The next morning, I woke to the symphony of seagulls crying and the gentle rustle of the ocean breeze through the open window, carrying the sweet scent of saltwater and morning dew. The sun was just beginning to rise, casting a golden glow over everything it touched, like a master painter's brush strokes.
Soft, warm light spilled into my room, illuminating the driftwood furniture and shells adorning the shelves. I stretched, feeling the crisp linen sheets and the plush comforter, as the ocean's soothing melody lingered in my mind.
I got out of bed, my bare feet sinking into the plush area rug, and padded to the window. The horizon unfolded before me, a breathtaking canvas of blues and golds. Waves gently lapped at the shore, their rhythmic motion mesmerizing.
I breathed in deeply, feeli
