Shakings and Odd Bits

“Shakings are the odds and ends of rope and canvas, accumulated during the voyage, which used to be the perquisite of the Chief Mate.” F T Bullen. F.R.G.S. A collection of poems, yarns and thoughts, a mixed bag, a sack of shakings, bits and pieces of life collected, scrambled or jumbled into a book fitted with an index as if life were fitted so. Perhaps I should say, “Here are a few samples and observations from my life to date.” Some sad, some true, some I hope will touch you.