Sands of Time

When I stand on the shore, everything makes sense.
I am forced into the now.
All of my senses are being utilized as nature intended.
I experience comfort.
My fear of death fades away.
The air smells refreshing, salty.
The wet sand under my feet and the wind at my face feels just right.
I can see eternity.
I am temporary and that is ok.
This world is fascinating, captivating, 
Nature provides.
My mind goes blank as I peer into eternity.
My soul no longer aches.
I admire nature’s beauty.
I feel no illness. No worries. No sorrow
For a moment, I let the rest of the world worry about itself, selfishly.
I am home.
As the sun sets, reality checks in.
Time to go.
Time...
Where does it go?
Sometimes I miss the good times.
Well, I have run out of time.
I must go now.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2023

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Campbell Avatar
January 16, 2025 at 8:11 PM
Great concept a nice piece.
Farjana Avatar
December 14, 2024 at 11:49 PM
Such a beautiful poem about nature and life! Sometimes the wind or the sky is enough to make us forget about the rest of the world. The nature is enough to convey our emotions. "As the sun sets, reality checks in. time to go" I felt it!
Gifford Avatar
November 30, 2024 at 9:52 AM
A very heartfelt and touching write,Micheal. Have a wonderful weekend.
Nicholsen Avatar
August 25, 2024 at 6:05 AM
Lovely write beautifully expressed here many blessings
Greenhough Avatar
July 13, 2024 at 8:55 AM
The ocean gives comfort. It will always be there for you to return. I love how you wrote this poem. It's interesting how you come to terms in the first lines, and ends with a gentle resignation. I felt this scene in my heart.
Huch Avatar
July 13, 2024 at 5:56 PM
Thank you for your kind words. I'm trying my best to keep things together right now. I've never felt this lonely.
Empress Avatar
October 13, 2023 at 9:23 PM
“ I am temporary and that is ok.” Powerful line and powerful write! So poignant and soulful how you’ve expressed here in such a seamless manner. “ as the sun sets reality checks in” so true! Well delivered poem really! Pleasure reading this
Huch Avatar
October 14, 2023 at 10:40 PM
Thank you for your kindness and encouragement. Thank you
Kauffman Avatar
October 13, 2023 at 11:24 AM
Very unique and poignant, Michael. Your words flow like the cadence of waves ebbing and flowing onto the shore. Truly this is a journey of your soul. Welcome to PS! Blessings to you!
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