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“Keel haul the scuppers” you yelled and you laughed
And your bright eyes shone as the ketch heeled to port
The deck tilted dangerously down by the lee
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I thought of Masefield even before I read the line 'shouting out Masefield's rhymes to the sea. Cargoes is one of my favourite poems in the world and this one has the same rollicking, energetic, boisterous, blokey feel. Wonderful rhythms David. This piece has a salt tang and a bright passionate spirit. It has lifted my day! love, Allie xxxx
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7/21/2025 9:37:11 AM # 1.0.0
Like a photograph, diary entry and piece of music all in one! Hugs Anna xxx