Wave

close up photo of a bunch pink lillies by the sidewalk

A pop of colour—
lilies along the sidewalk,
waving to strangers.

Gently

Photo of ocean lapping on the rocks by the shore.

A gentle caress;
cosy cat’s brush of a tail—
ocean laps her rocks.

Public treasure

photo of Rangitoto Island as seen from behind a canopy of tree on Takapuna Beach — Rangitoto Island, Auckland

Hiding in plain sight
treasures we already own,
yet forget: mountains.

Lengthy

Screenshot

Stretching miles along
exotic island coastline;
goodbyes to loved ones.

No silver lining

Photo of wispy clouds against a blue sky, as seen through the window of a plane. The plane’s wing is visible.

Fleeting characters:
passers by in my story—
clouds of all sizes.