Promise Me

Promise me
That for as many hours
You spend trying
To keep your head above water,
Surrendering to the austerity of
The breaking waves
And the mystery of
An open ocean,
you inhale sea salt
and exhale anxiety.
Promise me
That for every time
You spend your energy treading water,
You delve into the color cobalt
And see a world better than your own.
Promise me that
You will dive into the waves
Instead of backing away,
Shed your worry
And welcome adventure.