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The lighthouse in St. Augustine, FL, the United States' oldest city, is said to be haunted. The image below was submitted as proof. You decide...

Ghostly presence seen nightly
When lighthouse illumes brightly
Fishermen claim to see her
Confounded old tars concur

Her lover swallowed at sea
by fierce waves, old tars agree
Lighthouse beam, sailors concur
Was gone, not even a blur





March 15, 2019
For Charlie’s Jueju-Qijue With A Twist Contest

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Paul Callus

Date: 6/9/2019 4:15:00 AM

Narrative poetry definitely suits this form, Carolyn. A ghostly presence certainly helps to bring more tourists to the area...and the story itself is one that begs for acceptance! ~ Love & Hugs // paul

Judy Ball

Date: 5/3/2019 5:10:00 AM

I've heard of this lighthouse having been born and raised in Florida. I figure she probably loved him very much and is still waiting for his return like she promised. Great stuff here as usual. God Bless, JB

Charles Messina

Date: 4/17/2019 5:46:00 AM

Carolyn, I love this poem. Unfortunately I had to place it at the bottom because the first words of the second stanza had to start with the last words of the first stanza. So sorry.. but all in all a wonderful poem. Hugs Charlie

Carolyn Devonshire
Date: 4/17/2019 4:01:00 PM

Oh, sorry I didn't get it, Charlie. Hope you have a wonderful Easter!

Connie Marcum Wong

Date: 4/12/2019 6:29:00 PM

I don't doubt the presence of a ghost in this lighthouse Carolyn. I love lighthous's unique beauty. Loved this poem that gave me chills. xxoo

Jack Horne

Date: 4/11/2019 2:34:00 PM

awesome story - lovely poem too, my friend. how cool if the pic is genuine x

Carolyn Devonshire
Date: 4/11/2019 2:57:00 PM

Yes, the photo came from the St. Augustine Historical Society. The ghosts of two young children are also said to haunt the old lighthouse. Their father hooked up a zip-line for them and it broke. Thanks for stopping by, Jack.

Jennifer Proxenos

Date: 4/9/2019 1:32:00 PM

What a coincidence Carolyn, I have just before commenting on this poem. commented on one of Connies poems about a lighthouse - how are you - i think if I remember correctly you were working on your novel. Miss you. Poetry hugs, Jennifer.

Sara Kendrick

Date: 3/20/2019 10:15:00 AM

Interesting work. I don't know. It could be anything with a plain explanation. Reads like a good contender for the contest. Way to go. Thanks for dropping by. Sara

Anisha Dutta

Date: 3/18/2019 1:51:00 PM

So Nicely composed with a touch of mystery. Love.

Judy Ball

Date: 3/18/2019 12:02:00 PM

WoW1 Sure does look like a lady waiting for someone doesn't it. I wrote one like that about a lighthouse for Halloween. Nicely done. God Bless, JB

Joanna Daniel

Date: 3/17/2019 8:45:00 AM

Mystery indeed, well penned, Carolyn:)

Laura Leiser

Date: 3/16/2019 1:57:00 PM

I love the sea, and your lovely poem and seafaring images are delightful to read! Good luck in the contest, Carolyn! :)

Harry Horsman

Date: 3/16/2019 11:48:00 AM

Great story, great poetry..love this.

Andrea Dietrich

Date: 3/15/2019 7:28:00 PM

I always wonder about such pictures and videos I see on tv about hauntings. I wonder if they doctor the findings but at the same time, I want to believe there are ghosts . It makes life interesting and gives us proof of otherworldniness existing. You did FANTASTIC with this challenge, Carolyn.

Carolyn Devonshire
Date: 3/16/2019 10:48:00 AM

Just a bit of mystery. Ghosts of two children are thought by some to haunt the same lighthouse. Thanks for reading, Andrea.