Waves On the Beach of Life

soft waves ripple the water,
               they come and they go,
           sprinkling seeds of fervent hope

   gentle waves tickle the sand,
            they come and they go,
       leaving dreams 
                   of rapture 
            behind

             Boastful waves CRASH into rocks,
    they come and they go,
           shattering dreams 
                           to  s m i t h e r e e n s

frantic waves expunge the sea foam,
         they come and they go,
    drowning 
           hope
              as
                it does

    silent waves creep back to the sea,
they come and they go,
        a cupful of  
              tears in tow
Copyright © | Year Posted 2009

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R Avatar
May 24, 2011 at 4:04 AM
Oh, I see you won a nr 1 here!:) No wonder, this is amazing! I love the way you used the waves to describe human feelings. Hugs again ^_^
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December 30, 2010 at 9:32 AM
Anythingthat has beach in the title gotta be good. From an ex-sailor (almost the ancient mariner) excellent write. Vince
Marcum Wong Avatar
August 25, 2010 at 4:35 AM
Excellent poem Nikko and a Big Congratulations on your number one win! I loved this poem. into my favorites file. Blessings, Connie
Brown Avatar
August 23, 2010 at 5:26 AM
Congratulations on your win Nikko in Deborah Guzzi's contest "Free Verse Jewels of the Crown". Love, Carol
Devonshire Avatar
August 22, 2010 at 3:06 PM
Great use of the free verse form, Nikko. Congratulations on your big win! Love, Carolyn
Guzzi Avatar
August 21, 2010 at 5:34 PM
Chris is just jealous! LOL just cause you can read the judge better than he...:0 ...Chris likes teasin so I'm teasing him...wonderful!
Mehta Avatar
August 21, 2010 at 5:34 PM
Congrats on the first place win, Nikko
Sweetheart Avatar
August 21, 2010 at 7:03 AM
Congrats Nikko on your first place win in Debbie's contest with this brilliant write.. enjoy ..ciao ..luv..
Dietrich Avatar
March 6, 2010 at 8:53 PM
Nikko, I am sorry I am so late congratulating you for this one. I am so behind in the contests. I will never be able to see all the winners. But I am so glad you were in top ten with this one. Andrea
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February 15, 2010 at 1:57 PM
Congratulations Nikko, on your success in John Heck's contest: Love - It Heals & It Hurts with this sad, but heartfelt poem. Your poetic skills shine. Lovingly, Dane Ann
Marcum Wong Avatar
February 13, 2010 at 5:23 AM
Nikko, I just love this poem! The rhythm, the flow, captivating! I am so glad to see you win with this one. Blessings, Connie
Jordan Avatar
February 11, 2010 at 6:39 AM
Nikko - This poem is living proof that sad and beautiful can fit together like a quality timepiece - Loved this poem, God Bless, mj
Richards Avatar
February 10, 2010 at 3:14 PM
What a wonderful piece this is...sad and beautiful! Congratulations on your win, Nikko! ~ Love, Carrie
Sweetheart Avatar
February 10, 2010 at 2:04 PM
Congrats Nikko on your winning poem in John's contest.. an amazing write for an amazing win..my friend.. thankxxx always for your precious poetry comments to me.. luv.. Linda-Marie..
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February 10, 2010 at 1:54 PM
Creative perspective in this poem. Nice sue of imagery. Congratulations on being one of the winners in John's contest. Enjoy your honor. Karen
Brown Avatar
February 10, 2010 at 12:47 PM
Congratulations on your win in John's contest Nikko. Love, Carol
Dietrich Avatar
January 17, 2010 at 7:28 AM
Very nice one, Nikko,and it sure got a lot of replies for ya! I am so happy you liked my Poems are Children to me. It's really how I feel. I did it actually a long time ago. I had several I wanted to use, but I think it was the ONE free verse that I had, so it was the only one that qualified. Writing about writing is so fun. Can't wait to see your entry. It'll probably blow mine out of the water. haha. thanks so much for all your comments. LUv, andrea
Brown Avatar
December 23, 2009 at 3:39 AM
Congratulations on being a first round survivor Nikko and the best to you in the finals. I wish you the best in your writing endeavors in 2010 whatever they may be. Love, Carol
Sheart Avatar
December 21, 2009 at 9:39 AM
Congrats on your poem winning the first round of PS contest!! Very well deserved, enjoyed reading your wonderful poetry. Here’s wishing you a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!! May 2010 be your best year ever! Love Light Patty
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December 21, 2009 at 12:47 AM
Congrats on your first round contest success Nikko.Rgds Brian
Goff Avatar
December 20, 2009 at 4:37 PM
soulful write! Nikko! congrats on making it through the first round! great poem! and thanks for your congrats! jimbo
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December 20, 2009 at 3:29 PM
A great analogy dear, Nikko. Congratulations on making it through to the next round. Love, Lainie
Devonshire Avatar
December 20, 2009 at 2:02 PM
Well done! Congratulations on moving to the next round with this great poem, Nikko! Wishing you joy and happiness in the New Year, love, Carolyn
Fraser Avatar
December 20, 2009 at 11:37 AM
Many congratulations on reaching the second round with your fine poem Nikko >> James
Sheart Avatar
December 4, 2009 at 7:29 PM
Hi Nikko, Congrats on your feature poem this week! Love Light Patty
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