Embraceable View

At dusk, pods of dolphins come into the harbor to feed...

Hypnotized by a scalloped coastline
stretching toward the horizon...
our garden includes grapes, kumquats,
avocados, lemons, limes, apples, tomatoes,
and a melange of herbs... baby tears, oregano,
and thyme.
On the northern coast of Laguna Beach...
the Artemisia wreathes the cedar doors
opening into the garden.
On the home's sea side iceberg roses
lace the steps.
A curtain of poet's jasmine, fragrant
white flowers tumble from an iron
awning outside the front door.
Olive trees lend an aire of old old
Europe.
We embrace the view with passion
giving a gentle persuasion of lustful
evenings and cool breezes.

Reviews

[barleygirl]

This morning I arose & started a poem before dawn . . . hard to believe it's still dark at 6 am these days! As I wheeled into kitchen for more coffee, I noticed light spilling over chaparrel-covered ridge but then I zoomed right by. Finally, seeing my back deck with so many plants shimmering in the first rays, that got my attention! I need to slow down & take it all in! That's what your poem spells out to me -- those moments when we stop rushing thru tasks & slowly take it all in, as if this might be our last moment to embrace such a gift! (((HUGS))) Fondly, Margie

[Patricia Wedel]

dear Margie... I know you have seen many beautiful
flowers along the Coast of California. It breaks my heart that due to many changes in State legislation and so forth... the beauty of the West Coast has been
compromised... however. the Earth restores itself in mysterious ways. I trust that Nature can be healed and our Country can return to "Peace in the Vally"
once more. Thank you for reading and older poem that seems almost timeless. Fondly, Pat

[barleygirl]

I would prefer that humans come to their senses about respecting the earth, but since that isn't happening, I agree that nature has an amazing ability to heal & recreate a new normal . . . *sigh!*

[Dara]

This is a beautiful poem to read on a drizzly fall day. The images you bring out are so lovely!

[Patricia Wedel]

dear flower ... Your passion for enjoying
my poem, Embraceable View, is delicately
embraced by me. May your days bring
scents of flowers along your path.
truly... Pat

[MsJewel]

You have painted a gorgeous picture - "embraceable view" - the perfect title to this stunning poem. I love the lines Olive trees lend an aire of old old Europe...and a curtain of poet's jasmine, iceberg roses line the steps...I can feel the lustful evenings and cool breezes...Truly a pleasure and oh so lovely!

:) Julie

[Patricia Wedel]

dear Julie... Cool breezes and lustful evenings...
I think some of your magic has rubbed off onto my
soul. There is romance in flowers and ocean waves
of mermaids' muse. Thank you for reading
Embraceable View. truly... Pat

[Sanober]

Your poetry is always so alive and fresh with the richness of nature. As though freshly plucked from some heavenly tree. Your vivid imagery transported me right into your garden. They delight my senses. I too loved that line "A poet's jasmine". Utterly breathtaking. I'm just sitting here, savoring the soft succulence of your words. you are a joy to read, Pat.

[Patricia Wedel]

dear Sanober... So wonderful to experience the
charm of your artistic expressions. Yes, gardens
are a delight to our senses. I adore your review
and look forward to your poetry. truly with much
affection and admiration. Pat

[Sami Khalil]

I can't get enough of this beauty. Read it again...:).................

[Patricia Wedel]

dear Sami... how charming of you to stop by.
The leaves are blushing with colors of romantic
bursts of desire. Have a lovely Autumn. truly... Pat

[Sami Khalil]

You are welcome muchly....:)........

[Pryde Foltz]

I envy where you live, Patricia. What a beauty of a write.

[Patricia Wedel]

dear Pryde... I love your review. It is
Charming to see poetry in flowers that entangle
read moredear Pryde... I love your review. It is
Charming to see poetry in flowers that entangle
their blossoms around the beauty of nature. Itruly... Pat

[Patricia Wedel]

dear Pryde... enjoying the sweet flowers of
each season is part of the romance of life. truly.... Pat

[Madison O'Dwyer]

I loved the title first and foremost, but the poem was definitely worthy of it's name. So many beautiful lines here, I'm inspired and a little jealous! Haha.

The first line is a hook and the rest the sinker. Lovely!
Thanks for sharing.

[Patricia Wedel]

dear Madison... I adore your review of Embraceable View.
Inspiration is fragile like a breeze on a summer's eve.
I am looking forward to reading your poetry. truly... Pat

[Tom]

Like a mystical garden of Eden such is the scenic surroundings of this enchanting place you describe so eloquently !

[Patricia Wedel]

dear Tom... so delighted to read your
charming review of Embraceable View.
We live in a cottage on the east coast
which has its own enchantment. I was inspired
to pen this poem while browsing through a
magazine with photos of a lovely home on
the west coast. Have a beautiful day. truly... Pat

[The Rock And Roll Cowbo..]

You painted a gorgeous painting in my mind with your words… such a eloquent piece of writing.

[Patricia Wedel]

dear Dale... You have given me a burst of
sunshine with your kind review. Wishing you
a garden of delicious treats. truly... Pat

[Frieda P]

My son and my brother both reside in CA now, I don't think I've ever seen such a breathtaking view as you've poetically pen'd it here. Sigh....I want to live in your poem Pat.

Olive trees lend an aire of old old
Europe.

More than a gentle persuasion here, more like lusty need..I need it!

[Patricia Wedel]

dear Frieda... you will be blessed with
all your needs. May your day be filled
with the scent of poet's Jasmine and
lusty breezes of gentle persuasion.
Your son and brother surely must
enjoy the West Coast. truly... Pat

[Frieda P]

They do, especially the weather, and they rub it in every chance they get, it is gorgeous and you made it seem even lovelier. Always a pleasure to read your poetic jasmine Pat.

[Patricia Wedel]

Thank you Frieda. You are always an
inspiration. Be jazzed. Pat

[Frieda P]

Awh you just made my heart smile! x