The Ocean

I love the ocean. I love the way it looks, sounds, smells, and feels. Today I decided that no matter where I end up in life, I will make a point to regularly visit the ocean. Preferably in California. 

Today I went to Crystal Cove State Park for the first time and it was a great experience. There are tide pools to explore and since it's a state park (or maybe since it was a Sunday) it was fairly empty. It was different from other beaches where the point is to soak up the sun, surf, swim, play volleyball, etc. Instead you were there to enjoy nature. 

I had two thoughts while there. The first was how good the ocean is for my soul. There's just something about it that is so calm and lulling. It lets me slow down, sit back, and just take it all in. I'm able to think and reflect.

 The second though I had was of God's great power and how incredible His creations are. In looking out at the ocean I was amazed by the fact that I couldn't see an end, and that I was only seeing a small part of it. I can't even comprehend the vastness of the ocean let alone the whole world, the universe, and all other worlds. 

The ocean, in all it's majesty...

 and beauty...

reminds me of both God's power and His love for us in creating such beautiful things for our enjoyment. And that is why I need to regularly visit the ocean. Because it cleanses my soul and brings me closer to my Heavenly Father.