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Ship Of Lies
by Tinka Boukes → (All Poetry by Tinka Boukes)
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“Ship Of Lies”

 

As I was walking all alone

I saw a ”ship” came sailing to my land

I heard the roaring of the sea

It was dark in my heat

No starlight in my eyes

Then I stood still for a while

Until I heard a whistle blow

Thoughts of hurt

Thoughts of rain

Anger within my brain

This is no bloody game… life sucks!!

To welcome a stranger to my world

No surgeon can ever dress my wounds

Made by verbal abuse

Lies without excuse

With that tears did fall

Down by the seaside alone

I saw a “ship” cast up by the roaring sea

I kneeled down on this place called my own

Known to me… my “sanctuary of hope”

I cried my heart out

Another day… another disappointment… another lie

Nothing

The “ship” now gone

Me still penniless and alone

Oh! Leave me alone

And give the dog a bone

 

Copyright ©2004 Tinka Boukes

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 Reviews of "Ship Of Lies"
Reviewed by Marilyn Seray
Reviewed on September 16, 2004
Powerful emotions, Tinka, Hope you're OK

Reviewed by Ed Matlack
Reviewed on September 16, 2004
Just think of all those hot young sailors needing mouth to mouth resusitation, oh my you will be in your glory...LOL! Ed

Reviewed on September 15, 2004
Tinka,

An astonishing and uniquely penned write - another poetic masterpiece, my friend!

Robert

Reviewed by Ron (sketchman) Axelson (Reader)
Reviewed on September 15, 2004
I agree with Eileen,
and hope all is well.......

Reviewed by Dale Clark
Reviewed on September 15, 2004
This is haunting and painful. You keep
the hope alive and there's a sunny day
and blue seas ahead.

Reviewed by Thomas Lanechanger (Reader)
Reviewed on September 15, 2004
Tinka, an extremely well-penned heartfelt timeless composition, my gifted friend. Thank you for sharing it. Take care and be well.

Reviewed by Sara Coslett
Reviewed on September 15, 2004
Tinka - Great poem about betrayal. Stay strong Tinka, stay strong. ~ Sara

Reviewed by Mr. Ed
Reviewed on September 15, 2004
Hopefully, the right 'ship' will still appear on the horizon, Tinka. Never abandon your 'Sanctuary of Hope.'

Reviewed by C. McGovern-Bowen
Reviewed on September 14, 2004
I agree with Eileen, Tinka! Heartfelt and compelling, dear Poet!

Reviewed by Handsum Hart
Reviewed on September 14, 2004
Ouch, this is super painful.

But there are other ships in the sea.
I hope one is your dream boat.


Reviewed by Peter Paton
Reviewed on September 14, 2004
Very sad and pensive write , Tinka
Love
Peter

Reviewed by jude forese
Reviewed on September 14, 2004
though your heart has been disappointed your soul is anointed and searching a sea of hope ...

powerful poem, Tinka!

Reviewed by Al Swanson (Reader)
Reviewed on September 14, 2004
i thought this was a strong write Tinka, and hit way below the surface, ty al

Reviewed by George Carroll
Reviewed on September 14, 2004
Cynth'ya Reed has said it all and her conclusion is one I agree with

Reviewed on September 14, 2004
The one great thing about life is, there's always a tomorrow. Sad write to be sure.

Reviewed by Michelle Mills
Reviewed on September 14, 2004
Tinka, there is one advantage to life sucking once in awhile. It's because of bad times that we learn to appreciate the good times all the more. A friend once told me "Where there's life, there's hope." I can't tell you how many times I've recalled that phrase over the years. Love, Michelle

Reviewed by - - - - - TRASK
Reviewed on September 14, 2004
Yep_BELIEVE IT_LIFE SUCKS_

Whole World Is Ship Of Lies From El Presidente bush To Your 2 Faced Next Door Neighbors_

Great WRITE TOO IT!

TRASK

Reviewed by ~Indigo~ Elga
Reviewed on September 14, 2004
Dear Tinka,

Although so full of hurt and sadness, you must never give up, always look to the bright side :) Great write :)

warm hugs
Elga

Reviewed by Cynth'ya Reed
Reviewed on September 14, 2004
Something to suggest: Emotions and observations seem to be one vs. the other, gets in the way of the purity of a message I see here, and that message, unless I'm mistaken is this: that hurts continue to roll as long as time and life coexist, and at times it seems as if the wear and tear of trials is enough to cause one to shipwreck, to be lost at sea. One craves the safety of the shoreline, the beacon of the lighthouse. And as long as we can feel, we can change our situation. Like a storm, sometimes we can't see our way. . . that's why we have a guiding light that I call "God."

Here are the strongest points of this poem, line by line:


Down by the seaside alone

I saw a “ship” cast up by the roaring sea

I kneeled down on this place called my own

Known to me… my “sanctuary of hope”

I cried my heart out

I kneeled down on this place called my own

Known to me… my “sanctuary of hope”

I cried my heart out

Another day… another disappointment… another lie

Nothing

The “ship” now gone.

Keep writing Tinka, you have a gift to overcome adversity, only you just don't realize it yet. It's all over your poetry. Share it with others who are going through tough times, and you will find the magic of healing surround your situation.

blessin's
cynth'ya lewis reed

Reviewed on September 14, 2004
(((tinka)))

*ouch* felt this one--hope things improve for you sooooooon

(((HUGS))) and more (((HUGS))) and prayer, love, karla.

Reviewed by E T Waldron
Reviewed on September 14, 2004
Tinka, no one does black and blue, like you!
This is stunning poetry!

Reviewed by Susan Barton (Reader)
Reviewed on September 14, 2004
crying an ocean! send that ship to a watery grave

sueb

Reviewed by Lori Moore
Reviewed on September 14, 2004
Your ability to express pain is a service to those who read your work. Thank you.

Reviewed on September 14, 2004
beautiful and heartwrenching write, tinka! write away; it will do you good!

(((HUGS))) and much love, your friend in america, karen lynn in texas. :(

you are in my prayers, each and every day!

Reviewed by Dawn Richerson
Reviewed on September 14, 2004
love that little chance you give yourself to just say "enough" at the end! deep feeling throughout this one. Dawn

Reviewed by Paul Berube
Reviewed on September 14, 2004
Tinka,
Oceans are filled with tears of sadness. You've got a sad but beautiful poem here.

Reviewed by La Belle Rouge (Reader)
Reviewed on September 14, 2004
Tinka you know how to pull the heartstrings, a beautiful and emotive write.


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