escape

Ocean vast in size, never ending,
Breezes to caress a troubled brow.
Waves gently washing ashore,
This is where I am escaping to now.

I am sitting in a secluded spot,
Far from the ones laughing in glee.
My space has to be mine alone,
I need nothing more than tranquilty.

In my mind's eye, I am amidst grasses,
Cool breezes lift my hair.
My fingers carelessly sifting the sands,
I can see the seagulls flying everywhere.

I close my eyes, and throw my head back,
Breathe deeply the saltwater in the air.
I allow my mind to drift aimlessly,
Here, or in my mind's eye, I haven't a care.

The events over these past few months,
Were my ticket to the ocean deep.
It is here, once more, I come to escape,
Finding my peace, undisturbed sleep.

Oh, so easily, I let go of all the pain,
And let my spirit and soul soar.
Only the ocean can thoroughly cleanse them,
Till they can return to me once more..

One day I will go back to the ocean,
And all my cares will wash away.
But for now, my mind has escaped,
Allowing me the peace I seek, at least for today...

Debbie Dodson
December 16, 2000