[Ciona]

Originally Posted by Ariaecheflame

- in admiration of my surfer friend -

Understated madness in
The undertow of your life.
Yet... You took it
All in your stride.

You quietly whispered to me
About the understated madness
Drifting below in the undertow.

You assured me that you
Were an avid surfer who
Knew the rips and the tides.

You knew each cyclone before
It arrived - because you would simply
Stand back and
Watch the seas and skies.

You took your board and rode through
Each and every moment in good faith...

Even as
Perfect waves and perfect
Storms
Churned inside you.

Two faces which belonged
To the same name...
You boldly made your claim to
Your blinding ecstasy and excruciating pain.

You were
Mirrored by the sea...
Each wave was the perfect
Ride - out in an ocean with
Nothing to hide.
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Stunning.


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