A January Walk Round The Harbour

Christine Ramsay on Jan 13, 2011

Tags: beach, boats, Cafes, Eastbourne, lock, Sovereign Harbour, views

After all the snow and rain we actually had a bright day the other day and were able to take a scenic walk.

All photos by author.

Today for the first time in some weeks

The sun did brightly shine,

And so we took a winter walk,

No longer to our home confined.

We came upon the harbour view

Where the water and sailing boats gleamed,

And owners were using these bright few hours

Cleaning paintwork until it beamed.

Cafes lining the harbour’s edge

Were anticipating more profitable times,

When spring would bring the visitors

To spend some hours in warmer climes.

A fishing boat has just returned

With a generous catch to end its day.

And for the men a beer is gratefully drunk

A reward for the early start they’d made.

The lock is almost empty now

But soon with boats it will compete.

In summer it’s a hive of activity

A place for boating friends to meet.

Down on the beach in winter breeze

A child builds a castle from sand,

Gathered together with his boots

Far too cold to use his hands.

Here the tower where my hubby came

To spend a youthful break with chums.

They climbed the top and admired the view

Before being chased by a man with gun. (That’s true)

And so returning home once more

We take a moment to admire the views,

And thank the Lord that our blessings

On this sunny day have been renewed.

Christine Ramsay 13.1.11

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guraynsj on Jan 13, 2011
Goodly!
CHIPMUNK on Jan 13, 2011
great
The Bling on Jan 13, 2011
It\’s good to see the sun again. Great views!
crisdiwata on Jan 13, 2011
Really? Your husband has been chased by a man with gun? I\’m glad he\’s safe. It\’s very refreshing to look at the scenic view even if it\’s just in the pictures. A lovely poem once again.
Nina Mason on Jan 13, 2011
Beautiful images and so discriptive.
mtrguanlao on Jan 13, 2011
You have a lovely place Miss Christine! Nice photos!
Thiliban on Jan 13, 2011
good share. .
AnglaHodge on Jan 13, 2011
Enlighten and brighten my day. I was with the entire time. dodging bullets and all heh…Love this and the photos are stunning vivid colors of light.
Well composed.
Likha on Jan 13, 2011
This is what I haven’t been doing for the longest time. Maybe I should start doing it again.
lapasan on Jan 13, 2011
What a beautiful experience that day outside. nice pictures taken.
Jenny Heart on Jan 13, 2011
Loved it! You are a gifted poet.
webseowriters on Jan 13, 2011
Excellent share
Betty Carew on Jan 13, 2011
A wonderful combination of poetry and pictures. I truly enjoyed this stroll with you and hubby Christine. Great post.
LadyElena on Jan 13, 2011
Beautiful poem. Its nice to see the weather has settled.
Christine, you live in such a beautiful area – you will have to buy yourself a Yacht soon.
pearl2010 on Jan 13, 2011
Nice post as usual and love the photos.
clay hurtubise on Jan 13, 2011
Nice pics, and not a cat in sight!
Thanks,
clay

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CHAN LEE PENG on Jan 13, 2011
Thanks for sharing your great experience there.
krrymarie on Jan 13, 2011
Lovely poem thanks for sharing your walk
Melody SJAL on Jan 13, 2011
Nice words to go with the wonderful shots.
Sourav on Jan 13, 2011
Lovely poem indeed!
deedaG50 on Jan 13, 2011
Hey Christine, you forgot to send us a “wish you were here “card. Beautiful poem, beautiful pictures.
Starpisces on Jan 13, 2011
how nice if I can join in the walk… a nice poem again, Christine.
LoveDoctor on Jan 13, 2011
A lovely poem with beautiful pictures. Sounds like a very nice place to visit.
Freethinking on Jan 13, 2011
Sand castles, water, boats, strolls and sidewalk cafes….does it get any better than that? Your pictures were stunningly beautiful.
J M Lennox on Jan 13, 2011
That’s so lovely to read (& see) – the sun shining for you, and I could feel your enjoyment through your descriptions. I’m glad hubby didn’t get shot….
Val Mills on Jan 13, 2011
So, you’ve taken away our southern sunshine and sent us cooler weather! Lovely poem, beautiful pics.
John Cornor on Jan 13, 2011
Great post. Thanks for sharing it is so lovely.
Atanacio on Jan 13, 2011
Good entry, love the pictures
Ruby Hawk on Jan 13, 2011
I’m glad your weather cleared up enough for an enjoyable walk. We have been frozen in all week. We were able to go out today to start the cars. We were afraid both batteries would have died, but they started okay.Thank goodness the temp will rise over the weekend.
Adrn0919 on Jan 13, 2011
Thank you for sharing the pictures of your beautiful home. Very nice poem.
Yovita Siswati on Jan 13, 2011
what a peaceful and enjoyable walk you have. thanks for sharing.
lonelyplanet on Jan 14, 2011
Very nice post.
Brewed Coffee on Jan 14, 2011
A lovely walk, indeed, and nice pictures you got there Christine. Glad the weather there is so much better. I miss taking long walks myself. Your place is really beautiful. No wonder you are so inspired to write wonderful poems.
Sharif Ishnin on Jan 14, 2011
The highs and lows of a simple walk. It makes my day reading this amusing tale Christine. The pictures are a treat too.
shakugan123 on Jan 14, 2011
I am really your fan.
papaleng on Jan 15, 2011
Very nice place Christine. Wish i could spend a few days, fishing and boat riding.
yes me on Jan 15, 2011
A nice here Christine and set in such tranquil settings as your photos show enjoyed this one. cheers
jimbob1 on Jan 15, 2011
CR…what can I say to add to the wonder of your written and photographic work other than to mention that I voted that I like it…hard to imagine that a few short days ago you were housebound with all your snow!!! Keep up the great work…thanks and take care…
M J katz on Jan 15, 2011
I not only loved your poem but also the great pictures around where you live. I’m SO jealous!!!
gaby7 on Jan 16, 2011
Cool!
richardpeeej on Jan 16, 2011
You are so lucky to live near a harbour and the sea I would love that.. Great poem I like it so much. I wrote a poem about a trawler even though I live in the middle of the country…but anyone can dream can’t they…..

http://authspot.com/poetry/the-trawler-lights/
PR Mace on Jan 16, 2011
Glad you had a nice day for a walk.
mark ramsay on Jan 20, 2011
That’s lovely
S A JOHNSON on Jan 20, 2011
Lovely pictures
T. S. GARP on Jan 26, 2011
That was fantastic!
tonywriter on Jan 28, 2011
it’s feels so good to walk in this type season specially January
Thanks for sharing
wonder on Feb 1, 2011
What lovely descriptions in your poem.
Lady Sunshine on Feb 2, 2011
Enjoyable write. I loved the pictures.
Erin Miller on Mar 5, 2011
Very interesting poem. Scary about the man with the gun though.
Erin Miller on Mar 5, 2011
Great poetry! Scary with the man with the gun though.

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