An Ancient Mosaic
Drifting from place to place
Picking sand and seashells up as I go
Leaving behind a trail
Eventually I become a mosaic of seashore treasures
Dazzling in the sunlight
Sticking to whatever I can find
Traveling from coast to coast
Watching crowds come and go
Overseeing the mischief of curious kids
A witness to the ocean’s secrets
As I float amongst fish and whales
And find communities of my kind
People like to prod and poke
Speculating what I am
Just another unidentified wonder
Kaelyn Kwon is a high school student attending an international school in Seoul, South Korea. Outside of her passion for writing poetry, Kaelyn enjoys playing the violin and engaging in debate, which foster her love of expression and analytical thinking. Her poetry often delves into themes of identity and memory, reflecting her unique perspective and voice.