Blue Hole

They sit and lay beneath the cool shade
Of cypress trees, around the exposed roots
And feathered foliage on beach blankets,
With backpacks, picnic basket full of snacks,
Sandwiches, and drink. Very relaxed.

The chatter sounds, shouts and laughter,
Like a flock of birds on tree boughs,
Making tracks to the Blue hole
A clear blue-green watery playground.

It's quite cool, but you get used to it quickly,
Especially on a hot summer day of swimming.
In swim suits or cut-off jeans, they swing out
On the rope swing, hanging of a limb.
Or, jumping off the edge of the bank,
Into the glistening surface of the water below,
Breaking the surface.

A lot of fun and no one gets hurt.

The light starts slowly etching by and wild gray
And fire color flow through the horizon.
It all comes to an end and the ride home is quiet.

6/2/2021
Copyright © | Year Posted 2021

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Edmonds  Avatar
June 6, 2021 at 12:01 PM
You’ve described a wonderful day, picnic and play and that cool blue hole on a sunny summer’s day. Congratulations on your win Eve… Belle
Ibeh Avatar
June 6, 2021 at 6:58 AM
A brilliant take on the "Blue Hole" theme, Eve:-) Congratulations on your win! Hope you're having a wonderful weekend, my friend.
Alex Avatar
June 5, 2021 at 7:41 AM
It's a Beautiful Poem. Congratulations!
Ball Avatar
June 2, 2021 at 3:08 AM
I remember when I was young and we used to go picnicking and spend the day at the beach or the lake. It was so relaxing and so much fun but the ride home was always quiet because we were all so tired but happy. Great write with wonderful imagery bringing back lovely memories. God Bless, JB
Riabi Dziri Avatar
June 2, 2021 at 1:32 AM
While reading I was following the brush of a highly talented painter and appreciating the different colour shades highlighting a scenic wonderful view! Impressed with the whole ambiance rendered in beauty! You just amaze with your genuine and serene poetry! So much a pleasure to read you, dear Eve! My warmest wishes. Best regards and blessings. Love and hugs.
Buhagiar Avatar
June 2, 2021 at 12:51 AM
I have read few poems that describe what a blue hole is. Your poem is a lovely description of a picnic near such a blue hole. Hugs.
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