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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

Date: 7/23/2024 5:37:00 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
Date: 7/24/2024 4:46:00 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

Date: 6/25/2024 10:24:00 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
Date: 6/25/2024 10:50:00 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

Date: 6/24/2024 2:10:00 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
Date: 6/24/2024 3:05:00 PM

Thank you so much, supportive friend. Your words mean a lot to me. Will be visiting your wondrous poetry page soon.

Sara Kendrick

Date: 6/20/2024 5:20:00 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
Date: 6/23/2024 4:31:00 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

Date: 6/18/2024 10:23:00 AM

What great memories, Regina. A beautiful piece.

Regina Elliott
Date: 6/18/2024 4:30:00 PM

Thank you so much, Jim. Summers always bring back lovely memories of summers past. Blessings to you. :)

Victor Buhagiar

Date: 6/18/2024 1:47:00 AM

A walk with Grandpapa brought back lively memories. Great tribute.

Regina Elliott
Date: 6/18/2024 4:32:00 PM

Thank you so much, Victor. Summers now bring back lovely memories of summers past. Many blessings to you. ~

Andrea Dietrich

Date: 6/15/2024 10:14:00 PM

Oh this is so precious, Gina. A fave

Regina Elliott
Date: 6/17/2024 9:21:00 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

Date: 6/15/2024 4:01:00 PM

Oh thats just a beautiful trip down memory lane with your dad Regina! A lovely poem indeed! Debx

Regina Elliott
Date: 6/17/2024 9:19:00 AM

Thank you so very much, Deb. So good to hear from you. Have a blessed week :)