Relics of the Blue

They boarded the mighty ship on a fateful trip
 And waved to those ashore who craved a last goodbye,
 The ship set sail without fail as champagne they did sip
 The vessel's might was their delight, what could go awry?

 They had it all, the sea was theirs they had no fears
 They ate caviar from the bar and dined in grand style
 Clinked their glasses with the lasses as they shouted 'cheers'
 But soon they'd find that fate's unkind, and full of guile

 They didn't think the ship could sink
 With pomp and pride they took the ride
 But mightier than it was the iceberg they hit
 'Twas then they knew that out of the blue they'd be captives of the tide

 With lifeboats few they got a clue
 That Davy Jones would keep their bones,
 In the sea, they would forever be, relics of the blue
 And people wailed for the ship that failed, how mighty were its groans

 10-26-2020

Copyright © | Year Posted 2020



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Date: 11/3/2020 7:46:00 AM
The Titanic's fate was sealed - a mighty ship brought to rest at its best. You describe it as it was Joseph, splendor, joy and opulence which all the passengers wold have traded in order to live. Kudos my friend and congratulations on another splendid win. Hugs and blessings, Jennifer.
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Date: 11/2/2020 8:53:00 PM
"In the sea, they would forever be, relics of the blue" Oh my !! I have chills just thinking about it. Such a tragedy indeed. My heart drops every time I think of Titanic. This is so beautifully written and presented. Tender and heartfelt as well. ~ Brandy
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Date: 11/1/2020 6:21:00 PM
Hi Joseph, You penned this well. Congratulations on a well deserved win. Have a wonderful night:-) Alexis
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Date: 10/31/2020 6:02:00 AM
That had to be one horrible ordeal for all who were there and their loved ones who waited on either shore. Congrats on this winner. Sara
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Date: 10/29/2020 5:22:00 PM
I really enjoyed this one on the Titanic, joseph. How lucky were those that survived!!
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Date: 10/29/2020 7:49:00 AM
Excellent, descriptive narrative poem, Joseph. The Davy Jones line really stands out! Janice
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Date: 10/28/2020 4:09:00 AM
- The most deadly civilian maritime disaster, Joseph ... a story we all know, great written - hugs // Anne-Lise :)
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Date: 10/27/2020 6:22:00 AM
Titanic tragedy well described, Joseph, tragic event though...
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Date: 10/26/2020 7:40:00 PM
Titanic lives in infamy.
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Date: 10/26/2020 3:04:00 PM
Unbelievable how this tragedy happened. Your poem evokes those human feelings--nature had its own plans.
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Date: 10/26/2020 11:54:00 AM
Enjoyed your verse Joseph, such a tragic story, all the sealed bulkheads were punctured below the water line, they had no chance. Tom
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Date: 10/26/2020 11:46:00 AM
Very sad event.. Well written
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Date: 10/26/2020 11:14:00 AM
Bad design for the Titanic. I think it could not maneuver properly. So many dead. Loved your poem. ~~
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