To The Man Fishing on the Beach
A poem about chance, hope, and dreams
As you stand and cast your line toward the waves
Splashes of orange and amber dot the horizon
I stand in awe of your presence
What brings you to the shore?
Each night a battle between man and sea
Waves crashing on the shore
And you stand casting your line
Again and Again and Again
What do you seek to catch?
What is the challenge?
Is it just the thrill of the unknown?
Not knowing what you will tow to the shore.
Perhaps it is a chance to lose yourself
In the game between man and nature.
Pure fascination with the sport
Feet anchored in the sand
And your eyes focused on the horizon.
You are an inspiration
Because you represent hope
Hope is why you return to the shore
Cast your line and wait
I, too, cast my line into the unknown
Night after night I send it out to the horizon
Again and Again and Again
Never knowing what it will return
And I wait, and I watch, and I hope.