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Ocean Poetry Contest

Sponsored by Ink Empress

First Place

9/13/23

Poem Of The Day

The waves crushing her tiny body with striking blows White creamy wash caresses her golden skin as the wave slows Moving sluggishly towards the horizon Because of a recurring vision she hopes she’ll arise in Her feet digging deep into the sand as it sinks between her toes Emersed, with arms folded she prepares and off she goes The cool oceans breeze kisses her beet-red cheeks It knows what she’s come for and what she seeks Sunshine drips onto coppery auburn locks shimmering, it lifts A pale honey-wheat straw sunhat spins away and drifts Almost completely submerged in salty brazen waters Compelled at this point with the nauticus mythic plotters Shut against blaring sunrays are her deep emerald eyes Her sunburnt face gazing up at vanilla skys She meditates on what had before appeared, a glimpse Of the siren with long flowing raven hair and other nymphs Teeth chattering to tapping sounds like wooden castanets do Contain her trembling lips she can’t, they turn purplish merlot-blue Shaking from an Autumn’s cold spell, she imagines she’s a mermaid But diving in opaque murky silt wasn’t what she had expected Her bare flesh emerging from impure poisonous rot of green Blood red ripples dripping from the clouds that are unseen Neither she nor the fierce Cyrene, Apollos wife the naiad should dread Numbing overcomes her at last she hears the siren singing in her head Paralyzing fragments of her hallucination now bestow A gifted sacrifice her (secret thoughts) needed for soothing waves to flow In the distance a cranberry sun sets, now streaks of pink implores A darkened blue-green sea, maroon and sapphire shores A beautiful mermaid appears and thanks her for her secret thought That only love for the deep blue sea (the ocean is life) and to all this be taught

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Sotto Poet

Date: 9/18/2023 5:44:00 AM

Hearty congratulations on your amply deserved Podium win, Dear Anaya, with this wonderous poem about the ocean

I Am Anaya
Date: 9/24/2023 3:03:00 PM

Belated thank you, Sotto Poet! A mermaid's dream, clean sky and ocean!

Speaks Volumes

Date: 9/18/2023 5:30:00 AM

Back with congrats on a well deserved win, U still XL. from SV

I Am Anaya
Date: 9/24/2023 3:00:00 PM

Belated thank you, sweet poetess! It was a joy and an honor, I never tire of your comments. Best to you :)

Ink Empress

Date: 9/18/2023 3:58:00 AM

Dear talented poestess, i read this so many times and every time i read it i found something to appreciate more! Not sure where to begin praising, it feels like you knew exactly what i would like, the colors, imagery, your use of mythology, and so much more that defines ocean at its finest truly left me in awe! I love the flow and the way this ends is beyond impeccable. Seamless flow and so artistic. Left an everlasting impression! Thank you for writing. CONGRATULATIONS.

I Am Anaya
Date: 9/24/2023 2:58:00 PM

Ink Empress, I got so much joy out your Ocean contest, I just knew it would be a tale of mermaids, the oceans polluted waters and more fantasy! A belated Thank you for your high placement, I am truly honored! Xhugs~Anaya

Hiya Sharma

Date: 9/18/2023 3:11:00 AM

Back with a heartiest congratulations on your lovely win in the contest, dear gorgeous Anaya, this poem is definitely a FAV for me, so well deserved, enjoy~ sending love :)

I Am Anaya
Date: 9/24/2023 2:51:00 PM

Belated thank you, Hiya! Thank you for faving. Warmest wishes and hugs.

Robert Gorelick

Date: 9/15/2023 1:03:00 PM

Your vivid imagery paints an allegorical tale of passions ebbing and flowing throughout our lives, capturing the overwhelming awesomeness of the sea. It's briny, roiling essence courses through our veins and stirs our emotions. The ocean beckons indeed! Congratulations, Robert

I Am Anaya
Date: 9/24/2023 2:49:00 PM

Belated thank you, Robert!

Tom Cunningham

Date: 9/15/2023 12:00:00 AM

Congratulations to you Anaya on the honour of POTD, congratulations. Tom

I Am Anaya
Date: 9/24/2023 2:48:00 PM

Belated thank you, Tom!

