Echoes of Ladispoli by the Sea

 

In Ladispoli, where dreams unfold,

A tale of joy and memories untold.

Amidst the gentle whispers of the sea,

I found solace in the waves that set me free.

Oh, Ladispoli, where time stood still,

You painted my heart with a tranquil thrill.

For five enchanting months, I called you home,

Beneath your skies of cerulean dome.

The seaside kissed my weary soul,

Embracing me in its watery fold.

Dark sands between my toes,

Like precious secrets, only the ocean knows.

With each sunset, a canvas of hues,

The sky ablaze in pinks and blues.

Alone I'd often stroll along the shore in the twilight,

With laughter and love filling my silent soul with delight.

The ocean's melody, a soothing song,

As seagulls danced and sang along.

The salty air, a sweet caress,

A symphony of bliss, no words could express.

I basked in the warmth of the sun's embrace,

As it painted my skin with a tender grace.

Moments of serenity, a divine retreat,

Where the world's chaos found no deceit.

Ladispoli, you awakened my senses,

With your beauty, a sight that commences.

From the old bridge's proud, steadfast gaze,

To the treasures that washed upon your bays.

Sea shells whispered secrets in the breeze,

Stories of love, whispered by the seas.

And as I watched the waves rise and fall,

My heart grew restless, longing to recall.

For in your embrace, I found my peace,

A respite from life's bustling lease.

The memories weaved in your sandy shores,

Etched forever, like seashells I adore.

Though my time with you has come to an end,

My love for Ladispoli will never descend.

For in my heart, forevermore,

You'll be a haven I'll forever adore.

So, Ladispoli, my cherished retreat,

In your embrace, my soul found complete.

The seaside's embrace, an eternal bond,

Ladispoli, my love for you, beyond.

© Uche Aneke (2023)