What lies ahead



Seaside, my view today
From sandy shores
With waves at play
A time to ponder
A time to pray
A time to remember
Oh, to cherish today!
The feeling of warmth
From the radiant sun
The feeling of love
From God’s own son
A brilliant blue sky
A cool gentle breeze
A breathtaking view
Oh, nature’s honesty!
The distant horizon
That calls to me
Beyond the waves
Alone and free!
The soaring birds
The rush of wind
A gentle reminder
Of life well lived

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Submitted by brian.duffin on May 30, 2021

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Brian Duffin

After taking an English class with a focus on literature and poetry, Brian Duffin discovered a love for words and a passion for poetry. Brian's poems reflect his love of nature, while also sharing the raw human emotions and events that fill and shape his life. more…

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