Inspired by Sadje’s What do you see #111
an open courtyard beckons
and images of servants
gathering water fill my senses
i imagine nobles walking along
on the second floor, under the arches
deep in conversation
i wonder
was the highest tower
filled with prisoners
was it thieves trying to get in
or enemies of the court
from within this gated community
I Write Her 
You really bring that image to life, Susi. I can sense the ghosts!
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Thanks, Chris! I’m glad I was able to place you there. 🙂
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Reblogged this on The Reluctant Poet.
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Lovely speculative verse! You really captured the photo prompt!
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Thanks, Val!
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This brings the past alive so vividly Susi. I can hear the footsteps and the whispers. Thanks for joining in
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Thanks you, Sadje! 🙂
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You’re welcome
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At least the prisoners get a view.
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So true, they are lucky! 🙂
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An intriguing image leading to a poem full of intrigue!
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Happy you enjoyed both, Ingrid! 🙂
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