Andrew Wyeth and The Mag #144 "The Keeper" a poem

Squall, 1986 - Andrew Wyeth, 

The Keeper

Worn mahogany groans
beneath my tread,
as I wipe weary
from burning eyes.

Gnarled hands grasp
ladder rungs, familiar,
haul myself up the last few feet
into fortressed turret,

where with love-worn gaze
watch her heave and roll
an outburst upon rocky shore;
a tempest passion sets ablaze
my steadfast heart.

I guide to safety
those unlucky in love,
her tenacious hold
upon their hearts, destructive.

Just as fast
she'll simmer and settle
before adoring eyes,
paint a lover's morning sky

as I retrace my steps, sink
into blissful dreams, her breath
fresh upon my neck as we slumber,
drained and tranquil.

by Margaret Bednar, 11-20-2012

Bodie Island Lighthouse by Kay Gaensler

This is for the MAGNIFICENT Magpie Tales #144.  The top photo is this week's photo prompt and the second photo is of Bodie Island Lighthouse in my home state of North Carolina.  I have yet to drive towards the Outer Banks, as usually I head to the mountains, but I see I will have to plan a trip!

I've also linked to dVerse Poets Pub "Open Link Night"