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The Cliffs

High tide brings death to those trapped on the rocky beach The steep and sharp cliff harbors beauty and certain destruction, A history of demise for ship and soul has been told through the legends Of folk lore, it is said that the waves lull a man into hypnotic serenity. Peace and safety sweep over a mind and then the cliffs have their game. The lonesome call of the dolphin and shore birds beckon me... Return to the cliffs, find your true passion of life; you are safe here. Come you weary, find your rest and contentment... The waves spray a fine sea mist into the air, the air seems cleaner and fresher than any other place on earth. Sea creatures roam freely, across the sand unafraid of my human prescence in their domain. Waiting for the chance of a decomposing meal offered by the cliffs violent beating on my person. The cliff is the mother of the shoreline, protecting her creatures and providing the meals. The brave play games, tempting the cliffs with their very lives. I will walk away today, choosing to respect the cliffs power and the legends lore.

Copyright © | Year Posted 2010




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Date: 4/2/2010 8:39:00 PM
Reading this I can almost feel the sea hit the rock, it took me there...good write...thanks on Vigelante...God always gets them on their Judgment Day..Danny
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Date: 4/2/2010 12:44:00 PM
Such imagery and felt like I got lost in the words.. ...for ship and soul has been told through the legends.. awesome Soris.. so enjoyed reading today..luv.. Linda-Marie..
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Date: 4/2/2010 12:15:00 PM
Great write here in this one.. Very creative and expressive somewhat truthful_____Mom
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Date: 4/2/2010 8:44:00 AM
Doris, this piece takes me to the cliffs of Dover...How visual this piece. God Bless...Taz
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