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Priceless
Filed under: Nature, Perspectives | Tags: countryside, nature, Reflections, sea, walking in the country
Leave a comment My walk today was priceless, my senses fed in full
Blue sky, dusted in white clouds, the sea a clear green hue
I strolled on grass green carpets that led to rocky shore
Saw colours in the landscape that eluded me before
The blossom smelled so sweetly when caught by gentle breeze
It scattered like confetti on the path and round the trees
Prickly yellow gorse was in full bloom on craggy hills
And peaking from behind a rock were golden daffodils
The cackled cry of gulls ahead of me on cliff and wing
And on the beach a colony of seals began to sing
In grunts and barks and snorts, they called and shouted, squealed and wailed
While lounging in clear water and basking on warm shale
A grey head broke the surface and bobbed above the waves
It dived and glided into surf towards the cliffs’ dark caves
I sat alone upon the hill and out to sea I gazed
In awe of my surroundings captivated and amazed
My heart was filled with gratitude I’d found a treasure trove
Of nature’s true magnificence along that rocky cove
© Jacky Leonard 2020
Author’s notes
I’m lucky to have access to stunning scenery and beautiful walks. This is about one such place and was penned following a walk on the Little Orme with my dog Tess.
Messy business!
An early morning stroll with natures beauty all around
My progress interrupted by dog mess on the ground
They’re man’s best friend; I love them; they’re not the ones to blame
It’s their irresponsible owners who should hang their heads in shame
So please consider others, don’t commit that mortal sin
Of leaving dog’s poo on the path; just put it in the bin!
© Jacky Leonard 2012
Author’s notes
Written in response to my neighbours rant about those dog owners who have a disgusting habit of ‘forgetting’ their responsibility to pick up after their animals.
