Fain .... Shift

Today’s word is “fain” ... gladly; content; willingly. (Dictionary.com)

Shift

The beach is gone this year,

Because the lake reclaimed

All the sandy distance,

That once had a name.

The gradual decline,

To the water’s edge,

Has been carved straight down,

A severe, unwelcome ledge.

I’d fain go swimming there,

Or walk the sandy shore,

But a climb’s not what I want,

Just a stroll and nothing more.

In some future time,

The beach will reappear,

It’s just nature breathing,

Year to year to year.

Anne Selleck

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