Love of a Pearl Diver

In the depths of the shining blue sea

The diver dives in search of pearls

He passes by the fish and the coral reefs

And admires the beauty and wonders.

He holds a basket in his hand

And a reed in his mouth to breathe

He looks for the big oysters

That hide the jewels in them.

And suddenly he sees something amazing

Like a castle made of gold

He approaches it with curiosity and delight

And feels awe and admiration.

For it is inhabited by a friendly creature

With a dragon's head and a whale's body

It greets him with a warm smile

And invites him to explore the sea

giving him ability to breath underwater.

The diver accepts with gratitude and joy

For he is kind and adventurous

He follows the creature to see its home

And learns more about its way of living.

The creature shows him its glittering gold castle

And welcomes him warmly and generously

He sees in it treasures beyond count or measure

Of gold, silver, diamonds and pearls.

But what amazed him more than all that

Is that he saw in the middle of the castle

A beautiful woman like the moon on a full night

Clothed modestly and beautifully from her head to her feet.

Her charming eyes were

Shining like stars in the sky

And he saw in her gaze a gentle kindness

As if she was happy to see him.

He asked her who she was and what her story was

She answered him with a soft and sweet voice

She is the daughter of the great king of the seas

Who ruled over all underwater creatures.

But one day her father passed away peacefully

And left her the castle and his legacy

And she chose to live with this friendly creature.

Who was her loyal friend and companion.

But when she saw the kind diver

She felt a new feeling in her heart

She asked him to stay with them for a while

And to share with them his experience of life.

The diver agreed with love and respect

And he decided to stay with them for a while

And he enjoyed their company and hospitality

He learned more about the sea and its secrets

And he taught them about the land and its wonders

He became friends with the friendly creature

That was wise and generous

He became fond of the beautiful woman

Who was gentle and virtuous.

They spent some time together

sharing their stories and dreams

And learnt depth of wisdom together

In the true bond of worthy respect.

But one day the diver realized his true feelings

And he decided to propose to the woman

He told her his intention with a sincere heart

And he asked her to be his wife and partner.

The woman accepted with joy and gratitude

And she gave him her hand and her heart

They asked the friendly creature to bless their union

And he agreed with happiness and honor.

They had a simple and beautiful wedding

And they celebrated with the sea and its inhabitants.

They exchanged vows of love and loyalty

And they kissed with passion and tenderness.

They lived happily as husband and wife in harmony and peace

And they never forgot their origin or their destiny

They were grateful for their fate and their blessings.

But one day the diver remembered his family

Who were waiting for him on the shore

He felt a pang of sadness and guilt

And he decided to visit them with his wife.

He told her his decision with a gentle voice

And he asked her to come with him to the land

He assured her of his love and support

And he promised her a warm welcome from his people.

The woman agreed with love and trust

For she wanted to see his world and his family

They asked the friendly beast to take care of their home

And he agreed with kindness and loyalty

They packed their belongings and treasures

And they said goodbye to the sea and its inhabitants.

They followed the diver to the surface

And they saw the sun and the sky

They were amazed by the sight and the light

And they felt a new sensation in their hearts

They held each other's hands tightly

And they smiled with hope and happiness

They reached the shore where the diver's family was waiting

And they greeted them with respect and affection

They introduced themselves as his wife from the sea

And they asked them to welcome her warmly

The diver's family was surprised and delighted

And they welcomed her with open arms

They invited them to their home and their village

And they offered them their hospitality and friendship.
Igor Marynowski: poetry and illustration