Deep blue waves of aqua waver in the wind for a split second before crashing inwards, foam bubbling and spreading across the sea as they still. The sky pales in comparison as puffs of grey begin to accumulate, ready to burst any minute. The water is wild now, the edges sharp, the air crisp. In the middle of it all, a lone ship makes its way to nowhere in particular. One might think the man had a death wish. They would be right. This man is ready to embrace the raging sea. He is ready to let it swallow him whole and he will do so with a smile on his face, though you can't really tell whether he's smiling or not. Maybe it's just the wind pushing back against the loose folds of his skin. Or maybe he's lost it. You'll never know. Because before you try to decipher it, a giant wave will envelop him and all that will remain, will be the chipped boards of the ship. r what's left of it anyway.

A graduation present.

A symbol of resilient and strength.

Only sees the sun on special occasions.

Otherwise,

it lies neat and tidy in the wardrobe,

waiting for it’s time, it’s time to show it’s feathers like a peacock.

Then

its ironed and de fluffed,

perfection is key,

not a crease out of line.

One by one the buttons are polished,

they become as shiny as a new pound coin.

Once worn on his wedding day where sweaty palms are rubbed on his trousers.

Proudly worn outside Buckingham palace while admiring fans snap photos.

A representation of bravery and courage.

A introduction to a new life, one of strict discipline.

I uniquely spin and gravitate to blue

Not just any blue, but a deep, resounding navy blue

That speaks to my soul in unspoken ways

And resonates deep within me as each day begins anew.

Blue, blue, blue provides such immense comfort

And through the warm day and long night

I find ease, rest and comfort in my existence

And discover that which is forever within my sight.

And thus, I choose this and that in navy blue

And sometimes mix it with vibrant colors

Surrounding myself with that blue I so love

For mysterious reasons unbeknownst to others.

The still, the movement of navy blue

Ever encroaching and enveloping all around

I feel it with every breath I take

This blue represents the meaning of life as it abounds.

I see it in the ocean and the massive skies above

In the tiny Blue jays, flowers, and butterflies

It flits, it stirs, and flourishes in nature all about

Until I can see nothing but a peace that draws nigh.

Perhaps the blue I so love is a unique power

Special as it resonates deeply inside of me,

A purpose, a drive, a fierce embodiment

That reverberates within my soul as I move and breathe.

To me, navy blue is more than a mere color

It’s a unique sense of my being and protection

That moves with me along each step I take

And infuses me with purpose and direction.