The Sauna
A tidal wave of hot air
washes over me
goosebumps rise
where-ever it touches the skin
I lie on my back
feet propped up against the wall
Toes curl
from the pleasurable pain
I hold my breath
and then it's gone
vanished
a tingling memory
The soft, humid air
envelopes me
in its gentle caress
I sigh
every cell in my body
relaxes
softens
melts
Quiet music
empties my mind
It's just me
and this
this perfect moment
this tiny piece
of heaven on earth
