One scorching June,

During the longest afternoon,

By a beach,

Out of this world’s reach,

Basking in the golden sun,

Looking toward the horizon,

I had a strange thought,

A lesson untaught:

‘Life isn’t some useless material thing,

We’re truly alive when we begin

To feel others’ pain

Without seeking personal gain;

Ready to lend a hand to every weary soul

Trying to remain whole-

For it’s about love and warmth,

Together weathering any storm.’