My mind is slowing from coming and going

As far away as I can see it’s just the ocean laughing gulls and me

A deep sense of calm followed as well

As I unpacked a blanket a book and a bell

This ritual of drumming singing and dance

Soon I felt the music in my body I’ve entered a trance

Swaying and moving my body is free

And here on the beach I can totally be me

I’m flawed I’m damaged and worn from the years

Of fighting depression anger and fears

But here I release it my emotions and me

I wipe away tears and gaze at the sea

I’m alive because of an empty beach

And all the wisdom it does teach

Now I’m done drumming and ringing my bell

I gather my things and breath the ocean air to remember it’s smell

I turn my back to the water and bid farewell

My empty beach as the sun fell

Full of emotions and a smile on my face

Alone at the ocean my special place