Waves Against the Wind

Waves against the wind

We are waves against the wind

And have two ways to reach the shore

By keeping low we hide behind

The crashing waves that lead the blind

But those who dare to rise and fight

And lead the charge in selfless flight

Can bear their chests against the storm

Their silver manes give god-like form

They shout and roar their battle cry

Whilst lifting up their pennants high

Of danger they need take no heed

And live their lives at reckless speed

On reaching shallows stand their height

Before they drop their heads mid-flight

And crash and die and live no more

Amidst those of us who slide ashore.