An archipelago of stars looked down at me . I existed for a moment below these galactic candles which were strung against everything . They were so out of reach from us down here . Untouched . Safe .
I wondered where he was . Was he protected like the stars ? Out of reach from this place . Was he strung between sea gems ? Did he sleep on lost treasures ?
Hauling myself up like a defective mannequin , I staggered towards the waves . The surf frothed like white frills from a pretty girl ’ s dress .
I hissed as a wave traced my toes . I looked down . A toenail was missing . A small body of water lingered in the fleshy alcove . I hummed peacefully . I am here . When he was taken from me , I lost my thoughts and everything that made me . My head had been replaced