Last weekend, I went to sliding rock by myself before playing some tennis with my Samoan teacher friends. It was great to be in such a beautiful place at a time in my life where I'm reflecting on my decision to live another year on this island. Of course I have doubts that I'm making the right decision but then I look out into the Pacific Ocean and think, "I live here. I really, really live here. And I kinda like it. A lot. How could I not?" Below is a poem I wrote that day sitting on the rocks.
Storms are brewing out at sea,
Sun is shining on the shore.
Waves rise and fall to the sound of delight.
A soul can be transported to a life of sorrow and pain.
The rocks are hard and hot like a blazing desert.
Does peace exist?
Sand between your toes.
A ocean breeze that hits your face.
The wind blows through the palm trees.
A life can be lifted into serenity.
Life is grand.
Life is the world around you.
Oh right, and of course I'm staying because of the kids as well. These are a couple of my favorites. They always keep me smiling.
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