The ocean is beautiful
filled with natural treasures
a grainy material embedded in an oyster
fills the treasure chest ledger
A wonderful pearl is formed
within the oyster's body
perfect in form
never shoddy
The pearl is a hard stone
used in necklaces and rings
cultured and polished
a beautiful site to be seen
The pearl has meaning
innocence and purity
often used in weddings
vows given with sincerity
Such a simple thing
from a sea creature
nourishment for the soul
another one of life's features
copyright 2017 Debbie Pierce