Nature's Force
By Zoe G
Published 22 August 2023
Feed off the sun’s bright rays, full of uplifting energy
Watch, as the ashburnt poppies sway so gracefully
Listen to the howling of the gale-force winds
Smell the perfume of the pollen, as it floats past
Taste the bitterness of the wattle in the air.
Taste the salt in the air, as it emerges from the sea
Smell the fresh air that hits you as you enter
Listen, to the secrets the ocean holds
Feel the tugging of the current
Watch the sea life through the waves.
Taste the dry air, as it punctures your lungs
Feel the red sand sift through your fingers
Watch, as the heat affects the land
Smell the dust as it settles on all in its path
Listen to the silent scuttle of a mouse, returning home.
Watch the stars as they reveal themselves, from the blanket of black
Listen to the faint chirping of the crickets
Feel the cool breeze rush through you
Taste the dampness, as the sun descends
Smell the strong smoke from a nearby fire.