We usually think of tides of ebbs and flows, of inevitable, relentless, comings and goings. This thought came to me of a different analogy and I found it calming.
The ocean’s slow breathing
Twice every day
The steady respiration of creation
Slow dancing with the moon
Partnering with the sun
Embracing seen or unseen
In perfect harmony
with heaven’s unheard music
In calm or buffeted by winds
The inspiration of God
An eternity of faith and hope