Etching the Day

I love a room that overlooks
A river or the sea,
For, on a terrace with some books,
Is where I like to be.

A sunny seat, a view with boats
And birdsong in the air,
A husband who, upon me, dotes -
Why, nothing can compare!

A mid-day ice cream, browsing stores,
A walk along the shore,
A bowl of mussels, Guinness pours -
Well, who could ask for more?

But all good things must end, they say,
So now we’re heading home
And on the way, I’ve etched the day
Into my daily poem.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2023

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Krutsinger Avatar
April 24, 2023 at 10:40 AM
"etched the day into my daily poem" - well done my friend! Well done!
Slaughter Avatar
April 8, 2023 at 10:22 AM
With a view like that, I'd never get any reading done, I'm afraid. I love reading your "homey" renditions of your life experiences, Ilene.
Rigoler Avatar
April 7, 2023 at 8:04 AM
Lucky you! And I'm envious. My apartment doesn't have a balcony, so I can't have a bird feeder, too messy says the management. Rubbish, I say. What about the residents who think nothing of throwing their cigarette butts all over the grounds? As they say, you can't argue with city hall. Count and enjoy your blessings, Ilene. / Maurice
Watt Avatar
April 4, 2023 at 2:33 PM
Some people choose to complain about their birthdays, but here you are counting your blessings. I love your attitude and always enjoy how you compose your thoughts.
Andresen Avatar
April 4, 2023 at 12:12 PM
- What you describe is my everyday life, Ilene - ... and I agree it is wonderful - The only thing we are missing is stores and ice cream :) - Happy Easter :) - hugs
Turner Avatar
April 4, 2023 at 9:26 AM
Thank you. It was a lovely day. I enjoyed spending it with you, Ilene:)
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