Regina Elliott Poet Free verse

Rockaway, NY

Ten mile peninsula in Queens, N.Y.,
nighttime jetties of moonlight white caps,
waves rising and ebbing.
My grandfather walking with me on the
daylight shore so many summers ago.

My dreams of Rockaway unfaded.
Watched the WTC twin towers being built
through binoculars.
Rockaway, in my soul's nostalgia
you still beckon.
Salted lips quenched by Coca-Cola.
The youth within me can still hear
the seagulls calling in the breeze,
and still see the amusement park
under 4th of July fireworks.
Dada, I miss you and Rockaway.

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Gershon Wolf July 23, 2024 at 5:37 PM As you might imagine, I've been to Far Rockaway a few times, and I know a number of people who live or have lived there. It sure is nice along the ocean. Smiles, Gershon Regina Elliott July 24, 2024 at 4:46 AM Hi Gershon, my mother grew up in Far Rockaway. Interesting that you have that connection to it, and also know people that do. I went up in the WTC tower four times, and gazed out over Rockaway. Thank you so much for reading and commenting on my Rockaway poem. A creative day to you, poetry friend. :)

Panagiota Romios June 25, 2024 at 10:24 AM Love this! Could see you there and I have never been there! Summer walks with my Grandgapppfath eneded when I was 12. I was crushed……he was my babysiiter when I was young. His death rocked my world. He was cherished by all my friends. We would jump on him on the couch and snuggle, a Fav Pangie xx Regina Elliott June 25, 2024 at 10:50 AM Many, many thank yous, dear Pangie for FAVing my poem! I'm so glad you like this poem. Your grandfather sounds like he was such a joy to be with too. Hugs and friendship love xoxx

Howard Kerr June 24, 2024 at 2:10 PM Regina, It’s Howard here to comment on this breathtakingly divine evocative piece. Deep, poignant and embedded in layered meaning. Warm wishes Support poet Howard Regina Elliott June 24, 2024 at 3:05 PM Thank you so much, supportive friend. Your words mean a lot to me. Will be visiting your wondrous poetry page soon.

Sara Kendrick June 20, 2024 at 5:20 AM Ahh!! Such pleasant memories for you. I know from seeing my grandchildren with my husband and then seeing our step-granddaughters with their grandfather how wonderful it is for them to have someone like that in their lives. Grandparents leave a lasting impression with their grandchildren. Thanks for sharing this one with us and for dropping by my page. Sara K Regina Elliott June 23, 2024 at 4:31 PM Thank you so much, Sara. Grandchildren sure are a joy to us grandparents. Have a creative and inspirational upcoming week. Many blessings. ~

Jim Slaughter June 18, 2024 at 10:23 AM What great memories, Regina. A beautiful piece. Regina Elliott June 18, 2024 at 4:30 PM Thank you so much, Jim. Summers always bring back lovely memories of summers past. Blessings to you. :)

Victor Buhagiar June 18, 2024 at 1:47 AM A walk with Grandpapa brought back lively memories. Great tribute. Regina Elliott June 18, 2024 at 4:32 PM Thank you so much, Victor. Summers now bring back lovely memories of summers past. Many blessings to you. ~

Andrea Dietrich June 15, 2024 at 10:14 PM Oh this is so precious, Gina. A fave Regina Elliott June 17, 2024 at 9:21 AM A huge thank you, Andrea. So sweet of you to FAVE my poem tribute to my grandfather Have a creative and inspirational week! :)

Deb M June 15, 2024 at 4:01 PM Oh thats just a beautiful trip down memory lane with your dad Regina! A lovely poem indeed! Debx Regina Elliott June 17, 2024 at 9:19 AM Thank you so very much, Deb. So good to hear from you. Have a blessed week :)