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At The Pier

Contemplative bliss communes with the serene,
into the spirit of the placid marine crystalized in my mind.
As the sun’s reflection spreads glitter upon its open sea,
throngs milling to the melodious tunes of the guitar.
Strumming troubadour, slim and rangy toe headed youth
grins modestly as his tip jar fills welcoming spared bills
And to the sounds of the seagulls
gleeful squawk, soaring through the azure.
Beyond the pier the magician plies his trade, 	
tricks which awe and stun
the enthusiastic crowds gathered about. 
And what lovely crowds willing, mellifluous, madrigal, 
thoughtful, kind, and respectful.
Smiles abound as though the world conspires for a pleasant mood.
I inhale the familiar primordial sea air’s briny scent. 
I take pause to ponder gazing out onto the vast ocean’s expanse.
How much longer can I bare this aching fulfillment 
as I anxiously transpose these images and feelings
into meriting words.

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Nette Onclaud Date: 7/14/2024 4:30:00 PM congrats on your fine win with this deep, experiential work mirroring life's simple wonders! Login to Reply I Am Anaya Date: 7/14/2024 5:30:00 PM Thank you, Nette!

Nancy Kaufman Date: 7/13/2024 6:26:00 AM Hi Ayanna, Congratulations on your contest win. Where are the rough edges? This write Twas a sensory delight! Enjoyed.. Login to Reply I Am Anaya Date: 7/13/2024 10:24:00 AM Anaya, but I like Ayanna. Thank you for your kind comments. I did switch lines around! ha

Andrea Dietrich Date: 7/12/2024 10:00:00 PM So cool. It reminded me of times long ago when we were in the Bay area and would watch the street people by the harbor in San Francisco. Congrats on your win Login to Reply I Am Anaya Date: 7/13/2024 10:25:00 AM Thank you, Andrea! Glad it gave you memories. xhugs

Victor Buhagiar Date: 7/10/2024 1:35:00 AM Dear Anaya, a poem that deserves praise. We have few beaches in Malta, but we keep them clean. Login to Reply I Am Anaya Date: 7/10/2024 9:19:00 AM I also found this in the Times Malta..."Is Malta dumping untreated sewage at sea, despite EU-funded plants?" Swimming banned in part of Quisisana Beach, swimmers told to avoid Balluta Bay, declared unsafe for swimming after water testers detected the presence of E.Coli Enterococci bacteria. Both types of bacteria are generally considered to be indicators of sewage or animal waste contamination. Fact-check Times of Malta logo Copyright © 2024 Times of Malta. All rights reserved. Agius' concerns echo those of the European Commission, which in May this year started legal proceedings against Malta for violating the EU's urban waste water directive. I Am Anaya Date: 7/10/2024 8:59:00 AM I can imagine, I checked Mallieha Beach looks fabulous! Marine littering is a global concern and every single year tons of litter end up in the ocean all around the globe.

Tom Woody Date: 7/8/2024 2:00:00 PM Sublime poetry Anaya. We're right there with you, taking it all in. I can hear the music. Is that a cover of Margaritaville? Login to Reply I Am Anaya Date: 7/9/2024 2:27:00 PM Wow, I really appreciate you, Tommy. Haha it was a cover...Foofighters! He rocked it, I interviewed him he has his stuff on Instagram

Paula Goldsmith Date: 7/8/2024 1:16:00 PM I enjoyed reading your wonderful write/with fun pictures. Great quote. I would love to dig my toes into some soft beach sand. No beach near me. Have a wonderful day writing away............ Login to Reply I Am Anaya Date: 7/9/2024 2:30:00 PM Sunshine is everywhere, Paula in the garden, Iced tea and bunny's! Loved your acoustic, still catching up on comments. Xhugs

Jay Narain Date: 7/8/2024 9:51:00 AM Nice to enjoy the beach in thr hot summer days. Nice imagery. Well penned. Login to Reply I Am Anaya Date: 7/8/2024 10:04:00 AM Jay, there is nothing better than the seashore. Thank you for your kind review!

Ink Empress Date: 7/8/2024 9:35:00 AM Brilliant write dear sweet anaya, i love the way youv painted imagery in such a detailed manner. I can see through your words and feel through them. I especially love the opening lines in this, i love the sea and anything to do with that, which is why i love what youv described here! Pleasure always reading your work. Sending you light always Login to Reply I Am Anaya Date: 7/8/2024 9:56:00 AM I didn't want to leave, it really was one of the best weekends ever. Like you, Empress, anything that has to do with being near the sea, I love so much. Glad you enjoyed. I appreciate your blessings always xo