In dreams and fantasies
the sea drapes her lace
in gossamer traces through your fingertips
her depths translucent
like this lingerie she wears,
at the lushness of her wild
and delicate
edges
It’s where she finally
greets the sand, with secrets
of her seaweed hands
she whispers foamy sighs
of relief
as she glides to you
she finds your eyes
and there’s this knowing,
this understanding of the shore
before she is taken
by the inevitability
of the tide
and she must retreat
into the darkness of her depths again
Beautiful “It’s where she finally greets the sand, with secrets of her seaweed hands she whispers foamy sighs of relief” very lovely imagery. I love the ocean and her secrets. Just beautiful! Love 💕 Joni
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Thank you so much Joni. I love the ocean and her secrets too. Sometimes all it takes is to listen and look for them. I appreciate this lovely comment, love to you too 💞
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🌺🌸❤️🌸
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Hola Rachel,
This was a sensual piece as captivating as the sea; and as powerful as the moon’s gravitational pull on the tides. You captured us with the delicious promise of dream, fantasies, and lace. You gave us the lingerie and lushness, the beauty and the mystery.
Finally, delivering the foamy sighs and relief.
Everything about this exotic piece was alluring; the gentleness, the hold your breath tease, before the heart breaking separation. For the pull of the tides has her leaving one’s trembling arms, wishing and draming of an encore.
You know how I am so attracted to the sea. She more than any woman, has been the most faithful and inspiring to me. Her attraction has always gripped me. Always will.
Much like this poem, I am enchanted by her power and your words.
This is one of my favorite poems of 2020.
It not only reached out to me, it caressed my soul.
Bravo.
El Vagabondo
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El vagabondo. One beach bum to another. This comment has me emotional – one of your favourite poems this year? And this from one of my favourite authors. Sigh. You know the ways of the sea well, and you read the depths of this poem perfectly. I think you have a knack of listening to the sea’s secrets.
I will say, I could have done with some of your finesse with the ending. It probably needed some more work, it felt clumsy and rushed.
Appreciate this more than you know. Thank you, so much ❤️
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Makes me long for the sea and its shore. I am too far inland but you brought me there and also into a deeper part of my own psyche. You are a truly gifted writer when you make someone feel from reading. Be safe dear friend.
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Gina, I’m so happy to transport you to the sea, that makes my day. I hope you can linger there. You be safe too my friend, hope you are well ❤️
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ohmygoodness another GORGEOUS poem by you Rachel! Wow. 💕
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Tara, I appreciate this no end, thank you, I’m happy you enjoyed this! 💜
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Thank you sharing it. For me, it was magic.
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Wow, Rachel! Believe me when I say this gave me the shivers! That was so sensual and erotic and mysterious and dark—I wanted to follow her back into her mysterious depths! Even now, I can feel phantom fingertips tracing paths on my arms..so well done 😍
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Honestly Larisa, I think you deserve a prize for the most beautiful and poetic comments. You are the epitome of elegance and grace and I feel so lucky when you bestow that on my writing. You are one of those people that poetry is second nature, you don’t even need to try. I could make a poem out of you and your comments and it would require no editing. Thank you, sweet friend 💕
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Ahhhhh Rachel, you gorgeous woman. How do I adore the many ways in which you shine, let me count the ways..that was such a beautiful and sweet comment to read, it was like honey on my soul. Thank you for that, truly. I look up to you forever and always ♥️
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Awww, and I to you!!! Your skill with words is incredible and you just proved my point with “it was like honey on my soul”. Seriously, you have a gift. ♥️
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😩♥️👏🏻🌹💋💋
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Also, thank you for having my back the other day, you have no idea how much that meant ❤️❤️
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Rachel, I was so furious when I read that. I was livid and every word of that awful criticism was like a dagger. The nerve of some people just astound me.
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Your comment made me feel 100x better.
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I wanted to say so much more but didn’t want to overstep my boundaries because you were so polite and classy in your response. I am always more than happy to stand shoulder to shoulder with you in whatever we are facing off against 💗
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You could not have overstepped any boundaries. And same goes. I know you’ve had your fair share of creepers and I wish I’d been present to get out my metaphoric bow and arrow and slay them 🏹💜
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“she finds your eyes and there is this knowing this understanding of the shore” in the reading I could feel the waves, the tide and the look of being pulled back out to sea.
As Tara says above “Gorgeous.” That other dimension where the words are waiting just beyond the moment you are witnessing.
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Thank you so much, it means a lot you felt the connection to the sea and the tides. I love this, you should put it in a poem: “That other dimension where the words are waiting just beyond the moment you are witnessing.”
That’s gorgeous. Thank you!
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Thank you for the suggestion of the line in a poem.
