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The Ocean |
Aimster Member Elite
since 2000-02-19
Posts 4297Charlotte, NC |
The Ocean By: Amy M. Kennedy I walk out onto the nice cool sand, as the wind blows all around me I close my eyes and I just let all my thoughts go I can hear in the distance the sound of a seagull's cry The sun kisses my shoulders gently as it begins to set for the day The smell of salt air stings my nostrils But I don’t care, for I am at peace I walk along the sandy shores, just lost in all that’s around me I can hear the sound of the waves as it crashes along the shore Laughter of children playing by drowns out Any worries that may cross my mind I turn around and head back in the direction I came My body is more relaxed, my mind is much clearer The world seems a better place to live in And I am at peace, with those and myself around me And I look up to heaven, thanking God for this day and for the Ocean ~Live today as though it were your last but prepare for tomorrow as though it were here~ |
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twinsgd Member
since 2000-02-13
Posts 416Ontario,Canada |
A walk in the sand God holding your hand Life really is grand Thank you Amy......pleasant thoughts. |
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childomine Senior Member
since 2000-01-25
Posts 818st. petersburg, FL |
The peace of the beach is yours to take- try a walk in the sand- for sanity's sake! I'm practicing my off-the-cuff stuff. This was beautiful. So peaceful. [This message has been edited by childomine (edited 03-19-2000).] |
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Denise
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Member Seraphic
since 1999-08-22
Posts 22648 |
There's no place else like it on earth! This is beautiful, Amy! Denise |
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Another Heather Member
since 2000-02-17
Posts 93Canada |
As a person who's never seen the ocean (except from a plane) this poem gets me one step closer. thanks for the great read! "Be yourself... No matter what they say" - Sting |
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Sasikat Member
since 2000-02-02
Posts 290St. Petersburg, FL |
Amy, As a person who spent everyday of her life (about 18 years ago) on the beach, if even for only an anour or so, I can certainly well relate to this. My time was spent at the Gulf of Mexico, but very similiar to the oceans. There is no other type of peace and tranquility for those who love the water. I really enjoyed this. Sheila ...the earth and myself are of one mind. The measure of the land and the measure of our bodies are the same........... Joseph, Nez Perce Chief |
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Jon Mewett Senior Member
since 2000-03-04
Posts 1304 |
I too find the ocean very peaceful and inspiring. Lovely writing Amy Jon |
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shagirl Junior Member
since 2000-03-20
Posts 18southbeach, usa. |
wow.... makes me wanna go to the beach right now. i've been neglecting the beach lately.... a wonderful one. |
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rich-pa Member
since 2000-02-07
Posts 317New Orleans, Louisiana |
haha! whoohoo! sorry, it's just that you have a style that reminds me of mine, i often write of the serenity and beauty of nature, so i love this piece. mayhaps i should post some of mine rich-pa |
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Die In Vain Junior Member
since 2000-03-18
Posts 15B.C., Canada |
While reading this, I could actually picture myself by the ocean. Very good. I enjoyed it very much. |
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Aimster Member Elite
since 2000-02-19
Posts 4297Charlotte, NC |
Thank you all for your replies! I enjoyed reading each one of them. Twin...I really liked that little stanza you wrote..maybe you can base a poem on that? Thank you for your kind response. Child...you have a very good talent my dear. I enjoy reading your work as well. Thanks for the lovely comment DIV...so glad that this made you "see" the ocean. That was my intent. Thanks! Once again thanks to you all for you nice comments. Everyone take care Amy Rich pa...you go ahead and whoppee all you want. I am glad that you liked this. Yes, I think you should definitely post some of your work on nature. I look forward to reading! Take care Shagirl...I ORDER you get your butt to the beach right this minute LOL. Hope that made you smile hehe. Anyway, thanks for responding. You are sweet. Jon...seems we have similar points of view. I go to the ocean when I've had a stressful day or just to think. It truly does inspire! Thanks for reading and posting a comment on this. Sasikat...with your experience living at the water, i know you can appreciate its true beauty. glad you liked this poem! Another Heather...I am touched you feel that way. I am glad my poem got you one step closer to the ocean and gave you a "view". Thanks! Denise...you are so right. i am fortunate to live at the beach year round, and how sweet it makes life! thanks for responding! ~Live today as though it were your last but prepare for tomorrow as though it were here~ |
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Lone Wolf Member Ascendant
since 2000-03-16
Posts 5842Lansing, MI USA |
Wonderful poem, Amy. God and the ocean are a sight to behold. Friends are friend forever if the Lord's the Lord of them and a friend will not say never cause the welcome will not end. --Michael W. Smith |
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Munda Member Elite
since 1999-10-08
Posts 3544The Hague, The Netherlands |
Lovely poem Amy. I too love the sea. |
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JOY 14 Senior Member
since 1999-09-22
Posts 1419Wisconsin USA |
I have to thank you Amy, for writing this. It gave me peace of mind to read it. What I wouldn't give to walk along the shore and let the waves wash over my feet. Ahhh. Great work. Joy |
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StarrGazer Senior Member
since 2000-03-05
Posts 679Texas |
Amy this was beautiful "A poet is one who spends a lifetime standing out in thunderstorms, waiting to be hit by lightning" ~Randal Jarrell~ |
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David2 Member
since 2000-03-22
Posts 407 |
My son and I enjoyed your poem very much, we felt as though we were on that shore with you. Great job! David2 |
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