Anthony Boy's Magical Voyage
Anthony Boy’s Magical Voyage
By Joyce Dickens
It was growing darker by the hour and yet the day was still very young. A storm was brewing out to sea and it was growing quite clear that Monterey Bay was no place to be.
The waves were growing taller and very wild; the smell of salt and sulphur filled the air. The clouds were strangely different today; the sky was taking on a reddish tint and bursts of lightning every now and then were a definite warning that this was no place to play and yet, Anthony Boy had a strange feeling about today; a feeling of excitement and anticipation.
Anthony Boy has been on dry land, on display at the Monterey Boat Works for many years; only he and a few other retired boats from the old fishing fleet know the secret, the untold story of what really takes place when one of these “magical storms” comes to the Bay. No one really knows how it happens, but some of the older fishermen talk very secretly amongst themselves; it’s been said that if the incoming storms come from a very distant and magical place, they will bring with them some form of mystical power. This power breathes life into the old and retired fleet, one by one; though it is short-lived, it is a memory that each retired fishing boat will hold in their heart forever.
Anthony Boy could feel it in the air; he was excited and felt sure that tonight it would be his turn to once again cruise across the bay, waves lapping on his deck, the salty air breathing life into him, and he standing tall in the moonlight and storm clouds, would once again be so very proud.
Hours had come and gone, and Anthony Boy’s excitement was rapidly growing; he was ready. It was evening now and very dark; the storm had arrived. The sky was full of electricity, and the wind was so strong that all of the people in the area had gone to their homes; this was going to be a bad one. A huge bolt of lightning struck nearby and took out the power; things were getting blown here and there. The smell of sulphur was very strong now; this went on for hours it seemed to Anthony who was by now very impatient, when suddenly there was a stillness that he couldn’t describe. Knowing he had never felt this before, he was beginning to feel a bit unsure if he really wanted this to be “his storm” or not. He took a deep breath and remained motionless and at that very instant something happened; the framework that was supporting Anthony Boy, just flew apart, even though the wind had completely stopped.
Anthony felt that he was in motion, but he was afraid to look; suddenly he felt something that he hadn’t felt for years – the cool salt water lapping around him, dancing on his bow and caressing his stern. The wind began to blow again, just enough to push Anthony proudly across the water; he was so happy, and he just beamed from head to toe as he slowly and quietly made his way to all of his favorite fishing spots. Finally, it was nearly dawn by now, and Anthony headed back to the breakwater where he was greeted by many of his old “fleet” friends who wanted to hear all the details of Anthony Boy’s Magical Voyage.
It was a night made in heaven for Anthony, but it was soon over and the storm was passing; Anthony found himself back in his supporting framework and back on display at the boat works. This was a night that he would always cherish and remember. From this day on, Anthony Boy was so proud to greet all of the tourists that came from near and far to see him and his famous Monterey Bay on the California coast. The next time one of these powerful storms come to Port, it will be another retired fishing boat’s turn to once again cruise the Bay and Anthony will know the secret, and be so proud and happy that the others in the retired fleet will get their chance to make the Magical Voyage.
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steen, 3 months ago
trippy look…well done
cool story
cherylc1, 3 months ago
fabulous!
Joyce Dickens,... in reply to steen’s comment, 3 months ago
Thank you for stopping by; I appreciate the support!
Joyce Dickens,... in reply to cherylc1’s comment, 3 months ago
Cheryl…..thank you; I had fun with the image and the short story; I appreciate your awesome support!
DarrellMoseley, 3 months ago
WINK, WINK! JOYCE, I SWARE YOU JUST DESCRIBED MY WEEKEND, EXCEPT THE PART OF RETIRING ! LOL LOVELY EXPRESSION, VERY CREATIVE WRITING! THATS KIND OF STEAMY!
Kathleen Struckle, 3 months ago
Beautiful!!
Gracey, 3 months ago
That’s just marvelous – great image, terrific tale!
MKWhite, 3 months ago
Awesome job Joyce :)
Sean Farragher, 3 months ago
well done
Joyce Dickens,... in reply to DarrellMoseley’s comment, 3 months ago
Darrell, so glad you enjoyed my little “ghost story”.....it’s been a while since I have written anything and this was a lot of fun…...so, you must have had an awesome weekend then???
Joyce Dickens,... in reply to Kathleen Struckle’s comment, 3 months ago
Kathleen, thank you so much!
Joyce Dickens,... in reply to Gracey’s comment, 3 months ago
Gracey, thank you so much; glad you are enjoying this one!
Joyce Dickens,... in reply to MKWhite’s comment, 3 months ago
Thank you Mike; I appreciate your support!
Joyce Dickens,... in reply to Sean Farragher’s comment, 3 months ago
Sean, thank you so much!
Joyce Dickens,... in reply to cherylc1’s comment, 3 months ago
Cheryl, thank you so much for adding this to your favorites; I am honored!!!
frogster, 3 months ago
Like what you did here Joyce
Gary L. Suddath, 3 months ago
beautiful work both in story and image,excellent
Joyce Dickens,... in reply to frogster’s comment, 3 months ago
Larry thank you so much!
