Humpback Whales courtesy of scubaworld.com.au
It’s that time again when he goes on his epic trip
to a place left long ago, his heart does miss
So begins the journey home, whence he came
driven out long ago, the need for food to blame
So off he goes with family and friends on their quest
far away from all distractions, no time to rest
Many weeks do they travel in the open seas
avoiding hunters of all kinds, they do plead
They communicate to all who can hear, encouragement
the love and understanding they share, a driving sentiment
They scan the areas below and also above the sea
for kings of the sea they are, Whales they be Beached Whales courtesy of http://www.whalecottage.com
Dolphins swim by them in peace and playful joy
keeping a respectful distance, if a little coy
They are cousins and share the same ways
both keep a careful eye for sharks and man these days
But a noise does confuse their sonar as they close to home
sending one whale off, alone does it roam
Off it goes lost and confused by the sound of boats
beached by man’s ignorance, it dies, sand in its throat
And the cries go unheard but not out to sea
not by some of us who try to set them free
I'm a thinker, listener, a "question's pretty much everything" type of person. A seeker of knowledge, always restless, yet seeks the calm in life.
I love writing in all forms and am in the process of completing a number of ongoing projects. I love the craft of writing and the possibilities it holds. A magic carpet through the mind. I love pretty much all creative arts, music, film and theatre the leading ones.
Born in Hertfordshire in England, my family Irish, Welsh and English, I currently reside in Edinburgh, in Scotland. I'm drawn to coastal and mountain regions where I like to go to think and draw inspiration from. Ireland is a place that's dear to me, and I try to get back to see family and friends as much as possible.
My interests are wide and broad, too many to mention here, but history, archaeology, criminology, music and film are just some of those things I love.
I hope you enjoy my ramblings on here as that's what they are really. I'll let my fingers do the ''talking...''
View all posts by Darren Greenidge
Caliburnus Rises 