Wonderful imagery, and I’m quite fond of the punchy, universal first line. You started where most poets would end and unraveled it rather than vice versa.
Loved reading this! It reminded me of the long summers I spent in Spain — I could swim in the Mediterranean Sea all day! It also reminded me of a poem from my first poetry book, because I too have always felt that the sea or the ocean could speak. I hope you don’t mind me sharing the poem from my first poetry book Between Worlds (written in 2019/2020) with you:
Marwa, this piece is more than a poem...it is a spiritual journey. The way you showed that the sea does not accept us until we reveal our true identity touched me deeply. The moment the sea softened after hearing the Shahada… that was profound. You reminded us that the forces of this world may appear harsh, but they respond to truth, sincerity, and the courage to step into deeper waters. Thank you for writing something that feels alive.
Beautiful imagery. Beautiful written, Marwa! As I’m sure you know, I am a huge fan. I always look forward to your work.
That means so much to me Chris 🙏🙏🙏🫶🫶🫶🫶
Wonderful imagery, and I’m quite fond of the punchy, universal first line. You started where most poets would end and unraveled it rather than vice versa.
🙏🙏🙏🙏 I really appreciate that amazing review
“My soul spoke
the words of the “Shahada”,
singing in my mind,
with love to fill the whole world.”… that’s a truly moving image. Powerful, spiritual and beautiful ❤️
Thank you I’m really happy you resonated with it
I loved this Marwa. The sea is my natural habitat and you captured its essence beautifuly.
Thank you so much Denise, these are really precious words 🙏
Beautiful how you humanized the sea, how you connected your childhood experiences with the now. , ❤️
Thank you so much for those kind words
I love how this blends memory, faith, and that moment of being seen by something bigger. Really beautiful piece.✨
Thank you so much, I’m really happy this resonated and your insight is spot on.
Delicious, not to keep it short. Delicious does not need to be described, but felt. So again and as is: Delicious ❤️
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Loved reading this! It reminded me of the long summers I spent in Spain — I could swim in the Mediterranean Sea all day! It also reminded me of a poem from my first poetry book, because I too have always felt that the sea or the ocean could speak. I hope you don’t mind me sharing the poem from my first poetry book Between Worlds (written in 2019/2020) with you:
Calling
The Ocean is calling me,
endlessly
Can you hear the song
of the Sea?
The salt water
is whispering
Calling my name
“I want to swim with thee”
Please, dive deep
into the waves
Like you did as a child
when your soul was free
and ready to float
and be led by me
Yes, it's time
to dive deep
To surrender to the water
the source of life
Let me bring you home
be purified
Hear me
I am
The sweet song
of liberty
This is the invitation
the calling
Come home
swim with me.
Thank you so much , and this is such a beautiful poem I appreciate sharing it.
The sea is endlessly inspiring
Yes, she is.
Marwa, this piece is more than a poem...it is a spiritual journey. The way you showed that the sea does not accept us until we reveal our true identity touched me deeply. The moment the sea softened after hearing the Shahada… that was profound. You reminded us that the forces of this world may appear harsh, but they respond to truth, sincerity, and the courage to step into deeper waters. Thank you for writing something that feels alive.
Thank you so much @Dawnithic for such a beautiful review. It really means a lot 🙏🙏
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Thank you so much I’m really happy you liked it Josh. Coming from you I appreciate it