Charles Palmer Poet ABC

Shipwreck

Shipwreck
Sure fingers grip 
Quivering lips caressed by mist
Subversion in an inverse universe 
Obtuse life married to a hopeful mantra
Division of these harsh seas I seek
Of this boat captain I am 
Water erodes nothing but the iron it's made of
Oxidized severely weakened this handcrafted monster I built is
No anchor or tether
Turn back never
Event horizon and eventuality ring in my ears
Tepid eyes search these hostile waters
Once Id found it
The journey to it was long and egregious 
Cast out and banished I yearn for this paradise I'd like to call home
My thoughts are lost in this sea riddled with glass jars
My worst fear
Sunrise illuminates the ferocity of what is ahead
Focus and determination scorch my features 
I remember that moment
This hidden paradise eludes me
My vessel Elizabeth 
Her vengeance is evident with a glance to my wake 
Best for a lasting uncharted effort
Released my grip for another
Firm I grasp 
Two clicks 
All ahead full

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Poet Destroyer A April 29, 2016 at 12:02 PM Hi Charles, Welcome to Poetry soup, I hope you enjoy the community. Here, you will find friendly poets who enjoy supporting one another. I myself, enjoy reading and commenting those who want to be read. The only time I give constructive criticism is when a poet desires it. However, if for some reason the poem is not my field I will guide you to someone who is more qualified than I. Stop by and read one of my poems if you like. My poems are not perfect, but I have a feeling you might like one. I encourage you to check out the contest page and read to receive comments. Tell me a little about your poetic skills if you like. It will be my pleasure to follow and read every poem you post from here on :) We are Lucky To Have you. Your New Poet Friend @-> LINDA <-@

Skat A April 29, 2016 at 11:34 AM Charles, Welcome to Poetry Soup. It will be a delight to read and become familiar with your poems in the future. As for now, I will greet you with the same smile others passed when I first joined the soup. Wishing you and your poetry the best. I hope you get to meet all the nice poets around here STARTING with me- SKAT :-) Please drop a hello and tell me a little about yourself if you wish. I would like to be your newest poetry soup "FRIEND" Hugs* SKAT

Lin Lane April 28, 2016 at 7:39 AM Captain, Charles. Looking at the sea before you is so much better than looking at the wake behind you. You've used wonderfully expressive phrases. ;) Lin Charles Palmer April 28, 2016 at 9:45 AM Thank you Lin! I appreciate you reading :)

Moon Flower April 27, 2016 at 8:46 PM That's the way to go! Congrats on your first entry and welcome to Poetry Soup, Charles. :) Charles Palmer April 28, 2016 at 9:46 AM Ms Flower, thank you for the warm welcome!