Staying Young

before the umbrellas
enter the sand, you
are in your seat
waiting on the sun
and your surroundings
to notice you;

before the tide
begins to recede,
the salty air invades
your senses
leaving you
emotionally bankrupt;

before the sun
returns to the other side,
you have
claimed the emptiness
that keeps you
afloat and draws
the attention
of other males.

7Aug13