In your poetry I recognize that place where the magic happens, the place you can’t conjure up but comes to visit briefly and you have to drop everything and gently find the words to envelop it.
I was trying to describe that misty place when I wrote the line. I will wait to see if something comes to wrap around it.
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Sorry I missed this comment.
I love how you are describing the indescribable, I know exactly the place you are talking about, and I am so so honoured that you think my poetry captures that. For about a year now, I have been trying to find words for the look of the sea from afar when the moonlight is shining on it, and it has this ….. appearance that’s silken, glossy, like some kind of alive fabric. I’ve been trying to enter that dimension where I meet with the waiting words for this… but I just cannot. Sometimes I feel like the words to describe things are swirling, diffuse in the air, waiting to be collected. Almost tangible. If you’re lucky, you manage to catch them. But often, they remain elusive. This conversation with you is an example of catching some words in exactly this way. I love it!!! I so hope you write a poem from it, you have me inspired too! Thank you, sweet friend, this had been a great start to my morning. ❤️
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“the sea drapes her lace
in gossamer traces through your fingertips” so elegant yet powerful and sensual… Your words reminds of the captivating effect that the sea has on the senses…i don’t know what I yearn for more…. The feel, the sight or the sounds, even that too salty hit and briny seaweedy smell…i miss it all.
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Ahhh – you miss the sea?? So you are too far from it or can’t go there because of lockdown? The longing for the sea… I understand that entirely.
Thank you for such wonderful comments about the poem too. I hope you get that salty hit and briny seaweed smell soon!
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Thank you!! Yes i got to frolic on the Atlantic side… And had plans to cross the continents to have some time with the Pacific side … But all in good time.
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All in good time my friend, definitely 💕
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Heavy sigh. You transported me. To a place where sea and sensuality merges and longing begins. Beautifully written Rachel. 💙 xx
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Miriam, you read this so beautifully, it’s that line of the tide, where the sea and shore meet, however briefly. Thank you, kind friend. Hope you are well 💜 xx
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It’s the ultimate beach kiss isn’t it? So gorgeous Rachel and yes, I’m well here thanks. Slowly heading into winter. Hope you’re well too. xx 💙
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The ultimate beach kiss – YES! Sea and shore, absolutely. We are also heading into winter, in fact the day that inspired this poem the sea was stormy and the sky foreboding. Sending love 💕 xx
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Ooh, gotta say I love a stormy sea, in fact I love the sea any time. Where are you from Rachel? xx
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Hey, I’m in New Zealand, just across the Tasman from you, right? 💕
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Oh, how wonderful. That’s right, we’re neighbours! 💕
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So sensual, so beautiful🌹🌹 I was swept away by your words….brilliant Rachel❤❤
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Ishita, I’m happy to sweep you away to the sea! Thank you, lovely ❤️❤️
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My pleasure❤🌸
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As beautiful as you’ve ever written.
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Thank you Rob, your opinion matters a great deal ❤️
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Love the waterful imagery. Everything just flows, and rumbles in with waves of darkness and depth. I can sense the currents of poetry, as clear and reflective as the sea itself, glittering and glimmering like your neon imagination.
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Hey. This is precisely why I’ve enjoyed writing with you – you take something I’ve written, and out comes something as beautiful as that. Thank you!!
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Beautifully sensual, an exquisite ebb and flow about it too
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Thank you so much. I’ve really enjoyed discovering your poetry too.
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My pleasure 😊
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A masterpiece
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What a kind thing to say! Thank you.
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Welcome. I meant it
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Thanks again!
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Never have I ever read a more exquisite, beautiful description of the ebb and flow of the tides. You created very alluring images with lace, lingerie, lushness, gossamer and delicate edges. Sigh! Now I know why my husband goes rushing back in her arms.
This is so, so gorgeous, Rachel.
The gentleness of it so moving! ❤️❤️❤️
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Punam, you are so gorgeous and generous with your praise. This was inspired by a walk along the beach on a stormy day, where the foam along the sand was so lace-like and beautiful, and it really did seem like that moment where sea touches sand was a fleeting but beautiful greeting or caress. Both of the pictures I included are from my walk that day (but digitally altered).
How is it you are so kind to me i will never know. I’ve just read a couple of your beautiful poems, and I’m still smiling from them.
❤️❤️❤️
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Rachel, I can’t help myself…words gush forth when I read your words. The sea is gorgeous on stormy days from ashore. You captured its beauty so well!
The pictures are beautiful too. In fact I have never mentioned it before but I always marvel at your selection of photos to go with your words.
