Wordless Wednesday

I am joining bloggers for Wordless Wednesday.  I will share a photo that I have taken that inspires me to think, question, feel or smile.  I hope it does the same for you.

 

...because pictures are worth a thousand words

 

Poetry On the Beach

                      
The forecast called for 88 degrees, humid and scattered clouds, so we decided to take a micro- adventure to Wingaersheek Beach. The tide was going out, therefore it would be a great day to search for creatures in the tide pools, climb the rocks and walk out to the sandbar. We found a spot on the very narrow strip of sand and then waited for the sun to arrive.  Before I can even venture towards the cold water of the North Shore I must get really hot. I sat comfortably on the soft sand, waiting for the blazing sun to do its work, and took out my journal to write. These two poems were inspired by my surroundings.

 

Here comes the

sun

the sensational

sun

my skin

my soul

soaks up

the shining

sunshine.

Satisfied

and smiling


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Rats

with wings.

Birds that hover

and stare

with their beady eyes

waiting for the perfect

moment

to snatch

from you

and escape by flight.

Scavengers

bold

a nuisance

 

 

Seagulls

 

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Visiting a Long Time Friend

Tuesday Slice of Life Challenge ...
I am excited to explore my newest passion, writing,
with slicers from Two Writing Teachers.
 

 

Today I visited an old friend.  A friend that I have known since I can remember. I think of her throughout the year, but only see her during summer vacations or an occasional school vacation.  As I exited the car, I anticipated her familiarity. I could hear her calling. I inhaled her distinct scent, felt her warm embrace, and when I saw her rush towards me it felt just like old times, as if no time had gone by. 

One of my closest friends will always be the ocean; her roaring waves, her salty smell, and her soft sand transfers me to a place of tranquility.  Sitting in my beach chair, I just took her all in.  It had been too long.  This was a first visit of 2013. 

When I need to escape, relax, unwind or even be rejuvenated, the beach is my savior. Today having three kids in tow didn't even disrupt the positive effects the ocean has on me.  At the ocean, I allow myself to "be", be in the moment.  I linger along the coast, to take in the sights, sounds, smells and feelings.  I am in no rush to leave my friend of many years.  I want to embrace every second until we see each other again.

Now, there is one thing that really irritates me when I am trying to visit my friend. It's people. I realize that my friend is very popular and loved by many, but why must others who visit her sit so close to the spot I strategically place my belongings to have a pleasant visit?  I take my time to find the perfect place to be with her. I  allow space between others to avoid sand on my blanket, obstructions to the water, and people smoking cigarettes.  Today, others seemed to think my little plot of sand was prime real estate.  I did not let them interfere with my visit.  I went for a stroll to beach comb; collecting rocks and crab legs.  Along the way I found another spot to set up camp and visit for the remainder of the day.  The ocean is an amazing friend who embraces and accommodates all who visit and tries to meet the needs of all. 

94 degrees, hazy and breezy.  Water...great temp and big waves to body surf.

A fabulous day to visit a friend.


 

Escape

Tuesday Slice of Life Challenge ...
I am excited to explore my newest passion, writing,
with slicers from Two Writing Teachers.

I always look forward to a low key Spring Break. Our week is usually spontaneous and relaxing. We catch the Boston Marathon on Monday and then see what other activities will occupy our time during the week. I enjoy being unscheduled. I enjoy the reading, walks to town, just hanging out and the chance to just get up and go with no urgency or sense of time. With that being said, there is no denying that I also feel the need to "escape". An escape from the typical, from the every day routine of work, home, cook, clean, errands, activities, repeat five days a week. Even spending days off at home, there is the pull of laundry, cleaning, cooking etc. My ultimate escape is the ocean. The sand, the water, the beach. Ahh! We were so fortunate that my sister offered her Cape house for the second weekend of our Spring Break.

As soon as I stepped on to the sand, my feet sank, my body relaxed and my heart filled with joy. I can't put into words how the ocean pulls me into another world. It creates a sense of calmness, peace and tranquility. Walking along the shore I came across this design of shells and it spoke exactly to what I was feeling.

It didn't matter that it was 48 degrees and windy. My hood covered my ears and my down jacket wrapped around my body keeping the chill away. The sun was shining, there was an ocean breeze, the waves were crashing, and that makes me feel like I'm in a DREAM.

Three days of escaping to the beach allows the leisure of time. Time to lounge in the morning with a cup of coffee. Hours of playing games and dancing to music with the kids. A stretch of the day reading. Daily walks to collect sea shells. The ease of eating out and being served. My escape to the beach was the perfect way to end a week, and I look forward to my next escape to the beach, even if it's just for a day trip.