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By Ivor Steven
June 16, 2025
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Sorry for life’s catastrophe
My mission fell into the sea
There, lost in a world without sails-
I could not find your holy grail

Our fairy tale went sadly wrong
No matter the sound of my song
I questioned the world, but I failed-
I could not find your holy grail

Sorry, I was not there for you
When our story did not come true
There was no wine to cure the frail-
I could not find your holy grail


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Ivor Steven

Ivor Steven was formerly an Industrial Chemist, then a Plumber, and has been writing poetry for 19 years. He has had numerous poems published in anthologies, and on-line magazines. He is an active member of the Geelong Writers Inc.(Australia), and is a team member/barista with the on-line magazine "Go Dog Go Cafe" (America).

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  1. Cheryl Batavia 16 June, 2025 at 18:21 Reply

    Ivor, poignant, but sweet and lovely. Beautiful photo. 💕

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    July 21, 2026
    What a lovely and lyrical piece, Ivor. Your words would make a great song.

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    Great story Scarlett! Excellent delivery!

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    Thank you so much for visiting my poem here at CHW, Beth

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