Charles Messina Poet Verse

One More Boat Ride

Out on the ocean drifting, alone 
Thinking about- "His long and wonderful life" 
But with every wave pain he endures seeps deeper  
While sounds of the white caps help him to forget
The moon turns the tide to high before dark  
And so, he ponders; it's time...and he jumps!

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Mystic Rose Rose August 1, 2025 at 2:23 AM sounds like one last boat ride to me Charles, I hope this is fiction, loved it but stay on the dry side of town lol

Victor Buhagiar July 31, 2025 at 8:56 AM Very sad ending. Suicide is not a solution. Charles Messina July 31, 2025 at 7:20 PM I agree, Vic. But in his case the pain he endured was so unbearable that the easy way out was...suicide. Great to hear from you, dear friend.

Eileen Manassian July 31, 2025 at 4:14 AM Didn't expect that ending, but we never know how much pain he was enduring. Well written. Charles Messina July 31, 2025 at 7:22 PM Hi Eileen, in this case, the pain was extremely unbearable. Thanks for stopping by...much appreciated!

Bill Baker July 30, 2025 at 6:36 PM Dramatic ending to your poem and his life, Charles. Very engaging poetry, my friend. Bill Charles Messina July 31, 2025 at 7:24 PM Hey Bill. After cutting my lawn this afternoon and having to break every lap around, I felt his pain. (lol) Thank you, dear friend. ~CM

sara Etgen-Baker July 30, 2025 at 5:03 PM what poignant and sad words...deeply emotional read...and you did that in just six words...amazing! Faving & enjoy your evening, Sara

Paula Goldsmith July 30, 2025 at 11:21 AM What a powerful and sad write you have here. Never give up... Have a blessed day writing away.........