The river property sale closes today at 10 am
Ode to Sapelo River
your marsh and river
at dawn and dusk
ever-changing palette
of brilliant hues,
whose back we scratched
on novice skis,
whose arm we tickled
casting lines, nets
whose oaks
huddled family gatherings
and
sheltered peaceful togetherness
you picked up
the dinner check:
deviled crab,
steamed shrimp,
fried fish
and lulled us
in a dock hammock
as we listened
for playful dinnertime dolphins
your trees and river breezes
brought cleaner air
to clear
the lungs
the mind
your heart our refuge
from demands
and deadlines
well done, friend!
now you’re ready
to
fully embrace
and care
for a new family
who’ll take
your empty shell
and
breathe new life
into you
you have so much more
to give
and you’re long overdue
for a makeover
and
the laughter of family
flooding your veins
we’ll never forget
the joy you brought us!
so long, old friend!
the memories live on….
Common Threads 
Hi – My name is Mary Rigger and my husband, Don, and I purchased your family's place. We are so honored to be the new stewards of this magical place. It cast a spell on us from the moment we stepped on the property. I would like permission to print your poem and frame it in the house. I also wanted to extend, as I did to your brother and father, an invitation to stop by anytime. Thank you for the beautiful poem. Best wishes – Mary
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