A Summer Walk

The sun is slowly rising and a soft wind gently blows
We are heading for the beach to feel the sand between our toes
There is something about the summer sun and a walk along the shore
That tends to put your world at peace as you hear the ocean's roar

The sound of children's laughter and the smell of tanning lotion
The taste of salt in the air from the mist coming off of the ocean
Sea gulls against a clear blue sky and a ship with its' sails set
These are days that will live in our memory, days we'll never forget

There are palm trees, music and a carousel as you make your way along
And a young woman in a bikini, her body swaying to an island song
There is a rhythm to the pounding surf, unchanging day to day
That tends to ease a troubled mind and take your blues away

Will you join me in a summer walk and be there at my side
Will you run with me into the water and swim against the tide
There's a bench out on the boardwalk, we can sit a while and talk
Then head back home together as we finish our summer walk.

Copyright © | Year Posted 2006



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Date: 1/3/2021 1:58:00 AM
a long, long walk, the heart of the wandering freedom onto the long walk; superb poem
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Date: 5/27/2009 7:16:00 AM
CONGRATULATIONS on being a winner in Johns contest, a lovely written piece...kindest thoughts, Anna-Marie.
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Date: 5/24/2009 7:12:00 AM
So beautiful! Warmest congrats Vince on your most excellent win in John's contest! Love, Shar
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Date: 5/24/2009 12:38:00 AM
Congrats on your success in John's contest. Vince Rgds Brian
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Date: 5/23/2009 6:13:00 PM
Love this poem.....like an invitation to join you on that summer walk!! Congratulations on your win in John's contest !! Good Job!! :)
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Date: 5/23/2009 12:46:00 PM
Congrats.
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