Devoted

Devoted to the ocean am I,
ever since I was a small fry.

Daddy taught me to swim,
the first time I was in with him.

Diving from the steps at the pier,
the higher the dive, the louder the cheer.

Few things compare to a skinny dip,
running in unseen in the nip.

In summer when the seawater heats,
I just can't wait to bathe my feet.

Even in winter when seagulls screech,
it's soothing to walk along the beach.

Cares and worries drift away
as I walk along the bay.

Blessed am I to live close by,
when devoted to the ocean am I.



04/08/2019
For Chantelle Anne Cooke's contest
Devoted To The Ocean
Copyright © | Year Posted 2019

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Andresen Avatar
August 16, 2019 at 2:59 AM
- Congratulations on your win, Jean :) - hugs // Anne-Lise :)
Marcum Wong Avatar
August 16, 2019 at 12:14 AM
I love your beautiful entry Jean. Lovely memories. We both live on islands by the sea. Congratulations on your deserving podium win! : ) xxoo
Pandit Avatar
August 5, 2019 at 7:17 AM
A charming write, Jean--sweet memories...all the best.
Murray Avatar
August 5, 2019 at 1:48 PM
Hello again Vijay. Nice to see you.
Andresen Avatar
August 5, 2019 at 5:01 AM
- Sounds wonderful, Jean :) - Best wishes in the contest :) - hugs // Anne-Lise :)
Murray Avatar
August 5, 2019 at 5:42 AM
When I see your name I always smile Sunshine.
Wolf Avatar
August 4, 2019 at 7:48 PM
Elegantly stated, Jean. True devotion to that ocean. G.L. in the contest. Best wishes, Gershon
Murray Avatar
August 5, 2019 at 4:47 AM
Thank you Gershon.
Bauer Avatar
August 4, 2019 at 5:56 PM
this is lovely, jean! you're lucky to live where you do...
Murray Avatar
August 4, 2019 at 6:59 PM
Hi Ilene. Lovely as always to see you here. Yes...as the song goes "Thank God we're surrounded by water." here in Ireland.
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