I'm Not Waving

Tom Dylan


Notice of absence from Tom Dylan
Sorry if there is a delay in responses. Sometimes life gets in the way. As John Lennon said, life is what happens to you while you're busy making other plans.

I feel the current pull and drag me,

jerking me this way and that,

I tilt my head back and gasp for air,

cold water fills my ears.

 

Life’s waves and worries and stresses

crash over my head and push me

down towards the dark depths beneath.

 

I kick and thrash as hard as I can

fighting against the current and the tide,

still gasping for air, can feel myself going under,

uncertain how long I can hang on for.

 

Poetry grabs my wrists and pulls me towards the shore,

her grip soft but firm, reassuring.

As I lie coughing and spluttering on the cold sand

poetry gently sits me up,

wrapping a blanket tightly around me,

telling me I’ll be okay.

  • Author: Tom Dylan (Offline Offline)
  • Published: June 10th, 2025 02:34
  • Comment from author about the poem: A poem about how writing and poetry is there when things get tough.
  • Category: Unclassified
  • Views: 53
  • Users favorite of this poem: Cheeky Missy, Thomas W Case, Neilton
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  • sorenbarrett

    I have been saved by that same lifeguard. Dark cold waters with strong undertows and currents pull on the sea of life. A great metaphor Tom

    • Tom Dylan

      Glad we are literally in the same boat, my friend. Really appreciate your comments.

    • Poetic Licence

      Totally relate to this as it is my saviour, enjoyed the read

      • Tom Dylan

        Thanks so much, PL. Really appreciated, mate.

        • Poetic Licence

          You are very welcome

        • Tony36

          Excellent write Tom

          • Tom Dylan

            Thanks a lot, mate. Appreciated.

            • Tony36

              You're welcome

            • Cheeky Missy

              Hmm. Now THIS is a charming bit of metaphorical delineation. Me likes. Gorgeously expressed and winsomely rendered with exquisite imagery and a heartening poignancy. Thank you for sharing.

              • Tom Dylan

                Thanks so much, Missy. Really appreciated.

              • Thomas W Case

                You nailed it. I relate.

                • Tom Dylan

                  Thanks a lot, my friend. Really appreciated.

                • Kevin Hulme

                  Poetry gives a damn good 'Kiss of Life'.
                  Well Said.

                  • Tom Dylan

                    Thanks a lot, Kevin. Really appreciated.

                  • Goldfinch60

                    Writing keeps us alive Tom, keep writing.

                    Andy

                    • Tom Dylan

                      Spot on, Andy. Completely agree. Cheers, Tom.

                    • Neilton

                      i couldnt relate more !!fantastic!!!!

                      • Tom Dylan

                        Thanks so much for your comments. Really appreciated.

                      • NafisaSB

                        yes - poetry does help us survive the daily trials and tribulations - you pour your heart out, and feel release
                        beautifully explained

                        • Tom Dylan

                          Thanks a lot for your comments, Nafisa. Really appreciated.

                          • NafisaSB

                            always welcome - keep composing, and sharing..have a great day



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