Dugongs
By Alana F
Published 23 September 2022
The cows of the sea
Quietly grazing.
Peaceful.
Wanting,
Needing,
Dreaming,
Of salvation.
Of a world where they are safe.
Seagrass swaying,
Water blue,
Sand frolicking,
This tranquil freedom.
Taken away
In the blink of an eye.
Cheated.
Lost.
Alone.