Squawks of the gulls punctuate the crash, boom, and fizzle of the waves as the water rushes over the sand,
Leaving a clear divide between the touched and untouched, the smoothed and jagged with every push and pull.
The soft breeze sprinkles spray across my skin as the coolness of the ocean rolls over my bare feet, a refreshing reprieve from the summer heat.
Salt stings and bites at my tongue, a briny taste lingers on my lips, but it is one that I welcome.
A deep breath and an inhale of air laced with nostalgia, notes of sweet beach roses and warm cedarwood, remind me that I am home.
About the Creator
Alyssa Musso
A scientist by trade, but a creative at heart. One novel in progress with too many other ideas taking up space in my head. Some of those ideas end up here.
Instagram: @alyssa.n.mussowrites
My website! https://www.alyssamusso.com/
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such a great talent