The Poetry Marathon

If only just one other hears
the purpose, the dreams, even fears
Innermost thoughts to share they yearn
for light of day, this breath does burn

Longing grows desperate through years
seeks a kindred who then appears
Someone to get us, to discern,
for light of day, this breath does burn

Bonfire so grand
Embers warm my hand
Sea breeze
Soothes sun-parched inland
Restless soul, legs tanned
Waves tease
Lulled, seduced, I stand
At ease

Greetings! I’m a proud mom (to a teen daughter & two rescued dogs), wife, writer, avid reader, beach lover, gardener, Christian, novice photographer, introspective moon child, & all-around creative soul who seeks peace & joy through a simple life. This will be my first poetry marathon (12 hour), although I participated in a few Poem-A-Day monthly challenges & completed a daily photo journal for an entire year.