MOONLIGHT ON THE BAY

The sun was setting in the west

As we walked along the beach.

The waters were at evening rest

Your hand within my reach.

The moon was full and partly hid

Behind a scudding, mackerel cloud.

As feet beneath the surf foam slid

And two hearts new love gladly vowed.

Time passed in a silent rush

As we rested upon the sand

Til the moon’s light took eve’s blush

While closeness our passion fanned.

We shall return again I’ve planned

With a blanket to restrain the sand.