Oceanside HarborBoats lazily rock back and forthBarely pulling the ropes that connect them to the weathered dock.Seagulls and pelicans perch patiently in line awaiting the fishing boats to come in.They know the importance of patience.The first boat floats in from the sea unaware of the impending force which would be brought upon them.One of the crew members on deck throws over the rope to secure the boat to the deck while another goes to empty the bait tank.The first of the fish spashes, free again in the seaand as if on cue the seabirds take off in a swarm of white and grey speckled feathers.Birds swoop down taking advantage of these optimis
SmileSuch a small gestureMany notice throughout the dayIncredibly small butLikely to change sadness to joyEven if it is not your own.