Along The Shore

 

along the shore
the peacefulness of the waves
caresses the fingers of the sand
while the cool breeze blows gentle
to move your hair from your face
and reveal the thoughtful set to your lips

 

along the shore i watch you
stare distant toward some recollection
or possibly a favorite dream
that has recaptured your attention

 

perhaps it is the difference in our perspectives
perhaps it is the difference in our ages
for where you see today
i can only view yesterday
and a tomorrow that walks ever quicker
to steal my breath into that long night

 

but for now i will stand quiet
and observe as you revel in the moment
at the miracle you have created
with your body and your words

 

along the shore i watch you
as you slowly walk away
until you fade into a shadow
that is etched forever
on my memory of this moment