Only the Wind

Have you heard about the dangers?
They love to hide in the shadows of night.
So stay indoors away from such things,
And unlike her, you'll be alright.

This tale is one of a sailor's daughter,
Brought up in a cabin by the sea.
It all began with a simple sound
The wind, she thought, is what it must be.

Yet her warm bed
Offered no respite
Until she could discern
What was out in the night.

She crept from her room,
Not sure what was in store.
What simple noise
Could hold such allure?

The front door opened,
Albeit with a creak,
And as she looked out,
She did not dare speak.

The night seemed peaceful
Outside their small home.
There was nothing but sky
And the salty ocean's foam.

But then, out of nowhere,
The girl heard a voice.
So sweet was its sound,
That she had no choice.

"Come here girl,
I have a story to tell.
Of time and emotion,
And other topics as well."

The girl, she felt strange,
And also impatience,
To hear the tale
Of her new acquaintance.

The wind started to blow,
And she ran to meet.
Until there was nothing but ocean
Under her feet.

Meanwhile the sailor,
Tucked away in his bed,
Did not know of the doom
To which his daughter was lead.

His eyes were open
When he heard the small weep
But the night things were crafty,
So he went back to sleep.

So if you're hearing noises
And you want to see
Just remember how dangerous
Wind can really be.