the ship docked in harbor
the placid water held it afloat
all the passengers disembarked
towards new adventures
on the paradise island

only the crew remained
resting after the hard work
then slowly preparing
for the return journey
and the buzz of people
once back on board

new food supply was loaded
fresh water delivered
the floors got scrubbed
the cabins freshened
passengers started to arrive
broad smiles and sun tanned

the weather was fine
sun filled fluffy clouds
light breeze moving the air
the perfect day on the water
when one is happy to just be
while enjoying life in motion

This poem was written from a picture prompt as part of a Writers Unite! May 2025 challenge. WU blog

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