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Terpsichore, muse of dance, has been given a new mission by Apollo, to restore joy and the love of dancing to the Celts of 5th Century Wales. Now she has completed her task. Terpsichore has chosen those she inspired with care. The music will not die again. The joy of the dance will remain ,whatever befalls the people of Wales. Her mission is complete and she looks forward to her return toOlympus . (As usual, creative editing of punctuation from published version to comply with 10 sentence rule)
Terpsichore, muse of dance, has been given a new mission by Apollo, to restore joy and the love of dancing to the Celts of 5th Century Wales. Now she has completed her task. Terpsichore has chosen those she inspired with care. The music will not die again. The joy of the dance will remain ,whatever befalls the people of Wales. Her mission is complete and she looks forward to her return to
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The sound of the waterfall behind her caught her attention, oh, how she missed the spring of Hippocrene, created when Pegasus struck the rock of the Helicon Mountain with his hoof and the crystal water poured forth.
Beautiful as this country was, it would be good to be home. She turned and gazed at the water tumbling down the mountainside in a frenzy of white froth, the spray catching the rays cast by Helios, making rainbows dance in the clear air. The water called to her—she was, after all, like her sisters, a water nymph, she longed to immerse herself in its cooling spray, to be as one with the living water.
Beautiful as this country was, it would be good to be home. She turned and gazed at the water tumbling down the mountainside in a frenzy of white froth, the spray catching the rays cast by Helios, making rainbows dance in the clear air. The water called to her—she was, after all, like her sisters, a water nymph, she longed to immerse herself in its cooling spray, to be as one with the living water.
"What harm can it do, cleanse yourself—rid your body of the dust of Earth before returning to Olympus. "
The voice in her mind was all too familiar. "Dionysus! What are you doing here -- get out of my mind"
"Certainly, dear sister, would you prefer me to materialize in all my glory?
Before she could answer, he appeared, seated upon a rock, his ever-present maenads fawning at his feet.
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Terpsichore and Myrddin face a deadly force that threatens to part them forever. Is she destined to lose the only man she has ever truly loved? Is there nothing she can do to save him? Finally, when all seems lost, in desperation she finds herself DANCING WITH FATE.
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Well, that won't keep her unnoticed for long. I hope there are no locals around.
ReplyDeleteLuckily this area of ancient Wales is pretty sparsely populated, which is just as well when an embarassing relative shows up! :)
DeleteNice--how you work mythology seamlessly into a contemporary story. :-)
ReplyDeleteThanks Teresa this story was such fun to write.
DeleteRow out the kegs of beer, Dionysus is here! (But I hope he controls himself.)
ReplyDeleteLOL Ed, I doubt if he could possibly manage that! :)
DeleteI enjoyed the mythical references, and the description of the waterfall.
ReplyDeleteThansk so much Aurora, it's such fun to 'play' with mythology!
DeleteI liked how you were able to add in references to her home, beautiful description of where she was and reminding us of her being part of Olympus.
ReplyDeleteThanks Megan, I love writing descriptions of scenery and this is one of my favourite scenes. (Until Dionysus puts in an unwelcome appearance!) :)
DeleteWell that's an interesting wrinkle, his showing up right now. I loved the snippet and the way it flowed and the mythology involved! Great!
ReplyDeleteThank you so much for your lovely comment, Veronica.
DeleteI love the imagery in this scene. Well done!
ReplyDeleteThanks Christiane, glad you liked it.
DeleteEnjoyed the unexpected visit. Love the imagery too.
ReplyDeleteThanks Karen, so glad you enjoyed it.
DeleteYour writing is delightful. You have captured my imagination.
ReplyDeleteAw, thank you Charmaine, I take that as a great compliment, what a lovely thing to say!
DeleteHe’s a mischief-maker! She should probably leave before he persuades her to do something she’ll regret.
ReplyDeleteHe is, Christina. Terpsichore knows that too and usuallyknows how to handle him. (Let's hope she sends him off with a flea in his ear!)
DeleteI think I'd be wary of the god of revelry. Good snippet, Hywela. :)
ReplyDeleteThanks Siobhan, I'd be wary of him too! :)
DeleteThis is fun! Nothing like unexpected relatives to complicate matters!
ReplyDeleteIsn't that the truth, Nancy. Especially when it's someone like Dionysus!
DeleteOooo I like this snippet a lot!
ReplyDeleteThanks Amy, your comment made me smile!
DeleteGreat description! I could see the waterfall and feel her desire to play in the water.
ReplyDeleteAw thanks, P.T. Glad you liked it!
DeleteI don't think this materialization is a good thing at all!
ReplyDeleteNope, he's not a welcome sight, that's for sure!
DeleteGenerally Dionysus is not too trustworthy, so I'd take his suggestions with a pinch of salt!
ReplyDeleteYou're absolutely right, Caitlin, I think Terpsichore feels the same.
DeleteI love the Greek mythology. Such a lovely scene, until Dionysus showed up.
ReplyDeleteThanks Diane - yes, Terpsichore's mood was immediately dampened by his appearance!
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