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Paddling on an Old Canoe

Paddling on a swirling river.
Her husband takes the right.
His wife uses her powerful left hand.
Oh, what a truly serene feeling.
Gently gliding over the rippling water,
As the moon mesmerises the sweet scene,
Stars twinkle in the vast, darkening sunset sky.

They paddle in a sing-song, singing off-key.
One, two, kiss me sweet, kiss me soft.
Moonlight dances on the rippling river.
Their hearts entwined in an elated effect.

The peaceful sounds of flowing water 
Mingle with the thrushes. chirping wildlife.
But as water seems to seep into the old canoe,
They paddle to the shore and safety.
And on the dew grass, they hug and kiss,
Their old canoe is truly drowned in the abyss.
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De Beaulieu Avatar
April 14, 2025 at 12:05 PM
Hello Victor, I use to go canoeing with my husband. it was my first time. I got him all wet. The pier was high so I found it ha4d to get into and out of the canoe. I still had fun. Enjoy yoour day my friend. /Darlene/
Williams Avatar
April 11, 2025 at 4:40 AM
Dear Victor, this was such a lovely read—it felt like a little escape into a quiet, romantic moment. I could hear the water, see the moonlight dancing, and feel the joy of just being in sync with someone you love. That line “one, two, kiss me sweet…” really made me smile—it’s so sweet and playful. I'll be posting a video tomorrow on YouTube, hope you;ll stop by...Hugs
Rodgers Avatar
April 8, 2025 at 9:14 AM
Dear Victor! Such a beautiful moment of connection and adventure! I love how you blend the serene imagery of paddling on the river with the playful energy of the couple singing off-key. The contrast of joy and the looming danger of the canoe sinking adds depth and excitement. Truly inspiring! Spring Blessings, My Dear Friend, Daniel
Rolland Avatar
April 8, 2025 at 4:49 AM
waw, this is beautiful, great communion wit(h nature and soulmates may be, your are a talented poet and very inspiring, bravo et merci
Gifford Avatar
April 7, 2025 at 9:39 AM
Hello Victor both picture and poem are romantically beautiful. Nicely written. Have a wonderful day, my friend.
DiMino Avatar
April 7, 2025 at 9:04 AM
Delightful, fun read! You have an amazing ability to pain divine images. Very human, basic interactions that we all can remember and relate happily to. A lovely lake, canoeing with someone you love. Thank you, Victor. Great read! And fish had a new underwater shelter.
Rose  Avatar
April 7, 2025 at 8:57 AM
what a lovely love story to dream by dear Victor, well written, :)
Empress Avatar
April 7, 2025 at 7:33 AM
This is so beautiful deat victor, Love the way youv written in such a descriptive manner as always giving us readers little details while doing such poetic storytelling, I love canoeing when the sea is calm, especially with my son, Pleasure reading your seamless write today! Sending you light always!
Singh Avatar
April 7, 2025 at 6:27 AM
Very nice.I love their lives and the poem.
Kendrick Avatar
April 7, 2025 at 4:24 AM
Creating a romantic scene in an exceptional way. I would have to laugh because my husband would be saying paddle faster or you are paddling all wrong. You don't know how to paddle. LOL..Thanks for sharing as I still chuckle at how it would be going for us. Sara K...I like it though. A very nice work.
George Avatar
April 6, 2025 at 10:05 PM
What a serene scene! Thank God, they were almost close to the shore when water began getting into the canoe. Thus they saved themselves from drowning and made them swing with the tides of love!
Buehler Avatar
April 6, 2025 at 9:06 PM
A wonderful time was had, before the canoe sank, and luckily they made it to shore without getting drenched. This is another engrossing, delightful story, Victor.
Rodrigues Avatar
April 6, 2025 at 10:59 AM
A mesmerizing poem! Their love outlasts the canoe! Hugs
Read Avatar
April 6, 2025 at 10:08 AM
Their old canoe may be gone, but their love still goes on, enjoyed reading your poem Victor have a lovely day.
Cunningham Avatar
April 6, 2025 at 7:04 AM
You created a very peaceful scene Victor that ends in romantic passion. Tom
Sands Avatar
April 6, 2025 at 7:04 AM
I used to go canoeing a lot. I love this beautiful poem . A Fave! :)
Andresen Avatar
April 6, 2025 at 4:34 AM
- A romantic trip on the river by canoe, Victor ... but the boat must be reliable - hugs
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