Heart of the Matter

Quiet ocean rhythms
net the heart of the matter.
Waves rise, recede.

Shorebound miracles
disguised as jellyfish,
shells, and baby turtles
rush to greet my damp feet.

I gaze into turquoise seas,
breathe salt dreams,
sing with the dolphins,
forget my yesterdays.

Pris Campbell
(c)2002

Accepted for publication in Blackmail
Press, Summer 2002 issue.

Artwork:: Photo by Sue Baker Wilson
Music: Against All Odds

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