The Mystic Sea
           (For Cara, RIP)
© 1988 by Bob Anderson
From: Serpent Power

You think at 24, you’ve unlocked the door
But there is so much more, you just barely found the shore
Now you must construct a storm worthy boat
And you can call it hope, but you must keep it afloat

    If you should falter, remember this, my friend
    A battle without struggle is a war lost in the end
    And everything of value, is won for a price
    But if you are patient, you will never have to fight

Start out slowly, the current moves real fast
Don’t get lost in the past, you know storms never last
The nights are long, when you’re out on the sea
Don’t get trapped in misery, and in the end you shall be free

    If you should falter, remember this, my friend
    A battle without struggle is a war lost in the end
    And everything of value, is won for a price
    But if you are patient, you will never have to fight

Let my love for you be your best friend
But without it you can win, real strength lies within
Arm yourself with the shield of truth
And the sword of justice too; let your wisdom shine through

    If you should falter, remember this, my friend
    A battle without struggle is a war lost in the end
    And everything of value, is won for a price
    But if you are patient, you will never have to fight