Lost & Found

2024, captured by royel, Pismo Beach

“in the golden glow of a californian dawn,
where waves whisper secrets to the shore,
i ride the tide at pismo beach,
beneath the sun's embrace, i ponder more.

lost in the currents, i drift through the day,
searching for treasures buried deep within,
the ocean's vastness mirrors my soul,
each wave a reminder of where i’ve been.

the world spins on, yet here i stand,
with feet in the sand, heart open wide,
jesus, my compass, my guiding light,
in the depths of the sea, in the swell of the tide.

found in the silence, a voice calls my name,
echoing softly, a promise profound,
that even in loss, there’s beauty to gain,
in the arms of the savior, true love can be found.

so here’s to the journey, the waves, and the ride,
to the moments we cherish, the paths that we roam,
for in every lost piece, there’s a story to tell,
and in finding our way, we discover our home.”

-mitchell royel

takeaway:
the poem reflects a journey of self-discovery and spiritual connection at pismo beach, emphasizing the beauty found in loss and the guiding light of faith. it illustrates how the ocean's vastness mirrors our inner struggles and triumphs, reminding us that every experience contributes to our personal story and leads us to a deeper understanding of home and belonging.