by Elsie Duggan

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November 8, 2006

Outdoor Fun

June 24, 2008 01:56 AM EDT (Updated: July 27, 2008 11:27 PM EDT)

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The river was our playground

rippling of waves our musical sound

enjoying our selves, such a wonderful thrill

I'd give anything for a moment if time could stand still

How many times did I sit on that dock

Never once looked at the hands on the clock

Waiting for the crab nets to be finally full

And he would come and together we'd

Then we built a fire upon the beach

With a big pot of water boiling just within reach

Dropped in the crabs, until they turned red

laid out newspapers, and we were both fed

But it wasn't just food that fed us those days

It was sheer happiness in so many ways

Just being together was all that it took

And the sly little messages sent with a look

The river is still there, and so are the waves

but time has gone by, thousands of days

My heart is there somewhere on the dock and the beach

And he is still whispering to me , just out of reach

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Comments: 45

Bhawana 'Gather Proud Mom' Jun 24, 2008, 2:00am EDT

Oh My Dear mermaid, you're so so wonderful. The whole story is all about you and about a very gorgeous gal.Stunning YOU, enchanting poem and melodious song...

Adorable...

Thanks Elsie.

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lynn a. Jun 24, 2008, 2:04am EDT

Very nice. I've never tried to catch crabs, but you make it seem like fun. A lot of wonderful memories you have, Elsie. A lot. And I enjoy reading them.

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Karen E. Jun 24, 2008, 2:39am EDT

I love that photo of you Elsie. What good memories.

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Cristina S. Jun 24, 2008, 2:49am EDT

Love your poem Elsie - you have again magnified a great memory and made it a jewel!

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Jill~Sexy Back~ V. Jun 24, 2008, 3:32am EDT

very beautiful Elsie....sounds like you have some wonderful memories

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Kathryn E. Jun 24, 2008, 4:01am EDT

I can just see you sending those sly little messages with a look to your beloved...bill...ah, so gorgeous, Elise...such a lovely poem..

It is Featured in the Triple Name Club.

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Janet Somewhere Up On The Mount Jun 24, 2008, 5:17am EDT

Good Morning Elsie,
Thanks for sharing this this morning.
Great read with my first cup of coffee.
Have a great day.

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Rob Appell Jun 24, 2008, 5:51am EDT

Absence makes the hear grow fonds as his is just out of reach. You know how much you loved him when you were together. Think hos much more you'll love him when you're finally together again...a love that will last through all time. I know you can hardly wait, but wait you must. That love needs more time to build even stronger.

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penni d. Jun 24, 2008, 6:07am EDT

ah....sweet memories, to tide you until the next meeting....

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Deb J. Jun 24, 2008, 8:12am EDT

Oh Elsie, I know you miss your Bill so much!! This poem and photo just about made me cry!! Lovely!!

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Kay M. Jun 24, 2008, 10:01am EDT

Wonderful, sweet memories Elsie.

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Bhawana 'Gather Proud Mom' Jun 24, 2008, 12:05pm EDT

Featured in Zoomit.gather.com

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Kimberly Ripley Jun 24, 2008, 12:28pm EDT

Just eloquent, Elsie! Hey, wouldn't that be a great name for you.....Eloquent Elsie! I think it fits nicely. And I love your poem. It's beautiful and I'm quite partial to anything that conjures images of the beach.

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Sue * Jun 24, 2008, 12:46pm EDT

You were a bathing beauty...and what wonderful memories.

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Nana to Seven Cutiepies Jun 24, 2008, 12:47pm EDT

Love your photo and memories Elsie.

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Heather W. Jun 24, 2008, 1:18pm EDT

That was wonderful

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Angel sent from God Secret Sisters Jun 24, 2008, 2:16pm EDT

Very nice
thanks for sharing

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Marge H. Jun 24, 2008, 4:55pm EDT

So many precious memories you built together. I always love reading your poems and your stories about your past. You didn't always have an easy life but you two sure made it a beautiful life.

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Donald M. Jun 24, 2008, 5:09pm EDT

Life wasnt easy back then was it Elsie, but we did find ways to make the best of what we had. Didnt have to spend a fortune to have a good time. A walk on the beach hand in hand. Sit on a creek bank with a cane pole and worms we had dug. this was wonderful Elsie. I guess you just take me back with you, because I always know exactly what you went through.

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Peter Joseph Swanson Jun 24, 2008, 5:20pm EDT

You are some hot stuff !!!

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Alison Pearce Jun 24, 2008, 7:15pm EDT

Magnificent Elsie!

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Angie O. Jun 24, 2008, 11:40pm EDT

Just wonderful Elsie!

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Donald M. Jun 25, 2008, 12:47pm EDT

Donald said you were a sexy momma. You were a beauty Elsie. Still are. I wish I looked as good at 63 as you do 80. You are still a great looking woman. With a lot of love in your heart.

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Sensational Sadie Sexy Senior Sitizen Jun 26, 2008, 12:28pm EDT

I love this tribute to days past Elsie. I could feel the love in it.

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sheila h. Jun 26, 2008, 6:46pm EDT

he is in your heart,my dear..and living with every memory..
this is splendid,bittersweet ..
lovely..
thank you for your gift of opening your love and life to so many..

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Donald M. Jun 27, 2008, 8:10pm EDT

I was beginning to worry about you. Havent seen you walking around much lately.
Good to see you back on the feed.

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Kathy D. Jun 29, 2008, 12:16am EDT

Get a load of those gams!

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Bhawana 'Gather Proud Mom' Jun 30, 2008, 1:15pm EDT

Special honor from Zoomit

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sharon SugarMomma is a wise woman, Jun 30, 2008, 1:56pm EDT

Sweet memories - and you are such a hottie.

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Kay M. Jun 30, 2008, 1:59pm EDT

I'm stopping by to say congrats!

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Renda B~surviving the storm by dancing in the rain. Jun 30, 2008, 2:00pm EDT

Outstanding, Elsie! I loved the last verse. Your picture is perfect!

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Parul S. Jun 30, 2008, 2:51pm EDT

Dear Elsie,

This is so beautiful and touching and as you take me to those days back in the days, I see so much love that still shines through. Your writing always reminds me of my granny and grandpa...........and every word of yours inspires me to be just like that.

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Gary H. Jun 30, 2008, 3:26pm EDT

Congratulations on your Win

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Lucky Stars Jun 30, 2008, 4:26pm EDT

Oh Elsie! What a heart tugger. I love it. Memories.........
Congrats on your win!

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Jerri H. Jun 30, 2008, 8:00pm EDT

Wow....fantastic Elsie! Congrats on the place of honor~

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Sherrie H. Jun 30, 2008, 8:01pm EDT

This is so touching! I love it! Thanks for sharing and congrats on your Zoomit win!

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Deb J. Jul 1, 2008, 9:09pm EDT

Just dropping back in to say Congratulations on your win Elsie!! You surely deserved it. When it comes from the heart it is truly awesome! Your Friend....Deb

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