Joyce Dickens,... in reply to Gary L. Suddath’s comment, 3 months ago
Gary, thank you so much; I appreciate your awesome support!
kim Davitt, 3 months ago
spooky image
well done
SkyFox, 3 months ago
Sis – your talent is INSANE! This is incredible!
Joyce Dickens,... in reply to kim Davitt’s comment, 3 months ago
Kimberly, thank you so much!
Joyce Dickens,... in reply to SkyFox’s comment, 3 months ago
Sky…thank you my dear friend; you are sooo good for my ego! Thank you for your awesome support!
Heloisa Castro, 3 months ago
fantastic
aphoto4you, 3 months ago
this makes u go WOW my friend…u have done it…BRAVO….wow…my fav on this one…yes./.
Joyce Dickens,... in reply to Heloisa Castro’s comment, 3 months ago
Heloisa, thank you so much; I am glad you are enjoying this image!
Joyce Dickens,... in reply to aphoto4you’s comment, 3 months ago
Bianca, thank you so much, I am delighted in your response; I had so much fun creating this image and writing the short story to go with; I am genuinly pleased that you are enjoying it!
blamo, 3 months ago
great little story love the mist effect too well concieved
Nikki Mulkern, 3 months ago
Fantastic work on this! Love the story too!
Nira Dabush, 3 months ago
Outstanding scenery, Joyce…
wonderful dramatic atmosphere captured here
Joyce Dickens,... in reply to blamo’s comment, 3 months ago
blamo, thank you so much; I appreciate it!
Joyce Dickens,... in reply to Nikki Mulkern’s comment, 3 months ago
Nikki, thank you so much; I appreciate your support!
Joyce Dickens,... in reply to Nira Dabush’s comment, 3 months ago
Nira, I am honored that you have chosen to add this image to your favorite’s list; thank you so much; I appreciate it!
Dennis Rubin IPA, 3 months ago
great one, Joyce – really like the MOOD of this image – added!
Kimberly Palmer, 3 months ago
Wow Joyce, that is an excellent piece of writing, way to go! I enjoyed reading that very much…
Nice creative image as well.
Joyce Dickens,... in reply to Dennis Rubin IPA’s comment, 3 months ago
Dennis, thank you so much; glad you are enjoying this! I appreciate your awesome support, thanks for adding!
Joyce Dickens,... in reply to Kimberly Palmer’s comment, 3 months ago
Kimmie, thanks for stopping by; I am truly delighted that you like the writing….....I hadn’t written much for several years, though at one time I wrote quite often…...glad you are also enjoying this image! :-)
Kimberly Palmer, 3 months ago
I hope you write more!!!
Joyce Dickens,... in reply to Kimberly Palmer’s comment, 3 months ago
Thanks Kimmie….I will have more time when I retire…. ha ha ha!
bamagirl38, 2 months ago
Holy Moly again! LOL WOOOOOOOOOOOOO HOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO BABY!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Joyce Dickens,... in reply to bamagirl38’s comment, 2 months ago
You have made me smile from ear to ear…........thank you Bonita!
ELENNE BOOTHE, 2 months ago
Wow!! simply beautiful, wonderful reading.
This is a master piece..
Joyce Dickens,... in reply to ELENNE BOOTHE’s comment, 2 months ago
Thank you so much Elenne; I am honored that you have chosen to add this to your favorites list; and I appreciate the “Masterpiece” comment more than I can say!!!
Joyce Dickens,..., 2 months ago
Thank you to The Healing Journey for featuring this image…........I appreciate the groups awesome show of support!!!
Joyce Dickens,..., 2 months ago
I should have said thank you for featuring this image AND story; Thank you one and all!!!
bamagirl38, 2 months ago
This is now Our #1 Featured Piece Of The Day ( July 15, 2008 ) in the group Live, Love, Dream! CONGRATS !!! You may view this by going to our groups home page and scrolling down! Congrats again and have a wonderful week!
Bonita :)
Joyce Dickens,... in reply to bamagirl38’s comment, 2 months ago
I am so honored Bonita; I love this group and all the many talented artists here are just amazing….......thank you!!!
AnthonyBoy, 2 months ago
Very nice…captures the essence on the day it was launched in 1965/66
Thanks,
Anthony Boy
Joyce Dickens,... in reply to AnthonyBoy’s comment, 2 months ago
Thank you for stopping; I appreciate your supportive comment!
TREVOR IRWIN, 2 months ago
Stunning Work of art. Thiis is exceptional talent.
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butchart, 2 months ago
i am glad you posted a journal about this joyce…. i now get to enjoy the wonderful vision and story of hope and dreams fulfilled…. a beautiful combination….......................b
Joyce Dickens,... in reply to TREVOR IRWIN’s comment, 2 months ago
Trevor, thank you so much; I appreciate your awesome support…....thank you also for adding this to your favorites!
Joyce Dickens,... in reply to butchart’s comment, 2 months ago
b…..... You add to my inspiration more than I can say….......thank you so much!!!
jlynn, 2 months ago
What a fantastic story and image!! WTG!!
Joyce Dickens,... in reply to jlynn’s comment, 7 days ago
jlynn….thank you so much ; I am so sorry for taking so long in getting back to you!..glad you are enjoying this fun little story and image!
Joyce Dickens,..., 7 days ago