A wave hits me in the face.
I can’t keep up with its pace.
It thrashes against the shore.
Making me want so much more.
SALTY FUN
hot sun
WAVES OF BLUE AND GREEN
Water in waves of blue and green.
Nothing can be so clear and clean.
Sunshine beating down on my head.
I have made the soft sand my bed.
Palm trees fan the warm ocean air.
I can feel the breeze in my hair.
A place like this must exist.
A dream like this I can’t resist.
A WALK DOWN THE ROAD
Let’s take a walk down the road.
A road that is bordered on
both sides by flowers.
A cobblestone road
leading down to the water.
Beautiful houses encircle the
lush mountains around us.
Keep following the steps.
All your dreams will soon come true.
WAIT FOR THE NIGHT
Wilting.
Dry.
Strength taken
by the hot sun.
Need moisture.
Need shade.
Wait for the night.
Wait for the moon
to soothe your pain.
Dew in the morning to
to quench your thirst.
Be ready for a new day.
COME PLAY WITH US!
Welcome to the Oasis Hotel
on the coast of Florida.
We have pools, beach, and cabana.
Vibrant sunshine and warm nights.
A favorite retreat for the young and wealthy.
Ignore the dark shadows
that roam the beach at night.
Only one tourist disappears each year.
The remainder of our guests have
vacations to remember forever.
Come and play with us.
THE DEAD GAME
BEAUTY IN ABUNDANCE
Imagine opening your window
and being able to look out at your fantasy.
Blue sky, white-capped mountains,
and colorful flowers.
Everything available in abundance
and with pleasure.
Who’s ready to find this place?
I am.
PARADISE FOUND
If you could go anywhere,
where would that place be?
What would it look like
in your mind?
In my mind, it would look like
this picture.
There would be steps leading
down to the calm, blue waters.
The sun would be shining on
the bright white buildings.
The air would be warm with
insects buzzing.
The sun would be targeting
its hot rays on my back.
Yes, that would be paradise for me.
SUSANNE LEIST 