The Captain

In tumultuous spray
Under twinkling sun
 O'er seas ruled by none
Sailed the captain one day
Commander of one

He wasted years drifting
Chased lines in a chart
'Till at last did start
A plan much more lifting
To follow his heart

Maelstroms spent their rage
Delivered all force
Assaulted his course
Still the fates could not cage
This man with remorse

'Twas mere luck, many claim
Who cast a life known
Yet softly bemoan
And lament the lost flame
 Heart's dreams never sown