replay for her the
sounds of currents
kissing silver bellies
of the blue haired siren’s song
and the seaman’s roaring
of fallen ships at sea
spilling remnants of bow
share with her the forgotten
dance of sunlight
the crimson-colored tips
of ocean wave remembrance
of the moon and stars
that have chosen this sky
as the moon rings
in the sworn stars
that carry our prayers
guide our offerings
for love’s safe return.
Nicole M. Metts
Nicole M. Metts is the founder of Central Texas Writers Society and the managing editor of the CTWS yearly anthology. She hosts open mic, writing workshops, and is a freelance journalist. She holds a B.A. in English with a minor in fine art from Texas A&M Central-Texas. Her poetry has been published by Creative Talents Unleashed, Di-verse-city, The Lookout, Art of Peace-Tyler Anthology, Waco Wordfest Anthology, and many others. She spends her sacred free moments capturing the magic hidden in the natural world with her pen and camera.
Artwork: Anna Dittmann, Bait
Website: https://annadittmann.com/
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