Writing is Like the Ocean

Writing is when you’re on land

mesmerized by the repetition

of the waves building up

higher and higher

then crashing down

onto shore

Writing is when you’re at the edge

curious as to what's out there

but scared of drifting too far

out into the endless beryl colored sea

however, curiosity is stronger

than fear

Writing is when your head’s above water

adjusting to the temperature

watching minnows swimming freely

like thoughts in the mind

but scurrying away when beings

come near

Writing is when you’re underwater

everything becomes ugly

saltwater stings the eyes

seaweed wraps around the ankles

hands reaching towards the surface

for air

Writing is more than crystal blue water

its taking the risk of drowning

to explore the darkest parts of the ocean

just to catch a glimpse

of the sublime sea creatures

hiding underneath

Author's Note

For my creative writing class