My heart has braved the seas, alone
For many years removed
I have survived well, on my own
And yet, that time has proved
My life can be a wayward ship
Upon an unknown course
Often far from my chosen trip
Thanks to the tidal force.

Despite the wind, the rain, and waves
My ship of life is led
By each memory my course engraves
Into my weary head
I know the seas can toss and turn
Sometimes, their power drowns
But, with each wave, I feel I learn
To take the ups and downs.

My heart has tempted the high seas
For years, as I remember
With no one but myself to please
Love was a passing ember
The seas, once filled with gloom and grief
Have smoothed, across each mile;
You’ve brought my life’s high seas relief
By offering your smile.

© 2007 – Jill Eisnaugle’s Poetry Collection