Rain and wind and waves unite
The hour is lonely, sleep presides
Conspiring in the open ocean
Stars fade into oblivion

A battle that my crew must fight
Sailors’ wisdom is to last the night
Anchored firmly, I provide
Ground upon which to survive

Gales lash from every side
The rising sea lifts us high
Crashing down upon the water
We find our footing, bracing for another

Weary sailors, soaking decks
The onslaught does not abate
Hardened by our many crossings
Patiently, we wait for the storm’s passing

Dreams of harbours safe and sound
Mending our wounds in due time
With calm seas all around
Eager to journey with my crew
Voyages to lands anew.