Beyond

 Beyond

The waves pulled the girl out to sea.

Its powerful hands enveloping her like a mother would a child.

Powdery sand swirling underfoot.

Salt spun air fills her nose.

So tiny amongst the endless expanse of turquoise and cobalt.

Alien in her own world.

Should she even return?

To their cruel comments

And hearts of malice.

Or remain with the creatures of deep.

With their jellied heads,

Frilled gills and puffed spikes.

Her father’s harsh voice shatters the reverie.

What will it be?

Fear is never knowing what lurks below,

Regret is never venturing beyond the reef,

But freedom is losing sight of the horizon.

Choose wisely.

XOXO, Michaela