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A vivid picture of a vibrant underwater ecosystem, blending sensory details of emerald eelgrass, filtering tides, and sunlit glass with the sudden, dynamic movement of life on the seafloor. 

Fluted Jewel

Beneath the rippled, sunlit glass,
I rest among the eelgrass blades,
A shadowed world where currents pass
Through quiet, emerald-tinted glades.

A gentle pulse draws in the tide,
Through open folds, the feast is spun;
I sift the sea where currents glide,
And take the bounty of the sun.

A sudden rush—a snapping spark—
I lift and dance upon the floor,
And vanish swiftly in the dark
To settle on the sandy shore.

Here, safe within my textured walls,
Away from cruising shadow’s eye,
Where peace defines the quiet halls,
The rushing world may wander by.

Adorned in ribbed and fluted grace,
Where painted bands of pink align
With lavender across my face,
The ocean's quiet masterpiece—
A living scallop...resting.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2026

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Smith  Avatar
July 26, 2026 at 6:39 AM
Well expressed imager. I almost felt like I was right there.
Haywood Avatar
July 26, 2026 at 7:18 AM
Thank you Alison. I like it when someone tells me they almost become a part of the scene I create. It means I've done what I wanted to do. - Chris
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