Helena

She moves in glorious motion,
Her progress marked by many eyes.
A vision to delight the crowd 
gathered together for this her debut.

Coloured ribbons adorn her, as
She moves in glorious motion,
Sweeping across the bright tableau.
Her beauty and grace seen by all.

Light sparkles from faceted jewels
decorating her slim figure.
She moves in glorious motion,
dancing as if floating on clouds.

Born of man yet with divine grace, 
answering swiftly to wind and wave.
The Clipper sprints seaward, yet still,
She moves in glorious motion.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2015

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Mac Donald Avatar
October 7, 2015 at 7:56 PM
Subtle parallels...the art of romantic poetizing...not something that I've excelled at, however something I can enjoy and appreciate. Kudos to you, Shane!! Your friend, Mikki :)
A  Avatar
September 9, 2015 at 1:52 PM
wow... awesome... SKAT
Andresen Avatar
September 9, 2015 at 11:10 AM
- Hello my friend Shane ........ miss you - Helena is a beautiful name and a wonderful poem :) - Hope all is well with you - big hugs // Anne-Lise :)
Manassian Avatar
August 15, 2015 at 12:23 AM
This is a wonderful poem, Shane. It really is very majestic....just like the ship itself. :) Great work. Hugs
Cooper Avatar
August 15, 2015 at 12:51 AM
Hello little one, Have no idea where this poem came from, but here it is. Helena was the name of a Clipper ship as well as that of a very attractive actress. Thank you for stopping in. love Shane xxx
Manassian Avatar
August 15, 2015 at 12:26 AM
And Helena...the actress...is very talented.
Roberts Avatar
August 14, 2015 at 9:37 PM
lovely piece
Cooper Avatar
August 14, 2015 at 9:58 PM
Hi Francine, Thank you for your comment, and dropping in to visit. love Shane xxx
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