Corey Fox

At the Heart of the Deepest Blue

By Corey Fox



I’ve always wondered what it’s like to sail the seven seas;

to drift, on the great abyss, in my boat singing, “c’est la vie.”

I’d visit the oil rigs, as I weave between metal beams,

and bask in the open air, as I wait for a gentle breeze.



I’d wander among the squalls, and then gaze at the rising moon;

find comfort and solitude, on my own little island cruise.

I’d graciously tip my hat to the ‘Old Man and the Sea,’

then wave, as I say “goodbye,” to Poseidon—it’s bittersweet!



This feels like a vivid dream, will I find what I’m looking for?

Harmony with the natural world—inner peace that I’m pushing towards?

Oh, how wonderous it would be as I row with two wooden oars;

drop anchor, then take a plunge, on my way to the ocean floor!



I’d descend, beneath the waves, until light is out of my reaches,

then float, like in outer space, ‘til I’m miles from crowded beaches.

I’d follow the current down, ‘til I’m close to the planet’s core,

then race turtles and giant squids ‘til my stamina’s ran its course.



I’d croon with a pod of whales, and surf on tectonic plates,

then I’d cruise through the coral reefs ‘cause it’s quite the exotic place!

Play ball with a school of dolphins, turn triteness to special moments,

then swim by a herd of sharks, they’re so nice when you get to know them!

I’d walk the streets of Atlantis, and skip on the cobblestone,

then admire ruins with Neptune, and sit on his marble throne.

I’m searching for all the knowledge that lies in the lunar tides;

revealing secrets of the deep, with new friends while we scuba dive.


I’d cruise the abyssal plain; scour trenches in Mariana,

then sneak like a scaredy-cat by a deadly pack of piranhas.

I'd travel to famous wrecks, be awestruck with a sudden glimpse;

to spelunk through a sunken ship’s, at the top of my bucket list!



If I could stay down here forever, I’d float to my hearts content.

Be one with the bounding main, ‘till I soften the sharpest edge.

Although sadly, whatever’s good, will eventually come to end,

and the time has arrived to say, “farewell,” to my charming friends.


Not bye, but it’s ‘see ya later,’ and not for a lack of courage.

I’m never lost if I can follow the bubbles back to the surface.

And there’s an ocean of possibilities down in my paradise…

at the heart of the deepest blue under blankets of starry nights.

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"At the Heart of the Deepest Blue," is a story of a young man and the sea. Come along, and join our Lionheart on his adventure across the vast ocean! With his trusty sailboat and a heart full of courage, he sails through choppy swells and drops anchor, diving deep into the ocean's abyss as he discovers a world beyond imagination.

Beneath the waves, our young Lionheart befriends gentle turtles and other marine life, learning the secrets of the deep. As he journeys further, he stumbles upon the legendary ruins of Atlantis, where ancient mysteries unfold before his eyes. Exploring shipwrecks, he uncovers treasures lost to time and learns valuable lessons about bravery and the wonders of the deep blue sea.

Get ready to set sail with our Young Lionheart as he explores the magic beneath the surface of the ocean in this enchanting tale of adventure and discovery!

"At the Heart of the Deepest Blue," is now available on Amazon in paperback and eBook.

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My Happy Place

By: Corey Fox



Whenever I’m feeling sad, out of place, or misunderstood,

I use my imagination to guide me out of the woods.

I’ll drift away from the fog, and the shadows of my regrets,

so I can rise above the smog and see views that are picturesque.



I’ll leave it all behind, in my mind, for greener pastures;

to take a deeper breath and maybe… start a new chapter.

Sometimes I get overwhelmed, then I’ll try to harness my power,

while I overcome the heartache and rise from my darkest hour.



Then suddenly, I take flight on a magical stratus cloud,

flying next to a flock of birds, as I search for the castle grounds.

When up high, I see in the distance, a kingdom with massive gates;

a dreamland that looks familiar, I’m back at my Happy Place.



While making my grand arrival, my soul is emitting sparks;

being here is like skipping rocks, as I sit on the fishing docks.

When I’m pulling up to the slip, I so festively disembark,

as I wander up to the gates, with empathy in my heart.



Open sesame’s what I’ll say, then I’m in on my own accord.

I don’t have to pay admission, to wander the great outdoors.

