A cottage by the sea

An easy breezy getaway has only what you need

When I gaze into your eyes I see the horizon 

as ships pass in the night by the light of 

the North Star... 

The gale winds blow over the jagged rocks 

as dreams lay quietly on the beach 

where sweethearts found a retreat... 

Remembering the woodsy warmth of 

a hearth crackling with delight in spite of 

love's embers glowing dim with tears... 

Imagine the northern lights as moments 

of ecstasy relived within the memories 

of seaside romantic getaways... 

A charismatic view of summertime love 

to create an escape of happy everafter 

tucked away for a cold winter slumber... 

Reviews

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As always, a beautifully imagined piece of writing.

Soothing images to caress and warm the heart through the cold days of winter.

Loved the subtle contrast throughout between cheerful memories and the slight melancholy such rememberance can bring.

Very nicely written, Pat. Well Done.

[Cherrie]

Lulled to sleep by the flow of the tides and cradled by the memory of love. A epic tale created in a snapshot. Love it.

[Patricia Wedel]

Cherrie... your review is charming... lovely to look back and remember the hours in a cottage by the Sea... with a breeze of love embraced by the music of seagulls and waves crashing. gently, Pat

[Fabian G. Franklin]

I love the ocean and ocean themes. This was wonderful.

[Patricia Wedel]

dear Fabian... never too late to thank you for your kind words of endearment. It would be lovely to be in a Cottage by the Sea. tenderly, Pat

[An owl on the moon]

I was drawn here by the sea, and loved every warming, loving glimpse. There are those who make music come to life around us, within us, and you seem to have one in your life who awakens the most beautiful of worlds.

[Patricia Wedel]

dear Owl... I dearly love your review...
so charming and romantic that you were drawn to the sea.. we have the Rappahannock River with rapids and scenic beauty. We already have Robin red breasts and I have seen a woodpecker and a Chickadee. Nature abounds in beauty and romantic notions. truly, Pat

[Cyprian Van Dyke]

Beautifully explained and expressed poem! Loved the imagery and the feeling in your words throughout! Tyfs!!!

[Patricia Wedel]

dear Cyprian... so pleasantnof you to review A Cittage by the sea. The world is full of enchantment with seaside adventures and romantic moments. May the New Year bring wind and surf to your heart and adventure be your reward. truly, Pat

[Ruth]

This is really amazing, such beautiful emotions voiced here. The balance of longing with the fondness is really emotive, beautiful piece Patricia :)

[Patricia Wedel]

dear Poppy Ruth... when angel wings bring sounds of the sea is how I hear your review... the feel of an ocean breeze and and the song of a nightingale. I appreciate your review. truly, Pat

[Kelly Scheppers]

Your cottage by the sea reminds me that there's something about the air that comes off the ocean. You inhale it a little bit deeper, as it rushes through your senses, seemingly bringing you back to life.

You always bring a sense of contentment, of peace and tranquility to your poetry, Pat. May you forever shine that way!

[Patricia Wedel]

dear Kelly... how extraordinary to hear from you.... yes🦋the ocean brings all our dreams to reality... the surge of waves as our prayers ascend bringing tranquility in the end... We live in a world of possibility and we envision the beauty of romance when storms become a memory. May peace and love be with you and yours forever and a day... with love, Pat

[Kelly Scheppers]

I went through a most difficult time, but I'm proud to say I've emerged triumphant and strong. Always a pleasure to hear from you, Pat. Please know I'm no longer at Starlite. It was simply time for me to fly...but you can always find me here! Message me any time, ok?

[Patricia Wedel]

dearest Kelly... There is a time to fly away... so happy for you to overcome difficult times. Most of us do have times that are difficult, but with the love of others and faith in G-d who is greater than even the oceans and natural disasters, we can recover with a new sense of acceptance and inspiration. It is lovely to know that you are only a message away... a
feeling of warmth and encouragement to you also and always... hugs and love, Pat

[Kelly Scheppers]

...thank you so much, Pat!

[emmajoy]

You wrote this in June and I missed it tut. tut, me

However, no matter when read, this would be a beautiful poem - full of place and heart! You write so tenderly, yet, visually, Patricia. Summertime love personified. xx

[Patricia Wedel]

dear Emmajoy...lovely to hear from you. now that summer seashells have weathered the storms, we can
walk along the shore and remember the ships that passed in the night with mysterious lights leaving only dreams of rendezvous delight. Hope your summers end has shadows of pirates and treasures. truly, Pat

[emmajoy]

Shadows galore... some more than exquisite, Pat. xx

[Tom]

So reassuring and steadfast to cosy up in front of a crackling fire as winters' winds bite hard....an enchanting pièce de résistance Pat !

[Patricia Wedel]

dear Tom... J'adore voter revue ... romance by the sea is my cup of tea.
truly, Pat

[wordman]

you painted some beautiful images

[Patricia Wedel]

dear Wordman... lovely of you to stop by on a Sunday afternoon.... the seaside is always there for waves of romance. truly, Pat

[wordman]

my pleasure pat

[barleygirl]

Each stanza is a little word painting (for all the senses) of one view from your cottage by the sea. Taken together, these glimpses make the reader want to be there! Love your details & word choices to bring out vivid imagery.

[Patricia Wedel]

dear Margie.. lovely to share moments of seaside adventures. I appreciate your review and wish you moments to cherish and remember. truly. Pat