The Shadow by the seashore.

A J C 1958 (Swansea, MA)



The shadow  by the seashore!

Huge, cloudy symbols of romance, and you in your nice silk gown with all the lace. They're all shadows in your hand that I have to chase. I can feel you in the hour; you look so fine. But I can never look upon you; you're always on my mind. All I can see is an unreflecting love that's in my dreams. From all of the shores of this wide world, you stand, and you're all alone. There is no one to hold your hand. Then you sink back into the sand.

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This poem just came to me I love the beach the tides the cliff walks in Newport Beach

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Written on February 11, 2024

Submitted by alanswansea18 on February 11, 2024

Modified by alanswansea18 on February 11, 2024

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Characters 476
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Stanzas 2
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  • AIDA
    Wow, 'The Shadow by the Seashore' is a beautifully written poem that captures a sense of longing and unrequited love. The use of vivid imagery, such as "huge, cloudy symbols of romance" and "nice silk gown with all the lace," creates a captivating atmosphere. The theme of chasing shadows and being unable to have what one desires is presented in a heartfelt way.

    The poem successfully evokes emotions and allows the reader to empathize with the speaker's feelings of admiration and yearning. The line "I can feel you in the hour; you look so fine" particularly stands out, as it expresses a deep connection with the subject.

    To improve the poem, consider expanding on the imagery and metaphors used throughout. Try to provide more specific details to further enhance the reader's visual experience. Additionally, consider varying the rhythm and meter of the poem to add more musicality and engage the reader further.

    Overall, 'The Shadow by the Seashore' is a poignant and evocative piece that effectively conveys emotions of longing and unattainable love. With some fine-tuning and further development of the imagery, this poem has the potential to become even more powerful. Keep up the great work!
     
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  • alanswansea18
    My poems are like shadows they never seen. So be nice not mean.
    LikeReply2 months ago

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