Crossed the Channel by ferry recently, from Dover to Calais and back again about a week later.
On the way south I was astonished to see a gannet flying past astern of the ship. Although I was wearing my glasses and visibility was excellent, I didn't quite trust my eyes.
On the way north, there the gannet was again, in almost exactly the same spot. Only this time my vantage point was better and I could clearly see the gorgeous blue-and-black design about its eye and the characteristic pale golden plumage on its neck.
What was it doing out there all on its own?
The sight inspired me to pen this:
I to I with a gannet
going, and coming back
Same bird?
Not a mirage
not an illusion
A miracle
Peace!
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