NATURE'S BAIT.
Empty coastal bay, seems lost in time
Sand undisturbed, no footprint sign
Of those who've wandered, by the sea
Amongst seashells-seaweed, scattered free
Rolling ocean, stretching wide and blue
Sparkling sunshine, shines as crystals do
Highlighted by sun, upon the water vast
Where visitors stand, eyes ocean caste
Swimmers are rare, as are children who play
Rips in the tide, can make swimmers pay
The price of the ocean, as seafarers know
Alluring trap of beauty, constant waves flow
Waves reach the beach, with a hiss or a roar
Broken by out-rocks, at the edge of the shore
Secluded and private, sheltered from breeze
On a hot summer day, ocean will tease
To swim in such splendour, gentle-sleek
Hiding its dangers, adventurous will seek
To stroll even picnic, sunbathe or paddle
Or on horse back riders, mounted on saddles.
Though everyone who visits, sense temptation
Gentle welcoming ocean, sends open invitation
No lifeguards or flags, warn of danger that waits
Just a single displayed lifebelt, to crush nature's bait
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Posted: Jan 2019
About this poem:
we have a few of the bays on the west coast of NZ......lethal but inviting to the visitor....
Comments (10)
I love the Oceon, whatever the time of year and when the winter months are with us and it seems undisturbed untouched it can a peaceful blessing , at such times I can gather my inner most thoughts and feelings and reflect on life and current situations etc etc
Our west coast beaches are indeed wild, and yet strangely alluring, for its sheer ruggedness.
Yanina