Mermaid

Was that you in the river?
Was that you that I saw?
A mirage to a thirsty tongue-
Adorned with beauty
And crowned with a crescendo of waves.
Your message simple:
We the sea have many creatures
Many fossils and mysteries
Invisible to the naked eye.
Dig and you will find
Remnants of our history,
Lost worlds.
I name you our protector.
So stay strong in times of adversity.
Our wish is a kiss.

By Raymond Enisuoh