Solace

Walking on a stretch of beach

With waves kissing my feet,

Trail of my steps I leave

On the sands of time!

Running parallel to the shore line

Those tall, lush green pines,

Their shadows, I leave behind

But I still see mine!

With heavy heads lurking over

The shoal of fish jump back in,

As I look, I sigh

They can’t escape the eagle's eye!

With the sea gulls I want to stay

But they swiftly fly away.

Their feathers are spread wide

And like them I too want to fly high!

With those pointy beaks and loud shrieks

They head back to the nests

To find their loved ones, I wonder

Some stolen, some hatched!

With the setting sun

The tides are high

It's time to leave, I know

But orange is the sky!

Painting a picture in the night

With stars shining bright,

Not a moment I miss

Away from the city lights!

Mesmerizing my soul

Tranquil breeze touches my face

Not a sound I miss

Ah! What a perfect solace!