The tide drew her out from the shore Towards the breakwater Towards the open ocean She was strong She could swim back Any time But first she would see the ocean Feel the waves Then she could swim back Any time The edge of the breakwater came close A man, sensing danger, threw her a line She caught it, holding it lightly with one hand Letting the tide swing her into the open ocean She was strong She could pull herself back Any time The waves tugged at her, called to her It was time to go home Before she was tempted to let go Become one with the sea Forever The man, sensing her resolve, pulled in the line Claiming his catch Drawing her back to safety She was strong She could swim in the ocean Any time Adrift Adrift Her thoughts Her heart Her soul Her arms They called to me They called to me I answered I answered Drew her to me Threw a line to her Knew her fear And knew her doubts Knew her doubts And knew her fear Prayed Prayed Let go the line Hold fast the line And come to me And come to me