Like a tidal wave, it took him down
Rushing waters pummel me to the shore
The sea churns
Salty water absorbs little pain
Inexplicable
Cataclysmic
The water laps at his bony ankles
Settles at my wavering hips
It drove him to distant seas, foreboding lands
To corners of the earth I cannot access
Like living without bones
Like brokenness we carry on our knees
Years eclipse us
The sea still churns
Hope lies in the vastness of the sea
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Katie B. (
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Indeed so true Katie hope lies in the vastness of the sea. A phrase with deep meaning as deep as the sea itself. All things from space itself to our very population depends on vastness and so it is in both directions outward and inward. A lovely write and a fave
Many thanks, Soren!
You are most welcome Katie
The sea will feed you, bathe you, but also kill you if you're not careful.
Probably why we're always drawn to it.
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Wonderful emotive words Katie.
Andy
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A very intense poem here. Perhaps having gone through seasons of rough seas has brought back memories in the reading of this. 🕊️🙏🌊
Arqios, as always, thank you for taking the time to read my work and comment on it. I value your feedback.
Likewise, Katie B. Hope your week has been good 🙏🕊️
Katie, this hit me hard. The grief here feels immense, but what moved me most is that the poem never completely surrenders to it. Even after all the years and distance, there is still hope moving beneath the surface. Powerful write, my friend. 🌹🖤🙏🕯️🐦⬛
Tristan, thank you so very much for always taking your time to read my work. Your in depth reviews are invaluable in my growth as a poet.
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