The calm blue
now gave way to fervent gray skies.

Furies of cloud burst
rattled like musket fire against the sails!

Thunder bellowed & wind tore
sails as if the were made of paper so fine.

Lightning sparked across the sky
revealing the twisted face of the sea.

For this storm knows now what it takes
and shall hold no fear

With heavy heart this burden
I bear.

The sound of masts snapping like bone
under pressure too great
splintering into jagged memories
with violent intent.