We each stand on a vessel on the ocean,
with neither compass points nor means to steer;
the sails above us fill, winds of emotion
are blowing us to love, away from fear.
Catch the winds I send you, brother dear,
to push you on toward your heart's desire.
All things you wish are yours and very near,
accept them now, and soon you will acquire.
The wind is blowing, feel it raise you higher,
for you this day will mark a new beginning.
The power of the universe conspires
to bring you all that you have hope of winning.
My brother, you are loved, unique and treasured,
with talent and reserves that can't be measured.
Author notes
Happy Birthday Pete! Much love and hugs from me and the guys.
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Thank you for reading!
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what a beautiful write (i know i said that about another of your poems i reviewed but i can't think of other words) you make art with your words, seriously, i love it!! best of luck in the contest
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Thank you dustytiger. Sometimes we have a message that needs better words than usual. I'm happy you like what I did here.
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In September I received a birthday card from my brother, the very first in all our long yrs together. I was amazed, didn't even know he knew the date, It crossed the sea to me in Australia, by the time I was reading it he had died. (lung cancer). Your poem turned a memory, "Catch the winds I send you brother dear." so lovely.
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Dear Ronnica, your story makes me sad and happy. Please accept my condolences for your loss; I am happy that your affection for your brother was reciprocated, and he gave you a pleasant memory as one of his last actions.
None of us is guaranteed a long life - we only have today to love each other.
Thanks for your visit and touching comment.
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How lucky you both are to have this type of relationship. I am very close to my younger brother, and I could feel the love in every line. "Blowing us to love, away from fear" is certainly something we all wish for as we mature. Congratulations on this wonderful present. Peace, Liz
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Thank you Liz. We are lucky to have brothers, and love them.
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Wow! This is wonderful and I know he will be thrilled to read it. The relationship between a brother and sister is expressed here so well and makes me wish I had a brother. Bravo!
Love,
Amera♥
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Dear Margaret,
Though I haven't met your brother, I join with you in wishing him a happy 49th. birthday and a comfortable approach to his half-century.
To be blessed with such a beautiful sonnet from the pen of my Sonnet Queen should ensure him of your love and esteem. Bless you.
With love and hugs, XXX Hugh.
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Thank you Hugh
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Outstanding
There is always a special relationship between brothers and sisters and this is a well-written poem that celebrates that bond. I liked how you developed the theme using the imagery of the ship and then of the wind blowing him to happiness. A lovely birthday poem full of affection.
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Thank you RWD, I'm happy you like this. I'm lucky to have two fine brothers.
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"...catch the winds I send you..."
How appropriate and imaginative
for a message sent via the internet air!
A perfect tribute!
M-C
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Thanks very much, M-C!
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This sonnet of fraternal love
is finely tuned by one sole, informing metaphor and I think that's great. This is the sailing ship metaphor. Obviously, you are both not two ships in the night but rather two ships bound by the sea of destiny towards firmer love. The final couplet encapsulates the immeasurability of the ties that bind. Congratulations on this sonnet that furthers your wonderful sonneteer's career.
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Thank you Ron. It is difficult to send gifts over the Internet, unless one has a credit card handy, or a talent for poetry. When he read the poem, Pete said, "Excellent!" and asked for a printout. That and your informed critique have made my day.
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HAPPY BIRTHDAY PETE
BEAUTIFUL TRIBUE TO PETE.
Words of poetry trickle onto the page to form a sonnet from your loving thoughts arising from a loving heart of a treasured friend of many.
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Thank you very much Sea!
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A beautiful tribute to a plainly loved brother. Lovely imagery and metaphor. Excellent "winds of emotion are blowing us to love, away from fear." Touching "my brother, you are loved, unique and treasured."
May the year ahead be a rewarding one, with many happy winds and peaceful shores.
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Thank you for your lovely comment and good wishes, Mirthryl!
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A beautiful sibling sentiment
Ah, that we all might hold such love for our blood siblings, and the spiritual ones too. I truly love the sisterly advice of acceptance and hope/faith you give to your younger sibling, showing your appreciation for the unique treasure he is.
Happy birthday, Pete, today(?) and everyday!
Be ever blessed and bright,
Rahad
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Yes today!
Thank you Rahad, as you see, this is a great wish for everyone we love.
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Brothers are great!
Dear Sweetpea,
A very lovely Sonnet for your Brothers birthday.
The universe is very powerful and will bring your brother all his hearts desires. May he have a wonderful forty ninth birthday.
Love Joan
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They surely are, Joan! I hope that this year will be much better for him.
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