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Bodega Bay

Whitecaps splash against Charcoal colored rocks that Lie in scattered clumps Hugging the summer shoreline, Leaving white frothy foam That quickly disappears as Steadfast rocks prepare for Their next embrace. The ocean is calm today And my thoughts drift Through azure skies To mingle with the clouds. © Connie Marcum Wong

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Richard Lamoureux

Date: 6/2/2014 7:30:00 AM

This one caught my eye because we have a place for the arts called Bodega Ranch. I wonder if it was inspired by this bay.

Connie Marcum Wong
Date: 6/3/2014 3:32:00 AM

It was inspired by Bodega Bay in Calif. Richard. I loved the area and it was made somewhat famous by Hitchcock's film "The Birds" being shot there. We had lunch near the sea and it was lovely. My daughter lives up that way. Thanks, Connie

Debbie Duncan

Date: 10/5/2012 11:46:00 AM

I used to go deep sea fishing there. Those waters get very choppy,,, I love the sea though ,,,, have a blessed day Connie ;}

Michael Smith

Date: 7/16/2012 10:12:00 AM

You have a way with words .

Sara Kendrick

Date: 7/15/2012 6:09:00 PM

Very descriptive and expressive work..Enjoyed reading this eve..The strength of the Rock is what is needed..Sara

Andrea Dietrich

Date: 7/3/2012 5:59:00 AM

Rereading this lovely one of yours, Connie. How is the baby watching going?

Charlotte Puddifoot

Date: 7/1/2012 4:05:00 PM

congrats on your win in the contest; a succinct, superb evocation of the beach, each word thoughtfully placed :-)

Doreen Wright

Date: 6/29/2012 9:37:00 PM

Mingling with the clouds...great past time and poem. I enjoyed this.

Elizabeth Wesley

Date: 6/29/2012 8:24:00 PM

Do you ever get over the wonder of living in Hawaii Connie? Imagine having this wonderful view of the sea all the time. I'm so glad I got to go there and experience some of what you write about. Just a beautiful rendition of what your Hawaii is :)

David Williams

Date: 6/29/2012 1:17:00 PM

Connie, belated congrats on your win..an excellent write..David

Tim Ryerson

Date: 6/28/2012 2:50:00 PM

Exquisite, Connie. Love the way you describe the rocks preparing for their next embrace. Congratulations on your win and my very best regards to you - Tim

Kabuteng P.Ink K.

Date: 6/28/2012 10:49:00 AM

Coming back to this beauty Connie and saying Super congrats on your win :) I really enjoyed this picturesque poem of yours! have a great weekend and hugs to you! :D

Matthew Anish

Date: 6/27/2012 8:27:00 PM

What sweet verse! The ocean is a great inspiration to many poets and you have done an evocative job here. Peace & Love Matthew Anish

Carol Sunshine Brown

Date: 6/27/2012 12:46:00 PM

Congratulations on your placement in the Summer contest cONNIE. Love, Carol

Nette Onclaud

Date: 6/27/2012 10:47:00 AM

and now... i send you bouquets of congrats, connie... well done, classy!..:) huggs

Nette Onclaud

Date: 6/26/2012 11:51:00 PM

your phrasing is almost impeccable, connie.. and the scenery done in such poetic diction flows like " frothy foam.." :) huggs

Anne-Lise Andresen

Date: 6/26/2012 11:50:00 PM

I am comming Connie.....beautiful place and beautiful poem. - Have a lovely day - oxox love Anne-Lise

Andrea Dietrich

Date: 6/26/2012 6:57:00 PM

oh my word, you must have barely posted this one. I had not ever commented to it before. Wow, you know what? This would be a perfect one for that anthology of Karen's!! A big congratulations to you. YOu and I got the same placement. Luv, Andrea

Carrie Richards

Date: 6/26/2012 6:32:00 PM

You've made one of our favorite seaside places sound even more inviting. (My oldest son actually lives not far from there, in Petaluma...so we visit Bodega Bay often!) Lovely poem, Connie!! Congratulations!

Poet Destroyer A

Date: 6/26/2012 6:23:00 PM

Hi COnnie, ,, congratulations on a job well done... DG. has some of the toughest contest.. I am so happy to see you on her wonderful list.. Always~PD

Debbie Guzzi

Date: 6/26/2012 4:38:00 PM

sharp, crisp...salty as the sea air...wish I could see you in San Fran next week? Congrad's on your win. Light & Love

Kabuteng P.Ink K.

Date: 6/26/2012 9:48:00 AM

What a wonderful description this is, Connie! I really enjoyed your picturesque imagery here! Beautiful read for me, and thank you for passing by my poem with your inspiring words :) as for my connection-- it pops up here and there. Sighs. I hope you are having a great week dear Connie! Hugs to you! :D

Debbie Guzzi

Date: 6/26/2012 6:13:00 AM

wonderful to read you again..always the breath of fresh air! Light & Love

Barbara Gorelick

Date: 6/25/2012 9:54:00 PM

Beautiful poem..I was there a couple of weeks ago..its one of my favorite places...BG