Pining Island

far from the ground
a sun faced sea shines on me
no trouble i see but a sail with no wind
to catch no worry in the air
should i swim so long and tire arms
and reach the golden glaze ahead 
on islands set down to catch a glimpse 
of flocking beasts and friendly herds
Copyright © | Year Posted 2012

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May 17, 2012 at 10:12 PM
vICTORIA , congratulations in Brian's contest.. Take care and have yourself a good night ~ always* PD
Dietrich Avatar
May 17, 2012 at 8:26 PM
Congratulations on your HM with this beautiful poem
Brown Avatar
May 17, 2012 at 1:33 PM
Congratulations on you placement in Brian's "177" contest Victoria. Love, Carol
Richards Avatar
May 16, 2012 at 5:49 PM
Oh, I like this very much!! Congratulations ...and yes...keep on swimming!!! (and writing)!!
Guzzi Avatar
May 16, 2012 at 12:57 PM
leaves one wanting more...Congrad's on your win Light & Love
Williams Avatar
May 16, 2012 at 12:31 PM
Victoria congrats on your win..David
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May 16, 2012 at 12:00 PM
Congratulations on your HM Victoria
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