On the horizon, a shining white ship struggled to stay afloat on the ocean in the turbulent storm. The gigantic, colourless ship rocked from side to side like a baby’s cradle as Poseidon’s rage punched it with immense force. With each punch, the ship leaned further into the dark-blue ocean and in an instant, the ship fell hostage to the frosty ocean. As the ruthless waves pounded against the shore, it dropped a massive shell. It seemed like a potato chip with ridges that was glued into waterlogged cloth. It was shaped as a foot with the toes stuck together. The waves splashed against the shell but only the mushy sand around it moved, covering the paleness with chocolate patches. However, the chaotic weather started to change its attitude.
The moody sky that was once a grey, smooth rock had broken up and become clouds again. The thick fog that once covered the atmosphere had cleared up spreading an optimistic feeling around the beach. The rain that once poured from the sky like a thousand hooves became a weary runner, ready to give up. The wind that once blew a rapid chilly breeze altered and become a swift, gentle, temperate wind. The waves that once looked like rolling spirals of a tsunami changed into gentle smooth ones. It seemed as if heaven decided to send an angel and bring out the light.
The beautiful, glowing sun rises slowly over the beach, bringing a gleaming light to the sand and sea. The glittering, golden ray of heat warms up bodies from the cool coast breeze. Its rainbow colours, shades of red, orange and yellow shine vibrantly into the gentle gust of fresh air which blows around freely. The sky is a perfect shade of blue dusted with a few light clouds. The water is crystal clear, turquoise where it's shallow, royal blue in the deep. Sea turtles bask on the hot sand and more graze on the algae which look tangled as a thick gorse bush. Fishermen cast their nets hoping to bring home a delicious catch for dinner. The air is scented by coffee being roasted in the coffee plantations. Palm trees cast their soothing shade on the sunbathers who cover their eyes from the blinding sun. Ahead the calm, peaceful sea stretches out for as far as the naked I can see.
In the far corner of the beach, a small boy was left isolated with a small dog running around beside him. The excited dog was a fusion of energy around the lone wolf who squatted down on the sand, concentrated on molding something. The boy cupped his hands into the sand and carefully dumped some sand onto the mold. The little craftsman then picked up a jug and ran over to the ocean. He went to the edge of the shore where he dipped his jug into the water and hastily ran back to the mold. The boy dragged the jug of water across the flat sand like a businessman would drag his suitcase in an airport. The child then poured his water gradually, patting the mold into shape after each time. As the day passed on, the little engineer finished constructing his gigantic sand castle and ran off to his parents to show them his proud castle.
As the evening came closer, the clouds started to break and the sun glimmered on the water. Families started to gather together and pack their bags. Kids were exhausted and parents worn-out. Some couples decided to stay in their beach chairs and watch the sun sink into the ocean; hoping to catch a glimpse of the famous green flash. As the sun dropped lower and lower into the sea, the sky turned pink and the clouds turned purple. It was as if the world had become an abstract piece of art for a short time. Black seagulls flew in a v-shaped formation through the sun as their shadows lengthened over the sea. The inspirational fire in the sky was almost gone now. It was as if a powerful symphony was quieting down, becoming more emotional and beautiful as it dies down. The sea of darkness emerged from the suns disappearance. Lonely clouds were left in a twilight sky. The heavens were beginning to litter the stars about, for it was their turn to shine.
