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I Wandered Lonely As a Sailboat

I wandered lonely as a sailboat in the sea, 
                     the sky was blue above me, the land was far, 
                      I felt the soothing breeze, my mind was free
                   tiny ripples around the boat, calm was the water.
                         my whole life flashed in front of my eyes,
                   a dolphin jumped in close to me - what a surprise!

                             A cheerful dolphin circled around,
                           it was such a fascinating sight to see, 
                           I was mesmerized with what I found,
                             The dolphin playfully following me.
                          I couldn't believe my eyes, what I saw
                         How majestic was he, I was in total awe!

                               our rendezvous lasted for an hour, 
                                never enjoyed the ocean like this, 
                           my mind was engrossed to see his power,
                             it was an exceptional moment of bliss.
                                whenever I am pensive and alone 
                            I long to see my sirenic friend unknown. 


                                       September 20, 2022 
                     I Wandered Lonely As...Challenge Poetry contest
                                  Sponsor: Natasha L Scragg
                  Inspired by the poetic form in Wordsworth’s “Daffodils “

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Christuraj Alex Date: 9/22/2022 9:15:00 AM I think, you are not getting my soup mail. Hence, I write here. My book is out. The quality of production is much lower than I had expected. What to do, yet? I would like to send you a copy, all the same. Could you kindly send me your address? Thanking you. Christuraj Alex Login to Reply Malabika Ray Choudhury Date: 9/22/2022 9:38:00 AM I see your mail, but there is no subject, and I am not able to open it. You are getting my mail - so I will send you my other email address. I am so glad to hear your book is out. You may not find a good publisher there. Later I will write to you about that. I will send you my address too. Talk later. BW ~ Mala

Valsa George Date: 9/21/2022 5:37:00 AM Such a lovely experience..... sailing as a life boat with a dolphin following you and you enjoying its antics ! Lovely penning Mala. Wish you all the Best in the contest! Login to Reply Malabika Ray Choudhury Date: 9/21/2022 6:43:00 AM Thank you, Valsa. Your visit is delightful - your comments are uplifting! Love ~ Mala

Irfanulla Shariff Date: 9/20/2022 10:34:00 AM A wonderful poem about your incredible rendezvous with dolphin. Great write! Malabika, Thank you for sharing. Login to Reply Malabika Ray Choudhury Date: 9/21/2022 5:14:00 AM Dear Poet, Thank you for visiting my page, and reading my poem. Your lovely comment truly inspired me. BW ~ Mala

Susan Lawrence Date: 9/20/2022 7:56:00 AM Dear Mala, I loved this encounter that comes to life with your wonderful mind and heart. There is nothing like the voyage of the dolphin at sea when one is alone and gets to journey with these majestic creatures. I too have experienced this and it is and awesome moment bringing tears to my eyes. Love to you, Susan :) Login to Reply Malabika Ray Choudhury Date: 9/21/2022 5:13:00 AM Dear Susan, Thank you for visiting my page. It's a delight to see your comment - You inspire me. Love and blessings ~ Mala