The Waltz

The ocean and love create emotions and passion that stay with us forever.

The waltz 


We were doing a waltz upon the beach.
 The waves were the orchestra.
 The wind was whispering a love song.


 I tossed her into a twirl.
 Brought her back to me.

 By the light of the moon.
 Two lovers danced the movement of freedom
 and celebrating being alive.


 We come back to the ocean after each journey.
 The ocean keeps our secrets.
 
The dancing waves are always waiting.


  She was as beautiful as when I first saw her
  and I held her like she was my last breath.


 Two shadows upon a naked beach.
Doing the dance of hope and freedom.
 
 The cold of winter is surrounding us.
We warm each other with laughter and dancing.


 Two friends, lovers  and travelers who come to celebrate being alive.
Peace for a moment for two people who love the road.


 We find each other at the end of our journeys.
Two wanderers in search of peace.

  I love you my beautiful  Beatrice

 
                   COYOTE    
                  1996
 

Author's Note

A old poem about a time when life was a wide open road.

Reviews

[emmajoy]

What a wonderful thought .. the waves were the orchestra .. tis true, tis really true, the sounds of water ripple and play on and on endlessly. This is such a warm romantic poem, John .. a time of specialness and the making of lasting memories. A beautiful phrase, 'She was as beautiful as when I first saw her ~ and I held her like she was my last breath.'

(Comments not getting through, so many thank yous for your review to me, John)

[Zeitgeist Manifesto]

I love the nature of this poem.
It is so pure and not deluded by
the insincere things that bastardize
the name of love.

[InkSlinger]

Delightful read, packed with sweet memories, and imagery.. all pulled together nicely allowing for a smooth flow that rolls off the tongue. Well done!

[KATHY SUE SILLS]

Just BEAUTIFUL! I could see the passion playing in my mind! You have a great way with words!

[KAREN]

A beauitful poem! Those times when the road is wide open is times of joy, fun and excitement when you can share it with someone you love!

[Poetic Beauty]

this is a great poem that speaks of one of those private unforgettable moments in life. Great stories to share with the world and spark adventure in others.

[The Analog Kid]

Two lovers in a moment in time. The cold world marches on. This is what gets us through. Life is like the coldest Winter... An excellent write Coyote!

[The Rock And Roll Cowbo..]

A romantically picturesque piece...

I tossed you into a twirl.
Brought you back to me.

to me this is symbolic to that notion if you love someone set them free if they come back they are yours.

[Adelia Alighieri]

Absolutely beautiful. Very finely crafted. Wow.

[Cherrie Palmer]

This poem I love!!

[J.Black]

You provide a wonderful vivid image here! For Beatrice, although many can relate, or wish they could. Feels very magical and the mood seems just right. Well done.