Inspired by Tom Being Tom, and encouraged by Susan at Floweringink, here is my inaugural (and very possibly only) attempt at poetry
Adrift
In a restless void
With no compass or sextant
To guide me
Castaway
From life’s normalcy
Without pity or remorse
Those shores are distant
Never to return
Destination
Unknown and alien
No sails unfurled
No charted course
On an endless sea
Clouds
Angry bruises
Swallow my horizon
Foreshadow the tempest
Of a raging gale
Despair
Will capsize my ship
An indulgent luxury
Its charm seductive
Its consequences tragic
So tempting
Trust
Surrendering the rudder
I lay on the deck
Close my eyes
Let go of the fear
Yearn for the sun’s embrace
The glory of a new day
And destiny
MSich Chronicles 
Man – you inspire me every time.
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Thanks Vicki. I’ll pay you later
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Pretty damn good Steve
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Prose is a lot easier
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No joke! It was much harder to compose a poem than a post. I almost gave up several times. 😣
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I’m too stubborn to give up but it did take a hell of a long time to compose. The language needs to be so precise, whereas my MO is to say in thirty words what can probably be said in 10
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We share that in common, too. 😂
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First try? really?
I think you should do that more often. 👏🏻
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Thanks. Beginner’s luck perhaps.
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Steve, this is the first thing I am reading this morning and it has set a tone of pure inspiration for my day! Your poem is beautiful. It is metaphor as it is meant to be. It flows and breathes and aches. I am so glad that you decided to test these waters. This line, “Angry bruises swallow my horizon” has incredible impact and will stay with me. I am incredibly impressed, but not surprised; you never fail to impress. Beautiful job! I borrowed Tom’s suggestion and have made a file for the WP collection of poems; I am thrilled to be able to add yours today!!!!!
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Thank you Susan. It was a challenge but an enjoyable one. The one thing I did learn is not to attempt it until I have the proper mood or inspiration, and it made me appreciate your art even more. I can see dabbling in this from time to time. Thanks for your encouragement. I didn’t want to disappoint.
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I look forward to your return to it, even if it’s just from time to time!
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Susan, if I give you my e-mail, would you send me that file. I’ve procrastinated my suggestion. 😉
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Of course!!!!! Send me a message on Twitter with your email and I will send you the file! It was such a good idea.
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Sweet, thanks!
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Oh, and how was the coffee?
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One of the best I’ve ever had. 😊
Pots, I mean. I couldn’t stop at one. 😉
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A true addict
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Steve, it is marvelous! It had a rhythm to it that just worked for me; perfectly flowing. You have a knack for it: a creative brain, an open heart, and a willingness to work and persevere. I had no doubts you’d excel!
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You are too kind
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I absolutely love writing poetry so I must say, your attempt was pretty amazing! Great job! Now I really look forward to the next poem ♡
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Such pressure 😃
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Oh but you can handle it and write another fantastic poem! I have faith in you!
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How wonderful! Welcome to my world! ☺❤
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Thanks Walt…it took a real leap of faith to not only attempt this but post it
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Glad you did!
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For a first attempt that was awesome! I love the imagery and how you put the words together. I hope that you write some more poetry.
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Can’t promise but it’s tempting 😄. Thanks for the kind words
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Many thanks Susan
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