I balanced on the edge of the boat, waiting for my fingertips to finally meet the water. I could hear, smell, and even taste the ocean's salty breath, but I wanted to feel it.
"Careful Nadine, or you will fall."
"I always am," I relplied with a slight grimace.
I ignored the loud conversations on the boat and looked out into the blue vastness. It's like the ocean was calling me home. I wanted to be as close I could get.
The ship had stopped moving ages ago. The anchor was keeping the ship still. I lowered myself onto the ledge of the boat and stuck my feet in. This gave me more satisfaction than my fingertips.
I smiled at the warmth of the water. "It's good to be back. How's Mom doing?" The water tumbled around me with no response.
"No answer huh?"
The water then crashed onto the side of the boat. "Mom? I miss you. Please come home."
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