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Enchantress
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0 posted 2005-07-16 12:03 PM


    
~Rondeau Bay~

When August arrives I can picture you there
outside the cosy cottage in your favourite chair.

Watching and feeding your hummingbirds
and understanding the chipmunk's every word.

Maneuvering Jessica 11 swiftly across the bay..
stalking last years small mouth that got away.

Spotting the wind surfers handling the waves,
while the teens on the dock catch a few rays.

Our own 'summer olympics' every year
'Walking the log' always brings a big cheer.

With medals and prizes we try hard to win..
having this much fun..why it must be a sin !

Evening meals may not be filet mignon..but
juicy burgers go great with cabernet sauvignon.

Someone quite special running 'round in the sun,
calling out frantically..."More buns..More buns!"

Many evenings are spent around the campfire..
never knowing what magic is about to transpire.

We all listened and heard it loud and clear,
Someone played the harmonica with his ear !

Our sons on their guitars put on a great show,
And then there's magic, by 'the wiz' don't ya know ?

Quiet talks and laughter as the hour grows late
Wanting to stay forever, in this mystical state.

Showy statuesque herons, the call of the loon
Watching the sunrise..no sleeping till noon!

Time flies so quickly...gee, I wish I could stay
right here where I found...the magic of the bay.

This piece of Heaven on earth you so kindly share
Good friends such as you two...are so very rare.

If some year I can't make it.. for some reason I can't come,
Remember my spirit is with you..on the bay, in the sun.

*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~


~ Dedicated to two very special friends..
Barb & Laur, for sharing the 'magic' of the bay ~

© Copyright 2005 Nancy Lee - All Rights Reserved
JesusChristPose
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1 posted 2005-07-16 12:08 PM


"Someone quite special running 'round in the sun,
calling out frantically..."More buns..More buns!"


~ It was a good thing I had already finished my sip of coffee prior to reading this part because that sip of coffee would of been all over my monitor, keyboard, desk, etc. lol

~ Isn't it something how a special moment in time shared between friends can become the muse to write a memory that will last forever? Enjoyed!

lyricpoet
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2 posted 2005-07-16 12:09 PM


Such a beautiful tribute, well done...!
Gentle Spirit
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3 posted 2005-07-16 12:10 PM


  lovely
Martie
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4 posted 2005-07-16 12:23 PM


Nancy

I know such a place and loved it as you do!  Thanks for bringing it's memory back to me.  

kayjay
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5 posted 2005-07-16 03:19 PM


Water and Friendship
Blanketed with rich sunshine
We cling forver

Through rubble and trouble and dark of night
The yawn of a dawn will hasten the light

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6 posted 2005-07-16 03:22 PM


What a lovely photo that is Nancy Lee!  Sounds like a wonderful place, and a wonderful time was had by all.  Lovely!

    
~* Carpe' Diem *~

miscellanea
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7 posted 2005-07-16 03:30 PM


Enchantress,

  And thank you for sharing the magic of the bay with us through the magic of your words!  I so enjoy reading your poetry and taking mini-trips through your words!

        miscellanea


Startime55
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8 posted 2005-07-16 06:01 PM


And in turn you shared the magic of the Bay with me with such clarity that I felt I was there....This poem is absolutely stunning...*big hugs*

scorpio
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9 posted 2005-07-16 06:04 PM


A wonderful write Tinker.  May the magic of the bay and the memories of the good times shared continue.  
            

believe in what your heart feels...

Sunshine
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10 posted 2005-07-16 06:05 PM


I think you unconsciously dedicated this to more people than you at first realized, m'dear...

When August arrives I can picture you there
outside the cosy cottage in your favourite chair.

Watching and feeding your hummingbirds
and understanding the chipmunk's every word.


Yes, I think so.

And I thank you so much for this beautiful dedication.

SoundWaves
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11 posted 2005-07-17 12:03 PM


Good write!!!
Can't wait to go there too  

The spotlight can only get brighter.

JamesMichael
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12 posted 2005-07-17 12:34 PM


Lovely...James
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13 posted 2005-07-17 01:10 AM


Beautiful Nancy!
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14 posted 2005-07-17 02:33 AM


Took me right there, NancyLee.  What a sweet poem for your friends!   ....jo
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15 posted 2005-07-17 07:50 AM


oh how I loved that ending

well done!

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16 posted 2005-07-17 11:02 AM


loved it
Waterfall27
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17 posted 2005-07-17 06:24 PM


I know such a place and loved it as you do!
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18 posted 2005-07-17 06:38 PM


what a gorgeous write!
(am laughing at one reply, about those buns)

Enchantress
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19 posted 2005-07-17 07:11 PM




Thank you all so very much.
I wish you all a special place of serenity and magic.
~Smiles & Hugs, Nancy~

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20 posted 2005-07-18 03:10 PM


you spread wonderful memories with such memorable words - loved this Nancy - Paul
LeeJ
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21 posted 2005-07-18 03:19 PM


ohhhh boy this was sheer beauty, reminding me of a special place...hugs to you for sharing this with us....

very much enjoyed

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22 posted 2005-07-18 07:52 PM


How beautiful, Nancy Lee. Thanks for sharing
your special place with us. It reminds me of
some special days (and nights) at the beach.
Hugs,
Ethel

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