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Memories On Canvas |
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Denise
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since 1999-08-22
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 Between my toes I sense the shifting sand I deeply drink the shoreline’s salty air Each stroke created by artistic hand Recalls those simpler times beyond compare. The stress of pressing care is washed away I sail serenely on a sea of dreams Arriving on the coast of fair Cape May Nostalgia floods my heart in constant streams. The graceful gulls cavort in skies of blue As dancing sunlight plays upon each crest God’s majesty bursts forth in vivid hue Upon the canvas and my soul is blessed. Enchanting seaside memories designed Exquisitely are captured in my mind. 4/9/2000 *This is a poem that I submitted last year for a Cape May (N.J.) poetry contest on the theme of feelings experienced when looking at a painting by Thomas Kinkade. I submitted three; this is one that did not win anything. Another that I posted before won third place....but I think this is my favorite.* |
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David2 Member
since 2000-03-22
Posts 407 |
Denise, This is an excellent poem. Not only is your form well crafted (i.e. rhyme scheme and meter) but the visuals are easily seen as one reads this. I enjoyed this , thank you. David2 |
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Denise
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since 1999-08-22
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Thank you, David! I'm so glad that you enjoyed it! I wish it were a little bit warmer, I'd jump in my car right now and head down there....my favorite spot in all the world! Thanks again, for reading and for your lovely reply! |
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inot2B Member Elite
since 2000-09-18
Posts 2205Arkansas |
I see and hear the sea gulls and around where I live you have to dodge their droppings. Yes the water and sand is a favorite place to let your cares go. Very enjoyable poem. |
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snowpants Member Elite
since 2000-09-16
Posts 2061KS |
'The stress of pressing care is washed away I sail serenely on a sea of dreams' This is great, Denise! As for the cold weather, that doesn't stop me...we're actually headed down to the beach tonight. Nuts, I know...but the ocean is my biggest source of inspiration...except, of course, a certain someone...  Beautiful poem!! Congrats on winning 3rd place too! sp  'cause I want nothing more than to sit outside heaven's door and listen to you breathing... |
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Denise
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since 1999-08-22
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Thanks for reading and for your lovely replies, Inot2B and snowpants! Glad you enjoyed! Bundle up snowpants, it's really cold today.....brrrrr |
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Marge Tindal 
since 1999-11-06
Posts 42384Florida's Foreverly Shores |
Denise~ Just lovely, my friend.  ~*Marge*~ ~*The pen of the poet never runs out of ink, as long as we breathe.*~ noles1@totcon.com |
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Poet deVine
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since 1999-05-26
Posts 22612Hurricane Alley |
This is beautifully serene..makes me stop and slow down. |
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kcsgrandma Senior Member
since 2000-09-24
Posts 1522Presque Isle, ME |
Denise, this is wonderful, a perfect sonnet. I can't imagine how much better your others must have been! Great writing! To love another person is to see the face of God. - Les Miserables Marilyn |
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Mike Member Elite
since 1999-06-19
Posts 2462 |
Trust me Denise... (I am a lawyer... hehe) this is first place sonnetry. enjoyed muchly. |
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Honeybee Member Ascendant
since 1999-12-26
Posts 5372Ontario, CANADA |
Oh Denise, This is just so beautiful and soothing, the imagery is sublime! You are one of the rare poets to successfully capture the essence of nature with flair! Into the library this goes And I can understand why this would be your favourite!Take care, Melissa |
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Victoria
since 2000-08-12
Posts 5869 |
lovely Denise..i grew up in Delaware and went to alot of the phila events..in the spectrum..my family lives outside of phila not far from the airport...I love the jersey beaches too although i have never been to cape may..HUGS..  ~V~ A poem is never finished, only abandoned. - Paul Valery (1871-1945) |
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CocoBaci Member Elite
since 2000-05-06
Posts 3043 |
A lovely poem Denise... Thank you for the enjoyed read... ~coco~ You get a lot more lesson mileage when you lose in some situations than always win... |
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Denise
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since 1999-08-22
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Thank you, Marge, Sharon, Marilyn, Mike, Melissa, Victoria and Coco for reading and for your lovely replies. As most oceansides, it is a beautiful, peaceful place and also a touch Victorian. You should plan to take a trip there Victoria, I've a feeling you'd love it! Thanks again, everyone! |
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StumperDaBumper Junior Member
since 2000-12-20
Posts 19State of Mind, Compassion USA |
Bumpintine Bumpintine Won't a bump be mighty fine Another trip around the forum cause I think it's awful boring without a little bump or two Here's one from me just for you! Happy Bumpintine! Are we having fun yet? |
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Martie
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since 1999-09-21
Posts 28049California |
Denise--This is just lovely...so well done! |
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Chelsea~ Member
since 2001-02-09
Posts 260Ontario, CANADA |
I love the sea, and this was a lovely tribute* what a great first read for me |
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Denise
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since 1999-08-22
Posts 22648 |
Thank you, Stumper, Martie and Chelsea! Glad you enjoyed!! |
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Denise
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since 1999-08-22
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*updating profile* |
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suthern
since 1999-07-29
Posts 20723Louisiana |
This is a winner by anyone's standards, Denise!! Beautiful! |
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Denise
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Why thank you, Suthern! How sweet! |
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