Sunday Seascape
One chill and misty Sunday afternoon,
I walk along a lonely stretch of beach
In quietude. The only sounds I hear
Along the shore are gently lapping waves,
A seagull's plaintive crying overhead,
And salt-tinged breezes whispering through the trees.
I walk along a lonely stretch of beach
In quietude. The only sounds I hear
Along the shore are gently lapping waves,
A seagull's plaintive crying overhead,
And salt-tinged breezes whispering through the trees.
Upon these windswept solitary sands
Where time and tide and wind have left their scars,
I feast my eyes on seaside panorama.
The sun's rays sparkle on the rolling sea
And cool damp mists enshroud the distant isles.
It's growing late, but I'll prolong my stroll;
This tranquil Sunday seascape calms my soul...
Published by Mike Powers
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45 Comments
Post a CommentGreat work here; thanks for sharing
Wonderful poem.
Lovely. This is the type of poem I like to read aloud. The second stanza seems to
swell like the waves of the sea. I enjoy your photography.
Beautiful photo to match this beautiful poem, Mike!
I just love this one. It's like taking a mini vacation when absorbing it.
Nice poem and picture!
I can smell the salty air!
I like your phrasing in this piece. Nice!
Beautiful imagery! Reminds me of the beach I live near now.
ditto Abby