“Abstract Surf” by Marsh Nelson
(Originally posted June 2013)
rhythmic echoes roll
from each spindrift salt breath
exhaled by the sea
Surf
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Beautiful. It’s like you’re in tune with me as I stroll on the beach.
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alas, yours is real while mine is imaginary – or remembered
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I suspect ‘remembered’ is the best word! How I wish I could transport you here as the tide comes in this evening!
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I want to be right there..right now! Beautiful poem!
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thanks, Irish
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You are very welcome 🙂
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I love the beach it is so peaceful
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it’s the womb-like sounds I think
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beautiful to ponder the ocean as oxygen generator and as a shield helping to protect against uv radiation from space. sounds awesome too, as a companion for walking along or sitting by. pic is coolest.
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thank you kindly
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Positively gorgeous picture!!!! I want to be there 🙂
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I appreciate that, Morgan
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the photo…your lovely words…i feel I AM THERE at the shore…[i live in the countryside of WI–rolling hills, lakes…but not the ocean…I drive to Milwaukee and sit on the shore of Lake Michigan and imagine myself at the Ocean! smile]
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I too am now far from the ocean – this is my memory at work
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Reblogged this on Poesy plus Polemics.
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Perfection–“salt breath”, yes.
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such is memory – it’s been ages since I was at the beach
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Me too–but memory regarding the ocean never leaves me, never diminishes.
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The vast ocean and the Creator’s masterpiece! Apt description, Paul. Best wishes. Iris
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much appreciated, Iris
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i lov this! i have resolved to live by the coastal waters every winter as my health requires it.
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and what’s good for the body is good for the spirit
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That is so beautifully put! I was transported to the beach!
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thank you most kindly
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great poem and great photo – love your work!!
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thank you most sincerely
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Stones on the beach, getting a wave massage from the ocean.
Lovely photo!
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I’m pleased you liked it, Mary
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Beautifully done.
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many thanks
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So beautiful!!
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thanks kindly
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