The Winds and the Boats

The Wind and the Boats

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The trees who hug,
who love you, 
who will not hide from you the wind,
It touches,
and kisses your wet cheeks

The wind is also precious to the boats,
so necessary to sail new heights
above understanding

As your lips lay on the pier,
on the grass near
the ships call the wind to take them places 
and back

Your lover calls your name as he lands,
the trees speak as you run,
Don’t be afraid your lover loves you,
The wind loves you too,
It has brought your lover home,
so love the wind,
Kiss it back.

Renee Bray, February 20, 2025
Food for Thought Poem
Prompt 1 – Blessing the Boats by Lucille Clifton