Renewal (poem) by Anniemoh Ohio on AuthorsDen

Renewal
by Anniemoh Ohio → (All Poetry by Anniemoh Ohio)
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Although I was born and raised in New York, I now find myself living amongst the miles of fields that makeup smalltown Ohio. One of the things I miss the most is the beach. Some of my most invigorating, yet relaxing reflection times have occurred at the beach.
Wearily I lay, eyes closed, arms behind my head Clothed in gauze, the gentle stroke of a mild breeze Dances across my body caressing my bronzed skin Deeply I breathe, inhaling the salty air As it enters my being seeking to cleans my soul Behind me, the crackle of dried brush rustling in the wind Before me, the thunderous roar of the sea crashing ashore The wail above of seagulls seeking their feast Below the sand cushions me, framing me as if protecting me I am miles away from the walls of concrete towers The blaring of horns and the fast-paced hustle and bustle Far from the crowded streets where people push and shove No longer am I pressured, stressed or overwhelmed For now a blanket of peacefulness wraps me in her sanctity The beauty of nature sings to me her comforting psalm At this moment I can truly focus on what really matters The life that I live, the love that I share, and the beauty Of a moment that cannot be created by thoughts alone

Reviewed by Ed Matlack

Reviewed on April 22, 2005

Born and raised on the beaches of southern NJ was I, I find this write to put me there again, even though I live but 30 miles away from my boyhood home of Sea Isle...Ed

Reviewed by Danielle Mundy

Reviewed on October 4, 2004

I could almost hear the ocean and those psychotic birds wailing overhead in this one, Anne. Almost lulled me to sleep (not a good thing since I SHOULD be doing homework ;-) ) I feel an odd sense of peace after reading this, though. I wish that's where I was right now.

Reviewed by Regis Auffray

Reviewed on September 26, 2004

Enthralling verses that lull me to peaceful thoughts. Thank you, Anne. Love and peace to you. Regis

Reviewed by Jeff Mason

Reviewed on September 25, 2004

i've heard of such peace. :) very endearing write. -- Jeff

Reviewed by Amira van Kerk (Reader)

I envy you for your peaceful life.
Beautifully written.

Reviewed by Phillip William Allen

Move over please, while I grab me a lounge. I could feel the breezes and smell the ocean with this write

Reviewed by Kate Clifford (Reader)

Ohio is a wonderful state to be in. I have many wonderful friends there. It is peaceful isn't it? Still I would like to experience New York at least once.

Reviewed by Sandie May Joyce (Sandie Angel)

Wonderful relaxing write.

Sandie May Angel

Reviewed by John Bidwell

Very well done, very well lived.
John

Reviewed by Chanti Niven

Aaaaaaaaahhhhhh
I literally sighed as the soft strokes of your masterful pen created a sensual experience. You transported me in a moment with your vivid descriptions. I live in a peaceful environment and while I sit here writing this review hear the sounds I have become so accustomed to, sounds that often disappear into the background. I listen now with a new ear.
Thank you
Chanti

Reviewed by Lori Moore

"The life that I live, the love that I share, and the beauty
Of a moment that cannot be created by thoughts alone" A beautiful ending to a very nice work! Enjoyed.