I am not kind, just honest. Your words reflect your beautiful soul. You know your smile is gorgeous. Keep smiling. ❤️❤️
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Well, you’re giving me plenty of reasons to smile! Thank you lovely Punam. You keep smiling too ❤️❤️
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You have used many images of the sea oh so well. Thumbs up! Hope all is well … stay safe.
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Thank you Frank! I hope you are well too. Means amore you enjoyed this sea-themed poem.
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Wow this is just some amazing personification!!!
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Thank you!!! I think I have a ‘thing’ for personification 😂.
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I think so too 😂
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Stealing my heart again my friend 💘…such beautiful ebb and flow and chiaroscuro imagery. And wow I have to say that Watt’s comment was perfect… such a gorgeous complement to your poem’s beauty.
Hugs to you dear R. xoxoxo
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Your comment is perfect too – you have taught me a new word which I love – chiaroscuro. How have I never heard this beautiful word with such a beautiful meaning. Thank you!! Hugs to you dear friend xoxoxo
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Thanks so much lovely. I can’t take much credit though, I myself heard it from a friend. :))) Hugs back, and lots of love. Xoxoxoxo
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It’s like being hypnotized by the Sirens of the Sea, the oceans lovely song can pull one in. What a beautiful description lovely of the visual effect it has on one as the fingering waves come back and forth to tide the relation between land and water. Gorgeous!🌹
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Hi! I love this comment, you are so right that the sound of the ocean can pull us in and hypnotise. And the tide line… sigh. So beautiful 😊
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Oh, this is so beautiful, Rachel!! I always love the relationship between the sea and the shore!! Wonderfully penned. Bellissimo, My Dear, Bellissimo!! Chuck
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Chuck, I love that relationship too. I think we have a few poetic themes in common. Thank you, my lovely friend!
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I read this poem so many times. It’s filled with rich, sensual imagery and I loved the extended metaphor of the elusive lover being the sea which reaches the dreamer, and gives them moments of lucidity with foamy sighs of relief. Still I guess the whole experience is only translucent because it takes place in fantasy, and like anything else that does vanishes quickly into the unconscious. I hope my interpretation isn’t wrong. I enjoy reading your poems Rachel.
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Your interpretation is spot on…that moment of showing one’s true self can be so momentary, but so…. intensely intimate when it does. The moment when the depths of our needs and unconscious and ourselves is translucent to another. I like what you said about it being translucent because it takes place in fantasy. The fantasy of the dreamy shore for its elusive lover the sea. I think it could take place in reality too, but it is so fleeting, like if you blinked you might miss it. You have made me think of this with more depth. Thank you, you have a very keen and astute eye.
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Thank you Rachel. I’m no expert, but some poems really draw me in. Yes I understand shedding off the mask and being completely vulnerable. It’s especially beautiful when the other person does the same at that very moment. Such experiences are very intimate and fleeting like you put it. Rare in fantasy and rarer in life.
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Agreed, so rare….. which is a shame. But when it happens, that feeling of connection can take your breath. It’s hard to feel alone in a moment like that. It’s kind of the antithesis of loneliness.
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I felt the sensual and erotic tone. And also the sea of her mysterious and dark depths that only one can bring her to a light of hope and understanding of the world around us. 🙂
I did my best to interpret your marvelous creation of poetic music and heart. 🙂 My favorite poem of yours among others. 🙂
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Oh Charlie. You’ve given me that feeling when your poem has been read exactly as it was intended. I could not say it better.
Thank you, my lovely friend, hope you are well ☺️.
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You are welcome, Rachel.
Know that I am blessed to have you as my friend and in my life. 🙂
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Oh, Rachel…. This is beyond beautiful. I want to be buried in your beautiful words. I want to go to sleep while listening to your words. I want a blanket made of your words. What a majestic poem.
“It’s where she finally
greets the sand, with secrets
of her seaweed hands
she whispers foamy sighs
of relief
as she glides to you”
I actually can’t pick a line. Everything is pure beauty. Everything is silk. Even the pain. The pain slowly subsides into the beauty of the sea.
Rachael, you are the poetess of my soul. Every word you write blesses the reader.
Sending you plenty of love, flowers, and chocolates. What else can I send you Rachel?
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Dear G, it is this comment that is beyond beautiful ”Everything is silk. Even the pain. The pain slowly subsides into the beauty of the sea.”
I am speechless about this. For surely this is what your poetry does. It is what your poetry does. In fact I could easily copy and parts every word of this and meant every one as applied to you and your poetry.
What else can you send me? You send me so much already, I would not wish to be greedy. I just wish you to be happy and loved xoxoxo
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WOW! WP notified me that you replied. There is no conspiracy against us anymore. I wasn’t notified that you posted and surely I am happy I was notified you replied.
