And they have been flooded. 

Tomorrow may be better, 

Or not. 

But I hope it is, 

Because I hate this feeling. 

I'm a girl that loves to smile, 

But am currently sobbing. 

And I love seeing the bright side of things, 

But I only see black today. 

I want my sunshine back; 

Where are you? 

What made today so black? 

I want it to disappear. 

Happy 

Thanksgiving!!

Express - Poem

Express

Danielle Myre 11/19/2012 

Some people sing, 

And some people hold a paint brush, 

And some others use technology, 

While some use words.

All of it is beautiful, 

And some quite sad. 

But just because it's sad, 

Doesn't mean it's not beautiful. 

Every piece comes from the heart, 

And sometimes it's the only way to express. 

Love, hate, envy; 

All turned into a form. 

So sing from your depths, 

Cover yourself in color, 

Don't stop designing, 

And never put down that pen. 

Because it's your heart, 

And comfort zone, 

And probably your goal and dream;

It's your way to express.  

Well, last night I got my writer's journal for 2013 all done! I design and play with the covers and make it fun and what I want it. I always enjoy doing that. =) The night before I got my "Kane and Abbey S.S." all done. And both nights I have always worked on character profiles and my outline for my new YA novel. I'm real excited to work on it so I am. Haven't jumped into the pages just yet to write the story but I already have a notebook almost full from ideas and my profiles. I like creating my characters and making them into people. They become real and an extreme part of my life. I wouldn't have it any other way. Today I am working on my re-write for an older story. I find that I am better able to tackle it when my mind is wiped clear of racing information and so many different thoughts. I can read it from top to bottom and know what I have to change to make it better. That works for me anyway. Maybe I'm just a bit odd. My process doesn't have to follow some rule book, it is how I want it to be and how everything around me makes me a better writer. Well, I better get to work now. I'm in a working mood! I'll probably update later and share how far I have gotten. 

-Danielle 

S.S. Done!

My short story is all done!! I'm finally done! Well, okay, it's not 100% done since I have to read it and do any rewriting that has to be done. But I have the first draft done! And since I did most of my first draft/rough draft on paper and then typed it I already did quite a bit of editing. So it shouldn't need TOO much editing. I'll see once I dive into the reading and see how it flows. Also have to make sure it answers all the questions I thought up. Then I will be 100% done! =)  Ahh! I also have to figure out a title since "Kane and Abbey Short Story" doesn't exactly ring excitement. 

Fantastic YA Idea!

Last night I had one of the best dreams ever! It gave me one of my best YA novel topics ever. I'm stunned by how good it played out in my dream. Of course lots will be different when I write it but if it's anything like my dream I think a lot of people will really love it! :) Already, I have my character profiles complete (mostly) and a rough outline of what has to happen. Tonight I am putting my finishing touches on my vampire short story that I have been talking about. I will finish in an hour or two and then I'm off to bed so I can wake up bright and early tomorrow and work on this novel. I want to get it done so I can work on finding the perfect agent. I know that is going to be harder than writing but it will be worth it in the end. I'm not going to be giving up. Well, I have lots of work to do before I sleep so I better get to it. Have a great night everyone!

- D a n i e l l e 

Quote or mini poem - Untitled

Hate but forgive, 

Forgive but forget, 

Forget all that hates. 

-Danielle Myre 

11.14.2012

Finally have it! :D

Finally, after what has felt like weeks I finally have the perfect ending for my current short story! I'm so excited! I'm finishing it up today and then I'm going to look for a magazine that fits my vampire topic! If I don't find one that fits I think I'm going to post it to my blog. Earlier today I was thinking of posting the short story I first wrote so you can compare and tell me if I'm getting any better in my writing. I would really, really appreciate a small comment or note that tells me if I'm getting better or if you think I need to work harder. Honesty please. I will go over my first short story after I finish what I am doing right now and post it to my blog. Since short stories are much longer than poems I think I will post it in sections so it is not a sensory overload. But if you do read it, please let me know what you think. I know that is asking a lot since everyone is busy but for those of you who do actually read this, it would mean the world to me and really help me out. Thank you so much for reading my blog so far. I will continue to work hard. Seeing my page views increase everyday gives me a confidence boost. Whether you like it or not I don't know but knowing that people are taking time out of their busy day to look at my page I am extremely thankful. Thank you so much! Well, I need to finish up my story! I just wanted to take a quick break and share that I have my perfect ending finally! :D  

