Gandía is a beach city.
South of Valencia.
Known for its ducal palace.
Which we didn’t visit.
For it wasn’t a day to be indoors.
Lured outside by sand and sea.
A promenade along the beach.
To catch Mediterranean rays.
On faces, hands.
Observe palms along the path.
Note a few bathers traipsing by the water.
Even fewer on the walkway.
Stop briefly for ice cream and coffee.
At an empty heladería.
We opened our senses to January warmth.
To store it for when back home.
When winter winds assault our mood.
Unleash bad weather syndrome.
Lynn Benjamin
January 25, 2024
