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Presents from Penzance

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From the rugged shores of Penzance, 

a figure emerges, cloaked in the salt-spray. 

A privateer, pockets jingling with spoils, 

his presence a mix of legend and enigma.

 

Boots press onto cobblestone streets, 

each step a promise of untold stories. 

From his coat, treasures spill forth, 

gifts from distant shores, tokens of daring.

 

A compass, once guiding across treacherous seas, 

now rests in the hands of a child, eyes wide with wonder. 

A silken scarf, bright as a sunrise over uncharted lands, 

drapes across the shoulders of a maiden, dreaming of adventure.

 

Coins, glinting with tales of conquest, 

find their way into calloused palms. 

Maps, inked with paths known only to the bold, 

spread open, inviting new journeys.

 

The air hums with the energy of his presence, 

a blend of sea brine and mystery. 

He moves through the town, a silent benefactor, 

leaving behind whispers of awe and curiosity.

 

In Penzance, the ordinary transforms, 

each gift a thread in the tapestry of tales. 

The privateer’s legacy, etched in the hearts, 

of those who dared to dream of horizons beyond.

 

The town breathes in the magic of his passage, 

every corner touched by his daring spirit. 

Presents from Penzance, a shoutout to the bold, 

from a presence that defied the mundane.

 

 

 

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Comments

Rolph David

Mon 10th Mar 2025 17:01

Hi Red Brick Keshner,
For me, Presents from Penzance beautifully captures the essence of adventure, mystery, and the legacy of storytelling. The figure of the privateer, with his treasures and daring spirit, seems to breathe life into the town, inspiring those around him to dream beyond their everyday lives. I love how the gifts he leaves behind are not just physical objects but symbols of possibility, igniting imagination and hope. Your poem transforms the ordinary into something magical, showing how one person’s legacy can spark countless stories and journeys. Thank you for sharing such an inspiring and vivid piece.
Regards,
Rolph

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