Homecoming over white hills, blue waters

Inhale cool fresh air, exhale slowly to remember the sensation

Warm embraces from family and friends

Wood stove heat warms me to core, comforting blanket

View of the ocean, littered with sea ice waiting to form

Fishing boats resting for long winter ahead

Visits with old friends, laughter over coffee and sweets

Reminiscing, old times and memories of those who have passed

Ten days pass in a swirl of familiar faces and conversations

Exhausted in emotions of happy and sad

Bittersweet departure over white hills, blue waters