Reflection

I was lost
standing beside the ocean
listening to the tumultuous waves
lapping at my feet;
leaving me reflective
to relate
with the bigger picture

surrounded by
air, water. wind,
and a fire in the belly
I was searching
for that Eureka moment

I turned
only to notice
my footprints were consumed
by the receding waves

In that moment I found
a new path
of enlightenment
to be relentless
and make most
of what lies ahead;
like a pearl in an Oyster
polished continuum