Psalm-Sonnet 3: Let Me Count the Waves

If you made it easy, I'd float away
On my back, on your waves, on this ocean.

Or I'd ride the wind to a sunlit bay
Like a seagull soaring in slow motion.

I would leave behind every earthly care

To commune with you on a peaceful isle.

I would walk with you if you met me there;

I'd live on water, sunshine, and your smile.

And at night, underneath starlight, I'd rest

In the wonder of knowing all is well.

But no matter where, I know I'd be blessed,

For you've made it clear there'll be no farewell.

How do You love me? Let me count the waves.

I'm yours, though I'm one of a million Daves.

© 2022 David Acosta