Last night I went out to water the ropes to quell their incessant creaking. 

Did I mention, I live on the sea? 

Immediately, I noticed the stars gathered around the moon.  

I hadn’t seen them nearly so bright in such close proximity, while the rest of the sky was quite hazy.  

But this particular group of stars was transcendently crisp and clear.  

They instantly caught my attention.  

I was deeply intrigued. 

And so, I looked up to greet them, reflecting their vibe in return, lingering for a brief moment, bathed in the balance of light. 

Then as I turned to take my leave, I heard the excited chatter of voices… audibly whispering. 

A cosmic chorus breaking the silence as I retreated inside. 

Was this a glimpse of insanity… or were the stars speaking to me? 

As I dozed off, snug in my berth, their whispers echoed expansively… and I wondered what they were saying.