The Journey Inward

Sun~
stronger
than at home,
stinging my skin ~
so pale from winter's
layers, that kept out the
cold.  The air around me, as
if sizzling with hot energy,
closes in and makes it hard to breathe.
But then the breeze off the water cools me.

Miami, alive with spicy flavor,
sensuous scents and vivid colors,
has invited me to stay a
bit and take in her beauty,
so different than back home
with Latin music,
crystal oceans
peaceful bays,
and the
Sun.

Photo:  Miami, 4.5.24 by LA