Spring is just a few days away, and nature is slowly preparing for the new season. The air is filled with the fresh scent of life, a fragrance that caresses the soul. Today was truly beautiful! The vast, blue sky stretched endlessly, flawless and pure, without a single cloud in sight—like a masterpiece painted by hand and displayed for all to see. The sun, a white disk in the heart of the sky, sparkled like a diamond. Its gentle warmth embraced both skin and spirit, while its golden light reflecting off the surface of the sea captivated the eyes.

The sea lay astonishingly calm, as though it, too, had fallen into a deep slumber, awaiting the rebirth of nature. Tiny, delicate waves gently lapped at the shore, only to retreat with a tender touch—like an endless dance with the earth. The soft sound of this embrace was akin to a mother’s lullaby, a serene melody that enveloped everything in peaceful silence.

The water was so clear that it felt as though you could journey into its depths. Pebbles and small shells glistened on the sea bed, illuminated by the sunlight like hidden jewels. Not a breath of wind stirred; the trees along the shore stood motionless, as if they were savouring the silence, unwilling to disturb the tranquillity. It seemed even the wind had decided to rest, joining the quietude of nature.

In the distance, the cheerful calls of birds echoed across the sky, heralding the arrival of spring. Every now and then, a cool, gentle breeze would drift from the sea, carrying with it the fresh, salty scent of the ocean. This soft breeze and the sea seemed to embrace one another, creating a harmonious symphony—where every sound was soothing, filling the serene silence of the beach.

Time itself seemed to pause in these precious moments. There was no rush; only nature and the sea, entwined in a slow, unhurried dance. Everything in sight was immersed in peace and simplicity. Spring was near, and with each passing moment, the sense of renewal and transformation grew stronger.

August 26, 2024, Coogee Beach, Eastern Sydney.