Love On a Beach

I can't help but watch them
As they run into the water, laughing, teasing, holding hands
With the sun catching the color of her long, auburn hair
The bronze of his young, muscular, legs
So fascinated by them, ...I can't stop staring..
The beauty of their youth, ....
With young love, so stunning in the sunset...
I hold them in my gaze
Until I lose them in the waves.

You have been watching me, watching them....
Your hair has grey in it, recently trimmed, thinning in the crown
There is winter showing on your face
I remember this morning slipping into my swimsuit
Critical of the mirror in front of me
You laughed and said I was being silly

You sigh, and take a deep breath of the ocean air
You take another look at me
As my eyes continue to search the water..
You reach across the blanket and touch my shoulder..
Saying just what I need to hear at that moment...
"Give me a kiss, you beautiful girl"..........





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Copyright © | Year Posted 2009

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Roberts Avatar
January 14, 2013 at 5:58 PM
Congratulations....Seren
A  Avatar
January 13, 2013 at 7:55 PM
Congrats! ~SKAT
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January 13, 2013 at 6:28 PM
Carrie, . ;-) Congratulations with your lovely poem. In Mystic Rose' "Be My Valentine" contest. Always~ PD
Guzzi Avatar
January 13, 2013 at 2:52 PM
Awww what a man! Congrad's on your win. Light & Love
Chircop Avatar
August 3, 2009 at 2:55 PM
this is beautiful and so is your heart my good friend--charma
Fraser Avatar
August 2, 2009 at 2:47 PM
What a lovely poem, a delight to read>>James
Rhinem Avatar
July 31, 2009 at 8:43 AM
Smile! I love this picture and impression of loves never dying kiss....And it truly makes my heart happy for "You, Lovely Carrie Richards; for, "You" have always had this wonderful ability, to paint these pretty pictures; soft and gentle; from "Your Precious & Beautiful Heart & Soul!!!:):) "Beautiful Image of Love Here" ~ "My Love & Warmth Always & Forever, To 'You & Your Loves, John!!!" ~ "Have A Very Beautiful Day Carrie!!!" Bye ~
Kershaw Avatar
July 31, 2009 at 12:32 AM
Carrie, Young people know but little of love. Love is like a fine vintage that mellows and strengthens with age. Obviously your man is a conniseur Excellent write dear lady. Love, Will
Brown Avatar
July 30, 2009 at 12:08 PM
Carrie, this poem is so awesome. Been there done that so to say. You truly are blessed with a wonderful loving husband. Love, Carol
Strand Avatar
July 30, 2009 at 12:44 AM
Very wistful words Carrie.Rgds Brian and thanks for your welcome comments.
King Avatar
July 29, 2009 at 4:58 PM
A perfect summer read, Carrie! Thank you!
Kendrick Avatar
July 29, 2009 at 4:37 PM
Very touching. We older ones have experienced this at one time or another. Sara
Devonshire Avatar
July 29, 2009 at 3:47 PM
How wonderful that your husband will always see you as the beautiful young girl he married, Carrie. I think we have all eyed some of the beach goers with envy, but the beauty inside never fades. Excellent write! Love, Carolyn
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