Footprints

My feet create impressions on the sand
They will not last but for a moment
Their mistakes and faults washed away
I raise my eyes to look upon the clear blue sky
And lower them to gaze at the glassy waves crashing
The last of their force gently tickling my toes
There is a lull in the sets
The ocean saying its ready for me
With a deep breath I enter into the familiar waters
I paddle out enjoying the view of an empty beach at dawn
I catch sight of my ride to shore
With the wave rising under my board I spring to my feet
This is what I live for
This is what I love
This is my life
Letting the ocean wash away my troubles
If only like my footprints
All my mistakes and faults could be washed away