for just a little while

“My soul is full of longing for the secret of the sea, and the heart of the great ocean sends a thrilling pulse through me.” ― Henry Wadsworth Longfellow

 

 

 

seagulls sing their anthem of freedom

the jetty wears a wedding gown of sea foam white

inside castles made with care

waves do a glorious slow dance ‘neath shell chandeliers

i smell…taste…feel

the smorgasbord of sea air

as it envelops all things dark

it is here life is beautiful

sea shells control the dimmer switch of life

even if for just a little while

 

Reviews

[Bala Gorthi]

The sea ever so absorbing, one forgets everything in its presence. It is here life is beautiful seashells control the dimmer switch of life even if for just a little while..
Very beautifully said fact!
The picture is as captivating as the write is. Thank you for sharing..

[Lydia Shutter]

Thank you for your review, Bala. I appreciate it. Lydi**

[Arjun Singh]

Just reading this made my eyes twinkle, as I recollected how the sea beckons and 'lures' a kid..
It's a funny feeling: Being a kid and smiling with happy memories of your childhood!!
Haha
Lovely..!

[Lydia Shutter]

Thank you so much, Arjun. Lydi**

[Coyote Poetry]

I loved this poem. You made me wish for a few years near the Pacific. You create perfect and beautiful place dear Lydia. Thank you for sharing the amazing poetry.
Coyote

[Lydia Shutter]

John, thank you so much. Yes, the beach is a magical place. Lydi**

[Coyote Poetry]

I agree dear Lydia. I haven't seen the sea in many years. This year, maybe. You are welcome.

[Valentine]

Funny how walking on the shore line sets the heart and mind into its dreaming stage. God's creations are so amazing. Valentine

[Lydia Shutter]

How true. Thank you, Kathie. Lydi**

[DIVYA]

An amazing poem that fills my imagination with the beauty and mystical power of the sea, a powerful symbol of life. Appreciated so much.

[Lydia Shutter]

Always happy to spark your imagination! Thank you so much, Divya. Lydi**

[DIVYA]

You are most welcome.

[Patricia Wedel]

dear Lydi... there is magic at the ocean where harbor lights protect the ships from wrecking against the waves. The seagulls dancing with wings soaring to romantic rendevous' where mysteries unfold under
lavender skies and secrets exposed. Beautiful poetry. truly, Pat

[Lydia Shutter]

You know how much I love the ocean and the sand. Thank you very much, Pat. Your reviews mean a lot to me. Lydi**

[MsJewel]

There is something so calming about the ocean. You've captured that wonderful feeling of serenity in your gorgeous poem. I think I'll go for a walk on the beach.... :) Julie

[Lydia Shutter]

I remember how much you love the beach and the ocean. I hope you enjoyed your walk. Thanks, Julie, for the review. Lydi**

[Einstein Noodle]

mmm a lovely step into the calm of your poetic scene ...i have most definite recollections of the sea ..one is from Pisbo Beach CA ..i treated myself to several days at an expensive sea side resort hotel .. i was on my way to a travel nurse assignment in San Diego .. my "room" had two baths, three beds and three TVs .. it was about 900 sq ft and i used everything .. it was on the second floor and had a walk out balcony ..at night the gulls rode the air rising and falling so gently just ten feet away from touching .. and their soulful songs touched me like your poem has .. thank you for such a fine experience .. it will stay with me until i turn on the news ... which i should but most assuredly will .. i am a bit of a junky you see! :}
E.

[Lydia Shutter]

WOW.....that sea side resort must have been VERY expensive. You had quite a suite there. So pleased I was able to touch you with my words and evoke a memory. Turn on the news....we need to stay informed, E. Thanks for a great review. Lydi**

[Einstein Noodle]

love ya Lydia! it was more than i could afford but afforded it anyway ..something we all need to do from time to time says i! ;)

[Lydia Shutter]

I think you are right....just for the experience.

[Einstein Noodle]

yep! ................

[Cyprian Van Dyke]

Beauti-ful! Photo drama with imagery and it inspired great feelings of the ocean. It had me feeling like a marine life form. Tyfs!

[Lydia Shutter]

Thanks, Cyprian.

[Cyprian Van Dyke]

You're most welcome.

[Troy Henson]

Beautiful, Lydi. The ocean, the sea, the waves and this piece of writing sit very well with me. I love the ocean and its might and glory for its calming nature which you have captured so well.

[Lydia Shutter]

thank you very much, Troy. Lydi**