SAILING

Only last night, My life! my light! Sailing the sea ’neath silent moon, This heart sent thee its sovereign boon; Thy spirit seemed one glorious gem, Set in a royal diadem. Come thou to me, Over the sea! Growl and grumble! Fume and mumble! Madcaps! let Fury lead the way, Our loyal ship will reach the bay, Peace caroleth her song of cheer, Where love abides there is no fear, Toss and tumble! Rage and rumble! Sing foaming sea, Sing thou to me! Praise love in modest litany, Swell forth one mighty symphony, Till God’s exultant hosts reply, Swing low! then high! Rest draweth nigh! Breathe yawning Deep, The breath of Sleep.