(For William)

 Today, I thought of you.

Today, I smiled because you are my friend.

Today, I see the ocean coast flowers differently and appreciate them more.

Today, the ocean spoke to me softly but with firm sincerity.

Today, the ocean breeze surrounded me with its hug and reassurance for life.

Today, I look at how timeless crashing waves have been tough on the rocks, they still stand with their own beauty and timeless strength.

Today, I realized my friend is more like the ocean than I ever realized.

My friend is

Full of the colors of life

Strong and beautiful like the flowers against the salty air

Absolute yet soft spoken

Meaningful and joyful

Resilient, strong, creative, amazing and relentless against time

Today and always, I wish my friend an ocean of happiness and love.

By: Stacy Bell-Singh