An ode to the beach

With each step, the earth sees my bare feet

As I walk towards the ocean, heartbeats meet

The sun, an artist, paints the sky with delight

Brushing hues of gold, pink, and blue, a splendid sight

The salty breeze whispers secrets in my ear

Caressing my skin, getting rid of any fear

The symphony of seagulls, their cries fill the air

Echoing through the waves, a chorus of nature's flair

Seashells scattered, treasures from the deep

Witnesses of countless tales, buried secrets to keep

I pick them up and admire their design

Marvelling at the wonders nature intertwines

Here, time seems to freeze, a momentary delight

Where troubles dissolve and sorrows take flight

The worries of the world wash away

With the ebb and flow of the tide's ballet

The laughter of children, building castles in the sand

The dance of kites, soaring high, so grand

Families frolic, bonds strengthened by the sea

Creating memories, forging connections, forever to be