Pleasure Seekers
Crowds scare me
And a crammed beach?
Not for me!
The waves lose their rhythm,
Their crescendo gets mixed up.
Human voices drown their melody.
Then there are the surfers
Who block the spectacular view
Their pleasure can’t match mine.
When beach becomes Times Square
When faces become an ocean
Halcyon horizon vanishes.
The magic of merging into the unknown,
The breezy caress of whirling waves
Passes by unnoticed.
© Balroop Singh
Thanks to Sadje for the inspiration What do you see #273.
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Very good. I enjoy the beach in the morning when I walk my dogs and seldom see a soul, except maybe another dog walker.
Such a blissful experience! The beach is the best in the morning and evening. Thank you for sharing this, Darlene.
Superb poem Balroop! Emotionally I am with you all the way. 🤗.
Miriam
Thank you Miriam for sharing your thoughts and feelings. 🤗
I agree Balroop.
It spoils the pleasure completely!
I am glad you feel the same way.
I do.
I am not a lover of crowds anywhere.
Have a lovely day Balroop.
You too, dear.
Thank you Balroop
With you on not liking crowded beaches, lol. Give me a pool anyday. 🙂 x
I wonder who enjoys being in a crowd! 😀Thanks for sharing your view, Deb.
I’m claustrophic, so I find crowds overwhelming. 🙂
Any place too crowded can take out the pleasure of visiting it. Thanks Balroop for joining in with this heartfelt poem.
Thank you for the inspiration to write about something so different, Sadje. Crowds don’t fascinate me.
Yes, too many people around take the fun out of a relaxing day
So true!
🙏🏼👍🏼🙏🏼
I’m not a fan of crowds either. But any time I look out at the ocean, the rest of the world melts away.
Wow! That is a wonderful way to enjoy nature. Thanks for sharing your lovely thoughts.
I have always enjoyed being at the beach in winter when no one is around! Xo
All nature lovers would love that, Denise. Thank you for saying that. 🤗
Nice poem, Balroop! I’m not a fan of crowded beaches, either, but I do love being at the beach.
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Yes, beach visits are so refreshing and the waves mesmerize me. 😊
I could agree with every word and feelings connected!
Thank you Annette, there are so many similar views!
Well said, Balroop, and I agree with you about crowded beaches or crowds in general.
Thank you for joining the fun, Lauren.
I agree wholeheartedly! Nicely expressed!
Thank you Jan.
Balroop, your poem perfectly captures the tension between nature’s peaceful beauty and the chaos of human presence. The contrast between serenity and crowd noise is striking.
Much love,
David
Thank you for understanding the spirit of this poem, David. Some beaches are so chaotic! I try to visit them on working days. 😊
Don’t like the crowds, Balroop? Me neither. Give me miles of sand, the view of the empty horizon, and the sound of the waves, and I’m in heaven. ❤
Wow! We would make great travel pals! Thank you for sharing your thoughts, Diana.
I agree. Introverts, Balroop. We rejuvenate in the peace of solitude – with a few good friends.
Yes, I’m looking forward to beach weather!
There is spring in-between, dear friend. There’a long wait! 😊
Agree!
Great poem and love the compare of the beach and Time’s Square. I’m with you Baloop~ 💕
Thank you for sharing your thoughts, Cindy. 🤗
Your so very welcome, Balroop! 💕
Wonderful poem Balroop. It’s nice to be alone on the beach.
Thanks Kamal. Yes, a less crowded beach has its own charm.
You are always welcome dear Balroop 😊🙏😊
You describe the beauty of poetry within your first lines ~ “The waves lose their rhythm, Their crescendo gets mixed up. Human voices drown their melody.” The bliss of poetry, yours especially, allows the mind to escape the endless din of crowds and find the beauty of life within with introspection. Wonderful words, Balroop.
I’m looking forward to reading your words.
Many thanks for diving deep into those lines, Randall. It’s nice to see you around. I am glad you like this poem.