Happy Place

• Elise Koomen, Grade 5
• Short Story
• 2016

As I gawk at the transparent glittering sea,
My eyes are diamond sparkles.
The graceful ocean breeze,
And the elegant sea creatures dance, in the glowing light of the sunset background.
Little starfish wash up to the shore, with the tide so calm.
Tiny fish gather as a school,
Who tickle my feet,
Like the sand in the rushing water,
Seals sing and do tricks,
Dolphins leap and dance,
Turtles relax,
And whales put on a show with spouts.
The beach, my favourite place to be.
Here I can reach out,
And see the world.