His shoes lay on the ground
Two huge galleons
That had collided in the night
And now were sinking
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The soles, late autumn leaves Gaping with holes Told of the pain and torture They had endured in his service Bearing his wandering soul.
Annabel, I dont know why but this poem makes me think of my father, who journeyed to the other side many years ago. But as a very young child I remember removing his shoes when he got home from work. thoughtful poem.
Hi Annabel, for some reason this poem reminds me of my Dad, thank you for sharing.