97. Tanning at the Beach

Gap-fill exercise

Joyce was a young woman with a love the sun. She arrived at the beach early morning, when the sand was still cool under feet. She found a spot not too far the playful waves, and spread her brightly colored towel. She applied sunscreen carefully, and put on sunglasses, ready for a day of relaxation.

As sun climbed higher, the beach slowly filled with . The sound of laughter, the smell of sunscreen, the sight of colorful umbrellas dotted along the . Joyce lay back, feeling the sun's warmth, a lullaby coaxing her into a light doze. She up to the sound of the waves. Checking skin, she smiled, noticing a gentle, golden tan to form. She decided it was time for cool dip in the ocean.

The water was . As she floated, looking back at the shore, felt a deep sense of contentment. The beach, its sun, sand, and soothing waves, was her haven, a place where she could simply enjoy under the summer sky.