One hundred years ago
a lovely maiden went to sea
hoping as all young virgins do
That her love, the sea
would protect and woo her
forever
But the fickle waters
waved and flirted
soon turning to Labrador ice
The sea took her but once
leaving the virgin Titanic
damaged, sad and sinking
Neptune, minion mermaids
fearful for the maiden
raised prayers and music to the heavens
Protect and keep her thousand souls
they cried
keep them nearer to God
Some were chosen by sea angels
to live, to remember
the beautiful maiden
Others, in body, accompanied
Titanic to the deep
and their souls soared to the firmament
But the sea
droit du seigneur complete
moves on
His tides
obeying, loving no one
but his mistress Moon
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*Inspired and suggested by Ed Bremson, Poet
Lovely Jackie. The story of the titanic is so sad. I heard on a documentary that there are kids who think it is fiction, just a film. Very important for people to remember this important piece of recent history and you capture parts brilliantly
Aw, thanks so much, Monty, for those lovely words. Ed Bremson, poet, inspired and challenged me to write this…so bless him…he’s a fine poet…and you see how we inspire one another. Thanks again for the read and lovely comment!
Lovely writing, Jackie and a fitting tribute to the Titanic….so sad. I love your last lines “His tides
obeying, heeding, loving no one but his mistress Moon” Very evocative
I’m pleased you like this piece, Louise. I still have some doubts about it…but good to hear approbation, nevertheless. Thanks so much for the read and comment! {{hugs}}
A very evocative memorial to the Titanic
Thanks, M! Couldn’t let the anniversary of T’s maiden voyage go without a tribute.
Great poem. The Titanic has always been a fascinating story for me and I can never hear enough about it. I’m lucky enough to be visiting Belfast this year where a new Titanic exhibit has opened. I’m looking forward to this. This poem will be a constant reminder for me till I make it there.
Hi! Happy that this piece will serve as a reminder until you get to the Titanic exhibit in Belfast. Please tell us about that when you return. Thank you for the read and comment!