The Calming Seas

"I love the sea, its crashing waves are perfect imitation of the chaos in my soul."                                            
                                             - Makhaira

               The seas exude a calm that is unique,
Rising from tortured waves that can't stand still,
      When her mind’s in a whirl and oh so bleak!
She watches the warring waves and feels thrilled…

Their rise and fall mirrors her ups and downs,
                     Into the far horizon she gazes,
She is mesmerized by the rhythmic sounds,
       Soft beats in the endless sand amazes,

                 A walk by the seas, ‘tis balm to her soul,
            The bottomless waters wash ‘way her cares,
Her legs wrapped in the warm sand, she feels whole,
                Sitting on the shore, she longingly stares…

       The seas understand her best ~ yes, they do,
             For they let her be, free to roam and see,
They don’t question her tears when she feels blue,
         So that’s where she goes in sadness or glee.



written on 08.19.2021

posted on 08.21.2021

For Constance La France's "Writing Prompt, Oceans or Seas" contest
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La France Avatar
August 27, 2021 at 6:16 AM
Jo, beautiful, and congratulations on your win in my Writing Prompt - Oceans and Seas, adore the images and the quotation ~ love and serenity _Constance
Goldsmith Avatar
August 26, 2021 at 8:22 AM
Congratulations on your win. I love the sea and this wonderful write/pictures. I love this line, "The seas understand her best ~ yes, they do," So Very True. Have a great/blessed day.................
Mitra Avatar
August 25, 2021 at 11:01 PM
Such a heart felt poem dear Jo...Congrats on a top win....much love :)
Ray Choudhury Avatar
August 25, 2021 at 1:35 PM
Congratulations on your top win, Jo. It's truly outstanding. This poems brings a calming effect on me - sending to my faves, Dear Friend. Pictures are surreal! BW ~ Mala
Balasubramanian Avatar
August 22, 2021 at 11:31 AM
This is simply outstanding. Adding to my favourites
Pandit Avatar
August 21, 2021 at 6:04 AM
A soothing sight you created with this beautiful ambiance of seas.
Kannan Avatar
August 21, 2021 at 3:41 AM
Such a beautiful write... Lovely imagery throughout...
Buhagiar Avatar
August 21, 2021 at 1:00 AM
A great metaphoric write. Well done. Hugs
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