A Picture of Time

Observe
the children running
towards the water
trailing their long shadows,
the gold crinkled tops of waves,
hesitating, then breaking into foam,
the blessings of last light 
on her face, the sun easing
into a simmering sea, bloated,
slowly devouring itself
to death.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2023

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March 30, 2023 at 4:11 PM
My porch faces the west and sunsets are the evening entertainment. For me it is always bittersweet. The passing of another day yet the thrill of the beauty but always peaceful. i enjoyed reading your thoughts today, Paul. Be well my friend.
Willason Avatar
March 31, 2023 at 5:01 AM
Thanks Daniel. Sounds as you have the perfect position to watch the evening entertainment ...all free. Enjoy. Cheers mate.
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