It’s whaling season ..
… in Hermanus (the world’s best land based whale watching place) where the Southern Right Whales come to play and have their babies. Humpback whales are also spotted but it’s mainly the Southern Right Whales. A joy to watch … an absolute thrill to see them leaping, lolling around, fins and their huge tails flipping effortlessly into the air. Hubby and I were in Hermanus for two days only, this time, visiting his Mum and family, so whale watching was brief for us, sadly, and it was raining most of the time.
Printed copies of this poem below were in the lounge of the Marine Hotel – a once-in-a-lifetime real treat !!!!!!! never to be repeated .. unless we win the lottery !! We had a courtyard facing room … no sea view but … wow … luxurious !! On our arrival we were upgraded to a suite – ultra luxurious !!!! 🙂
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The energy of the world, round and full
humming with the beauty of creation.
The ocean wraps around, deep in mysteries.
Dolphins in ancient wisdom
forever innocent and playful
Spin the world alive
riding the waves.
their bodies flashing through the water
coming and going
The pod weaving it’s natural magic
reaching out to man
Their distinctive cry vibrating through
the waters of the world
resonating deep within man.
stirring long forgotten memories
Reconnecting the invisible bond.
We gaze in wonder and awe at the whales.
these huge creatures of the sea
who seem so centred and contented
in their whaleness.
They make their life’s journey
year after year
again and again
To roll in the warm waters of the Indian Ocean
to calve and roll and blow and suckle
and leave again
to return
again and again
We stand on the cliff top to look
and gape
and laugh in delight
and wonder at the world
Why are we so fascinated and eager
to stand and stare
at these amazing creatures of the deep
Dawn Dickerson – 2005
3 Replies to “It’s whaling season ..”
I also want to see this someday. Hubby promised that someday he will take me to see this wonder. I am facinated with whales and dolphins, so I know that this is a treat to see.
I am glad there was still lots of whales around for you ro photograph.
What a stunning poem! I love the whales!