THE CRUEL SEA

 

In the sunlight it flatters to deceive

But don’t be fooled by its calm exterior

For beneath the welcoming surface

You will succumb to its true nature

 

Its lures you into a false sense of security

Its intent is to drag you to its depths

Sap your strength, every ounce of energy

And squeeze from your body every breath

 

She will let you surface for a breath

Then drag you down again out of reach

Then when she has toyed with you enough

She dumps you lifeless on the beach