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The Bay

She whispers, ‘Stay’
yet I find myself heading toward the bay

I start with a hike though the woods
if only the way I knew I could

And then the marshes to soak my feet
I’m on my way to a divine treat 

And then there is the entrance to the bay
So little time to release what I have to say

To immerse myself up to my neck
In cooling waters, oh what the heck 

It’s late at night and I see the stars
Will they wish me goodbye so near or far

I hold glimpse to the waxing moon
My spiritual turnover is coming soon 

Will she miss me my darling love
We were soulmates attached from above

I hear the ghostly fisherman’s bell
And now it’s time for me to go to hell

Don’t cry for me today
It was just an outing to the bay
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Crandall Avatar
November 14, 2024 at 11:02 AM
Robert, nice poem about a sad outing to the bay
Dietrich Avatar
November 2, 2024 at 7:22 PM
Oh wow. One of your best, Robert. So heartfelt . I love this. Congrats on POTD. A fave here
Kaufman Avatar
November 2, 2024 at 1:50 PM
Dear Robert, Congratulations on this soul filled POTD. I loved the way you took the readers along with the journey and the eerie line "ghostly fisherman's bell", so well expressed. Blessings dear poet.
Nicole Avatar
November 2, 2024 at 11:16 AM
So many deal with scattered emotions. While unable to truly focus, they wish the pain to be over with. So sad. Life is precious, indeed. Your thoughts tug deeply at my heart Robert. Congratulations my dear friend, on Poem of the Day. My best to you. Hugs, Brandy
Kauffman Avatar
November 2, 2024 at 10:49 AM
Congratulations on your POTD, Robert, with this image rich, metaphoric rich poem! Blessings to you.
Goldsmith Avatar
November 2, 2024 at 8:11 AM
Back with Congratulations on your POTD win. I enjoyed reading your wonderful yet sad story/write again. Health both mental or physical can be a challenge. Have a very blessed autumn day/weekend writing away with your win...............
Empress Avatar
November 2, 2024 at 8:03 AM
Dear Robert,Congratulations on POTD. More men should speak up about suicide, mental health issues , emotions and more. Well deserved! Enjoy your day
Liguori Avatar
November 2, 2024 at 4:08 PM
Thank you Ink. And I agree with you about speaking up. You have a nice day too.
Rodrigues Avatar
November 2, 2024 at 7:49 AM
A haunting write, Robert. Congrats on POTD!
Gentile Avatar
November 2, 2024 at 7:21 AM
James, congratulations on your POTD honors! Enjoy your day!!
May Avatar
November 2, 2024 at 6:39 AM
You highlight a very serious issue of mental health in this somber verse, Congrats on POTD
Liguori Avatar
November 2, 2024 at 6:11 AM
Thank you everyone for appreciating my poem and honoring it with POTD. It really is about the journey of mental health and the demons that some of us have inside. In the end though, let’s hope there is always light at the end of the tunnel.
Kitchin Avatar
November 2, 2024 at 5:22 AM
Robert, nicely penned, congratulations on POTD.
Rodgers Avatar
November 2, 2024 at 4:17 AM
Hello James, Congrats and you beautifully captured the bittersweet essence of memory and loss. I love how nature intertwined with personal reflection. I felt the weight of nostalgia and the haunting questions of what was and what remains. Oh the harsh reality of innocene of childhood and starkness of adulthood. Excellent POTD! Autumn Blessings, My Friend, Daniel
Mcintosh Avatar
November 2, 2024 at 2:19 AM
Hummm... intriguing walk through your world. God bless you much. Congrats on POTD. Love, Gina
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November 2, 2024 at 2:17 AM
Sometimes one needs an outing on the bay, to decide whether one has to go or stay. A wonderful read Robert, congratulations on receiving the honour of poem of the day… Beryl
Jones Avatar
November 2, 2024 at 1:01 AM
Congratulations on POTD. I hope you know you are worthy of life and living ,if only for your poetry. It and you are a gift to us all.
Cunningham Avatar
November 2, 2024 at 12:32 AM
Quite a sad emotional write James, congratulations to you on the honour of POTD. . Tom
Empress Avatar
November 1, 2024 at 1:10 PM
Dear Robert, This is so sad, and so poignant, as i know sometimes even love cant save someone that believes and longs for eternal peace in a place away from the worldly chaos that they breathe in, its never easy, mental health, and suicide is a subject that needs more attention, i see so many struggle in life and i wish this world would be a better place for many. As we are all fighting something in silence …youv also painted imagery in such a vivid and soul hitting manner! Felt this! FAVE! Sending you light always, and i Hope whoever reads this would know they aren’t alone and theres always a reason or more to stay, just keep breathing
Goldsmith Avatar
November 1, 2024 at 10:22 AM
I enjoyed reading your wonderful story/write. Have a blessed autumn day writing away ...............
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