Then and Now: Island Life Day and Night

I wake to the rays of warmth cracking through the open shutters illuminating my face, exploring the emptiness of my home as everyone is enjoying the serenity the island offers, laying and getting coloured underneath the light of the world. Strolling down the silent path surrounded by the endless woodland, the scent of fresh buttery goodness spreads across the streets of the island attracting everyone and placing them in a state of trance. I continue to walk to the end of the path where it meets the vast plain of aquatic tranquillity, the blinding light of the sun glistens of the surface which hypnotises you into just jumping in. All pain is relieved and you are left alone with a stress free feeling. The fresh scent homemade barbecue contaminates the air of the town attracting all to a feast of the ages. A day like this is rewarded with a time to sit and meditate on your thoughts as you witness the sky burn a fiery orange as the sun fades over the aquatic horizon also leaving a trailed reflection on the water’s face. A true sight to behold every day.

The sky turns from its fiery orange to a deep blue to match the sea. Lights burn in the sky clearly visible illuminating the night sky. Crowds gather along the water’s edge to enjoy the endless festivities every night. Comrades reunite and new ones are formed as they rejoice over freshly caught and cooked sea foods and the sweets of beers. Music fill the streets only to be drowned out by the laughter and sing alongs. As for us younglings, we immerse our selves in the warm feeling from night swimming and show our enthusiasm in the form of competitiveness over are fair game of pool. We bid farewell to the night by retreating to our home where we say goodnight to our neighbours and lay, sleep and wait for the next day as we get to enjoy it all all over again.