The ocean meets the coast in an awkward confrontation, a frothy, salty handshake that ends with a grimace, eyes red and teary. Two lovers, so unlike yet so destined, embrace in a partnership that will outlast those that inhabit them.
take my hand and help me place one foot in front of the other help me stand and find a space. a footrace, one we'll never win but one that can be done again. and though at the finish line there waits no prize for tying or second place if it's first you want, I'll be your second place.