Brandy Nicole

Date: 9/14/2023 6:51:00 PM

Dear Anaya, there's something magical about the ocean and its beauty. You've taken us on a mystical journey, through your words. Congratulations my sweet friend, on Poem of the Day. Many wonderful blessings to you. :) Hugs, Brandy

I Am Anaya
Date: 9/14/2023 8:00:00 PM

Indeed, I've had such healing experiences, on occasion even transformative. Dearest Brandy it's so nice to have shared my journey with you, you've made my day brighter. Xhugs

I Am Anaya
Date: 9/14/2023 8:00:00 PM

*healing

Susan Lawrence

Date: 9/14/2023 6:06:00 PM

Anaya, You enveloped me in salt and sea and mermaid dreams . I loved the magical nuances you created . So much intimacy and emotion you bring to life with your sumptuous details ! Congratulations on POTD ! Hugs, Susan xx :)

I Am Anaya
Date: 9/14/2023 7:55:00 PM

Susan, may the magical nuances comfort you, In one way or another we're enticed and drawn into posidens awesome realm, so mysterious, yet familiar. Wishing you smooth sailings on your life's journey! Thank you. ~Xhugsx

Akkina Downing

Date: 9/14/2023 5:21:00 PM

Oh my gosh, this is absolutely stunning! Beautiful and empowering… BIG congratulations on POTD, beautiful poetess Anaya! Big smile for you ^_^

I Am Anaya
Date: 9/14/2023 5:54:00 PM

Hi Akkina, awe you are very kind, delighted you enjoyed! Xhugsx

Stephan McBride

Date: 9/14/2023 5:06:00 PM

Congratulations on POTD, beautiful masterpiece created : )

I Am Anaya
Date: 9/14/2023 5:53:00 PM

Thank you, Stephan! :)

Constance La France

Date: 9/14/2023 3:16:00 PM

Anaya, a beautiful poem and congratulations on receiving the POEM OF THE DAY honor.

I Am Anaya
Date: 9/14/2023 5:52:00 PM

Thank you, Constance! Xhugsx

Sam Kauffman

Date: 9/14/2023 11:46:00 AM

Such striking visual and emotional images, Anaya! Truly a mystical mix! Indeed the sea does beckon. Congratulations on your POTD honor! So happy for you! Blessings.

I Am Anaya
Date: 9/14/2023 1:05:00 PM

Hi Sam, thank you!!! Wishing you soothing sudsey waves and dreamy siren songs ;D

Speaks Volumes

Date: 9/14/2023 9:12:00 AM

A well deserved POTD lovely Anaya. Back to say congratulations. So glad it was awarded this honor. A stunning poem with wonderful descriptive passages heartfelt emotion and flowing Rhyme. All the elements of an exceptional poem. ***********UXL*********** Best wishes from SV.

I Am Anaya
Date: 9/14/2023 9:40:00 AM

Hi S.V., awe, I really appreciate your kind support and comments! XL, love that! Warmest wishes back to you my poetess friend! :) xhugsx

Bill Baker

Date: 9/14/2023 8:46:00 AM

Thank you for sharing this beautiful poem with us, Anaya. Your imagery is breathtaking. Your enhanced colors are very creative. Congratulations on your POTD! Enjoy your special day of recognition, my friend. Bill

I Am Anaya
Date: 9/14/2023 9:37:00 AM

Hi Bill, thank you very much! I am grateful for your kind support and the honor. xhugsx

Malabika Ray Choudhury

Date: 9/14/2023 6:16:00 AM

Dear Poet, Congratulations on an enchanting piece of poetry receiving POTD. Enjoyed and loved your poem - with mythical and mystical hues. Images like "A darkened blue-green sea, maroon and sapphire shores" carry our imagination far, and "The ocean Is Life" - what a beautiful poetic utterance ! Love ~

I Am Anaya
Date: 9/14/2023 9:34:00 AM

Hi Malabika, thank you! I've plenty of inspiration and love for the ocean. :) Xhugsx

Nancy Kaufman

Date: 9/14/2023 5:57:00 AM

I agree with Mr. Woody here. This is such a well deserved POTD dear poetess. It brilliantly highlights your gifts as a poetess. Outstanding work here.

