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Happy 4th of July (a day at the beach)
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Happy 4th of July (a day at the beach) |
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BluesSerenade Member Patricius
since 2001-10-23
Posts 10549By the Seaside 
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The sun rose as it always does like a ball of fire in the sky as temperatures peaked first thing in the morning. I wanted to get as faraway and escape the dry heat in a hurry. So I threw in a towel and a new book to read, packed a couple cold ones into the cooler along with some of my favorite things and wound my way through the canyon, heading straight for the beach. The traffic was backed up for the summer holiday but I paid no mind, I knew there would be a place in the sand left for me. I was prepared for the crowds and planned to pay for parking as it turned out, luck was on my side a car was going as I was coming so I backed myself up into a tight spot for free. I wish you could have been there it was the kind of day that defines my paradise. The breeze blew offshore in a gentle sway not a single cloud in the sky seagulls graced the day, while keeping one eye open for any leftovers. The water shimmered liked diamonds gently rolling over the bluest waves. A day that brings families together grilling hot dogs and hamburgers and homemade potato salad. But as it happens, like always, my troops had other plans which is ok, I am used to being alone some days I even prefer it that way. I did my share of people watching as all walks of life passed me by. I observed small children building sandcastles on their dreams. Young lovers sporting their hard bodies reminding me of other days gone by meanwhile my book was getting good. But what enhanced the day, were all the umbrellas decorating the sandy beach as far as the eye could see. Silently I gave thanks for our freedom that we as Americans are so blessed to have. While I said my prayers for the young men and women so far away who are fighting the battle to preserve our independence on this day. So it only seems fitting to dedicate this poem to every human being who has gone off to war, and to those who never came back. Happy Day Everyone~ |
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wranx Member Elite
since 2002-06-07
Posts 3689Moved from a shack to a barn |
Sounds as if you had a fine 4th, Bluesy. Glad you shared it with us. |
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BluesSerenade Member Patricius
since 2001-10-23
Posts 10549By the Seaside |
I think I'm losing my form, (what little I had) but it was the perfect day and I wrote it down in a hurry so I wouldn't forget. There's so much to be thankful for.. and I thank you dear wranx~ |
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QjQ Member Elite
since 2003-04-18
Posts 3756U.S.A. |
very nice write,,, A voice of honesty |
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JamesMichael Member Empyrean
since 1999-11-16
Posts 33336Kapolei, Hawaii, USA |
Sounds like a nice day..James |
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BluesSerenade Member Patricius
since 2001-10-23
Posts 10549By the Seaside |
It was indeed, a near perfect day! Thank you for reading about it, QJ and James Michael~ [This message has been edited by BluesSerenade (07-05-2003 12:56 AM).] |
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Janet Marie Member Laureate
since 2000-01-22
Posts 18554 |
I wish you could have been there it was the kind of day that defines my paradise. The breeze blew offshore in a gentle sway not a single cloud in the sky seagulls graced the day, while keeping one eye open for any leftovers. The water shimmered liked diamonds gently rolling over the bluest waves. ======================================== OH SO DO I!!!!!!!!!!!!!(wish i was there) room for a moth on that towel?  beautiful write Bluesy...both the imagery and the dedications intend.  Well ... OK ... but you have to wash it first. |
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inkedgoddess Member Rara Avis
since 2002-11-19
Posts 7392Ohio |
sounds like mine yesterday in point pleasant on the beautiful jersey shore................ umbrellas galore......and what a day of sun and fun......happy 4th to you too lorigirl |
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Martie
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Member Empyrean
since 1999-09-21
Posts 28049California |
Lori...Sounds just perfect to me...thanks for sharing your day...one day soon maybe we can share a beach day together!  |
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passing shadows Member Empyrean
since 1999-08-26
Posts 45577displaced |
yes Lori, a perfect day and a perfect dedication |
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Mysteria 
since 2001-03-07
Posts 18328British Columbia, Canada |
Well now, sounds like you had a wonderful 4th of July and very much like the one I had to tell you the truth. The only thing wrong with it was you and I were not sharing an umbrella together, but we will, we will!  |
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BluesSerenade Member Patricius
since 2001-10-23
Posts 10549By the Seaside |
The summer time has arrived, and I am so diggin' it! Thanks to all you lovely ladies for sharing this sunny day with me! |
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garysgirl
since 2002-09-29
Posts 19237Florida, USA |
I wish you could have been there it was the kind of day that defines my paradise. The breeze blew offshore in a gentle sway not a single cloud in the sky seagulls graced the day, while keeping one eye open for any leftovers. The water shimmered liked diamonds gently rolling over the bluest waves. Oh Lori, that sounds like a wonderful day at the beach. I love the beach, don't you? Thanks for taking us there with you.  Hugs Ethel |
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EagleScorpion Senior Member
since 2000-03-08
Posts 1644Here, Now, Forever |
3 bbqs in a row baby!! yeeaa 4th of july.. haha i went to a kegger and almost got in a fight yee haw its great being an american |
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BluesSerenade Member Patricius
since 2001-10-23
Posts 10549By the Seaside |
Yep, it's my favorite place to hang out, not to mention how it inspires me. Thanks Ethel~Party on EagleScorpion~ Yea baby, you go!! |
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