The sky is a dim gray, as the raindrops begin to fall. I’m staring out across the ocean, watching the rain mix into the sea. Everything around me seems to be moving in slow motion. I am concentrating on my breath, synchronizing it with the crashing of the waves against the shore. The world seems to stop, just for a single heartbeat.
A Seagull’s cry breaks my moment of meditation. I watch as the bird flies so beautifully over the sea. For a while, I imagine myself living as free as this bird. Flying away, leaving any troubles behind. Making the beach my home, the ocean my playground. Then, I turn around, and slowly walk back up the beach; heading back towards my reality.
What a gorgeous picture, the contrast between the dark rainclouds and the green sea really embody your writing tone. Well done.
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Thank you for reading and taking the time to leave such kind words. That’s exactly what I was trying to accomplish!
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Reblogged this on Roderick Wills' Refreshing Writings and commented:
Great piece with a beautiful picture to accompany it. Really enjoyed this one
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Beautiful.
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I miss the beach! But such truth. Sometimes all we need is a few moments of being out of our reality to make us ready to go back to it. The beach always did that for me. Still does when I go. Sadly now I live 2 hours away from it. But it’s just makes the times there more precious.
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This feels like mindful meditation… so serene!
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Enjoyed reading it
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So relateable
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Simply the best ❤️❤️
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I was literally transported to the beaches of Anna Marie island 🏝
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Beautiful, and I appreciate this poem so much, being a Virginia Beach girl. It was always a melancholy mood when we had to head home after a day at the beach.
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Thank you 🙏 Yes, that’s exactly the feeling I was writing about. I always stand and stare at the ocean before I leave, and say goodbye.💔
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Must be very relaxing and peaceful 🙂
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😌😇
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The words did that magic, I can imagine myself on the beach (although I’ve never seen a beach). It was very soothing and relaxing, thanks for sharing this again.
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Thank you for reading.❤️✨
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My version would be deep in the woods. Love this!
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Your comment reminded me of the line by Robert Frost, that I repeat in my head sometimes.
“The woods are lovely, dark and deep.
But I have promises to keep,
And miles to go before I sleep,
And miles to go before I sleep. “
-Robert Frost
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I’m still making my way through the book Walden. 😊
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Serene feel looking at your click… missing those rainy days in my native…
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Aw, I’m sorry Ar.Jenita.. 💞✨🌊🌺
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“concentrating on my breath synchronising it with the Crashing of the waves against the shore.” Beautiful lines! 👌👌👏👏❤️❤️👍👍
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Thanks Ken💞✨🌊
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Beautiful scene to start our day with!!! 😌🌊
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Thank you Maria 💞✨
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🥰💗
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wow nice 😊😊
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Thanks 😀😀
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👏👏👏✒📷 great dear Amber🤗😘💕
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Beautiful ❤
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beautifully written 👏
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Thanks 💞
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I like it
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Thank you 💞
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Good imagination of a lovely scenario,
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What a wonderful picture..??? At first glance, I was at peace with my mind. Keep it up, it really refreshing…💕💕💕
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Thanks 💞✨
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I love watching the seagulls too! So darn peaceful.
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Yes, they’re beautiful 🥰
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The title of this blog completely pulled me in what an amazing read
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Well flows
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Beautifully written😍😍
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My pleasure😇
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Nice
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How lovely! The sea is definitely emotionally healing. Loved the simplicity of your words and thoughts here
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🌊💞✨Thank you LaShelle
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You’re welcome 😁
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Nice
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Thanks 🙏
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