The beauty that is found

In the days that tire the bones

the mind looks to escape

step back, breathe slow

observe time pass by

Refocus, delve within

break free in the reflection

reopen your heart

let it guide your sight

Hear the rain fall,

drop by drop

feel the sunshine,

flush of warmth 

feel the sand at your feet,

sink them deep

lay still in the gentle embrace,

hug tighter

watch the light rise and fall,

stars sparkle

as the moon illuminates

unwind as the water washes it all away

Give it a moment,

let the tears fall

pick up strength

radiant beauty shines through

-Camille Delaquise

This poem appears in Behind the Facade, Camille’s debut contemporary poetry collection. The beauty that is found speaks to renewal through attentiveness — finding solace, strength and emotional clarity in the restorative presence of the natural world.

This poem is available as a contemporary poetry print on textured recycled card.