Ripple

The water lay still under the stormy skies above. A single ripple appeared as I lifted my toe from the edge of the sand. Soft particles arose from the shallow murk below. A fate unknown. A path already left behind. Twinkling stars cried out in shame. Torment grew nearer as uncertainty set in. Leaves already fallen from naked tress picked themselves up and danced a final show. Glory in the eyes of many. Sadness in the heart of one.