Afloat
today I am going to build a better way
I will open my doorway to more sun rays
and walk the pathway to a shimmering bay
I need to run away from her empty pearl tray
visit downtown and watch a live play
or hung-out in the alley outside the royal ballet
just for appearances sake, I’ll shuffle and sway
maybe the town-crier would let me stay
even though I might look like an old stray
standing alone under the memorial archway
then without delay I jump on the tramway
and head away to the shipping quay
that have restored ocean liners on display
where I shyly sneak up the gangway
waving my refugee pass for entry into the USA
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Photo by Ivor Steven
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Such a whimsical poem with lovely images! Freedom! Freedom to come and go, to be a part of the scene, to visit family members far away. That is what we all desire. May we all get our wish! Beautiful poem, Ivor! <3
Thank you Cheryl for your comprehensive and thoughtful comments, and you have indeed understood the essence of my poem .. although whimsically written my message of the pandemic causing widespread confusion and general apprehension, is undeniable. 🌏😀💕
Thank you to coffee House Writers for publishing my poem
Ivor, I love the way you have juxtaposed wonderful playful images of the every day. You’ve evoked the sense of insecurity, isolation and loneliness many have felt during these past two years.
Thank you Jo .. and you have summed up my mixture wit and seriousness superbly