Timothy Ray Poet Free verse

the reason i press on

as the day presses on
i find myself in an oasis or two
with you
surrounded in an ocean 
centered in seas of moments
that slowly assault the shore
roll back and into one another
a relentless tide, ever deepening
riptides of arms intertwined 
upon the seas, sails unfurled we are
tailwinds absorbed in destiny
a helm held in duality of solidarity
o my captain, o my first mate
woven into the fabric we are
it is in these sanctuaries
i find my refuge
the reason i press on
with the day
it holds an oasis in you

   Oregon   10/2/26

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Paul Callus October 4, 2026 at 2:07 AM You certainly have valid reason/s to press on, Timothy. I know how it feels to find an oasis in somebody special. ~ Regards // paul Timothy Ray October 5, 2026 at 11:05 AM that we share as such is greatness in life's gifts.....that such exists in the limns of others....1 Peter 4:10–11: Each person should use whatever gift they have received to serve others, faithfully administering God's grace in its various forms.

Gail Debole October 3, 2026 at 3:44 PM Your strong imagery paints a positive devoted view on life. It's a strong and beautiful poem. Thanks for sharing. Timothy Ray October 3, 2026 at 8:06 PM thank you....