Sitting on the shore

Slathering oils and creams for protection

As the sun has it’s way with us, all the while

Chattering, reminiscing, and laughing

Seagulls compete with pelicans

For the catch of the day while

Foaming breakers wash the sand

With salty seaweed 

As the curling arches recede they

Beckon us to follow them into the deep

We frolic along the shore and through

Lapping waves all the while

Chattering, reminiscing, and laughing

The cool of the water soothes the

Warmth of our skin, and when the sun paints the day 

Golden and kisses us goodbye 

We reluctantly gather our bundles

We trudge over the once sun scorched sand to the 

Metered parking lot planning our next beach day, 

Shaking the dust from our feet we head home

Chattering, reminiscing, and laughing