Paradise surrounds me.
There are no cloudsonly the blue of dreams.
Queen palms slow dance
to the soft, fragrant breeze.
Outdoor tables
along cypress planks
that lead to sea. Glass
of zinfandel , basket
of warm pumpernickle
with herbed butter. Quiet chatter
surrounds me along with the hawk
of gulf birds.
You walk in, old friend, so glad to see you
written in our smiles. Sunfish mores
in a slip nearby. A seabird
begins his dive and we turn to witness.
Lunch is served by handsome waiter.
We catch up as we taste
the nectar of Circles Waterfront.
16 comments:
An interesting poem here, Judy, but the ending leaves me questioning: What is 'the nectar of Circles?"
Circles is the restaurant where I meet Marlene. :) It's halfway between us and we always go there. I was supposed to meet her there tomorrow (still am. I went last week thinking I was supposed to meet her then. LOL This poem is generated by what I saw and felt while I was there last week and what usually happens when I meet "the girls". It will be sad that Judy won't be there though.
It really does sound like Paradise!
A touch of paradise well penned.
Hi Judy, I enjoyed the setting for this meeting which then draws the attention of the two who meet. Wine is the nector? I love the sounds and the "Hawk of gulf birds." Please share the link to the poem from whence you took "Paradise surrounds me . . . " so I can see the Last line and first line connection. Thanks.
Getting together with old friends is always a special occasion, isn't it?
K
I wanted to step right onto the patio at Circles and enjoy all the details you describe. Great imagery, Judy.
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"paradise surrounds me" ~
Looks like a good restaurant and place to meet up with friends ~
Sounds like one of your perfect moments, Judy. I'm picturing you and Marlene chatting up a storm and remembering the Judy we so loved.
What a lovely place to connect with a dear friend. It sounds enchanting.
I enjoyed your verse, but must confess I misinterpreted your ending:
The word circles made me think of "talking in circles" which has a negative connotation.
Blissful setting for a perfect meeting:)
lovely...!!
I changed the ending a bit so that hopefully it is more understandable. Hope this helps.
this is so pretty and feels all bittersweet and melancholy despite its paradise location. very nice!
", so glad to see you
written in our smiles."
Uniquely stated!! I love how some things don't need words. Beautiful atmosphere you've set here, Judy!!
Lovely Judy! I can picture the scene and feel its warmth.
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