Urban Sailor

A nice Freudian Quote: " We are imprisoners in the realm of life,
like a sailor on his tiny boat, on an infinite ocean."

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Row, row, the boat, love to feel the blast, 
Of sea wind over the face, so free and vast. 
Love to taste the salty water's splash, 
As sailboat dances on the ocean's dash.

This dream, the weekend urban sailor's prize, 
Adventures on the waves beneath the skies. 
Stranded on an isle, tales they would unfold, 
Of carnivorous plants, and dangers untold.

With sea breeze paradise, sailors find extreme delight,
Warmth of sun in sight, casting golden light, 
Fell asleep dreaming of past seafarers, their might, 
Their voyages and tales, under stars shining bright.

In Ireland's emerald isle so green, 
Brave sailors embarked; their spirits keen. 
They set their course 'cross the Atlantic's foam, 
To far-off lands they would call their home.

In England's ports, ships tall and grand, 
From every corner of the land, 
Ventured forth, o'er the raging tide, 
Their legacy, in tales, would reside.

Spain's armada, a mighty force, 
Crossed the oceans with no remorse. 
Conquistadors, driven by desire, 
Their conquests ignited the world on fire.

Norway's sons, the Vikings strong, 
Masters of the seas, their stories long. 
In dragon-headed ships, they would soar, 
Fearless to unknown lands they would explore.

Once, sailing was their life's dedication, 
To discover new world, their true vocation.
They played with dangers of cultures unknown, 
Fearing not the horizon, they would be thrown.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2023

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Xiang Avatar
August 5, 2023 at 9:42 AM
Thanks, Jay. I can feel the fearless explorers cutting through the waves though I may disagree that they are on their way to bettering others' lives. Your poem begs the question what have we lost sailing without a care on our cruise ships? You are a conquistador with your words.
Narain Avatar
August 5, 2023 at 1:29 PM
Sorry Triny. I have updated my poem. I did not want to pose as a conquistador with my words.
George Avatar
August 5, 2023 at 4:03 AM
Seafaring is always thrilling and adventurous. Though risky, sailors are driven by an irresistible urge to steer their ships through roaring waves. A beautiful poem. Congratulations on your win dear friend.
Andresen Avatar
August 4, 2023 at 2:17 PM
- Congratulations on your win in the contest, Jay :) - Have a lovely weekend :) - hugs
Andresen Avatar
August 3, 2023 at 1:29 PM
- A lovely and entertaining poem ... welcome to Norway, Jay - Best wishes in the contest :) - hugs
Goldsmith Avatar
August 3, 2023 at 1:07 PM
Your "ROW" is a wonderful write. Love the line, "With sea breeze so nice, a sailor's paradise," I love the salt sea breeze. I just put my "R" in. "Good Luck" Have a great day.............
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