Life's Tempests

We ride the waves of innocence
on the ocean of The Now

From the depths of dank
the evil stalks our bow

It's little that we can do
to keep all our decks so clear

For in our minds as we list each way
the demons are right here

Storms rage from time to time,
yes they come and go

When the next one pops up dear Captain,
one will never know

That's the fateful tale for those
who go off to sail the sea

For all of us that's the truth
that's forever meant to be
Copyright © | Year Posted 2018

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Kauffman Avatar
May 12, 2020 at 12:44 AM
Greg, couplets that flow like the tides! Wonderful metaphor for life's tempests! And you brought the poem to a great conclusion. Congratulations!
Gaul Avatar
May 12, 2020 at 7:42 AM
Thanks so much Sam. Your comments and visits are most appreciated.
Gauthier Avatar
October 21, 2018 at 8:57 PM
Well done, Greg. Congrats on your top win.
Gaul Avatar
October 26, 2018 at 1:37 PM
Greatly appreciate your support Line.
Pigeon Tart Avatar
October 19, 2018 at 8:14 AM
This is great! Enjoyed :) xomo
Gaul Avatar
October 19, 2018 at 1:47 PM
Maureen, I'm overboard with your appreciation of my little verse. Thanks so much. Namaste.
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