I am the Sea

I step out of my truck and smell the salty sea air

I feel the sun’s powerful rays warming my skin as I’m caressed by the light ocean breeze

My feet sink into the soft sand as I walk toward the water

I am met by the sun glistening off the water like a sea of floating sapphires

My first step into the cool water is shocking, but exhilarating

The gentle roar of the ocean murmurs in my ear as I walk along the shore

Golden flecks in the sand sparkle in the sunlight

The sun’s rays paint a pattern on the sand, broken up by the ripples on the water

I allow the healing power of the water to wash over and renew me

I am one with nature as I walk gently through the shallow water

Careful to avoid stepping on sand dollars, starfish and stingrays

I am a guest in their home

When I finish my walk I sit on the sand and watch the waves move slowly toward the shore

I sit in silence and allow myself to see, feel, and listen

In this place all is at peace