Fair Winds

Fair winds and following seas. May full sails surge with scudding breeze. May peaceful moorings host your craft wherever indulgent winds waft. A toast now to your safe return. May choppy seas be left astern. May evening offer pleasing berth to ensconce in halcyon firth.
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Bowring Avatar
July 28, 2023 at 11:11 AM
A vey clever poem Linda - great writing! So enjoyed it. Thank you for sharing. Praying always for calm waters for us all.
Fowler Avatar
August 2, 2023 at 7:02 AM
Thank you Christina. So nice to have you visit and leave such kind comments! :)
Grieves Avatar
June 22, 2023 at 6:27 AM
This is a lovely use of seaworthy words and almost feeling like it should be accompanied by a swinging champagne bottle blessing!
Fowler Avatar
June 23, 2023 at 7:08 AM
Ooh. That sounds like a fine christening indeed. :) Many thanks for your visit and comments! :)
Dietrich Avatar
June 20, 2023 at 1:15 PM
this is so sweet and lyrical. Love it.
Fowler Avatar
June 20, 2023 at 1:22 PM
Many thanks Andrea. :)
Kiser Avatar
June 18, 2023 at 1:28 PM
Those are some lovely flowing winds.
Fowler Avatar
June 18, 2023 at 1:47 PM
Thanks a lot! I appreciate your read and comment! :)
Sands Avatar
June 18, 2023 at 11:40 AM
This is beautiful! Well written Linda. A joy to read today :)
Fowler Avatar
June 18, 2023 at 1:46 PM
Hello Heidi. I am warmed by your sweet words. Thank you! :)
Tor Avatar
June 18, 2023 at 11:33 AM
Incredible poetry Linda. You are the wordsmith. Love the theme and the imagery to enjoy... Thank you for sharing...
Fowler Avatar
June 18, 2023 at 1:45 PM
You are so kind Michael. A gem of a guy! Thank you for your thoughtful comments! :)
Radice Avatar
June 18, 2023 at 5:26 AM
As I'm reading this I can envisage it being sung as a sea shanty Linda. :) I enjoyed the read. Cheers - Gary
Fowler Avatar
June 18, 2023 at 8:04 AM
Hello Gary. Long time no see. I'm really glad you enjoyed this poem. Thanks! cheers :)
Hawley Avatar
June 17, 2023 at 7:24 PM
I learned a new word today. Halcyon, is the one I had to look up. I pray for "fair winds" all the time in life, at least they make living easier.
Fowler Avatar
June 18, 2023 at 8:03 AM
Hi Miranda. I pray fair winds follow you throughout your day. Yes, it's easier to ride the horse in the direction he's going. LOL Thanks for commenting! :)
Volumes Avatar
June 17, 2023 at 4:02 PM
Wow this is truly beautiful Linda. A nautical themed poem like no other I have ever read before. It resonates almost as a blessing or fond wish to all sailors as they depart the shore. "to ensconce in halcyon firth" Wow I have never read a more poetic way of wishing peace and calm be encounted at sea. This has to be a Favourite. I hope others offer it the praise it deserves to make it POTD.
Fowler Avatar
June 18, 2023 at 8:01 AM
Wowsa Svvie - what high praise for a little ditty! LOL. Thank you so much my friend. Have a good week! :)
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