Sea Smoke On The Water (poem) by Felix LeRoy Perry on AuthorsDen

Reviewed on December 15, 2007

Felix, I think I've already written something similar in another comment of your work, but I really like this beautiful blend of reality, sometimes harsh (conditions, hard work, weather...) and poetic warmth. So humane.

Greetings,

Axilea

Reviewed by RaeLynn Teller

Reviewed on December 15, 2007

Fee, boy did I ever miss this gem when I was gone. Playing catch up today.
Loved the family feel of this write. Not just of providing for family, but of the family on the water. Often the ocean can be a lonely place but I almost felt like I was wandering down one of our neighborhoods.
Really liked this one.
Sweets--RaeLynn

Reviewed by Myrna Badgerow

Reviewed on December 14, 2007

My father was a shrimper and oyster harvester when not at his day job.. oystering (the best time) is in late fall and winter here... many a morning he shivered in misty fog to get the job done.

Myrna

Reviewed by Randall Barfield

Reviewed on December 13, 2007

Really good. My dad fished all his life and loved it. You've caught the genuine atmosphere here. Sad that's it's all changing. Where are the fish?

Reviewed by Sheila Roy

Reviewed on December 13, 2007

A truly enjoyable piece, Fee! Word choice plays a big part in the success of this one, as does imagery. Loved it! -Sheila

Reviewed by Wanda York (Reader)

Reviewed on December 12, 2007

I love it too! My husband is a fisherman and these days are long for him in the cold as he sails out in the morning to haul the traps, you can bet this is how he feels. I love the way you take a glimpse into our lives! LOVE YOUR DAUGHTER

Reviewed by Southern Comfort

Reviewed on December 11, 2007

I adore yore sea writes and sailing along with you! LOVE YA! SC

Reviewed by Amber Moonstone

Reviewed on December 11, 2007

You are truly a sea captain. I just love reading your works about the sea, You are the best..
Peace, love, and light,

Amber "V"

Reviewed by Ann Scarborough

Reviewed on December 11, 2007

Wonderful! I can feel the sea spray!
Love,
annie

Reviewed by Regis Auffray

Reviewed on December 11, 2007

Nicely done, Fee; a fine tribute. Love and peace to you,

Regis

Reviewed by Joseph* OneLight*� (Reader)

Reviewed on December 11, 2007

Ah, my dear friend Fee,
You're intimate with the sea.
Your verse does speak and gives us a peek
At the oceans deep mysteries.

Thanks for showing us the hard work that's required just to fill our appetite. May our hearts be grateful for the men who live and work on the sea.

Love & Light always and in all ways,
Joseph*

Reviewed by ~ Holly Harbridge (Reader)

Reviewed on December 11, 2007

Excellent reading Fee, love Holly

Reviewed by Paul Berube

Reviewed on December 11, 2007

Fee,

AHhhhhhh! The air is so briny, fresh and clear. I hope You and Yours have a Merry Christmas and a Very Happy New Year. Peace, Love and Blessings Always, Paul.

Reviewed by Nicky Goodman

Reviewed on December 11, 2007

What a fab rhymer this is Fee - the boat names and the story, the people's names and their story - fine tale of the folk who live, love and work with the sea - i am inspired -it's dawn here now, boats are in, and i'm going to get on my bike and go down the dock to find a fish for my supper! Nicky xx

Reviewed by jude forese

Reviewed on December 10, 2007

excellent tribute to brave & dauntless men of the sea who catch one of my favorite, succulent edibles ...

Reviewed by Karen Vanderlaan

Reviewed on December 10, 2007

what a beautiful write and tribute to the fisherman but to all honest working men -i love it!

Reviewed by Morning Star

Reviewed on December 10, 2007

Wow as I'm reading this write it sounds
Like a very dangerous job but must eat and pay bills!
I admired your son in law That's a job I know
I could not do, Excellent tribute to
your son in law and to all the fisherman!!
Beautifully written tribute!!
Love Peace and hugssss....Morning Star

Reviewed by Rebecca Lerwill

Reviewed on December 10, 2007

Beautiful tribute to men at a dangerous job. I can feel your appriciation in this one, Fee.
....still waiting on the mail man.........

Reviewed by Kate Burnside

Reviewed on December 10, 2007

... and it seems to me that for such devoted, hardy and brave souls, there is no other way. I can tell that from the very bobbing of the boats on the water down in Dorset... and the ways in which the fisherman lovingly maintain their craft when ashore. It seems like there's no place like home... and the boat is their's - and lover, too! (Oops... but I expect your daughter has wised up to this by now!) Love it, Pops, Kate xx

Reviewed by LadyJtalks LadyJzTalkZone (Reader)

Reviewed on December 10, 2007

It takes a certain person to keep doing it I'm told. Thank you for sharing this. Lady J

Reviewed by Tinka Boukes

Reviewed on December 10, 2007

One of your finest...being a lover of the sea...I truly enjoyed this one all the way!!

Love tinka

Reviewed by Christine Alwin

Reviewed on December 10, 2007

my sister was a captains mate for 20 years on a deep sea fishing boat out of Naples FL,, it was hard work to filet so many fish ,,,, but I have seen films in Alaska on the crab boats, amazing what they go through,,,,, love this write.
Christine

Reviewed by Walt Hardester

Reviewed on December 10, 2007

Susan is right FEE. These are your best. I know of life on the sea, but to do it day after day, takes more than just a profit motive.
This is about love.

Walt

Reviewed by Chantilly Lace (Reader)

Reviewed on December 10, 2007

As always sweet man,wonderful writing ..please stay safe and well..Hugsssssssss

Reviewed by Staci Gansky-Wagner

Reviewed on December 10, 2007

Very hard work indeed, as you have described here in your poem. Karma, one day people who work hard like this for others get rewarded with something later in life. Great writing as always :)

Reviewed by Karen Lynn Vidra, The Texas Tornado

Reviewed on December 10, 2007

I wouldn't want to do this for anything; it takes a special (hardy) type of person to do this backbreaking, demanding occupation. I admire your son and anyone who does this as their job. NOT an easy life! Very well penned, Fee; bravo!

(((HUGS))) and much love, your friend in Tx., Karen Lynn. :)

Reviewed by Rose Rideout

Reviewed on December 10, 2007

O Felix this is great and it is how the works done and yes even I admire not only the man that does this to provide for his family but for the woman who stands beside him through the long hours of departure.
I am sure that jamie will appreciate this one. Thank you for sharing again from your heart.

love ya Cuz XOXOXOXO Rose

Reviewed by Mr. Ed

Reviewed on December 10, 2007

The life of any sea farer is truly a hard one, and you tell this story well. And the life of the old time fisherman is probably harder than ever these days since there seem to be far less fish to catch in our ever increasing polluted seas.

Reviewed by Karla Dorman, The StormSpinner

Reviewed on December 10, 2007

Such courage on the high seas, (((Fee))), powerfully imaged in verse; I respect all of these hardy souls bringing in the catch for the enjoyment of many (not me, not a lobster fan). Excellent.

(((HUGS))) and love, Karla.

Reviewed by Susan de Vegter

Reviewed on December 10, 2007

When you write anything about the sea...you're the best. I hope you give copies to all the folks you mentioned in this poem They are all immortalized as most mariner poetry tends to accomplish. I encourage you to write more as you do excel in this area of poetry Fee!

Ho-ho-ho!!!
Love,
Susan