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Contest: A Poem Inspired By A Song 

The Breeze and I

The breeze whispers in my ears:
My love refuses to join me for a ride.
Let's move out towards the sea
Over choppy waves on currents adrift.

See, my boat is in full speed,
My strong breeze has filled my sails.
And speedily all is glee.
The hot air on the beach is far behind.

For now, it's all fresh and clean.
Dolphins jump out of the waves, 
Spraying droplets all around,
They go down again towards the deep.

The breeze helps me see wonders.
So blow as much as you need,
Until the hour approaches. 
Crimson sunsets colour the distant bay.

Back I turn to my quiet quay.
Find haven in some quirky bar,
To drink a mug of cold beer.
Yet I feel all alone.  Why have you left me?

The breeze whispers goodbye.
Perspiration is all over my face.
Loneliness grips my heart.
I will never find relief.


Inspired by the Song "The Breeze and I" sung by Caterina Valente.

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Miller Avatar
November 27, 2025 at 1:26 AM
Tis song reminds me of my childhood, a song my Father was oft want to play, much to the annoyance of my mother, great poem, congrats on POTD and thank you for the memory
George Avatar
November 24, 2025 at 10:50 PM
Back to your lovely poem with Congratulations on your well deserved POTD. Have a pleasant week ahead dear Victor!
May Avatar
November 24, 2025 at 10:31 AM
Congrats on your win Very nicely penned
Rodgers Avatar
November 24, 2025 at 8:41 AM
Hello Victor, Congrats on POTD! You moved me from motion into stillness, from wonder into solitude, the shift between freedom and absence. O how the joy can dissolve into loneliness when companionship is missing. Excellent, my Friend! Autumn Blessings, Victor, Daniel
Hawley Avatar
November 22, 2025 at 8:55 PM
I see this got POTD a few days ago. Congrats!
Dietrich Avatar
November 20, 2025 at 10:30 PM
This is so nice, Victor. I see you got a POTD too. Big congrats for that. Sorry I don't know the song
Nicole Avatar
November 20, 2025 at 7:54 PM
The wind. Sometimes light and carefree, and other times, barely there. Your thoughts hold many emotions, my dear friend. Congratulations on Poem of the Day. Many wonderful blessings to you, Victor. Hugs, Brandy
Gifford Avatar
November 20, 2025 at 10:03 AM
Hello Victor, congratulations on winning POTD with your beautiful poem. A bit sad about the loneliness but beautifully written. Have a great day, my poet friend.
Alhemaidy Avatar
November 20, 2025 at 10:03 AM
Nice! Congratulations on your POTD :-)
Greenhough Avatar
November 20, 2025 at 8:32 AM
Wow. Another POTD. Congratulations. Your intense, romantic verses are worthy of awards.
Goldsmith Avatar
November 20, 2025 at 6:24 AM
Back with Congratulations on your POTD win. I enjoyed reading your lovely/wonderful write again. Have a Blessed day writing away with your wonderful win.............
Etgen-Baker Avatar
November 20, 2025 at 5:02 AM
returning, delighted that your poem was designated as POTD.
Rodrigues Avatar
November 20, 2025 at 4:05 AM
Dear one, congrats on POTD! Love the sea imagery and feel the deepest sympathy at the loneliness. Hugs
Kitchin Avatar
November 20, 2025 at 3:29 AM
Victor, beautiful imagery in your emotive poem. Congratulations on POTD.
Edmonds  Avatar
November 20, 2025 at 2:22 AM
Lovely poetry Victor, congratulations on having received the honour of poem of the day… Beryl
Greenhough Avatar
November 20, 2025 at 12:39 AM
Such beautiful scenery needs company. May you find the one. I like the description in your verse. Good luck.
Jones Avatar
November 20, 2025 at 12:39 AM
Wonderful write Victor! Is it for contest? Congratulations anyway on potd!
Rolland Avatar
November 19, 2025 at 9:08 PM
reading can be a wonderful adventure, thanks poet
Rose  Avatar
November 19, 2025 at 3:46 PM
May you always recall the crimson sunsets and the vibrant days of your lifetime Victor, it helps to remember, and be glad it all happened, love your heart :)
Etgen-Baker Avatar
November 19, 2025 at 3:19 PM
well written, Victor. Your imagery and word choice made me feel as if I was experiencing the breeze as well as the loneliness at the end. faving
DiMino Avatar
November 19, 2025 at 11:26 AM
Quite a brilliant poem. No matter how perfect life is, there will always be a sense of loss, something missing. It is a longer to be one again with heaven and our God.
Goldsmith Avatar
November 19, 2025 at 10:28 AM
"The Breeze and I" is a lovely/wonderful write. What a great ending you have here. I really like this one. "Good Luck" I did, "Hark The Herald Angels Sing ~ Song." Have a Very Blessed day writing away.........
Poet Avatar
November 19, 2025 at 8:40 AM
Your poem, Victor, resonated deeply with me; the ocean beckons to my spirit. Soon, I shall travel to Malte, to behold those splendid vistas that linger in my dreams.
Daniel Avatar
November 19, 2025 at 4:23 AM
Very nice poem. I'm off to hear the song behind this... :)
Legros Kelley Avatar
November 18, 2025 at 10:08 PM
I enjoyed you poem Victor, I love the ocean, and miss seeing dolphins, they are a cheerful lot :) I have never heard this song, my goodness, what an amazing soprano voice! I enjoyed the video scenes as well.
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