My Place in the Sun

A poem for my mom.

When the cold is all about me

And the winter has begun,

I search for a tropical place,

My place in the sun.

 

The icy storms can’t touch me,

All safe and warm inside.

Grey clouds all around,

Brightness it tries to hide.

 

Take me away from all this bluster,

And the chilly Artic gloom,

To a warm unclouded beach

Where I can relax in the sun till noon.

 

Warm tropical breezes,

Fresh salt scent in the air,

Coarse sand at my feet,

I long to be there.

 

So bring along your carefree heart

The day is not yet done.

Come join me now

At my place in the sun.

Reviews

[The Iron Horseman]

This is lovely, Belle. We still have snow up here! I could use a place in the sun right now. I'm sure your mother must have loved this. It does a great job of summoning up a picture of white sand, blue sea and palm trees.

[A. Kim Spradling]

As much as I love this ranch, I have this thing like my mama did for the BEACH!!! I've contemplated putting sand in my bathtub just to get the beach affect. (OK, so I do not know if it is affect or effect. I should know! It makes me sound like a bad teacher.)
I will be at a beach a couple of times this summer... I just get all dreamy eyed just thinking about it.

[The Iron Horseman]

It's effect, teach! :)
One of my favourite memories is a wild gallop along a Caribbean beach.
The sand in the bathtub thing appeals to my wacky sense of humor. You should try it some time.

[A. Kim Spradling]

Yes, my Belle Starrness SO thinks I should DO IT!!!!

[The Iron Horseman]

:D.........

[Robert]

My absolutely favorite place is by the sea. Enjoyed this poem very much so, as your mind takes you to the beach. Well done.

[Gee]

Sounds idyllic.Book me a Sun lounger,parasol and an ice cold beer.Mmmmm,lovely.Enjoyed this poem

[Kelsey Ann]

I'm at the beach with you! I wish I could live in this poem, that's how good it is. :D

[A. Kim Spradling]

Thank you! Anyone is welcome to come with me to the beach. Beaches are the most wonderful place to be and I am glad you agree.

[Stars and Whales]

This is nice work! I love it!

[A. Kim Spradling]

Thank you for the comment, Zane. I just figured out where the names were and was able to address you by name.

[Stars and Whales]

No problem.