Carolyn Devonshire Poet Couplet

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Companions

Companions

Tiny boardwalk along the Halifax River
Waiting to see what “catch” nature will deliver

Royal Palms’ fronds rustle in fall’s gentle breeze
No noisy distractions from teens on their jet skis 

Cute baby seagull swims above my fishing line
Unlike a pet, this bird doesn’t bark, bite or whine

He knows me well and I can tell he wants to eat
So I toss bait and he bobs his head for the treat

Yet he lingers, craving a flounder or redfish
You see, my companion and I have the same wish

Quick tug at my line; what prize might lie below?
A hefty blue crab emerges as my cargo

With claws and feathers interacting, I’m amused
But break up the fight so no animal’s abused

Such friends make life better for one who lives alone
In a pandemic when isolation’s seeds are thrown

Fishermen appreciate little rays of hope
That grant a smile and make it easier to cope




August 15, 2020
For Silent One’s “Sanctuary” poetry contest

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Sally Eslinger September 8, 2020 at 8:05 PM Very much enjoyed this scene of nature and the love with which it was written. All the characters are vividly painted and sacrificing, even the fish!

Paul Callus August 27, 2020 at 9:51 AM You turn isolation into a delightful encounter with nature, Carolyn. Indeed we all find solace in our personal sanctuaries! I see that congratulations are in order...well done! Hugs // paul

Andrea Dietrich August 25, 2020 at 3:30 PM Carolyn, there are two monoku contests that I bet you would do great with. Hurry and let's see some!

Judy Ball August 24, 2020 at 12:17 PM Wonderful Carolyn. I can see you quietly fishing and enjoying the sunshine and the birds. Love the pic. great stuff. God Bless, JB

Lindsay Laurie August 23, 2020 at 5:28 PM Hello Carolyn ... an old friend once it's great to catch a fish, but even better to be fishing. You paint a nice scene in your couplet to balance out some of the isolation we are going through - thank you Carolyn - Lindsay

Gershon Wolf August 23, 2020 at 3:16 PM Back with congrats to you, Carolyn, for your big win with this heartwarming tale. Bravo, Gershon

Vijay Pandit August 23, 2020 at 5:43 AM Glad to see this poem climbing the best poem chart, Carolyn. BIG congrats my friend on your podium win in Silent's contest.

Andrea Dietrich August 22, 2020 at 1:49 PM Big congatulations to you. I know how much you love this wonderful environment as sanctuary!

Jennifer Proxenos August 22, 2020 at 9:36 AM Real friends are a treasure - a so peaceful scene you have imaginatively created my dear friend, what a darling little feathered friend you have made Carolyn - stunning poem. Hugs and blessings, Jennifer.

Sigrid Ermine August 22, 2020 at 8:42 AM Huge Congratulations, Carolyn. Perfect cadence, touching sentiment. (first time I've seen this) Very glad to read it, extremely easy to enjoy.

James Fraser August 22, 2020 at 8:13 AM Tranquil and serene, I just love these kind of places, and not hearing the modern world, as sadly it destroys such scenes. Reading your words, it felt like I was walking along the 'Caledonian Canal' in the Highland's here, very nice, James xx

Silent One August 22, 2020 at 5:55 AM Sounds beautiful with so many great lines.. flows and rhymes so well.. Nice take on the contest.. Congratulations on your placement in the contest.. Carolyn Devonshire August 22, 2020 at 8:59 AM Thank you, Silent One.

Ravindra K Kapoor August 22, 2020 at 5:02 AM Beautiful lines with a heart touching story with lovely companions, who always remain a friend only. " Such friends make life better for one who lives alone, In a pandemic when isolation’s seeds are thrown," With best Wishes df Carolyn...Ravindra

Michelle Faulkner August 21, 2020 at 9:12 PM What a heart warming story, Carolyn, especially the baby seagull trying to steal your catch - and the line about finding hope and easier to cope - we could all use some of that now - best wishes for the contest.

Vladislav Raven August 21, 2020 at 7:29 AM Hi Carolyn, it is a joy to read your peaceful poem today. The words paint the canvas of my mind such wonderful images of nature. There is such peace to be found within nature. another beautiful write from a golden pen. Best wishes for the contest. Have a wonderful Friday. Hugs....Mike. XX

Gordon Mcconnell August 20, 2020 at 4:31 AM Such a lovely piece Carolyn, a joy to read with good thoughts of nature too. Blessings always,Gordon

Harry Horsman August 19, 2020 at 7:33 PM The poetry Carolyn, is one of sheer peace, its the feeling i get when reading this wonderful gem. Stay Safe my friend..Harry

Quoth Theraven August 18, 2020 at 9:04 PM Carolyn, Delightful trio each to their own understanding of life in isolation. -Richard

Gershon Wolf August 18, 2020 at 5:41 PM Such an unlikely heartwarming(!) tale. I see now that you are a fisher(wo)man! Good for you, Carolyn. Peaceful Rivers and Streams, Gershon

Pat Adams August 17, 2020 at 6:48 PM I like this a lot. Especially liked the line about having the same wish as your companion! Well done, a FAV for me! pat

Eve Roper August 17, 2020 at 3:55 PM Great write and imagery, Carolyn, good luck in the contest. Hugs Eve

Rico Leffanta August 17, 2020 at 2:24 PM One hopes the crab learned not to be so crabby! Aloha! Rico

Vijay Pandit August 16, 2020 at 2:52 PM Your poem is a delight my friend.. splendidly traversing beauty of nature in lovely rhyming verses. Enjoyed the details that create wonderful imagery like being there with you. A definite FAVE for me, Carolyn. Carolyn Devonshire August 17, 2020 at 8:13 AM Thanks for your kind comments, Vijay!

Heidi Sands August 16, 2020 at 2:03 PM I enjoyed this Carolyn. A special place to be :) Carolyn Devonshire August 17, 2020 at 8:14 AM Somehow, being near the water lifts my spirits. Thanks for reading, Heidi.

Andrea Dietrich August 16, 2020 at 1:53 PM this is lovely, Carolyn. For me "home" comes right to my mind as sanctuary. I am seeing several of these poems now mentioning nature. I guess I am just not that big a nature gal. you know me. Just loving my kitchen, internet and tv!!! Carolyn Devonshire August 17, 2020 at 11:17 AM Glad you enjoy your new kitchen, Andrea. Maybe one day I will have enough money to get mine done. It was built in the 1940s and certainly needs some updates.