A Tale To Tell

An old stone cottage stands on the seafront Abandoned and alone Windows covered in sea salt and cobwebs Its history and story unknown A small white cottage with good bones That has weathered many a storm Now unloved and neglected Still stands steadfast ,proud, yet sadly forlorn A large stone fireplace graces the front room Blackened by the years that have withstood the test of time Giving warmth and comfort to many a soul Comfort so sublime I wonder who resided here Was it a happy home Was it alive , full of love and laughter Or harbouring sadness and secrets unknown I would love to sit inside this cottage Light the fire and share a cup of tea So the cottage could tell me its story Of life as it used to be A story perhaps of long lost secrets One of intrigue and mystery Or maybe just a simple tale Of a loving family In appreciation and gratitude for story told A cuddle it would be I would visit time and again for the warmth of its fire And to share another cup of tea!