She never failed
to float him beyond
the current of his day
to slip away with her
curved sides just right
perfect in their holding space
to part waves
when he needed release
she took him far from shore
her motor always finely tuned
of that he made sure
never to neglect.
© Ali Grimshaw 2017
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Wonderful Ali, “Her motor finely tuned, of that he made sure”…
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Thanks Ivor. I always appreciate your reflection.
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I thought this was very cleverly written of a relationship that works – one where two people know when to come together to support and encourage each other, but also know when to give each other space. Beautifully written again, Alicia 🙂
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Mabel, relationships can be challenging. Balance is part of staying afloat.
I appreciate your thoughtful response.
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Absolutely beautiful
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Thank you Kayla Ann
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curved sides just right
perfect in their holding space
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Thank you Kirsten. I appreciate your reflection.
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