The Poems of David Garlick
“Bare off, bare off.” The sheets were eased, as the Weather mark flashed by. “Ready for the Spinnaker?” The answer came back, “aye”. So they hauled on the halyard and the chute popped out the bag, to fall into the water as the shackle hit a snag. “God damn you stupid bastards,” yelled the skipper […]
The boats about us beating are eager for the fray. As bow-to-bow we cleave the waves that march across the bay. We have a good position, to windward of the fleet but gradually the faster boats edge up and past us creep. “Get up, Get up” they call to us, our tell tales all […]
As round the start line sailboats wheel, to read the course and feel the wind. The ballet of this ancient sport unfolds before the watchful eye. The count down signaled with gun and flag; so each may mark his allotted time. For then positioning begins, to try to make the perfect start. The right […]
Remember me with joy, not sadness in your heart. A peal of bells, a happy laugh, a twinkle in the eye! Remember me and smile. For if, I leave you only this. It will return – some of the happiness, that you have given me. Remember me with love. The glow will surely […]