California Boy

I smell the ocean in your breath,

when you whisper on my ear,

a secret only you and I will share.

Your light blue blooms wink back at me,

against sun kissed, rolling crests,

that wave and dance in never ending pairs.

Those strong, broad palms spread over me,

A child in your soothing shade

That warm and cool in perfect, balanced care.

I too have brought a gift for you,

a fresh canvas washed in white

to pour on all the colours of your dreams

And on this virgin stretch of sand

I will listen for your song

And wander where the wonder’s meant to lead