Originally published in the typeset edition of Volume 8: Model. View original PDF.

Excursion

Nocturne

Lachlan Brown

Nocturne

Tonight will be ok though. Just stare out at the sea as deep as a Bösendorfer, whilst frequent flyer points sparkle overhead. Trawlers wink obsenities, shorebreakers kick and hiss, and words wear smooth with the ocean’s constant rubbing. This sky can arch over hill and coastline, chic like the new black. And somewhere fashionistas are sending inspiration down shiny mental runways. Remember breathing, the salt spray of the creator, and each new footprint breaking faith with the sand.

Lachlan Brown