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Seaside Serenade

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Wind and sea and waves and sun sand in toes as day is done Seagulls glide, sandpipers run young dad splashes with his son Breakers rise, translucent teal lifeguards poised as youngsters squeal Seniors search for shells - they feel twelve again as sun rays heal Sky on fire towards the west clouds in lustrous fashion dressed Cosmic artistry - I'm blessed songs of peace swirl through my chest Violins waft quietly over swelling timpani Saxophone soars soulfully bidding hearts to be set free Blushing scarlet, clouds advance smell of salty foam enchants Palm trees sway as in a trance recalls young love's first slow dance Couples stroll, fingers entwined share a kiss if so inclined Rising moon smiles as designed: gives the anxious peace of mind Waves still warm from midday blaze surfers dance in sea-mist haze Sailboats flee from stress-filled days springtime struts; summer sashays written 23 June 2023

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Karen Jones

Date: 10/2/2023 3:46:00 AM

WOW you are quite the writer. Very belated potw congrats.

John Watt

Date: 7/8/2023 11:47:00 PM

Thank you all... I've had a delightful week reading your generous comments. You are all such wonderful people. And thanks to TPS for granting the honor of POTW. I'm humbled.~ John

Gary Radice

Date: 7/7/2023 6:15:00 AM

A poem that inspired my own. Just a lovely read John. Oh, I do like to read about your seaside.. :) Cheers - Gary

John Lawless

Date: 7/7/2023 4:46:00 AM

each verse a snapshot of a day at the beach. Beautifully done John...and that final line......WOW

Valsa George

Date: 7/6/2023 10:34:00 PM

Lovely seaside scene, so full of exuberance and beauty. Young and old enjoy their own lives. Seagulls and sandpipers hover around. Sail boats set to sail, rising breakers and salty foam, palm trees swaying their fronds ! What melange of sights. Lovely poem. Congratulations on your POTW

I Am Anaya

Date: 7/6/2023 9:23:00 AM

A beautiful song sung in a most loving perspective of a day at the beach. You've fashioned clouds and sashayed summer-using your cosmic artist technique to bring your serenade to life. Congratulations on another great POTW John Watt!

Deb M

Date: 7/4/2023 5:50:00 AM

WOW….for both a wonderfully enticing and beautifully written Seaside Serenade and POTW! Well deserved!! Debx

Beryl Edmonds

Date: 7/3/2023 7:13:00 PM

A lovely seaside serenade John. Congratulations on receiving the honour of poem the week… Belle

Sara Etgen-Baker

Date: 7/3/2023 7:37:00 AM

I felt peace and serenity as I read your poem. I like "rising moon shining down...give the anxious peace of mind" So true. Well written. Congrats on Poem of the Week, Sara Etgen-Baker

Brandy Nicole

Date: 7/2/2023 6:35:00 PM

John, as the summer sun serenades in a sultry, yet satisfying way; those cool waves are a wonderful welcome, indeed. The images you paint are like a gentle whisper in the wind, a soft touch upon the skin. I love this line, especially: "Clouds in lustrous fashion dressed, songs of peace swirl through my chest." A feeling of happiness washes over me. :) Be sure to stay cool and hydrated, when lingering in the sun, my dear friend. Congratulations on Poem of the Week. My best to you. :) Hugs, Brandy

Bill Baker

Date: 7/2/2023 11:09:00 AM

Back to congratulate you for your POTW, John! Just as good the second reading. Enjoy your day of recognition. Bill

Rev. Catherine Cassell

Date: 7/2/2023 10:27:00 AM

I could see all the vivid pictures you painted. I was walking on the beach and enjoying it all. Congratulations on Poem ofthe week!

Susan Lawrence

Date: 7/2/2023 9:16:00 AM

John dear friend, Back with congratulations on your poem being recognized for POTW !! It’s a beauty and evokes so much joy . Big hugs to you , Susan :)

Paula Goldsmith

Date: 7/2/2023 8:28:00 AM

Congratulations on your POTW win. A wonderful write. I love the sea/beach/sand. Have a blessed day....................

Joanna Daniel

Date: 7/2/2023 7:44:00 AM

So lovely, John, reads like a song, as the word serenade suggests:) congratulations on POTW, glad to read you after a while:)

Tania Kitchin

Date: 7/2/2023 4:52:00 AM

John, a beautiful poem, love the imagery, congratulations on POTW!

Malabika Ray Choudhury

Date: 7/2/2023 4:07:00 AM

Dear John, what a lovely picture of seaside painted with your outstanding quill, Dear John. The picture in each stanza has come alive with exquisite word-choices and imagery - makes the reader like me wish to be there to enjoy "Wind and sea and waves and sun" - life can't be better than this! Congratulations on your honour of POTW - I am glad Soup admins. found a brilliant gem to share with us all. Wonderful, and brilliant! To my Faves. Warm wishes ~ Mala

Lin Lane

Date: 7/2/2023 3:40:00 AM

You've created a seaside scene that I'd love to be part of, John, It's the perfect blend of romance, adventure and done with just the right sprinkling of alliteration. Congratulations to you, my friend, on your serenade being chosen as potw.

Gary Radice

Date: 7/1/2023 5:07:00 AM

I'm sitting at an outdoor cafe in your poem John watching everything that's going on around me courtesy of your beautifully descriptive work. And all is so right with the world. There is so much warmth and tranquility radiating from your poem. Cheers - Gary

Robert Lindley

Date: 6/30/2023 9:06:00 AM

My friend, your poetic words speak deeply to this old poet's heart and soul. So descriptive and enticing. Reminds me so cheerfully of beachside vacations I once had in my youth. A fine fav, a jewel and a truly great read! God bless.

Timothy Ray

Date: 6/29/2023 1:47:00 PM

having lived on various types of Lidos, I say you have well captured the ambiance...a picture-perfect painting well executed in these lines and if artists truly understood poets this would grace the walls of the Lourve...and we all know why artists believe a picture is worth a thousand words...they cannot read...loved it John...made me relive those moments

Kim Rodrigues

Date: 6/28/2023 10:52:00 AM

Just lovely…I’ll take my place under the palm with a tropical drink and listen to the serendipitous sounds of your lovely poem, John!

Panagiota Romios

Date: 6/28/2023 8:16:00 AM

So beautifully written by a master …. Here the Soup, Hugs, Pangie

Laura Leiser

Date: 6/27/2023 8:07:00 PM

I love the how you describe your day at the ocean with much nostalgia and touching emotions, John. Your transitions are amazing and flow so seamlessly together! One comes away with a warm feeling inside..excellent poetic expression! :)

Terrell Martin

Date: 6/27/2023 4:39:00 PM

Hi John, this is without a doubt one of THE BEST ocean/seaside poems I've ever read. I speak with honesty having grown up on beaches in the Tampa Bay area (sadly, no longer living there) but thanks to you just traveled there in my mind. This one's mystically marvelous. Cheerios, Terell