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Summer Sand

Tender tides sneak to smooch the smooth shore that holds our footsteps left behind us, and lends itself to sand castles standing guard until high tide. Plovers dart on fleet feet across sodden sand. Pebbly and pure, soft, wet, cool.. beigy, tan. Susan Ashley July 18, 2017 (June 29, 2017)

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John Watt

Date: 3/22/2020 11:44:00 PM

Along with your other fans, I so enjoy your playful alliteration here, Susan. The beach is my favorite place on earth, evocative of so many happy and peace-filled memories. I like "sand castles standing guard until high tide". Darn that high tide! Bless you for blessing us with your sense of fun and nostalgia, along with your keen poetic eye for details ~ John

Susan Ashley
Date: 3/26/2020 10:21:00 AM

I share your love of the beach, John, in any kind of weather, all year long. It is indeed my favorite place to be as well! And like you, I have so many life-long memories of enjoying the sand, the surf, the beach! I'm so happy my poem filled you with a sense of happiness and nostalgia - your inspiring comments leave me elated. Big smiles, my dear friend. Thank you always and warmest wishes.. ~Susan

Vladislav Raven

Date: 1/4/2019 11:23:00 AM

Hi Susan, another wonderful write from your pen. You bring to life such wonderful scenes of summer sand. Actually, as I read, my thoughts take me back to earlier times when I had such joys at the beach. it is so wonderful to look back on these memories. Such beautiful visions your words do convey to the mind. A journey through summer beauty. have a wonderful Friday. Hugs....Mike. XX

Susan Ashley
Date: 1/6/2019 8:06:00 PM

I'm so glad that reading this filled you with wonderful reverie, Mike. This is a very special poem for me and one of my favorites. Thank you for reaching back in time with my poetry and sharing your lovely thoughts with me. Your beautiful comments are such a joy to receive, my wonderful friend. Warmest wishes always.. ~Susan

Paul Callus

Date: 12/26/2017 12:02:00 PM

The reader is enticed by the sand and incoming tide. I also like the image of the birds hopping along. Worthy of mention is the alliteration which 'sneaks' in without making it too obvious. ~ Warm regards // paul

Susan Ashley
Date: 12/27/2017 8:22:00 PM

Your comments enchant me Paul. I adore your gentle and contemplative analysis of my poetry. I continue to learn from the reflective and astute thoughts you express.. Thank you for your wonderful comments and the lovely insight you share with me. Warmest wishes dear friend.. ~Susan

John Michaels

Date: 11/25/2017 9:04:00 AM

Great imagery and lovely alliteration, Susan. I especially liked the first line, with the "...sneak to smooch the smooth shore..." a standout! Kind regards, John.

Susan Ashley
Date: 11/25/2017 1:50:00 PM

Aw thank you so much John. This write is near and dear to my heart so I am especially thrilled by your lovely reaction to it. Thank you for your time to support and encourage my poetry John.. your visits and comments are truly appreciated.. Warmest wishes my friend! ~Susan

Harshita Chaudhary

Date: 10/29/2017 1:33:00 AM

Nice to make sand castles. A pleasure to view it. Have a nice day.

Susan Ashley
Date: 10/29/2017 7:28:00 PM

Harshita, it's such a pleasure to read your wonderful words. Thank you for your kind comment and your shared thoughts. I'm glad you liked my poem and I hope you have a beautiful day.. ~Susan

Daniel Turner

Date: 7/19/2017 9:57:00 AM

When do we leave? Sounds like a very relaxing day, Susan:) Nice write!

Susan Ashley
Date: 7/19/2017 11:37:00 AM

My husband just asked if he could come too. He'll bring the wine... haha!

Susan Ashley
Date: 7/19/2017 11:16:00 AM

lol! In my mind I'm always there :) Thank you for your warm comment Daniel.