Early West Beach Walk

by Lauraine Alberetti Lombara

An early morning walk

Length of beach to the rock

A mile round trip on a late spring day

Nary a soul along the way

Winters' storms I remember

Cruel, harsh March back to December

The sandy pebbles hit my feet

Salty spray such a treat

Loose the heavy inside gloom

Taste the air, escape dark rooms

Reaching home, I am warmed by sun

Summer's nigh, full of outdoor fun.