I Am Anaya
Date: 9/14/2023 9:28:00 AM

Hi Nancy, I am glad that you agree, he is generous with his comments as you are. You are very kind, I'm honored. xhugs :)

Tom Woody

Date: 9/14/2023 5:33:00 AM

You pushed yourself on this one and dug deep. Mythical and whimsical with a hint of danger thrown in for good measure. Where you got the idea for this only you know. Quite the mini epic. And more than worthy potd

I Am Anaya
Date: 9/14/2023 9:24:00 AM

Yes! I worked on imagery, Tom and I am delighted for the accolades. Thank you my friend! Xhugs

Mike Gentile

Date: 9/14/2023 4:32:00 AM

Mystical and magical is your melange of ocean mist and mermaid! Your write is simply enchanting Anaya and a very worthy POTD! Congratulations xxoo

I Am Anaya
Date: 9/14/2023 9:22:00 AM

Hi Mike, thank you so much! A nice day to you. Xhugsx

Christina Bowring

Date: 9/14/2023 2:39:00 AM

This is a truly beautiful, visually stunning piece Anaya. So many wonderfully descriptive, poetic lines. Truly gorgeous- even the title! Many, many congratulations on a very worthy POTD! Applause! Enjoy your celebratory day. X

I Am Anaya
Date: 9/14/2023 8:47:00 AM

Hi Christina, I love the applause that's very sweet! Thank you. I am very honored. xhugs

Beryl Edmonds

Date: 9/14/2023 1:45:00 AM

So beautiful Anaya, what young girl has never dreamt of becoming a mermaid of the ocean dancing to the sirens call. Congratulations on receiving the honour of poem of the day… Belle

I Am Anaya
Date: 9/14/2023 8:44:00 AM

Belle, I'm delighted you enjoyed my YA/Fantasy! Thank you very much. xhugs

Anne-Lise Andresen

Date: 9/14/2023 1:40:00 AM

- Woow....I really got caught up in this wonderful poem, Anaya...congratulations on your p.o.t.d. ... well deserved :) - hugs

I Am Anaya
Date: 9/14/2023 8:41:00 AM

Anne-Lise, thank you! A wonderful surprise. xhugs

Unseeking Seeker

Date: 9/14/2023 1:38:00 AM

Mind blowing poetry, what imagery! Warmest congratulations on POTD, Anaya

I Am Anaya
Date: 9/14/2023 8:38:00 AM

U.S. thank you so much!

Maria Fernandez-Garcia

Date: 9/14/2023 12:46:00 AM

Fantastic poem Anaya. I really enjoyed it. CONGRATULATIONS on POTD. Have a nice day. Enjoy...!

I Am Anaya
Date: 9/14/2023 8:37:00 AM

Hi Maria, thank you so much!

Charles Messina

Date: 9/13/2023 3:40:00 AM

Stunning poetry, Anaya. Beautifully written, my dear friend. Best wishes in the contest. Hugs Charlie

I Am Anaya
Date: 9/13/2023 1:02:00 PM

Thank you, Charlie! Your collaboration is amazing, great job, it needs more exposure! You have chosen the creme de la creme, bravo!

Hiya Sharma

Date: 9/13/2023 3:03:00 AM

Oh my gosh, this is actually a really stunning and magnificent take for the contest!!Being an ocean lover, I was all enchanted by the breathtaking imageries that you hued in front of my eyes with your poetically rich words.All these sea sewn wordplay and the brilliant colour references are just making me bewitched wow! I need to admit that this has become one of my fave from you, absolutely."Contain her trembling lips she can’t, they turn purplish merlot-blue", "A pale honey-wheat.. " Impeccable

I Am Anaya
Date: 9/13/2023 1:00:00 PM

It is you, Hiya, who have inspired us, me to color my world, my muse thanks you. I appreciate you so much. Thank you, xhugsx ~Anaya