SAIL BOATS

I close my eyes and I feel the breeze on my face. I inhale the air around me and with my eyes still closed,I know where I am. I had been transported to another place. In my hands I feel the roughness of a rope, tugging rhythmically, confirming my location. 

I know what is in store for me as I open my eyes. Stepping into the sail boat, I understand that a new journey begins but not for me alone. Glancing around, numerous boats were afloat. I see some familiar faces etched with concern like mine. They too are wondering what lies ahead. I look further beyond and see more faces ~ new ones with warm smiles, ~ they know what their intentions are. I admire them, I envy them for they know their destiny.

The whistle blew and it meant that the time had come. We went on board the sail boat and started the journey. Winds blew in gusts and filled the sails, making our boats soar ahead. Some were moving faster than the rest. We were all going towards the same direction. Were we in a race? No one looks anxious or in a hurry. No words were spoken as our sail boats rocked forward with the waves. 

Out in the open sea, the boats sailed apart. Although we were all still sailing in the same direction, the distance between us has widened. Dark clouds appeared and rain started to fall. Our boats were tossed roughly and eventually we were just specks of little dots spread out in the ocean. Each boat sailing its own course and as I turned to look for you, all I saw were unknown faces. My one consolation was that unknown will now bring me new confidence.