-Danielle 

Told; But I'm Not - Poem

Told; But I'm Not

Danielle Myre

I was once told to die, 

Told that I would never be anything. 

So I began to cry. 

Am I nothing? 

Once I was told that I am fat, 

Told that I'm a fake, 

And that's that. 

Can I break? 

I was told no would miss me, 

Told to disappear. 

I started to agree,

And began to fear. 

I was told to die, 

But they lie. 

I was called fat, 

But she's a brat. 

Who would miss me? 

How about my family tree? 

I live, 

And smile. 

Do I forgive? 

They were so vile. 

But because of them, 

I've become a gem.  

Never Too Much - Poem

Never Too Much 

Danielle Myre 11.10.12 

Eager eyes, 

Silent voice, 

Higher than the skies, 

It's my choice. 

Passion boiling, 

Unending nerve, 

Continue the spoiling, 

It's what I deserve. 

My entire heart, 

All my hard work, 

This is my art, 

Just waiting to lurk. 

Continue growing, 

Just at my touch, 

Always knowing, 

It's never too much. 

So hard..

I wonder if any other writers have a nightmare of a time trying to wrap up the end of their story or book like me. I'm so so so close to being done with my current short story and I'm at the finishing parts were I tie everything together but I always have such a difficult time getting it just right. I'm kind of obsessive over this right now. I'm so eager to be done and that isn't helping the process any but I can't help it. So have I have run through different scenarios and they all fit my story but they are just not right. I think I'm going to be pondering over this all night. Hopefully by the morning I still have hair on my head. It'll come to be after playing around with it for a bit but the process seems never ending when I'm smack dab in the middle. Wish me luck! I need it.  

One of those days...

Today is one of those days that screams so many constructive possibilities but when I get ready to do something it's as if all my energy and will is being sucked out of my body. All day today I have thought of so many things that I can get done but once I started, it was like I was being chained to a wall with no where to go. I don't like days like this. They make me feel empty and lonely and everything is just messed about. It's like someone threw 10 boxes of different puzzle pieces at me and told me to make it into ONE perfect piece. Hopefully if I get a good nights sleep I will revert back to myself and not feel like I'm trying to climb up a 200 foot hole. 

What is this?

A cold, numbing feeling that is warm all the same. Excitement, joy, wonder, are filling me to the brim while everything is chilling me to the bone as well. What is this? 

Dream Ideas

Well, they are starting again. For several months my dreams have not inspired me to do much writing but last night they came back at full force. I have WONDERFUL book idea that I'm so excited to dig into! But first I have to finish what I'm working on now. Thank goodness I'm almost done! I'll let everyone know more about this idea of mine once I get started. For the moment I'm not 100% where to go with it but that will come to me when I start my character profiles and outline! Yep, I'm excited! I have a lot of work to finish today so I can start! 

Happy 

Halloween!!!

Silent Voice - Poem

Silent Voice

Danielle Myre 10.30.2012 

Send those words with your mind, 

Not your voice. 

Urge me to win with your heart, 

Not your sounds. 

Tell me I can do anything, 

Tell me I am more than what I am, 

Tell me again and again; 

But don't use your voice. 

I already  know all these things. 

You always say them.

But now I need silence; 

To use my own courage. 

So don't give up on me, 

Never stop telling me to keep going, 

But let your heart tell me, 

Not your voice. 

Your open heart, 

And silent voice, 

Along with a smile; 

Is what I need most. 

You believe in me, 

And know I can do anything, 

Now I need to believe in myself;

Like I once did.