-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!
Copyright © | Year Posted 2024

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Rodgers Avatar
October 9, 2024 at 8:17 AM
Dear Deb, What a delightful journey through the mystery of this house. Every word kept me captivated and here is my favorite lines. "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." Autumn Blessings, My Dear Friend, Daniel
M  Avatar
October 9, 2024 at 11:58 AM
Hi Daniel….glad you enjoyed and always appreciate your thoughts and support! Debx
Leach Avatar
October 8, 2024 at 9:30 AM
Ooh, I would want to go too. Lovely story, nicely written.
M  Avatar
October 9, 2024 at 11:56 AM
Thanks Alesia l appreciate your thoughts and lovely comment! Debx
Meadows Avatar
October 8, 2024 at 12:50 AM
This is a beautiful poem and a fave for me! Enjoyed reading!
M  Avatar
October 9, 2024 at 11:55 AM
Thankyou Daisy especially for the fave …..that is very special and l appreciate greatly! Debx
Baker Avatar
October 7, 2024 at 8:12 PM
Very inviting poetry, Deb. I like the rhyme and flow. Your poet friend in Texas, Bill
M  Avatar
October 9, 2024 at 11:57 AM
Thanks my Texan buddy….glad you are back! Debx
Greenhough Avatar
October 7, 2024 at 1:10 PM
Old cottages need love. I'd love to see it. This is a dreamy poem with a lot of good wishes.
M  Avatar
October 9, 2024 at 12:00 PM
Yes they do need love Hilda and its sad to see them neglected and empty! Thankyou friend! Debx
Kauffman Avatar
October 7, 2024 at 10:42 AM
What a wonderful voyage into nostalgia and mystery, Deb. You craft an amazing picture of abandonment but never losing sight of the story. Wonderful metaphor for those "houses" that are also abandoned. Enjoyed this very much and left me wanting to know "the rest of the story." Blessings to you.
M  Avatar
October 7, 2024 at 11:05 AM
Hi Sam....what a lovely comment which l greatly appreciate. I am so happy you liked it. I would love to hear all the tales that lovely stone cottage had to tell but alas Ha! Thankyou...Debx
Kitchin Avatar
October 7, 2024 at 7:28 AM
Deb, I enjoyed your abandoned cottage tale.
M  Avatar
October 7, 2024 at 9:08 AM
Thanks Tania….much appreciated! Debx
Flood Avatar
October 6, 2024 at 4:03 PM
Thoroughly enjoyed this, Deb. I’m always intrigued by empty/deserted houses seemingly crying out for a family to call it home… and yet, desolate. Hiw does tgat come to pass. Nicely conveyed imagery. Great to see you back. Terry
M  Avatar
October 7, 2024 at 3:56 AM
I know Terry especially in the U.K…..beautifully crafted old gorgeous homes just left empty….l too do not understand it and always wonder what their story is! Thankyou my lovely funny friend! Debx
One Avatar
October 6, 2024 at 10:05 AM
You really created a picture of the image thought you words and wonderful poem..
M  Avatar
October 7, 2024 at 3:42 AM
Thankyou S.O….l appreciate you dropping by. Hope you are doing ok! Debx
Gentile Avatar
October 6, 2024 at 5:53 AM
Deb, with the wonderfully vivid imagery you have created here, it's so easy to imagine that I could be there with you! I love old cottages and their stories. It reads like an old black and white movie that's watched year after year! Happy Sunday xxoo
M  Avatar
October 7, 2024 at 3:53 AM
Mike ,l just love and appreciate your comment…so feel good….so thankyou!.l thought you would love old cottages and their stories just like me! Debx
Romios Avatar
October 6, 2024 at 5:04 AM
Gee, how moving this is~ i think you should buy this lonely cottage, ! bet its walls has stories to tell! Thau whisper, when the sun goes down. A most moving write, Deb, Love, Pangie
M  Avatar
October 7, 2024 at 3:49 AM
Oh l am so glad you were moved Pangie that makes me happy! Can you imagine some of the stories and secrets it might share….mystery, affairs, murder haha ….now l am getting totally carried away! Thanks my lovely friend! Debx
Read Avatar
October 6, 2024 at 4:26 AM
A cottage full of memories I wonder what stories it could reveal. Nice one Deb.
M  Avatar
October 7, 2024 at 3:45 AM
I know John it would be so interesting! Thanks….Debx
Buhagiar Avatar
October 6, 2024 at 4:02 AM
I love cottages. Great descriptions that lures the reader to spend time there, cuddling away..
M  Avatar
October 7, 2024 at 3:43 AM
Thanks Victor….cuddles right back at ya! Ha….always a pleasure Victor….Debx
Lane Avatar
October 6, 2024 at 3:39 AM
Deb, your descriptive write allowed me to see myself sitting there with you in that cottage, enjoying tea, the sights and sounds of the ocean, and sharing the friendship we've made.
M  Avatar
October 6, 2024 at 9:05 AM
I will bring the bolt cutters hehe!!
Lane Avatar
October 6, 2024 at 3:51 AM
Tell me where and when, and I'll bring the tea!
M  Avatar
October 6, 2024 at 3:50 AM
Oh that would be just lovely Lin but we would have to break in….are you up for that l am!! Haha sit by the raging fire sharing our lives….Alas!! Thanks my friend….Debx
Cunningham Avatar
October 6, 2024 at 1:19 AM
If only it could talk, what a treasure trove of history it could tell you. Tom
M  Avatar
October 6, 2024 at 1:38 AM
Wouldn’t that be wonderful Tom! Thanks….Debx
Vaso Avatar
October 5, 2024 at 11:32 PM
Brings me memories, beautiful poetry!
M  Avatar
October 6, 2024 at 1:39 AM
Aww thanks Arthur! Debx
De Beaulieu Avatar
October 5, 2024 at 4:04 PM
Hello Deb M., i would like to see that cottage. It is interesting to me. kit probably has a history that is interesting to see. /Darlene/x Hugs.
De Beaulieu Avatar
October 6, 2024 at 7:37 AM
Hello Deb M. I wonder what it would look like. it would be interesting to see. Your welcome my friend. /Darlene/
M  Avatar
October 6, 2024 at 1:42 AM
Hello sweet Darlene…..yes it would be very interesting! Thanks my friend! Debx
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