my castle of anxiety

in the magic of a dancing wind

i drink in the starry night

the universe speaks to me

i bathe in the moonlight

allowing it to show me

a reel of happy times

and suddenly

my castle of anxiety    

is but a pile of sand

Author's Note

Wishing an anxiety-free 2025 to all my friends at WC. Merry Christmas, Happy Chanukah, and Happy Kwanza!

Reviews

[Einstein Noodle]

:) sifting sands ... evaporating before our inner eye .. well done says i, Ms. Lydi .. i join you in your wishes for all here at the Cafe' ... thank you so much for sharing this bliss and peace inspiring poem ... those stars above .. a vast universe .. dancing wind (my favorite) and la luna ... bella luna

[Lydia Shutter]

Seeing the moon and stars from the deck of a ship is very special, E. Thanks for the review. Lydi**

[Poetic Beauty]

I know anxiety well and it seems for me that as the hours dwindle into late afternoon into night; my anxiety decreases. The night time hours seem to create a sense of wonder and peace

[Lydia Shutter]

It's wonderful you are so in touch with your emotions. Thank you for the review. Lydi**

[Poetic Beauty]

Yes can be a blessing and a curse. I truly wish I didn’t have anxiety

[Sami Khalil]

A cruise under the moonlight is so magical. As you reel some fish in, you are reeling some memories.
Wonderful and enjoyable.

[Lydia Shutter]

Thanks so much, Sami. I appreciate your review.
Lydi**

[Sami Khalil]

You are welcome Lydia.

[Senu Jayasinghe]

Oh wow. Just this imagery is soothing to my soul. Lovely.

[Lydia Shutter]

Thank you for telling me that! Lydi**

[emmajoygreen]

To be 'all at sea' in the true meaning of the phrase can be, generally is a gift. The scent of the 'green' is special but - that of the night air and sound of a rearing ocean or the placid calm of an early Summer sea fe is liberty at its most natural yet uncontrollable. Water is its own master and mistress. But also - remember, is where we lie before birth. Is considered true love, one hopes for each and every one of us. ..

YOUR writing always shows its beautiful heart! I love it. Happy Everything to you all - hug.

[Lydia Shutter]

You are so sweet, Emma. The sound of the ocean waves kissing the hull of the ship and the sight of the stars in the sky, well, that is the most calming place I can imagine. I wish you love in 2025...and that includes loving yourself. Happy New Year. Lydi**

[Chris Shaw]

Stunning image Lydi** and your words do more than justice to the photography. Mesmerizing and a perfect way to absorb the moonlight and give permission for all that negativity which is so draining to melt away. Happy new year to you and your loved ones.

Chris

[Lydia Shutter]

Thank you so much, Chris. When my husband and I cruise, I write poetry while on the deck of the ship. Happy New Year to you and your loved ones as well. Make it an inspirational year. Lydi**

[Kelly Scheppers]

Having a visual such as this, how could you not feel the universe speak to you? The moon alone is breathtaking, and than there's the ocean that simply goes on forever. Thought provoking, indeed. Great presentation, Lydi!

[Lydia Shutter]

Thank you so much, Kelly. The view from the deck of a ship is very calming! Lydi**

[Dara]

This is just beautiful Lydia. It’s amazing what the magic of a moonlit night can do. Just reading your words can ease an anxious mind. I hope 2025 brings you much love, joy and moments of peace. Happy New Year my friend!

[Lydia Shutter]

Happy New Year, Dara. Thank you so much, my friend! Lydi**

[Desert Knave]

Excellent write. It is amazing how the right outlook can tear down what anxiety built. ~Jim

[Lydia Shutter]

Yes, it is. Thank you, Jim. Happy Healthy 2025 to you. Lydi**

[John the Baptist]

Ordinarily, I try to avoid thinking about the past, but for situations like that described here, I say do what works. Anxiety sucks mightily.

[Lydia Shutter]

Thanks for the visit, John. Merry Christmas. Lydi**