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In Deep Peril

While sailing unimpeded in the sea of hope Sloshing over its expanding silver Like a sailor addicted to the sea Feeling the electric power of waves Unwilling to be restrained An avalanche of despair hit from behind Shattering my Titanic like egg shells I am now brutally ripped apart, Desperately clutching at the shattered pieces How a smiling visage turned sinister In no time before any hint could be got Here I am on a perilous voyage Swimming against the stab of fear With no lighthouse in view A float tossed about by an uncanny fate! Is my escape an armistice with life? I see someone swimming by my side A hooded assassin or a Saviour To drown me or take me to a safe shore I wonder! August.8.2022 Strong Emotions Poetry Contest Sponsor- Emile Pinet Emotions chosen- Hope, despair, fear

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Date: 8/11/2022 1:07:00 AM
Strong emotions captured well in your verse Valsa good luck. Hope your week is going well. Tom
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Date: 8/9/2022 11:27:00 AM
An extreme strong catharsis with the apt spontaneous metaphors. Another splendid share from your talented quill...
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Date: 8/8/2022 6:08:00 PM
Those are some strong emotions, indeed, Valsa. G.L. in the contest. :) gw
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Date: 8/8/2022 3:08:00 PM
Dear Valsa, navigating a ship over stormy seas is a hazardous task. A wonderful mixture of despair, sadness, and promise. You convey a large number of powerful sentiments, and that's ideal for the contest. Best wishes.
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Date: 8/8/2022 1:44:00 PM
Sailing in rough seas is perilous. Here in the Mediterranean many died drowned.
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Date: 8/8/2022 1:42:00 PM
A wonderful blend of fear, despair, and hope. Strong emotions you convey, Valsa--apt for the contest theme. Best to you.
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Date: 8/8/2022 11:23:00 AM
If you saw Trump streaking, best check out Starboard! Aloha!
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