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Submission for Line Guthier's "Bite Size" Brevity Poetry Contest no. 86

Run Aground

Run Aground

Arr, Matey! Me ship has run aground,
In this shallow world, I search for character, but none to be found.
Through me spyglass, a foggy, distant world, unclear,
This incessant devil bird squawking in me ear.
A chest full of silver, gold, and jewels galore,
But what I treasure most is a love forevermore.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2024

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Hoffman Avatar
September 14, 2024 at 7:28 AM
I love the depth of your poem and so apt, especially in these times. Love is what makes the world go around and we need more of it. Brilliant read, my friend.
Empress Avatar
June 23, 2024 at 2:18 AM
A very deep and profound poem that flows with excellent rhymes. I resonates with“ In this shallow world, I search for character, but none to be found.” So true. And at the end of the day, love is what we cherish and love wins! Brilliant write
Wraith Avatar
June 23, 2024 at 9:12 AM
Thank you Ink, I am pleased it resonated with you. It is indeed difficult to find something real in this superficial world.
Greenhough Avatar
June 22, 2024 at 7:34 AM
This is a beauty of a poem. I love the imagination, the sea-going sailor setting, and the romanticism. Good ro fav.
Wraith Avatar
June 22, 2024 at 11:59 AM
I am so pleased you enjoyed this one Hilda, and to +fav this as well, WOW!! That is truly the best complement, Thank you so much.
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