#ballons
I went to the ocean today
It was warm and muggy, I longed for the spray
We drove the short distance to park
Then took our time to look for the shark
With a towel, surf board and shades
It does not take much to make the most of the place
I picked up a straw on the way to the shore
I thought of the moments of pleasure it gave just before
So many at the beach this time of year
So many enjoy plastic cups filled with cheer
My feet hit the sand, it’s warmth filled my soul
The sound of the gulls filled my head as they soared
Pink beach towel spread out, I positioned myself
Watched as children laughed and played for their health
When my skin became hot I decided to go
Into the surf crashing to and fro
First steps are tentative, the braver I become
As the warm ocean laps around my tum
Seaweed strands wrap round my legs with
Burst ballon strings and single use bags
Bird feathers are scattered and head for the sea shore
I dive beneath waves through bubbles am born once more
As people we live the way we want
We must incorporate our waste in agreement
Otherwise we have no luxuries you see
No straws to make our fizzy drinks quite so fizzy
No lids to hold our mommas milky coffee
No plastic bags to carry our goods from the shop so cocky
So embrace the ocean and all that lies within
But do it now before it’s turned into one mega bin
Jan 4, 2018
Jan 4, 2018 at 4:09 AM UTC