It was her dream
To dance like every one else
Her twisted body fought her
Every inch of the way.
We saw the outward dance
Inside another dance took place.
Her muscles
Contracting and expanding
Attempting to move
To a long familiar song.
The struggle lasted three minutes
We were held spellbound
As she fought tooth and nail
As one foot, one arm,
Moved to where she wanted.
We saw her battle
Where no two muscles worked together,
To achieve her goal
To dance like everyone else.
We were in tears by the end
How can three minutes of desperate toil
Leave you speechless
In awe of her desire
To dance like everyone else.
Written for: http://www.adashofsunny.com/prompt-nights-dancing-is-like-dreaming-with-your-feet-21/
I also submit this poem for: https://areadingwritr.wordpress.com/2016/07/10/indak/
Morpethroad 
Our external limitations and our internal dreams are often in conflict with one another . You expressed that well in this writing.
Thank you Suzanne, appreciate you commenting.
You’re welcome.
We all have a cross to bear, and when we are able to shift it a little and keep moving despite the weight, God smiles because we trust him. Beautiful post!
Thank you so much Michelle appreciate you stopping by.
“To dance like everyone else.” it’s sad when simple things of life are denied to some souls…beautifully penned…
Thank you Sumana appreciate you stopping by.
Oh! this is so heart breaking.. to be denied what we wish to do.. is like a terrible curse. Powerfully written.Thank you so much for participating at Prompt Nights Michael and for your constant love and support 🙂
Lots of love,
Sanaa
Hi Sanaa, glad you liked it, it is based on a true story…hope you have a good weekend.
Oh my, I got tearful over this one.
Thank you, at the time so was I…
I imagine so…
This works so well as a metaphor – dancing is perhaps learning how to smile through the pain..to make it look effortless and beautiful..if we can achieve a fraction of that in ‘real’ life we are doing well! i love your dance..
Thanks Jae its a beautiful memory that stays always with me.
Powerfully moving (no pun intended).
It was moving Rosemary, in so many ways such that it will stay forever in my mind. So humbling when you think of how able bodied most of us are.
Oh this makes my heart ache for dancer and the ones who are watching her struggle. As a mom, it hits me hard in a lot of places.
It must have been such a wonderful thing for hr parents to her struggle and achieve what she wanted to do….I’ll never forget it..
I read this with words you once shared about your daughter in my mind… and my eyes filled of liquid happiness. What a miracle to witness… what joy. ♥♥♥
Your words move us through her movements, the reaction of the speaker tells us just how important this is. Pure delight.
Thank Magaly as always appreciate you stopping by.
It’s wonderful when we feel joy over someone’s realization of a dream. This made me think how happy we are when our children master an obstacle. Good writing!
Thank you so much Myrna, I appreciate you stopping by. Yes there is always that sense of satisfaction at our children’s achievements.
Oh my gosh….lump in my throat and tears in my eyes. Awe inspiring piece XXX
Thank you Georgia as I explain elsewhere this was a girl about 18 with cerebral palsy and it was a very brave achievement. I’ll always consider myself fortunate to have been there that day.
She sounds like a tough, determined lady. No wonder you were so moved.
A young lady about 18 with cerebral palsy Freya, one of the bravest things I’ve ever seen to try as her work for her end of school exam, you couldn’t help but be moved….
People like this young lady are so inspiring – and remind me to be grateful for all that I have. Thank you for sharing this with us.
oh Michael. this is heartwrenching. beautiful yet achingly sad.
Thank you Rose that’s a lovely comment
a well-deserved comment, Michael. 🙂
This is a wonderful story of physical triumph.
Thank you so much David…..hope you have a lovely day..
Multi-layered in meaning and possible interpretations. You’ve captured the essence of the struggle, both inward and external, with such exquisite sensibility Michael. Bravo! 🙂
Thank you so much Pat
lovely new image Michael 🙂
Thank you Pat its about finding one you don’t mind looking at…..
I think you look wonderful and handsome in all your pictures 🙂
Its those rose coloured glasses you wear isn’t it…..I’ll send over a pair of mine so you can see the real thing…lol
uh nope, threw those away ages ago …. you’re just a very handsome man Michael – best to say “thank you” and blush 😉
Ok…..lol…..giggling to myself……