My God

My God ...

I’m ancient now I’m ever so old,
As if I’m a story forever told.
Her calls a lasting bagpiped tune,
Carried upon the mist and moon.

To my left the water runs deep,
‘n to my right the cliffs so steep.
I walk the night with eyes that seek,
Her slippery path a watery streak.

The movement itself is subtle and faint. 
There is a sense of silent restraint.
The light is dim, so I can only guess.
And then a flash, my God ... my Ness!
Copyright © | Year Posted 2017

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Marcum Wong Avatar
February 1, 2018 at 2:55 PM
Wow Jerry, your brilliant poem lingers on in memory! It so impresses emotions that run deep, especially for those of us with close ancestry to the island. I absolutely love your entry. Congratulations on your most deserving second placement. A Fave for me! : )
Hackett Avatar
February 1, 2018 at 3:21 PM
Thank you
Haight Avatar
January 31, 2018 at 4:23 PM
Nice poem, Jerry. Congratulations on your win! Sandra
Hackett Avatar
February 1, 2018 at 3:21 PM
Thanks
Smith Avatar
January 31, 2018 at 3:00 PM
Congrats Jerry, much enjoyed :)
Hackett Avatar
February 1, 2018 at 3:22 PM
Thanks, Gary Smith from USNA?
Gauthier Avatar
January 31, 2018 at 2:36 PM
My God, Jerry, what a moving poem. Somehow goes right to the heart. I love it and just had to FAVE it! Congrats on your well deserved win.
Hackett Avatar
February 1, 2018 at 3:23 PM
Thank you so much
Roper Avatar
January 31, 2018 at 12:23 PM
Awesome write, Jerry, congratulation on your win ! Hugs Eve ~`*
Hackett Avatar
February 1, 2018 at 3:24 PM
Thanks Eve
Rodrigues Avatar
January 31, 2018 at 12:08 PM
Congrats on your win!
Hackett Avatar
February 1, 2018 at 3:24 PM
Thank You
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