Secrets the river whispered to you revealed a gathering of fish that cloudy day
I wish the river would talk to me now that you’re flying with seabirds
Listening to the breeze, I strain to hear not your voice, for that would be torture
Enlightenment by river wisdom is now my hunger
Never shall I betray a river truth as you taught me to be still
Calmly, I must accept your departure to a place where even fish are free
Escorted, I imagine, by a red kayak floating beyond (where the river meets the sea).
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Pamela Williams
“Suppose I had wings like the dawning day and flew across the ocean. Even then your powerful arm would guide and protect me.”
— Psalm 139:9–10, Contemporary English Version (CEV)
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Oh this is heartbreaking . Even when the mind rest on the fishes, for a bit. I feel the sadness coming through. 'As you taught me to be still' aw. Following a lesson that was left behind. Or a ritual left behind to follow. Where the river meets the sea. Such a soft and tender ending. Beautiful, absolute beautifully done. Sending you hugs and love 🤗 ❤️ 🖤
What serene imagery, well done 👍
Oh such a sweet goodbye...leaving sad but heartfelt memories. So lovely.
Beautifully written!!!❤️❤️💕
This was so lovely and yet wistfully sad, too. So well done.
Lovely and evocative.
Incredible work.
Lovely...🎣