Poem -
LIFTED SAILS
Dancing with the wind
Raise the anchorÂ
Untie the chainsÂ
Cast off from the shoresÂ
Lift the sailsÂ
It's time to go a sailingÂ
The seasons are changingÂ
And so must I
So I'm off into the sunset
To kiss the skyÂ
Watch me drift out to sea
Away from the competitionÂ
Just the waves and me
I've danced my last danceÂ
I've sang my last songÂ
It's time to explore new frontiersÂ
It's time to move along
So happy trails to one and all
I've had a heck of a run, I've had a ball
Thanks for your kindness,Â
Compassion and care
And who knows where the wind will guide me
In the anticipated New Year.
Wilford Barker.
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Hello Wilford, I sense grabbing life here and not being afraid to test new waters. Hope this isn’t a goodbye poem dear poet. Wonderful imagery and the enthusiasm of the piece radiates in your well chosen wordsÂ
All the bestÂ
Gwen x
Hey Gwendoline..
it's time to take a break from the writing thing.
I am trying to sort out and focus on the trying parts of my life. Gonna miss you all but will keep in touch by reading all the good stuff coming out of Cosmofunnel.Â
Thanks n take care of your beautiful self.
Oh Wilford you will be sadly missed with your poetry. I do love your ability to write so graceful and vividly. But I do understand and hope you will return to writing one day. All the best in your new adventures. May your life shine and be fruitful in all you place your hand and heart to
Stay safe and well my friendÂ
Gwen xx
Appreciation is a feathered word my dear Gwendoline..
You are oxygen to my old lungs..
Keep doing and being you.
Thanks.
❤️
Ohhhh I LOVE this verse. Whole poem is gorgeous. You definitely know how to write a poem! Xx
Your kindness always brings a smile.. Being Me.
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Sir Barker.....with all that you have contributed to this site there is too much to say here.....so I am sending you a PM directly after this......I seriously hope that this is just a break my friend......because after reading your first few efforts here and comparing them to your most recent efforts here...is like being EXTREMELY proud of your little brother for achieving that which you always knew was possible!!.....YOU are SOOO creative Wilford!!......and your writing "Seasoned" to the point of being ready to come out of the oven and let the masses in on a little secret!!.....GO!! My friend!!...rest your head....BUT....come back!!....because you WILL be missed and FOREVER welcomed!!.....Talk soon brother!!....and....Glide On Love!!......Peace.....your friend and ever-admirer!!......Tony.....out!! : )
Thank you my friend.
The name Tony Taylor is edged in my mind and a ready tale on my lips
when it comes to Creative poetry. A true pioneer and educator in your craft Sir Tony.
You have encouraged many on this site.. but no one as much as I. Thank you.
We have had our private messages of encouragement and support as I am sureÂ
you have done with others.. for that's who you are. Thank you Sir T.
I Call You Friend. The one that sticks closer than a brother.
See You after the storm.
Wil B.
Hang in there Wilford and with poems of this assured quality and impact just don't go away man.
A beautiful write that reads like a rights of passage conducted and guided by life itself.
Again hang in there and with life it's always day by day and things change Wilford and usually for the better in one's heart and what's bestowed when least expected.
I wish you well my friend on all your endeavours and thank you and see you soon.
I am so grateful for those kind words Shaun.
Your talent are well noted my friend.
Keep up the good work.
by the way..Â
Thank you.