Storms of Life

The stormy seas of life

Wages battle against the turmoil and strife

In a whirl or in an ebb

A rip tide seems to be in my head

Rough waters against the jagged edge

Hoping there are calmer seas ahead

A turbulent wave or two

Rocks the boat gently to and fro

The waves beat against the shore

Waters be at peace we want no more

Be calm be gentle in my mind

Leave the rough waters behind

Lap gently upon the sand

Feel the smooth touch upon thy hand

Sands of time run all day 

From here to eternity they say
Copyright © | Year Posted 2006

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February 20, 2013 at 11:35 AM
DEar Phyllis, An excellent POEM about how rocky Life can be. The ending is so soothing. I know I will enjoy reading YOUR Marvelous POETIC Art. Soup MAIL for real I sent it before I wrote this LOVE YOU ALWAYS and FOREVER YOUR Eternal Liege...Harry
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October 15, 2010 at 4:52 PM
Yes, those sands of time, how they do run on and on with no end. I will be reading all your old poems to comment to you! You sound much like I was when I was pregnant, how I loved good food then! Luv, Andrea
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January 16, 2010 at 4:37 PM
great use of imagery, excellent rhyming 2-- ~Skyy
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January 12, 2010 at 1:41 PM
Storms are what make the good times better. We all face them. Congrats on a great feature. Vince
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January 11, 2010 at 1:39 PM
Many congratulations on your well deserved poetry being featured this week Phyliss >> James
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January 11, 2010 at 11:00 AM
Congratulations on your featured poem! Laura
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January 11, 2010 at 4:40 AM
Congratulations on your well deserved poetry being featured this week Phyliss. Love, Carol
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January 11, 2010 at 1:37 AM
Beautiful poetry, Phyllis. Thank you for sharing. Love, Lainie
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January 11, 2010 at 12:02 AM
Congrats on your feature poem this week Phyllis.Rgds Brian
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January 10, 2010 at 4:07 PM
Congrats on your amazing feature poem this week! Very well deserved as always. Truly enjoyed reading. Happy New Year! Love Light Patty
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January 10, 2010 at 2:06 PM
Nice use of rhyme and imagery. Congratulations on having your poem featured. Enjoy your honor! Keep on writing. Karen
Fisher Avatar
January 10, 2010 at 12:09 PM
Phyllis - Many conrats on your wonderful poem being featured this week. I hope you find your harbour from the stormy seas. Many regards Janette
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