waves crash violently into the shore

the sounds of waves roaring entering my ears like the sweetest lullaby

they’re beautiful and frightening

like an untamed animal existing just as it pleases, owing no explanation to anyone

sitting alone on the sand, it’s as though the ocean is the show, and I the audience

listening and staring in awe, I accept it in its entirety

the waves rush towards me and shyly pull back into the depths of the sea

I close my eyes and take advantage of this moment of complete peace and tranquility

the ocean and I are sharing this moment I’m selfishly having all to myself

I’m jealous of how free and careless the waves are, as I whisper a compliment on their beauty

my toes frozen and hands numb, I part ways giving a farewell, thanking it for peace and therapy.

until next time, stay wild and terrifyingly stunning