Therapy of the Sea

While I was enjoying the tranquility of the beach today I was randomly inspired to turn my hand to a bit of poetry. I’m no Emily Dickinson but hoping that what I’ve written is enjoyable……

Therapy of the Sea

The sound of the waves

Lapping gently

at the water’s edge

The tinkling of a wind charm

An essence of calm

The warmth of the rays

Stroking my back

The breeze in my hair

The salty sea air

Seagulls gliding

Children having fun

People relaxing and

Enjoying the sun

The lure of a barbecue

Or fish and chips

Wafting to reach you

Al fresco dining

It tastes so much better

Burgers and sausages

Salad and feta

Beautiful shells

Perfectly formed

Waiting to be found

An exquisite fan

Or spiralling round and round

The wind brings the surfers

Sailing boats and kites

Rolling waves

Reaching new heights

Paddle boards and kayaks

A regatta, rowers

Bonding with nature

Blood pressure lowers

A little hut

So simple you see

Trinkets and Knick-knacks

A whistling kettle

Buckets and spades

Hats and shades

Colourful and pretty

My own stash of treasures

It’s everything to me

And brings such pleasure

Life doesn’t have to be all

Whistles and bells

The greatest feelings

You can have in life

Are often just

Sights, sounds and smells

Vitamin ‘sea’

Cups of tea

A good book

Some tunes

And time for me

A regular visit

From a bumble bee

Is a sign

My beautiful mum

Is watching over me

I glory in the peace

But love the company

Of family and friends

Who share my love of the sea

My cute little hut

Is my pride and joy

The slow chilled-out pace

At my happy place

If there’s one thing I can preach

It’s that…..

Life is better at the beach