The Simple Windchime

Walking along the north end seawall at dusk,
the beach, now quiet, visitors have come and gone
Gentle waves, on the sand, hardly noted.
About to return home, a distinctive sound called to me.
What I hear is the call of a windchime,
Reaching out, to welcome all to listen
The wind acting as the maestro, conducting
and carrying the melody along.
So many tunes so many tones
The size, and style may change
But the heart of the windchime is it's song.
Always willing to sing just for you.
The windchime a simple, silly thing, maybe,
But it can lift your spirit when you hear and feel it.
The breeze making it dance and sing,
Its own magic working to draw you near.
The little chime, gayly dancing all around
Its music touches all who are willing to listen.
Something special, a little treasure
Bringing simple pleasure, just by hanging there.

Copyright © | Year Posted 2018



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Date: 9/1/2018 2:28:00 PM
such beautiful tranquil imagery Sandra, Many congrats on your win:-) hugs Jan xx
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Sandra L. Weiss
Date: 9/2/2018 12:30:00 PM
Thank you Jan for your kind comment and Congrats. Winning any place in a contest lifts the spirit. A real feel good!
Date: 8/31/2018 3:36:00 PM
Love this. you put yours on a beach too! BIG congrats on a well deserved win.
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Date: 8/30/2018 3:09:00 PM
I was hearing those chimes as I was reading this wonderful poem, Sandra. Beautifully written my dear friend. Enjoyed this! Charlie
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Sandra L. Weiss
Date: 8/30/2018 11:31:00 PM
Thank you Charlie, Happy that you heard the chimes, they are are one of my favorite things. Glad that you enjoyed it and thank you, as always, for your comment.
Date: 8/29/2018 2:16:00 PM
Thanks for entering my contest, Sandra!:-) Nicely done! Congratulations on your fine win!
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Sandra L. Weiss
Date: 8/29/2018 8:22:00 PM
Thank you for choosing it for a 2nd place win. I loved the theme, and enjoyed writing it for your contest.
Date: 8/29/2018 2:00:00 PM
Sandy, I enjoyed this beautiful relaxing poem, I felt like I was there. Sometimes our lives get so crazy we don't take time to listen to the simple pleasures of nature all around us. Congrats on your win. John
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Sandra L. Weiss
Date: 8/29/2018 8:29:00 PM
Thank you John. Windchimes are a favorite of mine, and I have them displayed in special places here at home.
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