Sunrise

Photo of the sun rising behind the Skycity tower in Auckland, as seen from the suburbs.

Bright summer mornings,
sunrise on the horizon—
rays of happiness.

Unknown

Photo of a ghost-shaped metal pepper shaker, its arms wide open. It's one of a set—the salt shaker that would slot into the arms is missing.

Longing for a home
like a doll in an op shop;
embrace the unknown.

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.