I’ve sailed the world’s oceans and gazed upon faraway, liquid horizons. Soothed by gentle breezes or bruised by angry waves, I learned to love it there, upon the sea.
Once beneath a blazing, desert sun, I saw ancient spirits dance on gaseous waves. Offering eternity, they spoke to my soul. When nightfall came, ten million twinkling stars swirled above in an ink-black sea of wonder.
Breathing air of arctic chill, I walked on pillow-soft tundra to Finger Bay, where salmon made their run. Way up in that northern clime, I found a certain beauty. Rugged, clean and cold, I might have called it home.
High above the sea and land, I’ve flown on silver wings. It’s easy to dream inside a cloud, and I longed to linger there. How easy it is, you see, to soar without a care, forgetting for a while, afflictions and despair.
Deep inside a forest, among the noble trees, I’ve sat upon a rock and pondered life’s mysteries. Of every place I’ve been, and every voice I’ve heard, and every sight I’ve seen, no other can compare to this one, most serene. Leave me long to tarry here until my final day, and then I’ll lie down ‘neath this oak and sleep my cares away.
If we are fortunate we build up a lifetimes treasure chest of memories. They can help carry us through bad times. You have done a good job here Samuel in describing your personal treasures and conveying through them through words. I often think how fortunate I have been to experience so many stunning places. Of course being able to share these experiences at the time adds to the experience.
Here is to future treasures in the chest.
Regards, alan
Posted 6 Years Ago
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6 Years Ago
Thanks, Alan. I don't get out much anymore, but I sure used to.
3 Years Ago
I share your lack of getting out much anymore, whereas, I also do not but like yourself, have a head.. read moreI share your lack of getting out much anymore, whereas, I also do not but like yourself, have a headful of memories to keep me going.
Your poem flows nicely due to the exceptional rhyming pattern.
You convey the content wonderfuly by describing all your lifetime memories.
Ah Ha!! Discovered (one of your secrets) to great stories and poems...you, sir, are well-travelled and have immersed into different worlds and how awesome that freedom must be and certainly has been! your stories are adventurous and filled with wonder and whimsy. Thank you for sharing and for creating a great environment at WC, for diverse readers and writers to become familiar with you, your words and writing style, which is always a pleasure. :)
Posted 8 Years Ago
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8 Years Ago
Thank you, LaShaye. I only began writing stories about ten years ago. Before that, I wrote a few poe.. read moreThank you, LaShaye. I only began writing stories about ten years ago. Before that, I wrote a few poems. I'm not much of a poet, but do try to present a clear message.
Superb piece. Such imagery coming off these well recollected words.
Walk among all the wear and tear. Through lifes heartache baring the soul reeped, maybe passed by sunny days, having frolicked in it's rays. In the end this life is one to savor...
Posted 10 Years Ago
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10 Years Ago
Thank you. I don't consider myself any kind of poet, so am glad you liked it.
10 Years Ago
Never sell yourself short. We don't see it that way, but as more. :o) My pleasure, your very welcome.. read moreNever sell yourself short. We don't see it that way, but as more. :o) My pleasure, your very welcome.
I love traveling with you on your journeys through your stories and words. The vision is one of smiles and laughter where even the heartaches and tears are met with graceful acceptance and wistful understanding. You are a wise and lovely human being and I'm proud to have been included among your loyal readers through the years. A toast to you my friend and to the footprints of time as well as the imprint you've left on all our hearts and souls.
Posted 10 Years Ago
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10 Years Ago
Thank you, Fabian. I am glad to know you and your marvelous poetry over these years, also.
And what wonderful, memorable footprints they are!!! Your descriptions make me feel as if I am there!!
Not much more to say Sam - you never, ever write anything that is not good!!
Posted 10 Years Ago
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10 Years Ago
Thanks, Sheila. I do my best, but assure you, am not always successful.
Greetings, all. I'm a seventy-six year-old father of three sons who enjoys writing, art, music, motorcycles, cooking, and a few other things. From 1967 to 1988, I served in the US Navy, where I travel.. more..