Sabbatical Senses

I woke to salty air licking my skin,

waves echoing in the distance,

birds clearing space over trees,

the sun playing peek-a-boo

through the window panels

lovingly enticing me to rise

and explore.

A deep breath…

a gentle exhale

remaining and reminding

there is no need

for thoughts today.

I’ve vacated from my life

just for a little while….