“Everything is silk. Even the pain. The pain slowly subsides into the beauty of the sea.” No, this is not what my poetry does Rachel. This is what yours does. This is you and your beautiful soul. This is you and your unbelievable talent.
“I just wish you to be happy and loved” Thank you so much Rachel. I wish you to be happy and loved every minute. To stay inspired and to inspire us. You are fabulous. I am not getting tired of saying that.
xoxoxoxoxo…..
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I knew WP would have to give up on us eventually. It was a futile battle and they were never going to win.
Thank you for being you G, you make me feel like a million stars. And you feed me chocolate and send me flowers and bestow me with beautiful poetry and friendship.
Love to you ♥️
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You are the light of a million stars, Rachel. And your friendship is as precious as the light. Sending my love in the future where you always are 🙂 I have to google to see what time is there 🙂
xoxoxo
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It’s nearly midday. Enjoy your evening sweetheart xoxoxo
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Thank you. Have a good sleep Rachel 🤗🌸🌺💝🌿
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Reblogged this on The Reluctant Poet.
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Thank you, always Chuck.
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good shtuff. 🙂
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I’m not sure if that was a typo or not, but regardless, thank you (or should I say, schthank you 😉)
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🙂 It’s Yiddish, slang.
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I’m so sorry, I didn’t realise. Please forgive me!
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Oh dear Rachel!! Most lovely all lines they take me at sea shore and i feel that all waves want to talk with me , Especially”it is where she finally greet the sand to her seaweed hands,she whispers foamy sighs to relief…..
…..”and “before she is taken from inevitability by the tide,she must retreat into the darkness of her depth again”.absolutely right and gorgeous imagery of lovely truth-an eternal truth.most beautifully written ,my dear Rachel.most impressive and heart touching💕💕💕💕 love your poem.xxxx
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Aruna, you have a beautiful soul, kindness shines. I think all the waves would want to talk to you. Thank you for such a lovely comment. Be well my friend
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Smiling.yeah.I want to talk to the waves.say to all waves my love❤nd most welcome by my soul,dear Rachel!! 💞💞💞💞Stay Safe,Querida amiga.
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It’s where she finally
greets the sand, with secrets
of her seaweed hands
This isn’t just a line or a verse…. It’s clearly a motion. Or something I imagine the waves may whisper to one another….
Great one!!
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Hey, thank you so much friend, you have really added something to this, I love what you’ve said – a motion, or something the waves whisper. That is beautiful. I’m so touched you saw this in the poem.
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Keep inspiring 🙂
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Oh my, Rachel, this piece is simply stunning and so delicate. You have such precision in every piece you write. It is masterful and so inspiring 🙌 I absolutely adore the concept of the alluring sea and also love to write about the beauty she is wearing!
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You yourself have beautiful sea poems, and your words dress the sea in all the grace that she deserves. Thank you Katy 💕
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Oh dear Rachel…. your wondrous poem is perfect….. and beautifully depicts… the sea, and me…. beyond the tea-trees….. swimming free….
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Thank you Ivor. I love the rhymes you fell into there!
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Oh…that’s me Rachel…. and my little rhyming comments……xx
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Well, I am very grateful for them. Hope you are well xx
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Thanks Rachel, I’m ok….
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I’m glad Ivor. Although, I’m sure there’s much contained in those ellipses…
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This is truly an amazing piece of writing….beautiful imagery!
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Hi, and thank you! That is such a kind thing to say.
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This is so sad…
I love watching the ocean crash. I can sit there for hours…
Love, light, and glitter
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Yes, love, light and glitter. Watching the ocean crashing is such an all consuming and beautiful place to be.
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💕💕💕
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That moment of knowing, beautifully done
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Thank you ESP!
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So magestic are words in this delicately beautiful poem.
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Magestic and delicate – what beautiful words to apply to my writing. Thank you so much ❤
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All well deserved, and you are very welcome ❤️
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This is soooo lovely, Rachel! You give voice to this vastly ancient romance in such a sweet way! I love it! I’ll remember this next time I’m at the beach! Cheers and Thank You! 💕
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Thank you Katy, you’re a treasure. ♥️
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My pleasure! And Thank You! As my beautiful man would say, “You’re talkin’ ’bout Yourself, now!” 💕💕💕
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This has a wonderful sense of mystery to it. From seaweed hands to the sea lacing her, each line is so delicate and beautifully crafted. There’s an aura of vivid romance and the gentle personification accentuates the overall subtle euphoria that the poem gave me. There are so many ways of interpreting the poem but the overall sense of magic that surrounds it does not let it get you over it. And that is such a good thing. So what I take back from this poem is not that wonderful writing style, nor the intriguing word choices, because in the end it’s the feeling that matters. I tip my hat to you Rachel. Really lovely.
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