The Brine, It Is a Calling

Elusive dreams, I wait on rocky shores
Looking out upon the waters of a troubled storm
Crashing, tearing, reaching to drag me under
Swirling about my ankles, slick rocks beneath my feet.
 
Will you reach for me when I am falling?
Will you watch me as I drown?
Will you feel any sorrow if I left you?
Would you help me find solid ground?
 
Siren voices whisper and entice me
Foggy mists beyond my reach
Dancing, calling, whispering of a silent sleep,
If I but release my hold and swim in waters deep.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2010

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January 10, 2025 at 8:44 PM
Lena, I really like the feel of this poem. Questions posed add to the charm of this well-crafted poem about relationship.
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January 4, 2025 at 5:47 PM
Very awesome poem. I enjoyed this poem. Thanks for sharing.
Perna Avatar
January 4, 2025 at 2:10 PM
Lovely poem!
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January 4, 2025 at 1:45 PM
Sublime imagery. I love this poem. Well written.
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September 15, 2024 at 2:17 AM
Lena, a feeling I believe we all secretly hold, but never reveal, beautiful poetry! jimbo
Byars Avatar
August 5, 2012 at 11:43 AM
I just love this poem! I'm lost for words. But lol, that won't last long.
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July 31, 2012 at 11:54 PM
LENA, stopping by to read a couple of poems. CONGRATULATIONS!! :-) with your featured poem of the week. Goodnight~ LUV~ PD
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August 10, 2012 at 8:48 PM
Thanks for reading the poem and for looking at a few of my others. I really appreciate it.
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August 3, 2011 at 3:06 PM
Congratulations on your poetry making it through round one in the PoetrySoup International Poetry contest Lena. I wish you the best in the final round. Love, Carol
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May 21, 2010 at 11:33 AM
Hello Lena: Cool poem. It reminds me of one of my poems. Have a great day. Yours truly: Sheol
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