I prefer to drift away for a moment and be at ease;

to gather myself in secret and wander my sweetest dreams.



‘Cause up here, I see all the things that help me to be at peace,

like all the people that I love, amongst valleys and mountain peaks.

I visit when I’m afraid, it gives me a nice distraction,

which helps me to keep control without emotional reactions.



My grandparents are waiting here, to fill me with words of wisdom.

They help me to reboot my brain’s operating system.

Down there, they both have passed… but up here, they both keep me grounded!

They say the right words to keep my judgement from getting clouded.



My grandmother’s tending gardens, while my grandfather reads the paper.

It’s great to come and embrace them, I hope that I’ll see them later!

There are others here I make time for, they wait for me in the winds,

like my dog who went to the farm, and now look at his pair of wings!



I came to my inner oasis, defeated from my frustrations,

but all the warmth and familiar faces, they helped me to find my patience.

They’ve helped me to clear my conscience, the negativity’s gone.

I’m ready to react without irritability, calm.



And so, I tell them goodbye, running back along through the fields;

I run past my grandparents’ house as they wave to me, how surreal.

I dance happily while my dog’s flying circles around me, healed;

I run back to the massive gates and return to my cloud mobile.



I’m finally feeling tranquil, as I return to the planet’s surface;

this mending was for a purpose, my headspace has been refurbished.

I’m leaving my Happy Place for now, but it’s not forever.

I’m headed to whence I came, to tackle my next adventure!

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My next children's book "My Happy Place" is now available on Amazon in paperback and kindle

My Happy Place (Young Lionheart and a Field Guide to the Everything) In “My Happy Place,” join our young Lionheart as he navigates the mindfulness of his emotions through the magical realms of imagination. When sadness weighs heavy on his heart, he drifts away to his Happy Place, where cherished faces and breathtaking vistas await. Here, surrounded by beloved fri...

‼️Breaking News‼️

My new children's book, "The New Deputy in Town" has been released on Amazon in paperback and Kindle eBook!

This is the next entry in my Young Lionheart series, which is a collection of children's books crafted with bravery and self-discovery in mind.

Here is the synopsis:

"The New Deputy in Town" is a delightful children's book that will transport young readers to a world of imagination, courage, and Wild West fun. Read along as our Young Lionheart sets sail on a road trip with his family to an American Frontier amusement park with high noon re-enactments!

As they arrive in a place where tumbleweeds and ten-gallon hats are the norm, our young Deputy is about to embark on the adventure of a lifetime. When a crafty bank robber stirs up trouble, it's up to this pint-sized lawman to save the day.

Armed with courage and bravery in tow, our lionheart will teach the Wild West that heroes come in all sizes. Join him on a rip-roaring ride through the dusty trails, as he proves that even the smallest cowpokes can rustle up big trouble for the bad guys. Saddle up and get ready for a rootin', tootin' tale of courage, and a whole lot of Wild West fun!"

Here's a sample of the text:

We’re cruising on the highway,
alone on the open road,

like we’re galloping, leading chase,
with our bags full of stolen gold.

Nice and steady around the curves,
as we’re leaving the city limits;

lonesome desert in all directions—
can’t wait just another minute.

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"The New Deputy in Town" is available now!

The New Deputy In Town (Young Lionheart and a Field Guide to the Everything) "The New Deputy in Town" is a delightful children's book that will transport young readers to a world of imagination, courage, and Wild West fun. In a town where tumbleweeds and ten-gallon hats are the norm, our young Deputy is about to embark on the adventure of a lifetime. When a crafty bank ro...

"The Unclean: Book of Lazarus," graphic novel is available now on Amazon in Paperback & Kindle E-Book!

Synopsis:

"Step inside the mind of Lazarus as he deals with loss in a post-pandemic world. Set in the cyber-noir streets of Los Angeles, "The Unclean" takes place in the distant future and was written as a love letter to introspection and the science fiction genre as a whole. Our main character is detrimentally self-aware as he self-medicates his way through the traumatic causeways of his past and ponders his existence in a city he no longer recognizes."

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The Unclean: Book of Lazarus Step inside the mind of Lazarus as he deals with loss in a post-pandemic world. Set in the cyber-noir streets of Los Angeles, “The Unclean” takes place in the distant future and was written as a love letter to introspection and the science fiction genre as a whole. Our main character is detrimen...