Sailing The Seas Of Life Poem by Kathleen Reguindin

Sailing The Seas Of Life

Rating: 5.0


"I am the captain of my ship and the master of my destiny! "
Where I go, how to follow the winds of life, no one can tell me
The life I make for myself is up to me.
Supported by God's disposition and clemency.

Through this vast ocean of life, I sail
My journey between destinations on winds depend
Life's ups and downs, beset with powerful gales
The turbulent ocean swells that I apprehend.

Sailing in the early years had been filled with difficulty
Fool that I was, I set off with no course in mind.
Inexperienced and full of pride, navigating pained me.
For many years, I wandered aimlessly.

Through the misery of many wet and chilly nights
The sea had turned black, I paid the price.
Unforgiving torrents of salty water and rains
My hapless body pounded as I steered through watery terrains.

Upheavals, turmoils, the strong currents of life
The push and pull of whirlpools of strife
Many times I thought I had reached my end
But my sturdy boat righted itself, such a true friend.

On many occasions, I went with no rest, no slumber
Fatigued and weary, thinking my days were numbered.
Desolate, forlorn, set apart from the rest of the world, isolated
Thoughts of an easier way out frequently crossed my mind.

But my weary soul sought consolation from the knowledge
Mother Nature's fury will eventually subside.
I steadfastly clung to this thought, it gave me courage
Faith cast all fears and doubts aside.

When blessed with serene nights and clear skies, I see a round bright sphere
Drifting across the sky, illuminating my way, giving cheer!
The water shimmers with phosphorescence, a beautiful reminder
That life and hope are constantly present, and that the sea can be kinder.

On windless days, sails fluttering, my boat bobs in the water
Ahh, my heart is content, this solitude I savour
Here, there is no need to rush, time has no meaning,
All that matters is I belong here, and I am alive and breathing!

On this life's journey, I have sought safe harbour
From turbulent waters, these havens allow me to recover
A chance to reconnect with humanity and put my floating abode to order
But it doesn't take long when the sea's voice calls me again.

At this late stage of life, the storms have become fewer in number
The revolting motions of my boat have ceased
Calmer conditions now prevail, I am a survivor
I can ask for nothing more, just peace, and a gentle breeze!

I continue to sail, wiser, albeit older, more able to tackle another adventure
Admittedly, when I feel somewhat lost in this vast watery space
I seek comfort from the dolphins that have joined me on this venture
Their laughter seems to assure me all is well, by God's grace.

Onward I go, my white sails billowing in the wind
Thousands of miles from nowhere, the past left behind.
The anxiety and fear of what is still to come, almost gone
Accepting the inevitable, that death is but our next destination.

No, I see no reason to rush, to get to where I am next going
Windward, I continue my soul-searching,
Another adventure into the unknown so exhilarating
This ocean of life is, oh, so mesmerizing!

Monday, February 2, 2015
Topic(s) of this poem: Life
COMMENTS OF THE POEM
Lyn Paul 02 February 2015

To being content with life and what lays ahead knowing that You are the Captain of your ship and the master of your destiny is inspiring. I wish you smooth sailing Kathleen

0 0 Reply
READ THIS POEM IN OTHER LANGUAGES
Close
Error Success